The day begins in the enchanting Valkmusa National Park, whose landscape resembles a piece of Lapland. Valkmusa offers hiking trails through stunning Finnish marshlands, utilizing boardwalks. The national park comprises exceptionally representative bog landscapes in southern Finland. The marshes are oases on the coast. Along the route, we can stop for a coffee break, for example, at the Simonsaari rest area, and enjoy the scenery from the birdwatching tower. The length of the hike is approximately two kilometers.

Next, we’ll explore the beautiful grey stone church of Pyhtää located along the Kymijoki River. The church dates back to the 1460s and is one of the best-preserved medieval churches in Finland. A local guide will provide insights into the history of the church and the area.
From the church, we’ll head to the nearby Aeronautica, where we’ll enjoy dining and engaging activities – indulging in high-quality culinary experiences in an exciting setting!
At the heart of Aeronautica is a vertical wind tunnel, Finland’s largest indoor surfing area, and the bistro-style Aeronamnam restaurant. After dining, there’s an opportunity to challenge ourselves with new experiences.

The wind tunnel is a sport and a unique experience product that allows you to experience what it’s like to float on air. The vertical wind tunnel is a tall glass tube with a strong vertical airflow that suspends the flyer in the air. The experience is comparable to skydiving.

For those interested, you can also take on the waves: indoor surfing is easy to start, with suitable difficulty levels for everyone. For a sporty and playful group, there’s also the option of a group fitness class or playful competitions. Amidst the afternoon activities, we’ll enjoy coffee, refreshments, and a revitalizing snack.

Sauna will be heated up at the end of the day. Available is a private sauna for 20 people and an expandable sauna lounge with its own terrace, kitchen, and a Drop hot tub. Those interested can entertain the group with karaoke.

At the end of the day, we’ll transfer to Santalahti Resort for overnight accommodation. Accommodation will be in Santalahti’s beach cottages or villas.

We’ll have a communal breakfast, which can be enjoyed, for example, at Santalahti Bistro, the area’s cozy living room: the glazed and heated terrace provides a comfortable setting to start the day.

The second day will take place at Kultaa in beautiful river and forest landscapes, where the program includes river rafting and/or a wilderness cooking school. The activities at Kultaa Koskikeidas are conducted under the guidance of the company Erämys.