Two-Day Fishing Trip in Ähtäri – Lake and River Fishing
From Lake to Rapids – the Perfect Weekend for Anglers.
About This Experience
Group size: 4–8 people
Duration: 2 fishing days / 1 night
Price: from €420 / person
This two-day fishing trip combines versatile lake and river fishing with good food, sauna and a comfortable stay in a historic vicarage setting.
The group is divided into two smaller groups, which fish at different locations on the first day. On the second day, the groups switch fishing locations, allowing everyone to experience both fishing environments.
Trip contents
The package includes:
- 1-night stay at Vanha Pappila Hetki
- Breakfast
- Packed lunch on both days
- Dinner prepared from the day's catch
- 2-hour sauna
- Fishing permits for both days
- Fishing equipment
- Life jackets
- Guided fishing at two different fishing locations
Day 1 – lake and river fishing
8:00–9:30 – Breakfast
10:00 – Departure for fishing
Group 1: Casting on Lake Ähtärinjärvi
The main target species are pike and zander. Fishing lasts approximately 6 hours, including a roughly one-hour packed lunch break.
Group 2: River fishing at Ohrakoski
The target species is rainbow trout. River fishing also lasts approximately 6 hours, including a roughly one-hour lunch break.
17:00 – Return
20:00–22:00 – Sauna
In the evening, a delicious fish dinner is prepared from the day's catch on the grill, followed by a relaxed evening together.
Day 2 – the groups switch locations
8:00–9:30 – Breakfast
9:30 – Check-out
10:00 – Departure for fishing
The groups switch fishing locations. Those who fished the lake on the first day head to the rapids, while the river anglers head to Lake Ähtärinjärvi.
The rest of the programme remains the same:
- approximately 6 hours of fishing
- approximately one-hour packed lunch break
- fishing ends at approximately 17:00
After the fishing day, everyone gathers once more at Vanha Pappila Hetki for coffee. This is a chance to go over the highlights, feedback and memorable moments from the trip together.
Prices
- 4 people: €490 / person
- 6 people: €450 / person
- 8 people: €420 / person
Option for an additional night
An additional night can be arranged separately with Vanha Pappila Hetki. A double room with breakfast costs approximately €130 / room.
This is the perfect package for a group looking to combine fishing, time in nature, good food and relaxed time together without spending the entire trip sitting in a car.
Highlights
- ✓A two-day fishing adventure combining lake and river fishing
- ✓Cast for pike and zander on Lake Ähtärinjärvi
- ✓Fish the rapids of Ohrakoski for hard-fighting rainbow trout
- ✓Unwind with sauna, local catch and a historic vicarage stay
Target Species / Game
- ›Perch
- ›Pike
- ›Zander
- ›Trout
What to Bring
- —Weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and spare clothes
- —Waterproof jacket and trousers
- —Good outdoor or hiking shoes
- —Warm layers for cool mornings and evenings
- —Sunglasses and sunscreen
- —Personal medication
- —A refillable water bottle
- —Towel and swimwear for the sauna
- —Camera or phone for capturing your fishing moments
- —Fishing equipment, fishing permits and life jackets are included in the trip price.
Location
Area: Ähtäri, Etelä-Pohjanmaa, Suomi
Region: Etelä-Pohjanmaa, Finland
Coordinates: 62.5493°N, 24.0684°E
Experience Level
BeginnerAccessibility
Minimum age: 6
Guide Languages
Meet your guide
Hauki On Kala
Nearly three decades of fishing experience have shaped my approach as a guide. After many years of trolling, I have specialized in lure fishing, with spring and autumn dedicated to pike fishing, while summer trips focus on zander and perch.
My guiding style is calm, patient, and encouraging, creating an enjoyable experience for anglers of all skill levels. Whether it's your first time holding a fishing rod or you're an experienced angler looking to refine your techniques, I'll tailor each trip to your experience and help you make the most of your time on the water. My goal is for every guest to leave with new skills, great memories, and an unforgettable fishing experience.