Frequently asked questions

No. No previous experience is needed. Our guides teach you the basics of paddling and give you all the instructions you need. Trips are tailored to the group's skill level and wishes.

Basic fitness is enough to join a kayaking trip. We adapt each trip to the fitness level and preferred pace of the participants.

Yes! Children are welcome on our trips when accompanied by a guardian. For the youngest paddlers we have double kayaks, so an adult and a child can paddle together. For trips with children we recommend calmer routes.

You can book a trip by contacting us through the contact form or by email at info@retkimelonta.fi. We answer enquiries within 1-2 working days.

Possibly. Paddling splashes water easily. Our kayaks have spraydecks that keep water out of the cockpit. We recommend bringing at least two spare changes of clothes in a waterproof bag.

You are provided with a kayak, paddle, life jacket and spraydeck. Food and drink are not included in the trips.

We recommend bringing: clothing suitable for the weather, sun protection and sunglasses, a change of clothes in a waterproof bag, snacks and plenty of drinking water, and any personal medication you need.

Trips generally start from Gölisnäs in Inkoo. We transport the kayaks by trailer to the agreed starting point, so a different departure point can also be arranged.

Safety comes first for us. A kayaking trip is cancelled if the wind exceeds 6 m/s. In strong winds or heavy rain we also move the trip to another date. If we have to cancel a trip altogether, you receive a full refund. Cancellations are announced immediately by email and text message.

You can cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before the agreed date. With less than 48 hours' notice the cancellation fee is 50% of the trip price. If a trip is cancelled less than 24 hours beforehand, the payment is not refunded. You can find more details on the booking terms page.

Yes! We put together tailor-made packages for companies, stag and hen groups and other groups. Get in touch and tell us what you have in mind, and we will plan the right experience for you.