Sustainable tours & consulting since 2005
Clean air guarantee
Nature always near by
Over 20 years’ experience
Finnish destinations
Autentic experience
LGBTQ+ friendly
Reliable partners
Local shopping
Inclusive approach
All tap water drinkable
Environmental information
Protection of local waters
Making the world a better place together, step by step
Our sustainable tours & consultations respect nature and the environment. We are proud to be a part of these responsible communities.
Sustainability is our main value
Sustainability and responsible practises are implemented throughout the company’s operations. Since the beginning, Päivi Oksanen’s passion has been to find ways to act more responsibly, to communicate, and to advise customers on how to do so.
Since 2005, Päivi has shared this knowledge with hundreds of professional groups and thousands of travellers around the world.
Most of our tours can be modified to be accessible and barrier-free.
Sustainable Travel Finland
In June 2024, Visit Finland awarded Jokimaan Paroni the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) label for its valuable and long-term work for sustainable tourism.
The Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) programme offers companies and tourism destinations a 7-step sustainable tourism development path that educates the user. Each step is accompanied by criteria that comply with international standards. The programme is traversed and the fulfilment of the criteria verified in the STF Hub; a digital platform purpose-built for the STF programme.
Good Travel Seal – Silver 2024
In April 2024, the company was awarded the Good Travel Seal certificate for sustainability and responsibility.
The Good Travel Seal is more than just a certification, it is a sustainability management program for all tourism and travel related businesses and facilities, designed to be feasible and affordable especially for SME’s.
We Speak Gay
After training in inclusive tourism, the company joined the We Speak Gay community in the summer of 2024. All activities are organized in an LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere.
We Speak Gay is a community and a global LGBTQ+ initiative that promotes inclusivity and acceptance. It aims to create a supportive and safe environment for the LGBTQ+ community and raise awareness about issues they face. Download the QueerLand Map of LGBTQ+-friendly destinations and companies.
Salpausselkä Geopark Partner
In March 2024, the company received the Salpausselkä UNESCO Global Geopark Partner status for its sustainable operations in the region.
Salpausselkä Geopark collaborates with various partners, including tourism companies, local guides, and small-scale producers. Geopark partners are committed to the principles of sustainable tourism and promoting sustainable development in their operations.
The Federation of Finnish Guides Associations
Päivi Oksanen is a Board Member and part of the Federation’s Executive Team.
The Federation was established in 1974 and represents about 1050 authorized guides all over Finland and in 73 local associations.
The Finnish Federation is a member of the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA) and a member of the Inter Nordic Guide Club (IGC).
The Federation is responsible for the content and quality control of guide training, organizes training for its members, acts as a lobbyist, and agrees remuneration recommendations.
Local ambassador for sustainable tourism
Make an appointment with Violet Evergreen
Violet’s nose has changed from red to green because she is so passionate about environmental and regenerative issues. She makes you laugh but also thinks about your actions in her original way.
This meeting can be organized in Lahti or a location of your choice in Southern Finland. Violet can also travel abroad if you need her consultation.
Book Now +358 50 3757 334
Local ambassador for sustainable tourism
Book a consultation or a presentation on local responsible practices
Responsibility is implemented throughout the company’s operations. Since the beginning, the company’s founder, Päivi Oksanen, has been passionate about finding ways to act more responsibly, communicating the issue, and advising customers to find more responsible ways to act.
Päivi has shared this information with various professional groups and travelers around the world since the beginning.
Book Now +358 50 3757 334
Local ambassador for sustainable tourism
Book a speaker for your event and workshop
Responsibility is implemented throughout the company’s operations. Since the beginning, the company’s founder, Päivi Oksanen, has been passionate about finding ways to act more responsibly, communicating the issue, and advising customers to find more responsible ways to act.
Bootcamp for students
Circular Economy Bootcamps are designed for college and university students who are interested in learning more about the subject. The boot camp can last 1 – 10 days. Ask for more info.
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Recommendations
★★★★★
”Päivi’s expertise is really wide. She can guide all the groups from technical visits to architecture and nature.
We like her innovative attitude.”
Visit Lahti
Local Partner since 2011
★★★★★
”We trust you to handle different kind of groups and unexpected situations and adapt the tours to accommodate the groups need in Finnish and in English.”
Eventum Lahti, Sibeliustalo
Local Partner since 2017
★★★★★
”I am always happy to bring our international clients to Lahti. Technical visits in Kujala Waste Management Center give an insight into the local circular economy.”
Finnish Company Owner
Business Partner since 2014