Corpus Christi weekend in a kayak – COMFORT

The four most beautiful routes of Augustów Lakeland in one weekend. Enjoy the mystery of wild and relaxing nature. Accommodation in Villa Skomanda/ a campsite. 2024

Discover the beauty of the FOUR rivers of Augustów Lakeland and their diverse characters – relax on the Czarna Hańcza River, adventure on the Rospuda River, chillout on the Biebrza River and adrenaline on the Marycha River. Do not hesitate!

Life is simple, just add water 😉

Comfortable accommodation in Augustów; next to a birch forest,
tasty, home-made meals; daily transports; extra attractions available on-site; comprehensive organization.

Accommodation: Villa Skomanda in Augustów – comfortable rooms or summer houses or a campsite.
Catering: HB – buffet breakfast, dinner

The four rivers and the canal – adventure, relaxation, emotions and wilderness

Program

30.05.2024

10:30 AM –  arrival in Augustów.

SZOT Base (how to find us) – office; water equipment rental – kayaks, canoes, bikes, tents;
Villa Skomanda – hotel; restaurant; bungalow; 4-person summer houses; playground for children; outdoor sauna; sheltered barbeque area with a fireplace; volleyball court; fenced parking area; all surrounded by greenery. The whole area is fenced.
We are situated in a picturesque part of Augustów town, close to Augustów Primeval Forest, Augustów Canal, and “Green Velo” cycle trail.

Before we start the tour, a short briefing will be provided (organizational and safety issues; kayaking instructions).

11:30 AM – transportation to the kayaking starting point.

Czarna Hańcza and Augustów Canal kayaking route: Dworczysko – Mikaszówka   /12 km

An attractive part of the river meanders among the majestic, natural forests of the Augustów Primeval Forest – the second largest forest complex in the Poland. The river flows in a rather narrow bed, the current is gentle and safe. There are many bends on the route, some fallen trees, branches sticking out of the water. The most of them can be kayaked over, paddling skillfuly. For experienced kayakers it is a piece of cake, for beginners it is more adrenaline 😉

We start the kayaking trip in a small village and immediately enter the world of beautiful forest nature. The next village is not until in 10 km. There is charming and convenient place for a stop and a bath on the route after 5 km kayaking (three Oaks). The last two kilometers we kayak through the fascinating Augustów Canal regulated by historic, manually operated locks (must-see!). In total, we will rise over 5 meters. Attraction! In Mikaszówka there is an old wooden church built in the traditional architectural style, a perfect match for the wilderness of old-growth forests.

Duration: approx. 4,5 hours of kayaking.

approx. 5.00 PM Transportation from the ending point back to Augustów / check-in possible from 3 PM/, accommodation.

31.05.2023

09.00 AM – transportation to the kayaking starting point.

Biebrza kayaking route: Sztabin – Jagłowo  /18 km

The unharnessed Biebrza run through the boundless expanses of the Biebrza Marshes, one of the largest in Europe. Blissful relaxation with the singing of birds and the lazy current.

A very picturesque section of outstanding natural beauty. Lavish flora, numerous species of birds and animals inhabiting the Biebrza Marshes. The low-intensity route, very easy and free of obstacles, with a mild current and numerous bends. One place to stop on the route only.

Biebrza National Park tickets required – available to purchase in SZOT Base

Duration of kayaking: approx. 4,5 hours

approx. 4.30 PM transportation from the ending point back to Augustów.

Bonfire party with sausages in the evening.

01.06.2024

09.00 AM – transportation to the kayaking starting point.

Marycha kayaking route: Zelwa – Stanowisko  /20 km

Beautiful, wild and meandering river. It starts in the area of Kukle forest preserve, and then runs along the border area of Poland and Lithuania. On the route there are many natural obstacles in form of fallen trees. As an additional attraction, sometimes it is necessary to get out of the kayak and push or move it over the obstacle. The ending point is located 2 km from the place where three borders meet: Polish, Lithuanian, and Belorussian.

Duration of kayaking: approx. 5 hours

approx. 4.00 PM transportation from the ending point back to Augustów.

02.06.2024

After breakfast, check-out.

09.00 AM – transportation to the kayaking starting point.

Rospuda kayaking route: Małe Raczki – Święte Miejsce /15 km

Along the river there are sections with sharp curves, fallen trees and large boulders, but there are also calmer ones, where the river is mild and free of obstacles. On the route there is a food bar “Chodorki”. On the route there are two unique spots to visit: the ruins of Pac Palace in Dowspuda, and Święte Miejsce nature reserve – cultural and religious site.

Duration: approx. 4 hours of kayaking.

approx. 3.00 PM transportation from the ending point back to Augustów.

Extend your stay or arrive earlier and get an attractive discount for accommodation with breakfast of 10%.

We also offer one-day trips: to the Suwałki- Augustów Lake district, to Lithuania – Vilnius and Trakai.

Reservation of excursions at the reception desk; pick-up of participants and return transport to Villa Skomanda.

Price

• 1319 PLN /person
• 999 PLN /children up to 12, sharing a room with 2 parents
• 1049 PLN /3rd person in a room
  VILLA Option – in a 2-person room

• 1149 PLN /person
• 1109 PLN /children up to 12
  SUMMER-HOUSE Option – in a 4-person house

• 1269 PLN /person
• 1179 PLN /children up to 12
  SUMMER-HOUSE Option – in a 3-person house

• 1029 PLN /person
• 939 PLN /children up to 12
  CAMPSITE Option – SZOT campsite

Price includes

• seat in a double polyethylene kayak CRUISER II / VISTA / HORIZON with paddling gear (paddle, life jacket, soft seat) – 4 days
• 3 overnight stays – depending on your chosen option
• 3 x HB catering (breakfast, dinner); children up to 12 – ½ servings
• daily transportations of people to the kayaking starting point and back
• lifeguard / kayaking instructor guidance – 4 days
• bonfire with sausages
• kayaks’ launching fees
• accident insurance (EUROPA, 20 000 PLN)
• Guarantee Fund contribution of 2 PLN
• Tourist Relief Fund contribution of 2 PLN

Nutritional needs, any diets, should be reported at least two days in advance at the Reception.

Parking lot during the kayaking tour – free.

For our regular guests we offer an additional discount.

In the backyard you will find:

• outdoor, wood-burning sauna
• volleyball court
• sheltered barbeque area with a fireplace
• playground for children
• rental office: kayaks, bikes, Nordic-walking poles
• parking area

Paid separately

•  local fee (cash only) – 9 PLN/person/trip,
•  locks on Augustów Canal (2 on the route) – 5,40 PLN/per kayak/per lock
•  Biebrza National Park ticket – 11 PLN /regular, 5,5 PLN/reduced; available to purchase in SZOT Base
•  extra charge for the single room in Villa Skomanda – 340 PLN/person/trip
•  CAMPSITE option only – warm shower in SZOT Base – 5 PLN/shower
•  renting a single CAROLINA/ CUSTOMLINE kayak; kayaking in a double kayak individually – 90 PLN/trip
•  renting a waterproof bag (55l) or barrel (3,5l/10,4l) – 28 PLN/trip + deposit of 50 PLN
• sauna bathing – 250 PLN/2 hours/group
• possibility of increasing the insurance sum
• additional insurance against trip cancellation costs – 2,5% of the total price. General Insurance Terms and Conditions Cancellation Costs – EUROPA
•  available to purchase in the SZOT office: maps, waterproof mobile phone cases, sun hats and raincoats.

Additional information

• If you want to spend your free time in an active way, you are more than welcome to join us and become a kayaker! No matter how old or fit you are, our kayakers are of different age and shape. They are families with children or students, couples and those kayaking on their own. Simply everyone who just wishes to spend their free time actively, in fresh air and surrounded by beautiful nature. Anyone who wants to meet new people, looks for an adventure, and who enjoys spending free time with family and friends.
• Trip members must be in an appropriate state of health, which allows to participate in a kayaking trip. Kids and teenagers can take part in a kayaking trip only under supervision of their parents or legal age guardians.
• Accommodation:
  • Villa Skomanda hotel – 2-person rooms with an additional bed – folding sofa. Facilities: TV, fridge, bedding, bathroom, shower, free Wi-Fi.
  • Summer houses – designed for 4 persons; with a wooden terrace and bedroom in the attic. On the ground floor there is a living room with a bathroom.
  • SZOT campsite  next to Villa Skomanda.
• Check-in time from 3 PM; check-out time till 11 AM. Check-in possible till 11 PM. Pets are NOT allowed.
• Food: delicious, home-made meals with elements of regional cuisine in Villa Skomanda. Dinner is served on the first; breakfast on the last day of your stay.
• We provide first-quality 1-, 2-, and 3-person polyethylene kayaks.
• The minimum number of participants: 8.
• In the backyard you will find: a playground for children, dry sauna, sheltered barbeque area with a fireplace, bicycles for rent, showers.
• We suggest you to take: comfortable, lightweight footwear – sandals/ slides/ water shoes, mosquito repellant, fleece sweatshirts, warm clothes suitable for night weather conditions, fingerless gloves, raincoats, and of course, a GOOD MOOD!

Attractions in Augustów; distances from SZOT Base:

• Cruises along picturesque lakes and Augustów Canal – 2 km
• Catamaran Port – 3 km
• Marian Shrine located on the island in Studzieniczna – 11.5 km
• Water ski lift on Necko Lake – 3.6 km / car – 3 km / walk
• Ride on the Narrow Gauge Railway in Wigry – 26 km
• Tennis courts – 3.5 km
• Municipal Aquapark (swimming pools, slide, jacuzzi, sauna) – 1.2 km
• Bowling club – 0.9 km

We are a licenced touroperator listed in the Central Register of Tourism Organizers No. 17/00/04 issued by the Marshal of the Podlaskie Voivodeship and the Insurance Guarantee of the Insurance Company EUROPA.

Get into a kayak and get inspired with us! 😉