Best Lake Nature Adventures: Reconnect with nature: year-round adventures in Finland’s lake region

Looking for an outdoor getaway that truly immerses you in nature? Best Lake Nature Adventures offers year-round adventures in Finland’s lake region, just an hour from Helsinki.

Whether seeking tranquillity, active exploration, or a bit of both, the pristine Lahti area combines untouched forests, shimmering waters, and a deep connection to local ecosystems. For Annukka Linninen, nature has always been a big part of her life. “Ten years ago, I was working in a high-pressure job and needed to reassess my life and career,” she says. “As a result, I ended up studying to become an international wilderness guide.”

Now, Linninen runs Best Lake Nature Adventures, taking visitors on excursions around the striking lake region of Finland. With easy access from Helsinki, an hour by car or train, this is the perfect way to swap city noise for bird song and the hush of wind in the trees.

Adventures for all skill levels

The trips work on a come-as-you-are basis; day trips accommodate all skill levels, and activities can also accommodate families, ensuring that everyone is able to experience the wonders of Finland’s nature.

In winter, visitors can go snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, or ice fishing – and take in the beauty of the wintery woodlands. In spring and summer, nature comes alive with plenty of opportunities for canoeing, cycling, berry-picking and bird spotting. The canoeing season continues well into autumn, which shifts the palette to fiery hues, and this is also the season for mushroom foraging or serene walks. “The breathtakingly beautiful nature is definitely worth seeing in itself. Sustainability is of course a big part of the excursions, and we’re mindful about respecting it always,” Linninen says.

Guided by expert wilderness guides, visitors can discover the secrets of wild herbs, berries, and fungi. You will leave with both memories and a deep respect for everything Finland’s nature is able to provide. Best Lake Nature Adventures also provides educational excursions for school classes, for example. “It’s a fantastic way especially for international groups to get to experience Finland’s nature first-hand and the trips can be tailored to suit the group’s needs,” Linninen explains. “Our trips are all about taking in the simple beauty of our surroundings – and to really savour it.”

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