Paddle the Finnish Amazon

It’s hard to find a more unique and exciting environment for a day of paddling than the Strömfors Ironworks and the western branch of the Kymi River, often called the Amazon of Finland. Kymi River, preserved in its natural state in many places, forms an amazingly wonderful network of kayaking routes, along which you stop off at numerous wilderness islands and personalise your route based on your interests. Many of our routes either start from or end in the ironworks’ picturesque scenery. Right there, in the peaceful nature of the Finnish Amazon, you’ll find all the equipment and services for a perfect day out. Watch the route videos and instructions on our website and enjoy a kayaking adventure! visitkotkahamina.fi/en/water-sports-on-the-east-coast/

Wellsters

Be invigorated by the scents of the forest, the sounds of nature and the sparkle of the water as you paddle your canoe, kayak or SUP board through the wilderness of the Finnish Amazon. Grab a picnic lunch along the route, spend the night in the middle of nature in the Laawu Hut accommodation, and set the mood in the glow of the campfire. Let nature calm your mind as you draw wellbeing, strength and energy from the river and nature. Your mind and body will insist on coming back again.