{"id":259,"count":5,"description":"Summer in Ruka, at the gateway to Lapland, offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy wild rivers and clear lakes. Surrounded by vast forests and northern nature, our water activities combine adventure and tranquillity in beautiful surroundings. From peaceful river floating to exciting white water rafting, there's something for different interests and experience levels.\r\n<h3>Family Fun and Relaxation<\/h3>\r\nFor calm and relaxing moments, try <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/summer\/water-activities\/river-floating\/\">River Floating<\/a>,<\/strong>\u00a0a peaceful drift along a scenic river surrounded by forests. Wearing a specially designed thermal floating suit, you can enjoy the water and the surrounding nature in a completely different way.\r\n\r\nIf you prefer a hands-on experience, <a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/general\/midnight-sun-canoeing\/\"><strong>Summer Evening Canoeing on Lake Rukaj\u00e4rvi<\/strong><\/a> lets you explore the lake at a relaxed pace. Paddle across calm waters and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of a northern summer evening.\r\n\r\nFamilies can also join <a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/summer\/water-activities\/river-rafting-fun-for-families\/\"><strong>River Rafting Fun for Families<\/strong><\/a>, a guided rafting adventure on the Kitka River. It's a great way to enjoy the river together, with experienced guides providing instructions and helping everyone stay safe on the water.\r\n<h3>Adventure and Energy<\/h3>\r\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">For thrill-seekers, our guided white water rafting excursions offer a more adventurous way to explore the rivers of Kuusamo.<\/p>\r\nThe <a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/summer\/water-activities\/river-rafting-juuma-jyrava\/\"><strong>River Rafting Juuma \u2013 Jyr\u00e4v\u00e4<\/strong><\/a> and full day excursion <a href=\"https:\/\/rukasafaris.fi\/en\/activities\/summer\/water-activities\/river-rafting-juuma-jelestima\/\"><strong>River Rafting Juuma \u2013 Jelestim\u00e4<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0take you along the scenic Juuma\u2013Jyr\u00e4v\u00e4\u2013Jelestim\u00e4 route, through the beautiful river landscapes of the Oulanka area.\r\n\r\nTogether with your group and experienced guides, you'll paddle through flowing water, navigate exciting rapids and discover the wilder side of Kuusamo's waterways.\r\n<h3>Why Choose Water Activities in Ruka?<\/h3>\r\nWhether you're floating peacefully along a river, canoeing on Lake Rukaj\u00e4rvi or navigating rapids, water activities in Ruka and Kuusamo offer something for different travellers.\r\n\r\nEach excursion brings you closer to the rivers, lakes and forests of northern Finland. 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