The Ii river estuary is shallow and sheltered, making it an ideal spot for a paddle boarding trip. Standup paddleboarding is the act of moving forward on an inflatable surfboard while standing or kneeling on a air-inflated board. On the trip you will experience the Ii river and the Bothnian bay at close range. As you move through the shallow water, you will see ancient weathered rocks, wave-carved patterns on the sandy bottom and, if you pay attention, you may spot a pike lurking behind a rock. With your guide and your group, you move at a leisurely pace along the narrow, shallow channels of the Ii river estuary towards the sea and the breakwater, which opens up to a wide shallow stretch of clean sand and views of the open sea. This is a real hidden gem!
It's time for a picnic break at the breakwater, where you can roast a sausage or two on the campfire if you like. You can bring your own picnic lunch or, for an additional fee, you can buy it from the guide by prior arrangement.
Standup paddleboarding is an easy form of exercise and is worth trying even if you're a first-timer. Throughout the trip you will be close to the shore, so you can easily get ashore if you wish. At the departure point, we'll put on your flotation gear and go over safety and the trip plan. You will board from a sandy beach, the exact location will be chosen depending on the winds and the duration of the trip. Your professional guide will determine the best route to take at any given time. On this longer trip, we have time to see the river and the bays more extensively.
PRICE:
Price from 35€/person, minimum group booking 100€.
Price includes sup-board, paddle, buoyancy aid and guide.
For an additional fee, a soup lunch 20€/person or a small snack 12€/person (campfire sausage, soft drinks).
OTHER:
In case of storm we will not go on the trip.
The maximum group size is six people.
You might get wet on the trip, so a swimsuit is recommended. Sunglasses and hat recommended on clear days. Sunscreen should be remembered on a sunny day. Footwear recommended, there may be sharp rocks on the bottom of the water. Even barefoot you can manage. If you wish, you can take a backpack or similar for your belongings. The guide has a waterproof bag for phones and other items.
The product is available for purchase from late May to early September, depending on the weather.
The starting point is agreed separately, but at Alaranta or Karhu Island in Ii, so that there is a parking place for your car nearby.
Difficulty: moderate, moderate physical fitness required due to the length of the trip. Breaks can be taken as required.
Cancellation and payment conditions. Cancellation 7 days before departure free of charge. 1-6 days before cancellation, the booking fee will be retained. Cancellation later than 1 day before, the full amount will be retained. Rainy weather is not an acceptable reason for cancellation. Payment by invoice or payment card in advance.
