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RIB Boat Cruise from Kallioniemi to Astuvansalmi Rock Paintings
€39.00
€15.00

Rib Boat Cruise to the Astuvansalmi Rock Paintings in Ristiina/Mikkeli

Departure Point: Kallioniemi, Kallioniementie 106, 52360 Someenjärvi

Embark on a journey to the sacred site of ancient Finns on a guided tour! The Astuvansalmi rock paintings transport you back to prehistoric times. Marvel at breathtakingly beautiful, uniquely shaped cliffs that embrace rock paintings thousands of years old, depicting humans, animals, and handprints. Travel comfortably on a safe rib boat, enjoying the stunning Saimaa scenery along the way. While the site is also accessible by foot, only from the water can you truly understand why this location was chosen for these ancient artworks. Spot the face in the cliff and hear the remarkable echo. The waterway to the paintings is the same route used by our ancestors. We’ll disembark to view the paintings from the ground, and those interested can climb atop the magnificent cliff for panoramic views.

Watch the Video: Astuvansalmi Rock Paintings

Departures from Restaurant Kallioniemi in Ristiina.

Scheduled departures are on Mondays and Tuesdays at 11:30 and 14:30, from Midsummer week until the end of August.

Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.

Tickets:

  • Adults: €39 (min. 4, max. 11 passengers)

  • Children (4–12 years): €15

  • Children under 3: Free

You can buy the ticket from the online store no later than 24 hours before departure. If there are less than 24 hours until departure, please contact us by phone!

Price Includes:

  • Boat transportation

  • Guided tour

  • Life jackets

  • Wind- and waterproof deck jackets

  • Waterproof flotation suits for inclement weather

Departure Points:

Kallioniemi, Kallioniementie 106, 52360 Someenjärvi

Additional Departures:
Trips to the rock paintings also depart from Ristiina or Puumala harbor. Check out our other cruises!

Private Cruises Available:
Contact us at info@ribsaimaa.fi or +358 40 555 8250 (Heikki).

Transportation for Groups:
Ask about minibus transfers to the cruise departure point from nearby areas (Mikkeli, Puumala, Lappeenranta, Savonlinna, etc.).