Archipelago Excursion from Helsinki with Lunch and Transportation
Overview
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5 hours
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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
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For any dietary restrictions, please add it under special requirements upon booking
What To Expect
Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
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
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. -- 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. -- Dedicated to sustainability, this tour proudly carries the Sustainable Travel Finland label and the Green Activities certificate.
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Archipelago Excursion from Helsinki with Lunch and Transportation
What‘s Included
Finnish-style lunch with a drink and dessert. Please inform us of any food restrictions when booking.
Winter boots during snowy months and other warm accessories
Rainjackets in case of rain
As a sustainable company, we don’t provide plastic bottles, so we kindly ask guests to bring their own reusable water bottle.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
134 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The guide is amazing!...
Rigo H,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide is amazing! Professional and committed to offer the information . Nature is beautiful all over Finland.
A wonderful day at Porkkalanniemi Nature Park.
Richard C,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved this excursion. Jeff, our guide, was so knowledgeable about nature in the Finnish forest. We had delicious Finnish fish soup, Finnish bread and blueberry juice for lunch. The views of the Baltic Sea were beautiful. In spite of a brisk wind, the sunny day made the experience really enjoyable.
A total joy.
Lynn W,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My excursion was a joy from start to finish. Mari was totally lovely. She was welcoming, and with a genuine warmth towards us. The vehicle was comfy and safe, and Mari’s driving was superb. The trek through the forest to the sea was so scenic and tranquil. Mari made us a hearty and delicious fish soup, and gave us a recipe card so we can try it out back home. I can’t thank Mari and Taiga Times enough for making my trip to Helsinki so joyful.
Archipelago adventure
BENJAMIN L,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A brilliant trip out into the natural world to see the archipelago and experience some stunning and remote Finnish wildlife. Jeff looked after us at every step, explaining all the flora and fauna we saw, cooking us dome delicious salmon soup with rye bread, cinnamon roll for afters and blueberry juice and sea buckthorn shots to wash it down with, and giving us some free time to explore. As there were only two of us, we had Jeff's undivided attention and he really made us feel welcome and looked after. We saw many birds, quite a few deer and found some interesting trees and plants too. On our return, Jeff even dropped us right by our hotel. An absolute highlight of our trip.
Amazing
GabriellaM1199,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It has been just amazing. Our guide Alex was really gentle and took care of us properly.
Great snow hike
Christoph T,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cosy hike in the snow with great views, good food, friendly Guid with lots of background knowledge
Wonderful experience
David T,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful experience with Alec in the Finish archipelago hiking through the woodlands. Lunch was delicious and enjoyable, plus we had some time to take a short exploration hike on our own. Recommend this activity for outdoors people!
Great excursion out of Helsinki
Susan N,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience. The hike was challenging (especially since it was mid February with fresh snow from the night before along the trail) on a particularly cold day. We hiked for about an hour to the shore of the Baltic Sea, and while our guide, Maria, made lunch, we walked across the ice to one of the small islands. We then had salmon soup for lunch. The tour company was very accommodating of our dietary needs (one woman is vegetarian and was given mushroom soup, and 2 do not eat dairy and were served the soup before the cream was added). I thought that the salmon soup was the best I’ve had since arriving in Finland. We then hiked back to the van. I thought Maria was an excellent guide and was able to tell us about the trees and the birds (I couldn’t believe we saw birds despite it being the middle of winter). Overall this was a really fun excursion.
Wonderful day in the forest!
Brenlee R,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Don’t hesitate, this was a lot of fun! Marie was terrific, patient and supportive of fast and slow walkers, everyone enjoyed! She answered all kinds of questions about being Finnish..
Guided Nature Walk
Bernadette D,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guided walk in nature with warm lunch by a fire. Our guide Maria was very helpful & knowledgeable about the various plants.
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