Russian Evening
What makes a Russian evening? It is hospitality. It is an honor that our guests enjoy themselves. Table is filled with delicious foods and drinks. Conversation is active. Toasts are raised, but rarely without a short toast speech. Music and singing - especially community singing - are essential part of the evening. It's not uncommon that at some point a dance breaks out. Having good time comes natural for Russians. Games and small competitions keep the mood high. Rakinkotka is an eastern Gulf of Finland paradise for nature enthusiasts. It offers great facilities and services for unforgettable occasions in fisher village built in traditional style.

At Activity:
15.00 We leave from Tervasaari in Hamina with m/s Vikla. Travel time to Rakinkotka is about an hour.
16.00

As a welcome toast we serve a vigorous drink called "Saarineuvoksen tujaus"

Fishing contest the Russian way.

An hour long contest starts with a signal shot. Allowed equipment is traditional hook and line rod with worms as baits. After the contest ends, the catch is measured. Awards are given to the fisherman with the smallest fish, the fisherman with the biggest fish, and the fisherman with most fish caught.
18.00 Relaxation in the heat of the seashore sauna.
20.00

Island buffet the Russian way:

  • Zakuska; Russian appetizers (pickled cucumber, honey, sour cream, marinated garlig, herring etc.)
  • Boiled potatoes, vegetables
  • Smoked salmon
  • Newly baked bread
  • Coffee and coffee bread

 
22.00 We start our crossing back to Hamina.

 

 
Duration: About 7 hours.

Price of the trip:
Please, ask price.

Additional services for extra cost:

  • Souvenirs, for example engraved logo "kuksa" cups, fleece jackets, Vimpa caps, multi-purpose knives etc.
  • Heating of the smoke saun

Alcoholic drinks by consumption are added to final bill.

 
Number of participants 15-75 persons.
Available:
 Trips are available from May to October.
Notice! Weather reservation: in case of stormy weather, the programme is arranged at Vimpasaari which is accessible by car (max 70 persons).