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Ideas for nature excursions in Mikkeli

Nature excursion 1

Morning

Campfire coffee – enjoy a cup of coffee outdoors in Mikkeli's urban nature 1.5 h

Nature excursion at Urpola Nature Centre. Hike the Urpola nature trail, which winds along the riverbank and through the old mill area with plenty of great spots for an outdoor coffee break.

The tour includes:

  • All of the necessary equipment and guidance for making and drinking coffee, including three different coffees from a local roastery, milk, sugar and a little treat
  • Information about the area, its nature and the Geopark.

The tour is led by a trained, local wilderness and Geopark guide. Max 12 people.
Reservations: Savo Nature, matti@savonature.fi, +358 (0)50 569 1218

Travelling to Löytö Manor (Löydön Kartano) 20 mins
Lunch at Löytö Manorr 1 h (Sprengtporten menu)
Löytö Manor, +358 (0)440 162 270, myynti@loydonkartano.fi

Afternoon

Travelling to Uhkua 40 mins

Uhkua organises sustainable nature experiences in Northwest Saimaa around Lake Yövesi and Lake Louhivesi. A combined sauna and accommodation raft is available in Nikinsalmi all year round. The sauna raft may also be rented by small groups.

Suurlahdentie 3189, Someenjärvi
Reservations: asta@uhkua.fi, +358 (0)40 744 7631

Evening canoe trip with a local snack 6 h (snowshoe walking or hiking in winter)

Experience Saimaa's Lake Yövesi with a professional guide as you enjoy nature from a two-person open canoe. During the trip, we'll stop for some artisanal food in the form of a local, seasonal snack.

Max 4–8 people

Evening

Sauna and evening meal

End your evening in the gentle steam of a sauna amid Lake Saimaa's stunning scenery. The evening meal will be served at the sauna. We often serve fish and vegetables straight from the barbecue, along with side dishes. Ingredients are locally and sustainably sourced.

Accommodation at Uhkua or Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi

  • Reservations for Uhkua: asta@uhkua.fi, +358 (0)40 744 7631
  • Reservations for Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi: +358 (0)44 430 1100, sales@saimaanrantaresort.fi

Nature excursion 2

Morning

Campfire coffee – enjoy a cup of coffee outdoors in Mikkeli's urban nature 1.5 h

Nature excursion at Urpola Nature Centre. Hike the Urpola nature trail, which winds along the riverbank and through the old mill area with plenty of great spots for an outdoor coffee break.

The tour includes:

  • All of the necessary equipment and guidance for making and drinking coffee, including three different coffees from a local roastery, milk, sugar and a little treat.
  • Information about the area, its nature and the Geopark.

The tour is led by a trained, local wilderness and Geopark guide.
Max 12 people.
Reservations: Savo Nature.

Lunch at Löytö Manor 1 h (Sprengtporten menu)

Afternoon

Travelling to Uhkua 40 mins

Uhkua organises sustainable nature experiences in Northwest Saimaa around Lake Yövesi and Lake Louhivesi. A combined sauna and accommodation raft is available in Nikinsalmi all year round. The sauna raft may also be rented by small groups.

Evening canoe trip with a local snack 6 h (snowshoe walking or hiking in winter)

Experience Saimaa's Lake Yövesi with a professional guide as you enjoy nature from a two-person canoe. During the trip, we'll stop for some artisanal food in the form of a local, seasonal snack.

Max 4–8 people

Evening

Sauna and evening meal

Accommodation at Uhkua or Saimaanranta Resort by Anttolanhovi. End your evening in the gentle steam of a sauna amid Lake Saimaa's stunning scenery.

At Uhkua, the evening meal is served at the sauna. We often serve fish and vegetables straight from the barbecue, along with side dishes. Ingredients are locally and sustainably sourced.

Saimaanranta Resort's cosy Sami hut restaurant is located right on the shore of Lake Saimaa, and can be rented for anything from a few hours to the entire day. Catering can be ordered in advance or you may bring your own food.