Overview

Come and enjoy our stand up paddling lessons and -tours around the beautiful Joensuu! We also rent SUP-boards, wakeboards, waterskis and wetsuits. Our water sport center is located only 15 min walk from the city center.

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21 reviews

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Very good19%
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“stand up paddling” (3 reviews)

“top notch” (2 reviews)

“very pleasant experience” (2 reviews)

Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours

LOCATION

Lansiviitta 1, Joensuu 80100, Finland

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Juha K

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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Stand-up paddling in Joensuu

We tried stand up paddling in joensuu at last august. Weather was quite cold back then but when you use the wet-suit it does not feel cold at all. We are just rookies in this sport, so we booked the beginners tour. Route was just...More

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Thanks for you nice review! Hope to see you on a board in the future too. :)

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Ravey_1

73

Reviewed 22 March 2017

Excellent way to spend an afternoon

We tried stand up paddling with a bunch of friends and it was a really fun experience. I strongly recommend to take an afternoon to experience Joensuu from the river/lake. During our trip it was raining but don't let that scare you one bit. Suit...More

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Thanks a lot for your review! :)

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Joniteus

4

Reviewed 13 December 2016

Best way to enjoy sunny Joensuu

Whether you are a pro or a never been on a SUP. This is the place for you. They will offer you instructions from professionals, various trips to go to and top notch gear to play with. Excellent service.

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Thanks very much for your review!

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Katri M

1

Reviewed 10 December 2016

Excellent activity and relaxing SUP basic course

Warm Summer evening, part of the most beautiful Finland and my first time to try SUP. The staff was professional ( and patient as well 😀) Good training for all who want new experiences!

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Thanks very much for your comment! We agree that Joensuu region is one of the greatest places to do stand up paddling. :)

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Marjut O

1

Reviewed 6 December 2016 via mobile

SUP -trip at Höytiäinen canal

Slow paddling and beautiful scenery, fun with good company! We had sunshine and heavy rain -both felt great!

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Thanks for your review! Heh, with suitable gear stand up paddling in the rain is just as fun as in sunshine. :)

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Heli M

1

Reviewed 6 December 2016

One of the best experiences ever

Sup-boarding was for me one of the best experiences I have ever made. I never thought that it could give me so much! You get to learn to know your own body better, see the beautiful nature and learn new skills. I can only recommend...More

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Thank you so much for your review! :) As guides we love what we do and that's why we have so much fun every time we are on the water. See you on board the next summer as well.

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Sanna N

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Reviewed 5 December 2016 via mobile

Fun and exciting activity for bachelorette party

Me and my friends went on an introductory SUP course as a part of my bachelorette party. It was the perfect activity to wrap up our day! Paddling was thrilling but easy and it even gave us an efficient work-out. The landscape of the riverside...More

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Hi and thanks for your review Sanna! I remember your group from last summer and it was super fun day! I think every one went swimming at least once and me as a guide at least 10 times. :)

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Camilla B

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Reviewed 5 December 2016 via mobile

Great summer activity

Skilled staff and suitable location for beginners. Paddling on the river is a unique way to see Joensuu. Have fun and stay fit!

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Thanks for your review Camilla! :)

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Janne K

Joensuu, Finland

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Reviewed 5 December 2016

Good way to enjoy the Finnish nature & lakeviews

I've participated in multiple SUP-courses from ArcticTrainers and each time it has been a very pleasant experience. Customer service is top notch and flexible and the atmosphere on SUP-courses has been very relaxed and easy-going. I especially enjoyed the SUP-course "Höytiäinen" which is a 4-hour...More

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Hi Janne! Thanks very much for your time for giving us review! Joensuu region offers so many beautiful lakes and rivers to explore with SUP's. Great to hear you have already been in many of them. :)

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Emmiau

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Reviewed 5 December 2016 via mobile

The best summer activity!

Great trainers, amazing view and nature and good equipment! +++++ also positive that you can rent sup-boards and go supping on your own or with a group!

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Thanks for your review Emmi! We organize instructed courses and tours but encourage people to rent and make their own adventures as well. :)

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