Saimaan Laivamatkat

Steamship cruises on Lake Kallavesi and from Kuopio to Savonlinna.

Saimaan Laivamatkat


70100 KUOPIO
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Steamship cruises

The historic steamship S/S Heinävesi sails the waters of Lake Kallavesi with cruises departing from both Bellanranta and Kuopio Harbour. In addition to scenic two-hour cruises, Saimaan Laivamatkat offers special themed cruises for families with children, where little passengers can explore the steamship, learn about the captain’s duties and complete fun onboard tasks.

S/S Heinävesi also operates canal cruises from Kuopio to Savonlinna and back. The historic Heinävesi route has been recognized as one of Finland’s national landscapes and is part of the country’s most valued scenic areas.

Summer 2026 Cruises

  • Kallavesi Cruises
    • Summer Day Cruise from Bellanranta or Kuopio Harbour
      • Duration: 2h from the Harbour, 1.5h from Bellanranta
    • Little Skipper’s Cruise from Bellanranta
      • Duration: 1.5h
  • Canal Cruises
    • Iconic Canal Cruise: Kuopio – Savonlinna (Tuesdays) Price: 159€ / 89€
      • Duration 12h (one-way)
      • Includes meals and guided commentary
      • Return transport by bus to Kuopio 29€
    • Lunch Cruise: Kuopio – Kerma Canal (Tuesdays) Price: 89€
      • Lunch 19,90€, return transport by bus to Kuopio 20€
    • Dinner Cruise: Kerma Canal – Kuopio (Thursdays)
      • Dinner 39,90€, transport from Kuopio to Kerma Canal: 20€
Saimaan Laivamatkat