Glide across frozen Lake Saimaa on a quiet electric snow scooter, drill an ice hole with your guide, and try your luck at ice fishing at Sahanlahti Resort. This private, low-impact winter outing pairs easy riding with simple angling and lakeside calm.
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A hush falls over Lake Saimaa in winter: ice stretches white to the horizon, and your eLyly snow scooter slides forward with the soft whisper of an electric motor. You leave the resort yard and soon the frozen lake opens beneath your runners — a wide, bright plain threaded with old water channels and the darker scars of pressure ridges. The guide sets the pace, points out narrow spits of wind-polished ice and finds a sheltered bay for drilling.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness — you’ll stand for periods, balance on a scooter, and handle a rod.
Wildlife
History
The Saimaa lake system was sculpted by glacial retreat; local livelihoods historically centered on timber floating and lakeside boatbuilding, influences still visible in wooden architecture.
Conservation
Lake Saimaa hosts sensitive winter habitats and the endangered Saimaa ringed seal; low-noise, low-impact travel and staying on marked routes help protect wintering wildlife.
Reserve your spot on the Private Electric Snow Scooter Safari and Ice Fishing in Puumala today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers
Temperatures on the open ice are much colder than the village — wear wicking base layers, insulated mid-layers, and a windproof shell.
Bring insulated, waterproof boots
Good boots keep feet warm during standing ice-fishing and when mounting/dismounting scooters.
Use hand warmers and dexterous gloves
You’ll need finger dexterity for the fishing rod; add warmers between glove layers for breaks.
Follow the guide’s route
Guides mark safer paths across pressure ridges and thin-ice zones — stick close and listen for instructions.
Insulated waterproof boots
Keeps feet dry and warm while riding and standing on ice.
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Thermal base layers and windproof outer
Layering manages body heat during active riding and when stopped for fishing.
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Warm, dexterous gloves
Protects hands from cold while allowing enough finger use for fishing gear.
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Sunglasses or ski goggles
Reduces glare from snow and improves visibility on bright winter days.
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