Never done this before? Would like to try a short trip? Perhaps bring family? Look no further - the Squirrel Route is Finland's first canoe nature trail. Despite its close proximity to a major tourist hub you can feel a million miles away from everything, weaving your way through 63km of stunning forest, lakes and gentle rivers. There are 6 beginner-friendly rapids - mostly class 1 and a portage available for the largest one. Finnish campfire sites are a sight to behold with log piles, fire pits and wood toilets available. The route also passes 2 managed campsites, so you'll never feel completely cut off. This is an under-rated, excellent, entry-level fun adventure with just the right amount of everything. 

Struggling to find the time to join a wilderness canoe trip? What if you could work from the wilderness? 

Yes, some would see us struck by lightning for the mere suggestion, but for many of you we get it - you don't have time (or permission) to join us for 2 weeks, let alone buy all the kit and do all the training beforehand. 

What if you didn't have to? What if you could work via satellite from a hut in the middle of a national park? Sleep on a bunkbed, enjoy cooked meals, even a sauna! 

Work finished for the day, we'll teach you key canoeing and wilderness skills, and at the end of the week you get to put it all into practice for a weekend exploring islands which are the home of one of the rarest mammals on Earth - the Saimaa Seal.