10 best recreation centers in Karelia

Recreation and entertainment among the Karelian nature attract tourists from all over Russia: in winter you can ride dog sleds, sledges and snowmobiles, in summer you can pick mushrooms and berries, go hiking, cut across the lakes on jet skis and fish. Regardless of the season, this region is interesting for its ancient history and untouched nature. The recreation centers, located in picturesque places, surrounded by forests and lakes, are ideal for an unforgettable pastime. Everyone will find something of their own: whether it will be relaxation after a noisy city, contemplation of a beautiful landscape, outdoor activities.

Which base would be the best choice? The answer lies in the needs of the tourist: some need modern houses with WiFi and satellite TV, while others need peace and quiet. We considered dozens of options, including those with active entertainment in summer and winter, saunas, baths and fishing. Among them, we have selected the top 10 that are ready to offer variety, have collected positive reviews and have earned a strong reputation.

Most of the bases in the rating are located on the shores of lakes, and there are restaurants with a healthy fish menu on the territory. In large houses, you can celebrate a solemn event on a grand scale, relax with your family or in a noisy group of friends.

Top 10 best recreation centers in Karelia

10 Guest complex "Vremena Goda"

The rating of the best recreation centers is opened by the Vremena Goda complex, which is located in the Karelian wilderness. The nearest settlements are located tens of kilometers from the houses, there are no highways, except for a small entrance to the place. The owners of the base have done everything to ensure a relaxing holiday in silence: the guests enjoy the view of the islands in the middle of the lake, swim in clear water, walk along the paths in the forest and have picnics. Activities are not provided, here they seem superfluous. Guests of the Seasons do not make noise and do not disturb others. The cafe with panoramic windows overlooking the lake serves local and Russian cuisine.

Vremena Goda is one of the few recreation centers with an indoor heated pool. It is located in a spacious hall with huge windows overlooking the pine trees.The staff is ready to help organize fishing trips and suggest hiking routes. The base has excellent reviews on booking sites, residents like contemplative rest and comfortable homes. Of the minuses, problems with water are noted, since there are water heaters in the rooms, on winter nights it becomes completely dark on the street, lighting is not installed. They also talk about modest breakfasts, but there is no other choice - the nearest restaurant is a few tens of kilometers away.

9 Tourist center "Rainbow"

We could not but add the Karelian Rainbow to the rating, since only here you can find a huge amount of demi-season entertainment on the sandy beach, in a pine forest and in the fresh air. There is a large sports club on the territory with a rope park, professional instructors, a picnic, football, basketball and volleyball fields, a bonfire area and an active program for families with children. Sports equipment, badminton and bicycles can be rented at any time. It is impossible not to mention the large camping area, which is kept clean. In winter, Raduga offers cheesecakes, sleds, ice-boats and snowshoes. Only in cold weather, guests can ride on an air cushion on the ice of a large lake.

Having played enough in the park and rolled down the hill, the residents sign up for excursions to the main sights of Karelia. Most routes take the whole day, it is recommended to stock up on warm clothes (in winter) and food.There were also disadvantages at the recreation center: the sauna must be ordered much in advance, otherwise it will not have time to warm up. In large houses, one shower, bath accessories for a company may not be enough. Sometimes you have to be reminded to clean the room.

8 Inzhunavolok

The recreation center Inzhunavolok is located on the shores of a picturesque lake among a pine forest, offering guests a modern winter and summer vacation near clear water and a sandy beach. For the most active tourists, the time from May to September is suitable: during these months you can rent fishing equipment, take a boat and go fishing on one of the forest lakes. In summer, a huntsman works on the territory of the base, who organizes and conducts hunting for duck, black grouse, elk and even bear. Inzhunavolok has equipped its own sandy beach with a large barbecue area and a Russian bath. From time to time, local concert groups come to the recreation center and entertain guests, conduct master classes and teach local crafts.

The company does not offer excursions or any kind of entertainment in winter (except for fishing), and can only organize hunting for animals. The main objective of the base is a relaxing holiday for tourists with a little entertainment, it is not designed for activity. However, Inzhunavolok copes with its goals perfectly: high-class service, modern houses, clean territory, crystal water and amazing air will not leave any city dweller indifferent. Of the minuses, guests note the problematic passage to the base and the rainy Karelian summer, which interferes with fishing and picking berries.

7 Hotel Kalevala

Hotel Kalevala welcomes guests at any time of the year, but the best holiday can offer in winter. On the territory, all the amenities are designed for relaxing in the warmth after a cold day: fireplaces in the rooms, several types of baths, national invigorating drinks, a heated indoor pool and a separate heated karaoke room. In the evenings, it hosts concerts and performances. In winter, there is a heated gazebo with a barbecue, which is closed from cold winds. All equipment for a picnic in the snowy forest is provided free of charge. The restaurant serves delicious breakfasts and lunches, dinner must be ordered separately.

In order not to let guests get bored on the territory of the base, Kalevala organizes visiting tours to the sights of Karelia. Most of them take several days and include camping in tents by the lake and singing along with the guitar. The company offers to visit the Marcial Waters resort, founded in the 18th century, go to the Kivach waterfall and explore the oldest wooden churches in Russia. Guests warn that WiFi is only available at the reception, and even then not always. Guests are advised to go by car or order additional excursions in the summer, as there are no usual entertainments on the territory.

6 Tourist complex "Karjala Park"

Karjala Park is the only place in the region aimed at active recreation and entertainment.Thanks to the uniqueness and high ratings, we gave the database a place in the ranking. The company has organized a huge number of excursions that start right at the holiday houses: the opportunity to ride a dog sled and play with a husky, take part in rafting on rapids, practice riding ATVs over rough terrain, and this is not even a third of the list. In winter, there is less entertainment, but there is also something to do: ride a snowmobile (and even drive to Kizhi Island), learn ice fishing and see deer in a large nursery.

Guests note the well-thought-out organization of the holiday. The rooms have modern equipment, free breakfasts are organized in the restaurant, then European and Karelian menus are served. Karjala Park is one of the few in the region where there is excellent WiFi and no connection problems. Special mentions deserve friendly staff, always ready to help. The disadvantages of the residents include inflated prices for entertainment and old tourist camps around the recreation center, which slightly spoil the landscape.

5 Cottage complex "Umostu"

Umostu is the only one on the list, which is located on the Karelian peninsula, combining the best elements of water and forest recreation. Visitors are invited to search for mushrooms and berries in the forest, fish out of the lake and go kayaking and boating. On the territory there is a spacious Russian bath, even a large company will be comfortable.The employees of the base are ready to help organize excursions to Karelian sights, show forest routes and suggest local entertainment. Tours on snowmobiles, jeeps and ATVs are held in Umostu, and in the summer there is a program "Adventure Week", during which guests try all the Karelian entertainment.

Residents speak well of the territory of the recreation center, noting its cleanliness and a huge amount of greenery. Fishermen praise fishing, many liked to pick mushrooms and berries. The guests warn that there is no Internet either at the recreation center or in neighboring villages. Communication is in good weather, during thunderstorms and rains it disappears. As disadvantages, the guests attributed the opportunity to cook food and have a picnic in a strictly designated place, it is forbidden to light fires on the lake or on the beach. For lovers of outdoor activities, the base has nothing to offer, it does not focus on entertainment.

4 Country complex of apartments "Silver Onega"

Silver of Onega takes an honorable 4th place thanks to small wooden houses in the heart of an ancient forest, where the noise of roads and villages does not reach. This recreation center is designed for small companies and families with small children who have escaped from the bustle of the city into the silence of Karelia. Inside the houses there are modern equipment, a terrace, a fireplace, TV and WiFi. Although Onega Silver does not have a lot of active entertainment, it offers rental of rowing boats, catamarans, sleds and skis. On the territory there is a small Russian bath for 6 people, which is open until 10 pm.Just 2 kilometers away is a stable where you can go with the whole family and get acquainted with horses and other animals.

Residents of the base advise you to try Karelian fishing on a catamaran. Although the cost of renting in Serebro Onega is somewhat overpriced, these feelings cannot be experienced in other Russian regions. The staff does not cause complaints from guests, who note their willingness to help and answer questions. There were also disadvantages here: all the bedrooms in the houses are on the second floor, to which a very steep staircase leads. In winter, there is nothing much to do for those who do not like fishing and skiing. There is no entertainment for children on the territory, and the nearest attractions are many kilometers away on a dirt road.

3 black stones

The Black Stones base opens the top three, which has developed a varied summer holiday and preserved an atmosphere of calm and comfort. The full potential of this place is revealed in the warm season, since only from May to September you can rent water transport and get to the sights by water. A distinctive feature is the opportunity to go fishing with a professional fisherman or hunt wild boar and deer with a local huntsman. Black Stones is one of the few places in Karelia with an indoor swimming pool and a large sports center for children and adults. After walking among the forest and tasting traditional entertainment and cuisine, guests go to the bath complex and evening fishing. In the Karelian summer it is as bright at night as during the day, so many entertainments work around the clock.

Guests write positive reviews about the opportunity to rent equipment and transport for active summer and winter holidays. There is always something to do at the base: ride bicycles (including water ones!), cheesecake, jet ski, boat or snowmobile, take skates, rowing boat or sleigh, and this is not the whole list. Separately, they note the well-groomed territory and polite staff, especially the waiters in the restaurant with European and national cuisine. Among the shortcomings are meager free breakfasts and weak water pressure in the shower.

2 Country recreation center "Uya"

A worthy second place was taken by "Uya", one of the first to appear in Karelia and fenced off the best place for fishing and a relaxing holiday. The base is located in a picturesque forest area on the shore of a lake rich in pike perch and bream. At the same time, it is relatively close to the city, at any time you can return to civilization. All houses are made of Karelian pine, inside there are conveniences necessary for a modern person. In the protected area there is a clean sandy beach, a football field and a small playground. At any time of the year, baths, a cafe and a barbecue house are open.

Visitors note the opportunity to book excursions directly from the house, including to the famous island of Kizhi. In summer, badminton, balls are provided free of charge to residents, sometimes laser tag equipment is available. In winter, guests can rent snowmobiles and take everything they need for fishing. The base has a lot of positive reviews, most often they note the surrounding nature and summer holidays. Polite staff and restaurant food deserve extra praise.There were some drawbacks: in winter there are no entertainments for children, they can get bored. Food must be ordered in advance at the restaurant or prepared by yourself.

1 Denisov Cape

The first among the best was Cape Denisov, located far from cities and towns, among a birch forest, right on the lake. Here, tourists will find everything they go to Karelia for: birdsong, clean air, the smell of wood, fresh fish, mushrooms and berries. Even the most active residents will not have time to get bored: there is a shooting range, billiards, tennis, and board games on the territory. In summer it is recommended to go to the forest for mushrooms and berries, and in winter to catch fish from under the ice and cook it on the grill. When the lake is covered with ice, the owners of the recreation center arrange hockey, take guests along ski routes and teach them how to ride snowmobiles. For children, a large slide is poured and they offer to rent cheesecakes.

The database has a huge number of positive reviews on popular booking sites. Laser tag and paintball games, as well as a rope town deserve special attention. A clean beach with a convenient entry and a pier from which you can jump into the water received high marks. The restaurant deserves special praise - the prices on the menu are much cheaper than in Moscow or St. Petersburg, and the food is delicious, you can choose not only the usual, but also national Karelian dishes. Of course, even the best base has certain drawbacks: some rooms do not have refrigerators, and in summer it becomes stuffy inside.

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