First day. The most challenging rapid of the Upper Shuya is Sizovsky Rapid of Class II-III. It requires considerable efforts and good paddling skills. This rapid is a perfect spot to master skills and feel the confidence and energy of a champion.
Second day. This day is for a very difficult rapid of the upper Shuya – Kenjakoski, a three-step rapid of Class III-IV. The decision whether the group should skip it or try to navigate it, is taken by a tour guide depending on the paddling skills of the tourists. This rapid is a real challenge, be ready!
Third day. A very beautiful rapid called Kunio (Class II-III) will be the reward for all the efforts you made on the previous days. Navigating this rapid is pure joy.
Challenging the power of Nature is an excellent tour!
The route:
Petrozavodsk – the Shuya River – the Sizovsky Rapid (Class II-III) – the Sobachy Rapid (Class II) – the dam of Ignojlskaya River power plant – the Kenjakoski Rapid (Class III) – the Maliy Valojne Rapid (Class I) – the Kumio Rapid (Class III) – the bridge near Sodder village – Petrozavodsk
Day 1
Meeting at Karjala Park
Transfer to the start of the tour
Briefing on safety, general information on the tour
Packing and equipping
Training sessions
Rafting: the bridge by Hautavaara village – the Sizovsky Rapid (Class II-III) (16 km)
Lunch
Setting up the camp
Dinner and overnight stay at the camp
Day 2
Breakfast
Rafting: the dam of Ignojlskaya River power plant – the Kenjakoski Rapid (Class III) – the Valojne Rapid (Class I) – the Sarikoski Rapid (Class II) (12 km)
Dinner
Setting up the camp
Setting up and going to the camp sauna (optional)
Dinner and overnight stay at the camp
Day 3
Breakfast
Rafting: the Sarikoski Rapid (Class II) – the Kumio Rapid (Class III) – the bridge near Sodder village (17 km)
Transfer to Karjala Park
Lunch
Transfer to the railways station of Petrozavodsk (on request, additionally charged 1500 rub per group)
A tour guide may change the route depending on the weather conditions and tourists' paddling skills and experience.