Otravaara is a shallow freshwater site in Finland, offering a calm environment for beginner divers. The site features a reef structure with depths ranging from 1 to 3 metres, averaging 2 metres. Visibility is high, typically between 10 and 30 metres, with no current. Divers should be aware of the cold water temperatures, which remain around 3 to 4°C year-round. The site presents specific hazards, including entanglement risks and an overhead environment. Divers are advised to exercise caution and avoid penetrating enclosed sections. The habitat supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region.

Paakkila is a freshwater site in the Saimaa Region of Finland, offering both a cave and an artificial reef accessible from the shore. The site ranges from 5 to 35 metres in depth, with an average depth of 30 metres. Visibility fluctuates between 3 and 20 metres, often improving as divers descend. The lack of current makes it suitable for beginners, though the cave section presents an overhead environment requiring appropriate training. Divers should be aware of entanglement risks and the overhead environment. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, changing rooms, air fills, and guided tours.