10 best fishing bases in Karelia

In "Kondi" they organize fishing along little-known routes, where there is no connection and rarely a human foot has set foot. Due to this, guests will be able to completely immerse themselves in the atmosphere of unknown Karelia and get a good catch. The base itself is located 30 meters from Petrozavodsk on the banks of the Shuya River. It has existed since 1991 and managed to win the trust of many customers. Cozy guest houses with all amenities, decorated in a hunting style, are offered for accommodation. The reviews praise the location of the fishing base, the abundance of entertainment and experienced instructors. Visitors complain only that due to the large flow of people there are delays in cleaning. It is also sometimes difficult to book a cottage at a camp site.

The base with the tempting name Hunter Paradise ("Hunter's Paradise") is located on the shore of Lake Yashezero, just 70 km from the city. There is all the necessary equipment for fishing, you can use the services of a huntsman. Fans of extreme recreation will appreciate the large selection of vehicles for rent. You can ride jet skis, quad bikes, snowmobiles, skis, skates and cheesecakes. Paintball, laser tag and SUP board rentals are among the most unusual entertainments for Karelia. Customers praise the responsive staff and food at the Berloga restaurant. For a fee, it is possible to order a transfer from Petrozavodsk in a comfortable car. But getting to the location on your own is not very convenient.

The training and health center on the shore of the reservoir of the same name lures customers with incredibly low prices. But not only this attracts fishermen. It is in Urozero that you can find perches, pikes, burbot, roach and a rare smelt for Karelia. The water is clean and clear even at a depth of 15 m. Visitors are offered boats and equipment for rent, the services of a huntsman are not provided. The disadvantages of the fishing base cannot be called significant; they are inherent in many budget vacation spots. There is no perfect cleanliness, the quality of food is average. Despite this, the camp site will be the best option for fishing. Accommodation is inexpensive, there is everything you need for a good catch, as well as a large range of additional services.

Mantiansaari cottages are located on the island of Lunkulansaari. In the season, you can pick mushrooms and berries there, and fishing is available at any time of the year. If necessary, visitors can rent a boat, boat or snowmobiles. Pike, perch and roach are found in the local reservoir. The food is varied: guests have the opportunity to cook food, smoke fish or fry kebabs on the grill. A wide range of winter and summer activities is provided. In bad weather, you can stay at the fishing base, play billiards or darts, take a steam bath and sauna. Customers highly appreciated Mantiansaari, but it was not without drawbacks. These include a weak network signal and location far from civilization.

Kokkosalma is located in the northernmost part of Karelia.This base is ideal for hunting and fishing. It operates year-round with heated cabins, boats and snowmobiles for rent. Accommodation is relatively inexpensive, for a surcharge you can order meals for each guest. Given that Kokkosalma is precisely a fishing base, and not an ordinary tourist base, there are not so many reviews about it. But all customers note the warm welcome and the availability of everything necessary for access to the water. The catch of some guests is really impressive - they managed to catch large pikes, perches and burbots. But it will be more difficult to meet grayling or trout. The cottages are small but cozy, there are no mosquitoes even in hot weather.

Zaonego.Ru attracts visitors with cozy log cabins and proximity to several lakes at once. Fishing enthusiasts are taken to the right places with the help of boats and snowmobiles. There are several ponds with pikes, perches, breams and burbots. The huntsman will show you the most prolific areas, and in winter you can rent a gas drill for a low price.The location deserves special attention, because in the immediate vicinity there are churches, chapels, a shungite deposit, Kizhi, Kivach waterfall and other attractions. Clients of the base like food and high quality service. There is one “but” - it will be expensive to go fishing on your own, since only whole cottages are rented.

Visitors call the Bryaus base functional and without too much pathos. This place is ideal for fishing, everything you need is provided. There is a pier, boat rental, a shop with fishing tackle. Getting to the location is easy even by car. There are different accommodation options: guest houses and cottages for 2–6 people, a mini-hotel and trailers. Facilities may be indoors or outdoors depending on where you choose to stay. On the territory there is a smokehouse and a barbecue, so there will be no problems with food. The fisherman's companions can relax in the bathhouse and go on an excursion, a children's program is also provided. The only negative of the base is a very weak cellular signal.

For accommodation at the base "Annilahti" houses made of natural wood are provided. Each cottage has an equipped kitchen with utensils. There is no need to worry about water - it is supplied directly from a well in the rock. On rental snowmobiles and ATVs, you can explore the territory of the forest all year round. In winter and summer, guests take fishing equipment with them, there is also a rental, and it is inexpensive. If we talk about the minuses, they include the lack of food. There is no cafe or dining room at the fishing base, but you can use the barbecue facilities near the houses. Another drawback is the weak Wi-Fi signal and the lack of communication with some mobile operators. But for a relaxing and comfortable stay, this can even be considered a plus.

"Black Stones" is a popular fishing base, which has something to do at any time of the year. Its advantages are incredibly beautiful views and a fresh renovation of all the houses. As for fishing, everything here is at the highest level. There is an escort of experienced rangers who will show you the best places. You can go fishing not only on the territory of the base, but also go to the lake. The rental office offers boats, fishing rods and other equipment. There are pike perch, pike, carp and crucian carp in the reservoirs. Winter fishing is also provided - there is ice fishing with perch, crucian carp and roach. The reviews complained only about the poor condition of the pool, and the opinions of visitors about eating at a local restaurant were also divided.

"At the Carpenter's" is a small but very cozy base located on the shore of the lake. It's nice that there are not only places for fishing, but also a well-equipped beach area. The cottages have all the amenities. Inexpensive boats and boats for trolling are available for rent. Pikes, perches, burbots and pike perches are found in reservoirs. Sometimes you even catch trout, which many of the best bases in Karelia cannot boast of. There is a smokehouse on site to cook your catch right away. And in their free time, visitors can go on an excursion to the island-museum of Kizhi, to the ancient volcano Girvas, mountains and waterfalls. It is important to understand that the fishing base is intended for a quiet family vacation, it is undesirable to make noise there.