Archipelago Excursion from Helsinki with Lunch and Transportation

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About this activity

Finland’s stunning wilderness is just a short trip from downtown Helsinki, offering an easy-going city break suitable for all fitness levels. On this nature walking tour in Porkkala Peninsula, you’ll discover breathtaking coastal scenery, peaceful forests, and wonder in every season.

Keep an eye out for moose in the woods, white-tailed eagles, and slippery otter tracks in the winter snow as we explore this unspoiled landscape year-round. After an easy-going nature walk, we’ll enjoy a freshly prepared Finnish lunch by the sea—simple, local, and delicious.

Highlights:

Led by a certified wilderness guide
Fantastic photo opportunities along the coast
Freshly prepared meals using traditional Finnish ingredients
A Sustainable Travel Finland awarded tour

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Taiga Times

Ages: Children (7–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Finnish-style lunch with a drink and dessert. Please inform us of any food restrictions when booking.
Included: Winter boots during snowy months and other warm accessories
Included: Rainjackets in case of rain

Not included

Not included: Bottled water: As a sustainable company, we don’t provide plastic bottles, so we kindly ask guests to bring their own reusable water bottle.

Itinerary

Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma

Passing by

Meeting point is front of Kiasma museum, address: Mannerheiminaukio 1H (searchable on google maps).

Kindly be on time at the meeting point.

The drive up to the nature reserve is 50 minutes one way.
Porkkalanniemi

3 hours

In Porkkala our walk begins on a forest trail leading to an open-rock area which is the first display of the many diverse areas. This area will give us the opportunity to see what effects coastal weather has on the nearby forest.

Shortly after, we find ourselves with a picturesque coastal view. There will be picnic tables to have a break and fill up on a prepared lunch with dessert. While the lunch is prepared, you can explore the nature or relax by the Baltic Sea.

After some free-time exploration and lunch it is time to head back to civilization refreshed from this wholesome nature experience.

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In total, you will spend around 3 hours in the Porkkalanniemi nature reserve, including an hour lunch break.

Total walking distance is approx. 2.5–3 km. With transportation, the total duration of this nature tour is 4.5–5 hours.

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Dedicated to sustainability, this tour proudly carries the Sustainable Travel Finland label and the Green Activities certificate.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point is front of Kiasma museum, address: Mannerheiminaukio 1H (searchable on google maps). It is 500 meters from Helsinki Central Railway station.

End point

Meeting point is front of Kiasma museum, address: Mannerheiminaukio 1H (searchable on google maps). It is 500 meters from Helsinki Central Railway station.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For any dietary restrictions, please add it under special requirements upon booking
The tour runs rain or shine and is only canceled in cases of extreme weather conditions. If the tour is canceled, you will receive a full refund.