In Oulu, we are fortunate to have the sea and the Oulu River Delta, which provide stunning and sheltered routes for stand up paddle boarding. This safari invites you to explore Oulu from a completely new perspective – balancing on your board and gliding across the water.
Season: May 15 - September 30
This is a private experience exclusively for your group – no other participants will join. The experience is available for groups of at least 4 people. You can book it directly through our website at least 14 days in advance. If you wish to make a reservation with shorter notice, please contact us at info@nallikarisafaris.fi to inquire about availability. If you're traveling alone or with a smaller group, you can join our weekly program.
Our adventure begins at our Nallikari Experience Center, located right by the Nallikari seaside in the basement of the Nallikari Aalto hotel building, at Nallikarinranta 10. The safari is conducted safely under the guidance of our knowledgeable and experienced guides. Before stepping onto the boards, you will be introduced to the basics of stand up paddle boarding, and we will go through all the necessary safety instructions so you can enjoy your trip worry-free. The SUP boards we use are wide and stable, making them easy to balance on and suitable for beginners.
The route offers both natural beauty and cultural landmarks, as the safari takes you from Nallikari through the scenic Mustasalmi channel into the diverse landscapes of the Oulu River Delta. While gliding on your SUP board, we will navigate around the numerous islands scattered across the delta. Nallikari serves as one of the official starting points of the Oulu River Delta paddling route.
What do we do if the wind surprises us in Nallikari?
No worries! We have a backup plan: We will start the kayaking safari just a few minutes' walk away directly from the shore of Mustasalmi, where one of our rental containers is located. This allows us to start the safari directly from sheltered waters (we will notify you separately if we change the starting location).
Price: 59 € per person
The price includes: SUP boarding instruction, SUP boards, paddles, life vests, changing facilities, and storage for personal belongings at our Nallikari Experience Center, as well as access to toilet facilities.
Duration: 3 hours (incl. guidance on the shore)
Group size: 4 - 20 people (If your group size exceeds the maximum available in the booking calendar, please contact us at info@nallikarisafaris.fi)
Level: Easy, for over 12 years old (under 18 years old only accompanied by parents)
Starting point: Nallikari Safaris Experience Center (Nallikarinranta 10, 90510, Oulu - lower floor of the Aalto hotel building)
Language: English and Finnish
We organize private SUP boarding safaris on request for groups of over 30 people at a time. If you cannot find a suitable time in the booking calendar, are planning a recreational day for your company, or would like to order the service for a larger group, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@nallikarisafaris.fi / +358 20 731 0110.