Saimaan Melojat
Paddling Club of Lake Saimaa
Go on a journey with Saimaa Ringed Seal to the larges lake area in Finalnd.
On Saimaa you can experience the diversity and uniqueness of Finnish nature.
Where else can a Saimaa seal come to greet a serene paddler?
Enjoy the adventure in the kingdom of endangered seal
About us
Saimaa Melojat Paddling Club was founded in Savonlinna in 2024. We opereate on the whole area the Lake Saimaa and the smaller surrounding waters. Together with local businesses, we promote the Saimaa Lake to both domestic and international paddlers. Our club's purpose is to maintain and develop the paddling hobby. Our activities focus on touring, recreational, and fitness paddling. The club offers its members the opportunity to engage in a variety of paddling tours. We emphasize community activities and creating good spirit.
Join the action
We hope that new people will join the club and the activities. Paddling is a great hobby!
The diverse nature of Lake Saimaa
In Saimaa, you can experience both open waters and dense island chains.The shores vary from steep cliffs to fine sandy beaches. In most parts of the water area, you can paddle even in windy weather if you plan your route to pass through sheltered islands.There is a lot to see in the area. To name just a few: ridges (Punkaharju, Vilkaharju ) , national parks (Kolovesi , Linnansaari), and the Salpa Line fortifications, with the particularly impressive Raikuun Canal leading from Lake Paasvesi to Lake Puruvesi and Kongo island with its caves. On Lake Puruvesi, located in the eastern part of central Saimaa, you can enjoy clear water and numerous sandy islands and sand banks. Notable places to visit include Eeva Island and Mantsi shallow, not forgetting the monuments of Hytermä iseland.
We create videos of the area's wonderful paddling destinations for social media (YouTube) so that others can also enjoy these magnificent landscapes and plan their own trips to the lakes. If needed, we provide advice on route planning and other arrangements, so feel free to contact us."
Into nature
Paddling offers countless benefits for both physical fitness and mental well-being. In addition, it offers a great way to relax and recover in the midst of busy everyday life.
Kayaking is a versatile sport that is suitable for almost everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced paddler, you can enjoy this hobby at your own level.
Photo gallery
In the gallery we publish pictures from our trips and events
