Accommodation
Oivanki offers a peaceful collection of cabins and lodges surrounded by quiet forest and clear-water lakes. Each stay blends comfort, privacy and a close connection to nature, whether you choose a modern lakeside lodge or a traditional log-built cottage. Large wooden houses provide warm and spacious settings for groups, while smaller cabins offer a cosy hideaway for couples and families looking for tranquillity and easy access to nearby trails.
For something unique, Aurora Lodge features a glass-walled rooftop room that opens to the surrounding forest and northern skies. No matter where you stay, Oivanki brings the calm rhythm of the outdoors to your doorstep, inviting you to slow down and enjoy the beauty of the northern wilderness.
* Opens in the Ukinkivi page at Iisakki Village website.
Ukonkivi Restaurant
Ukonkivi is a cosy log-built restaurant where timeless food traditions meet the pure flavours of the North. Its intimate atmosphere makes it ideal for family celebrations, corporate gatherings and special occasions. The spacious dining hall and terrace open to calming lake views, creating the perfect setting for memorable moments in every season. Guests can enjoy carefully prepared dishes, a curated wine selection and the comfort of a private sauna lounge connected to the restaurant.
* Opens in the Ukonkivi page at Iisakki Village website.
Activities & Safaris
Oivanki is surrounded by some of Kuusamo’s most beautiful landscapes, offering year-round adventures with Ruka Safaris. Winter brings silent snowshoe walks, snowmobile routes, reindeer encounters and husky rides across the frozen lake, with the northern lights often glowing above the forest.
In summer, calm lakes invite canoeing and gentle boat trips, while forest trails start right from your doorstep. For longer excursions, Ruka’s routes lead to wildlife watching, gravel bike tours and the iconic paths of Oulanka National Park, including the Bear Trail.
Whether you prefer peaceful nature moments or active days outdoors, Ruka Safaris helps you experience the best of the northern wilderness.
* Opens in the Ruka Safaris website.
FAQ
Oivanki Resort is located close to Kuusamo, in a peaceful lakeside setting surrounded by forests and pristine nature. It offers a quiet wilderness atmosphere while still being within easy reach of Kuusamo town and the Ruka area.
PAll activities start from the meeting point indicated in your booking confirmation. In most cases, the meeting point is directly at Oivanki Resort. If an external location or transfer is required, all details will be clearly provided in advance.
In most cases, guests are transported to the Ruka Safaris Safari House where they will receive their thermal clothing and all necessary equipment before the activity starts. If a different location applies, this will always be clearly stated in the activity information. Our staff and guides will assist you on site to ensure you are fully prepared.
During winter, guests can enjoy a wide range of snowy wilderness activities such as husky safaris, reindeer experiences, snowmobile safaris, snowshoeing, ice fishing and Northern Lights excursions. The frozen lakes and snowy forests create a truly authentic winter atmosphere, perfect for adventure and relaxation.
In summer, Oivanki Resort is ideal for nature based activities including hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, cycling and swimming in the lake. Guests can enjoy long bright days under the Midnight Sun, relax in the sauna, explore forest trails and experience the calm of the northern wilderness.
