Archipelago Excursion
Helsinki, Finland
Discover our wild archipelago where the forest meets the sea. Join us to experience a unique side of Finland, the quiet nature side. A walk in this nature reserve highlights why Finland is one of the best outdoor destinations.
Highlights:
• A magnificent nature reserve with diverse habitats
• Fantastic photo opportunities along the coast
• An easy and rewarding walk for all levels of fitness
• Prepared lunch and tea with a seaside view
Our excursion trail passes over some of the oldest exposed bedrock in the world, many diverse habitats, and onwards to the open sea! Every season is unique in Porkkala; seeing wildlife is a regular occurrence in the nature reserve.
Walking along the rolling rocks and beautiful coast, where we have the perfect place for a break, overlooking the Baltic Sea. Your guide will prepare a Finnish-style tasting menu lunch with tea to enjoy while you are free to take in the wonderful landscapes and find your peace in nature.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Mannerheiminaukio 2, Helsinki 00100 Finland
This is the meeting point for this trip. It will be at the bus-stop in front of Kiasma (Museum of
Contemporary Art). The stop is about 65 steps from the museum entrance and approximately
500 meters from Helsinki Central Railway station.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Porkkalanniemi, Kirkkonummi Finland
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.
As we continue, we will pass through Finland’s iconic coastal forests to see ruins from the Nordic bronze age; an ancient burial cairn that has since collapsed. This historical site gives insight into social and religious structures of northern Europe more than three millennia ago.
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 coffee/tea.
The last area of our walk is a highly regarded bird-watching area with magnificent views of the archipelago. After some exploration in this final area, it is time to head back to civilization refreshed from this wholesome nature experience.
Duration: 4 hours
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Raincoat
- Lunch
- Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions
- Bottled water - As we are sustainable company we don't provide plastic bottles for guests, but we highly recommend you to take your own water bottle with you.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- For any dietary restrictions, please add it under special requirements upon booking
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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