Canoeing
Kiutaköngäs-Jäkälämutka
Independent
Weekly programme departures 31 May–30 September, Mon–Sat
Experience the magnificent views of the national park on River Oulankajoki. A self-guided canoeing trip is suitable for the whole family.
The canoeing route begins from the quiet waters below Kiutaköngäs rapid. The route also has excellent opportunities for overnight stays.
The canoeing route ends at Jäkälämutka bend, which is located on the Finnish border zone about two kilometres from Russia.
Map for the canoeing route Kiutaköngäs – Jäkälänmutka – A canoeing route in Oulanka National Park (metsa.fi)
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Departures
31st May – 30th Sep, Mon – Sat
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Duration
6-7 hours
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Length of journey
25 km
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Tour rating
Easy, suitable for families
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Price
Canoe €35 per person
Kayak €40 per person -
Price incl.
Transport back from Jäkälämutka to Kiutaköngäs. Canoe/Kayak and equipment (life jackets, paddle, map, watertight bag), insurance and VAT.
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Place of departure
Drive along Liikasenvaarantie road across the bridge that comes after Oulanka Visitor Centre. Continue for about 200 m and turn right to the canoe and boat landing site. Follow the road for 2 km to the boat landing site.
The departure is self-directed. Canoes, Kayaks and equipment are ready at the departure point. You can identify the canoes by the Kuusamo Safaris stickers. The equipment are under the canoes.
The payment takes place during the return transport.
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Return transport
Return transports back to the place of departure depart from Jäkälämutka at 16:00 or 17:00. Please book the return schedule in advance.