Summer

Get in touch with nature outside and within

Activities that make your stay an unforgettable experience

Olo Center offers a wide range of carefully designed experiences to support you on the next steps of your personal journey whether it is about personal transformation, deep rejuvenation or quality time with friends or family. We are here for you!

Kayaking or Canoeing (Kolovesi or Enonvesi)

  • Embark on a kayaking or canoeing adventure in the stunning Kolovesi National Park and experience the raw beauty of nature in a beginner-friendly way. Our guided tours offer the opportunity to explore the old untouched forests and hefty cliffs of Kolovesi in a sheltered lake environment.

    Take in the ancient rock paintings and, if you're lucky, spot the rare Saimaa ringed seal. Our expert guide will provide a basic introduction to paddling, gear and essential techniques, making this experience suitable for all levels of experience.

    Guided

    Lunch and coffee/tea are included.

    4-5 hours = 90€ / person
    7-8 hours = 135€ / person

    Non-guided

    Kayak (for 1) or Canoe (for 2)
    12h = 45€ | 24h = 58€

    Kayak (for 2) or Canoe (for 3)
    12h = 70€ | 24h = 90€

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Fishing in Enonvesi Lake

  • Cast your line into the tranquil waters of lake Enonvesi , a hidden gem where every guest has enjoyed the success of a catch. Perfect for fishing enthusiasts seeking both peace and guaranteed excitement, you're sure to reel in both relaxation and fish amidst nature's beauty.

    Guided

    Meal and coffee/tea are included.

    4-5 hours = 90€ / person

    Non-guided

    Includes a rod, reel, baits and a fishing net.

    3h = 20€ | 12h 30€ | 24h = 40€

    A rowing boat can also be arranged for additional 45€.

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Rowing Boat Rental

  • Experience the tranquility of gliding through the water with a rowing boat. Ideal for couples or small families with a child, it's the perfect way to enjoy scenic views and gentle exercise in the great outdoors.

    12h = 45€ | 24h = 60€

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Catered Picnic Basket

  • Head out with a nutritious picnic hamper created by our in-house chef Maria Flygare. Explore the forests, lakes, nature parks, and ancient rock paintings of our surroundings.

    with sausage/corn, halloumi, potato salad & dessert

    water, apple or orange juice, coffee or tea

    25€ / person

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Hiking Trails

  • The quiet serenity of Eastern Finland gives you a special opportunity to reset and truly recharge. Several trails to choose from: Old forests from the nature reserve, prehistoric rock paintings or the beautiful views to the archipelago of Saimaa.

    Beginner & intermediate level hikes.

    Guided

    Lunch and coffee/tea are included.

    4-5 hours = 90€ / person

    Non-guided

    Maps available (some physical, some just digital).

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Permaculture garden tour

  • Olo's garden is built on a long-sighted and nature-respecting vision. Permaculture and regenerative gardening flourish in the spirit of this aesthetic countryside ideal. Come and explore the multidimensional beauty of our garden! During the tour, you will learn the basics of sustainable gardening and self-sufficiency, and have the opportunity to pick organic herbs to take home with you.

    1,5 hours = 15€ / person

    Garden Tour + Cake & Coffee:

    24€ / person

    Garden Tour + Breakfast:

    33€ / person

    Garden Tour + Lunch or Dinner:

    57€ / person

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Immersive Sound Journey

  • Immerse yourself in a world of audio storytelling like no other. These sound journeys are sonic landscapes that involve a variety of nature sounds and music recorded three-dimensionally.

    An experience that invites your imagination, memories and feelings, deepens your presence and as a result you end up with a more positive sense of wellbeing.

    Duration: 1,5 h

    35€ / person

    Bundle: Sound Journey + Cacao Ceremony

    Duration: 2 h

    60€ / person

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Olo’s Organic Herbal Salt Baths

  • Full Body Kit (made at Olo)

    Experience a deeply relaxing immersion with our thoughtfully curated blend of salts, herbs, oils, clays, and herbal tea. This luxurious combination will soothe your senses and help you unwind, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

    35€ / person

    Foot Bath Kit (made at Olo)

    Indulge in our luxurious Foot Bath Kit, specially crafted with a blend of different salts and essential oils to provide the ultimate relaxation for your feet. This treatment can be combined with our sauna experience for a truly indulgent spa day.

    15€ / person

    Full Body Bath + Mini Facial:

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

The Water Tasting Workshop

  • Water is integral to life. It flows everywhere in nature and comprises approximately two-thirds of our bodies. The fact that water is so ubiquitous makes it crucial to understand, but also easy to overlook it’s nuanced and unique characteristics.

    During the workshop, we explore:

    - How water and life are deeply intertwined

    - The mysteries and anomalies of water

    - Practices to improve your health and wellbeing through water

    - Water tasting between different springs, bottled and filtered water

    Duration: 1,5h

    Price: 39€ / person

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

SUP boarding or rowing boat (Enonvesi)

SUP Boarding (Enonvesi)

  • Take in the beautiful lake views of Eastern Finland on a Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) for a truly soothing and relaxing experience on the water. The versatility of the SUP board allows you to move around freely, paddle standing up, and even practice yoga. Spend a perfect summer day exploring Enonvesi and its unique Paleolithic rock paintings and archipelago of Saimaa.

    Includes paddle, life vest, map & waterproof phone bag.

    Guided

    Our basic introduction to paddling, gear, and essential techniques will have you feeling confident in no time, and no previous experience is required.

    Lunch and coffee/tea are included.

    4-5 hours = 90€ person

    Non-guided

    3h = 35€ | 12h = 45€ | 24h = 60€

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

E-Fatbike Forest Trails

  • Explore the trails around Olo center with varying levels of difficulty, and enjoy a smooth and effortless ride with our electric bikes. The electric motor with throttle grip provides power on demand, complementing your pedaling speed and power.

    Guided

    Lunch and coffee/tea are included.

    4-5 hours = 90€

    Non-guided

    2h = 35€ | 12h = 55€ | 24h = 75€

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Wild Swimming

  • Enjoy the healing effect of wild swimming in the pure waters of the Saimaa lake. Connect with nature, nourish your body, and garner creative inspiration.

    Guided

    15€ / person

    Non-guided

    We tell you where are the best places to swim.

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Empathic Ecology Workshop

  • "Nature is not a place to visit, it is home."

    — Gary Snyder

    Connect with the natural world and explore the psychological and emotional dimensions of your relationship with nature, as well as the edges between your inner nature and the outer world. When you fully engage with the wild or semi-wild environment, you begin to feel a deep sense of connection and see reflections of your inner life everywhere.

    3 - 4 hours = 60€ / person

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Wild Food Foraging

  • Discover the nutritious seasonal wild plants, berries, or mushrooms of the Saimaa region and learn how to prepare a delicious treat from your harvest.

    4-5 hours = 75€ / person

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Grill Your Own Meal

  • You bring your own ingredients and we provide the grilling setting and equipment. Our friendly staff can provide guidance on how to use the grill.

    At Olo’s porch or Olo’s pier.

    25€ per use

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Traditional Wood-Fired Finnish Sauna

  • Sauna is the ancient Finnish pharmacy, where you can melt away all your stress while simultaneously improving your vascular health and flushing toxins from your body.

    Sauna towels, seat cover, organic shampoo & body wash included.

    Duration: 1h

    15€ / person

    Sauna + Foot Bath:

    30€ / person

    Sauna + Foot Bath + Mini Facial:

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Olo’s Organic Facial Treatments & Massage

  • Pamper yourself with Olo Beauty treatments, carefully curated for you by trained our cosmetologist, Paula Hatajärvi. Combine the mini facial kit with your bath or sauna, or book the full Olo Glow package for a complete relaxing experience. Products are made in Finland and available in the Olo Shop.

    Mini Facial Kit

    Five travel-sized products that you can use to have a rejuvenating face treatment at your own pace and in privacy. A perfect addition to the sauna or Olo Bath!

    Olo Glow

    Come back to the present moment through our Olo Glow treatment. It includes cleansing of the skin, purifying and calming clay mask, moisturizing water, and cream products chosen for your skin type.

    40 minutes, 55€: Face treatment + gentle massage to head/neck/shoulder area.

    75 minutes, 95€: Face treatment + lengthened massage + hand treatment

    To book Call, Text or WhatsApp us: +358 401 258 992

Artisanal Chocolate Tasting Workshop

  • Welcome to the world of artisan chocolate!

    Taste the unique blend of chocolate and Finnish nature: cacao from the Amazon combined with honey, dried berries and edible flowers from Finland.

    During the event, you get to enjoy handmade organic chocolates combined with Finnish berries and edible flowers that offer unique flavor combinations. This is a perfect blend of the prized Amazonian cacao bean and Finnish nature.

    At the same time, you will learn about the history of the cacao bean and the various production methods. We will be tasting various different organic chocolates from dark to light along with handmade pralines and truffles. We use products produced as close as possible, such as local honey and berry powders. All our chocolates are gluten- & dairy free.

    This chocolate tasting is for you if you appreciate artisan, high-quality and ethically produced chocolate. The event is run by an artisan chocolatier who will be happy to answer your questions.

    Suitable for private groups as well as companies.

    Place: Olo Center

    Price: 39/person

    Duration: 1h

    Number of participants: 2-15

    Note: Some of the chocolates contain nuts. The products may contain traces of gluten.

Experiential Learning

Whatever it is, the way you make sense of your story makes all the difference.

Guided Indoor Experiences

  • Through this immersive experience, you will deepen your presence, foster mindfulness, and cultivate a more positive sense of wellbeing.

  • Tap into your body’s wisdom, stop unwanted patterns and embody your full potential.

  • Ideal for any group. Qualities like trust, the ability to hold complexity, creativity under pressure, and leadership presence are just a few examples of what your group can expect.

    Minimum group size 4 people.

Deep Rejuvenation

Discover the healing power of the ancient Finnish pharmacy.

Elemental Balance

Some of the most praised experiences at Olo are the woodfired sauna and baths.

The Olo Sauna was carefully designed to create a harmonious balance of the elements. The spacious room allows for the perfect meeting point of fire and water, while ensuring a smooth flow of air for a truly invigorating steam experience. Take in the serene garden view from the panoramic window and connect with the earth, as you bask in the warmth of the sauna.

Experience pure relaxation with Olo Baths as you soak your worries away in a tub filled with a specially curated blend of sea salt, herbs, clay, and magnesium flakes. Release the mental chatter to the water and emerge renewed and refreshed, ready to embrace the wondrous potential of the rest of your day.

Sauna & Baths

  • Sauna is the ancient Finnish pharmacy, where you can melt away all your stress while simultaneously improving your vascular health and flushing toxins from your body.

    Sauna towels, seat cover, organic shampoo and body wash included.

  • The benefits of aromatherapy are endless, and it's the perfect way to enhance your overall wellness and add an extra layer of comfort to your stay. Don't miss out on this opportunity to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul.

  • Experience a deeply relaxing immersion with our thoughtfully curated blend of salts, herbs, oils, clays, and herbal tea. This luxurious combination will soothe your senses and help you unwind, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated

  • Indulge in our luxurious Foot Bath Kit, specially crafted with a blend of different salts and essential oils to provide the ultimate relaxation for your feet. This treatment can be combined with our sauna experience for a truly indulgent spa day.

Wilderness Immersion

Nature has the power to nourish us in many ways, providing both a sense of recovery and peace as well as thrill and excitement. Discover the full spectrum of experiences and embrace your wholeness with the ultimate guide - nature itself.

Empathic Ecology

Located in the heart of Lakeland, Olo Center is nestled between two national parks and serves as an ideal basecamp for a wide range of outdoor activities and experiences like deep resting, contemplating, hiking, biking, canoeing, camping, foraging wild food, fishing, skiing, ice-skating, snowshoeing, ice fishing, ice-bathing, stargazing and exploring ancient rock paintings.

Whether you prefer to explore the surrounding landscapes with a guide or independently, we have a diverse selection of routes for you to choose from.

Experience the opportunity to unite your body, mind, and spirit through a guided journey of self-exploration and sensory-based practices that explore the edges between your inner nature and the outer world. By fully engaging with the wild or semi-wild environment, we begin to feel a deep sense of connection with nature and see reflections of our inner life all around us.

“The experience of paddling around the beautiful lakes that I grew up by, accompanied by a guide who is truly present and listens to you was memorable and is going to stay with me forever.”
— Eero

Tuure Manninen is an experience guide specialized in nature activities. Facilitating experiences that bring together our emotional and social aspects, the innate longing for connection within - and between us, and nature with its power to catalyze and enhance our explorations of being, is at the core of Ture's work. He works with nature expeditions, group processes and the holding of space for others and their unique processes. Tuure studied at the Finnish wilderness guide school - Outdoor Academy, working to deepen his understanding of nature, being human and the relationship of the two.

Guided Outdoor Experiences

  • Embark on a kayaking or canoeing adventure in the stunning Kolovesi National Park and experience the raw beauty of nature in a beginner-friendly way. Our guided tours offer the opportunity to explore the old untouched forests and hefty cliffs of Kolovesi in a sheltered lake environment.

    Take in the ancient rock paintings and, if you're lucky, spot the rare Saimaa ringed seal. Our expert guide will provide a basic introduction to paddling, gear and essential techniques, making this experience suitable for all levels of experience.

    Lunch and coffee/tea are included.

    Meeting point Kirkkorannantie 200.

    Duration: 6-8 hours

  • Embark on a kayaking or canoeing adventure in the stunning Kolovesi National Park and experience the raw beauty of nature in a beginner-friendly way. Our guided tours offer the opportunity to explore the old untouched forests and hefty cliffs of Kolovesi in a sheltered lake environment.

    Take in the ancient rock paintings and, if you're lucky, spot the rare Saimaa ringed seal. Our expert guide will provide a basic introduction to paddling, gear and essential techniques, making this experience suitable for all levels of experience.

    Lunch and coffee/tea are included.

    Meeting point Kirkkorannantie 200.

  • Take in the beautiful lake views of Eastern Finland on a Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) for a truly soothing and relaxing experience on the water. The versatility of the SUP board allows you to move around freely, paddle standing up, and even practice yoga. Spend a perfect summer day exploring Enonvesi and its unique Paleolithic rock paintings and archipelago of Saimaa.

    Our basic introduction to paddling, gear, and essential techniques will have you feeling confident in no time, and no previous experience is required.

    Lunch and coffee/tea are arranged upon request.

    Duration: 3-5 hours

  • Venture into the green blossoming forests and experience the thrill of an E-Fatbike while exploring the stunning surroundings of Olo Center. Our trails and paths are perfect for an exhilarating ride through nature, and no previous experience is required.

    Lunch and coffee/tea are arranged upon request.

    Duration: 3-5 hours

  • Experience the opportunity to unite your body, mind, spirit, and emotions through a guided journey of self-exploration and sensory-based practices that explore the edges between our inner nature and the outer world. By fully engaging with the wild or semi-wild environment, we begin to feel a deep sense of connection with nature and see reflections of our inner life all around us.

    No hiking experience is required.

    Lunch included.

    Duration: 3 - 5 hours

  • Immerse yourself in the rhythm of nature, allowing it to permeate your entire being. By settling into this rhythm, we can rediscover and reconnect with our innate connection to the earth.

Equipment Rental

  • Explore the surrounding lakes and islands.

    Includes paddle, life vest, map & waterproof phone bag.

  • Explore the trails around Olo center with varying levels of difficulty, and enjoy a smooth and effortless ride with our electric bikes. The electric motor with throttle grip provides power on demand, complementing your pedalling speed and power.

    Includes an electric fat bike and a helmet.

  • Includes a rod, reel, baits and a fishing net. A rowing boat can also be arranged for additional 45€

  • Explore the surrounding lakes and islands.

    Includes paddle, life vest, spray deck, map & waterproof phone bag.

  • Explore the surrounding lakes and islands.

    Includes paddle, life vest, spray deck, map & waterproof phone bag.

  • The classic Finnish water transport. Combines beautifully with a fishing set or a picnic basket.

Reservations

+358 401 258 992

(call, text, WhatsApp) or

info@olocentre.com