Nature Retreat in Koli National Park

Start your morning with breakfast in the main building before setting out on a guided day trip across Lake Pielinen.

Paddle by canoe to Iso-Korppi, enjoying a peaceful journey surrounded by pristine nature. Upon arrival, prepare a delicious outdoor lunch over an open fire (weather permitting) and take in scenic views of the Koli landscape. Enhance the experience with optional forest yoga or meditation in this tranquil setting.

Return in the afternoon for coffee and a sweet treat, followed by free time to relax. A traditional sauna will be heated throughout the day for your enjoyment.

End the day with a fresh, vegetable-focused dinner before a restful night.

Begin the day with a hearty breakfast before preparing packed lunches for your visit to Koli National Park.

Set out on a scenic guided tour to the park’s most iconic viewpoints — Ukko-Koli, Akka-Koli, and Paha-Koli. From the hilltops, admire sweeping views over Lake Pielinen, ancient forests, the Kolinuuro gorge, and the glacial valley of Lake Herajärvi.

Along the way, your guide will share stories about the region’s nature, culture, and the artists inspired by these landscapes. Enjoy plenty of time to take in the views and capture unforgettable photos.

Continue with a visit to Koli Nature Centre Ukko for deeper insight into the area.

In the evening, relax in a traditional smoke sauna, followed by a home-style dinner featuring fresh vegetarian dishes and local fish (subject to availability). The rest of the evening is yours to unwind.

Start the day with a hearty breakfast before heading into the surrounding forest to connect with nature.

Enjoy a guided workshop on wild herbs, learning how to identify and use local plants, including preparing a relaxing herbal foot bath. After the forest experience, take part in a traditional Karelian pasty workshop followed by a homemade lunch.

Spend the afternoon at leisure on the island. Later, enjoy coffee and a sweet treat outdoors or indoors, then unwind in a hammock among the pine trees by the beach.

In the evening, the sauna is heated once again. End the day with a cozy grilled dinner served in a hut or courtyard setting.

Begin the day with an early breakfast followed by a refreshing hike in nature.

Take part in a hands-on fishing experience, where you can try different traditional techniques. If luck is on your side, enjoy your catch as part of a freshly prepared outdoor lunch. A delicious alternative meal is always available, and lunch is shared together in a scenic natural setting or at the lodge.

After the morning activities, enjoy some time to rest before a light snack. In the afternoon, return to nature for a calming forest yoga or relaxation session, designed to restore balance and connect you with the surroundings.

Enjoy a leisurely vegetarian brunch inspired by the harvest season before departing the island and returning to the mainland.

Transfer to Joensuu, where you’ll spend your final night in the heart of the city. After check-in, the rest of the day is free to explore, relax, or enjoy Joensuu at your own pace.

After breakfast, it’s time to say hei hei and bid farewell. Departure and onward journey home.