Top Helsinki Outdoor Activities

Escape the city without the hassle of arranging transport, and explore one of Finland's top natural attractions in the company of a biologist guide who provides depth to your experience. In a small group, travel by commuter train and local bus into the heart of Nuuksio National Park where you embark upon a hike through the hilly landscape, through forest, and past small lakes. Includes Helsinki hotel pickup and drop-off.

Soak up the snowy wilderness outside Helsinki on a snowmobile tour. With an experienced guide, travel through the winter landscape near the frozen Gulf of Finland, following a route along forest trails. Take a break to warm up with hot drinks and lunch cooked over a campfire. Two adults ride on one snowmobile, or you can upgrade if you want one to yourself. Located about 19 miles (30 km) east of Helsinki, the snowmobile base will be reached with provided round-trip transport.

Exploring a national park is a must when visiting Finland! This full day in a national park is a relaxing hike and outstanding nature experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life! Highlights: • Experience pristine nature in an uncrowded national park • Learn about local plants and wildlife from a professional guide • Test your senses and feel the benefits of nature • Finnish-style dining experience in the forest Not only will our professional wilderness guide teach you about Finnish nature and culture but they will also be cooking an impressive Finnish-style meal over a fire. Every season offers new and curious opportunities to learn about our environment. Spring with its crisp blue skies and icy lakes, Summer's juicy blueberries and lush green forests, and our favourite time, Autumn! Wild mushrooms and earthly hues of yellows, oranges, and reds shroud the forest.

Helsinki is a city of islands and this Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) tour is the perfect way to see the sights. Stay toasty warm whatever the weather with whole-body suits, jackets, lifejackets, and even goggles, as your captain opens up the throttle on the water. See sights including Suomenlinna Fortress, ice breakers, Submarine Vesikko, the Silo 648 light installation, and clothing-optional community sauna Sompasauna.

Admire Helsinki and her islands from the water on a relaxing 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise. Hop aboard a comfortable sightseeing boat, settle on deck or inside the cozy cabin, and absorb the key sights of Helsinki’s shorelines and surrounding archipelagos of beautiful islands. Cruise by top Helsinki attractions such as the mighty UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress; see Finland’s fleet of gigantic icebreaker ships; sail into the scenic Degerö Canal, and hear all about Helsinki’s eventful past from the informative onboard commentary. Free WiFi is available on-board for your comfort.

Combine a city tour of Helsinki with a ferry journey to Suomenlinna Island on this half-day excursion. Listen to guided commentary while exploring the highlights of Helsinki such as Esplanade Park and the Sibelius Monument. Hop a ferry to Suomenlinna for a walking tour including the Jetty barracks, the Suomenlinna Church, and Kings Gate.

Experience the peace and natural beauty of Finland’s untouched Tammisaari archipelago on a private, 3-hour boat trip. Board a small boat in Tammisaari with a professional skipper-guide, and explore some of the 1,300 islets and channels of the archipelago on the Gulf of Finland. Chug by lush islands and rocky skerries; watch for birds and seals; and learn about the islands’ wildlife and natural history from your guide. Go ashore to absorb the unspoilt nature of an island and enjoy some snacks (own expense), before motoring gently back to port.

This day trip from Helsinki takes you to one of Finland’s oldest national parks, Liesjärvi. Our trips are exclusive since they never exceed 8 persons. Highlights: • Experience genuine silence only found in a winter forest • Very few visitors during the winter season • Traditional Finnish-style lunch inside Winter Kota (traditional Finnish hut) • Feel the calming effect of the forest in the winter Winter allows us to witness the forest in its mystic grandeur. Snow gently falls and blankets the entire forest, embracing the trees and creating a peaceful silence throughout the woods. It would seem as though the forest is asleep during these frigid months, but with care, you are able to see tracks of the animals such as the red fox, mountain hare, and moose. Our winter wonderland hike is perfect for those who want to escape the city. We will take you for an adventure into the forests of Finland, providing a high-quality guided experience.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and discover secluded Finnish islands on this boat tour from Helsinki. Traveling by high-speed RIB boat, you’ll cover more ground than you could by ferry. Dock at an island to explore the wild landscapes, enjoy a picnic lunch, and have a peek inside a Finnish sauna.

Guarantee your entrance to the popular SEA LIFE Helsinki with by purchasing your admission ticket ahead of time. The pass includes access to the entire space, which you can explore on your own timetable.

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 and why Finns enjoy their peace and quiet. 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 coffee/tea with seaside view Our excursion trail passes the ruins of an ancient burial cairn dating back to the Nordic bronze age, many diverse habitats, and onwards to the open sea! 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 coffee/tea and some Finnish snacks to enjoy while you are free to take in the wonderful landscapes and find your peace in nature. Every season is unique in Porkkala and seeing wildlife is a regular occurrence in the nature reserve.

When your cruise ship docks, combine a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Helsinki with a visit to the Seurasaari Outdoor Museum. During this shore excursion, get a thorough overview of both modern and historic Finnish architecture, life, and culture. Entrance fees and a coffee/tea at a local cafe included.

Take in all of the city sights and enjoy the amazing nordic views on our spectacular, award winning scenic flight! This is the tour in Helsinki you don't want to miss! Save time, avoid the crowds and experience even more than on any other tour leaving you the time to explore the city more. In addition to the most famous sights, you get to see places that aren't easily accessed, such as the archipelago, local neighbourhoods and natural forests. You may just sit back and enjoy a glass of complimentary champagne and other drinks while you experience it all at once. To make your experience as smooth and luxurious as possible, a high end limo service will pick you up to the Airbus H125 helicopter and drive you to any location in Helsinki Metropolitan area after your flight. This is the Travel and Hospitality award winning tour, that is a must thing to do if you are visiting Helsinki!

Cruise through the Helsinki archipelago for lovely city views in addition to a lesson in Finnish history. First-time visitors will get an overview if the city and the chance to snap frame-worthy photos during the 1.5-hour cruise.

In the heart of Helsinki, try how it feels floating around in cold water staying completely warm and dry. You can come as you are in normal seasonal clothing to a on-shore location agreed. We provide you with everyhting you need for the float. Or why not combine the float with a sauna visit at the design sauna Löyly, bookable via REDRIB! Locations may vary due to weather conditions. We provide you with everyhting you need for the float.

Try an unforgettable ride in a Hovercraft! Over breaking ice or snow, we head for the empty archipelago deep frozen. A walk on the frozen sea is a unique experience. Or why not try how it feels floating around among ice rafts wearing a survival suit staying completely warm and dry, a once in a lifetime experience! Camp fire lunch and a nature walk is a perfect end to a perfect day outdoors. Transfer Helsinki City / Airport included.

Join us on a truly unique excursion into a national park by nightfall. Walking through the forest after dark is a wonderful experience and will surely be an emotional ride for those who have never done it. Equipped with a professional guide and flashlights your journey will be safe! Our walk takes place on a very wide and well-maintained trail which is easy to navigate in the night. After a short walk through the forest, we will arrive at our campfire location where we can warm up by the fire and enjoy an evening snack and warm drink. Highlights: - Explore a national park at night in a safe environment - Look and listen for the mysterious eagle-owl and other nocturnal animals - Enjoy a campfire with a barbecue and hot drink - Great opportunity to stargaze on clear nights

Visit an elegant Helsinki which the capital of Finland and Rovaniemi (Lapland’s capital city) this Christmas for a range of exciting adventures: from a reindeer ride across the Arctic Circle, to a Northern Lights campfire expedition, and the highlight – visit the home of Santa Claus in Rovaniemi.

REDRIB Helsinki lets you explore the Finnish capital from the water, reaching speeds of up to 55 mi/h (90 km/h) on-board a RIB boat. With this tour, combine a thrilling cruise with a visit to one of Helsinki’s former military islands. Admire attractions such as Suomenlinna fortress and the Silo 648 Light Art Installation; pick up speed as you zip along the coast of Helsinki; then head ashore for a walking tour of Vallisaari or Isosaari island.

Spend two nights camping in the wilderness of Central Finland. This relatively unknown national park has many wonders within. Beavers have made their presence known around every corner and atop every hill lies a humbling view. We at Taiga Times will take care of all the food, routes, and safety planning so that you can focus on getting comfortable in the outdoors. Small groups size only. The complete route will be approximately 20 kilometers total. Our first-day hiking is about 6 kilometers and will take us through a range of beautiful areas with many ups and downs and a pond where we have the opportunity to see beavers. The second day will be 10.6 kilometers and will offer us a view of the crystal clear waters of Lake isojärvi and towering green caverns under the old-growth forest. As with every good camping trip, there must be time to relax and enjoy nature. Every evening we will have the chance to sit by the fire and even go for a swim if the weather is right.

On this trip you get the feel of the dynamics of a rough sea and how to safely drive in speed under such conditions that leaves most of the regular boats in shore. You will notice how a commercial RIB -boat works under these conditions and realise why this boat type is used in resque missions, by the military and the coast guard.

This guided foraging tour from Helsinki immerses us into the forest and the magical world of fungi. Bright oranges, golden yellows, and deep reds decorate the forest floor. We are in search of Finland's most delicious and prized edible mushrooms, the chanterelle. It is also a personal favourite here at Taiga Times. However, as the name suggests, it is a hunt! We will not always find what we are looking for, and although most of the mushrooms are harmless, there are many poisonous ones too. But not to worry, for your guide will able to show you which are edible and is always available to explain about the different fungi you have found. Highlights: • Forage with a professional guide in a national park • Learn how to identify specific edible mushrooms • Help prepare and cook your wild fungi finds • Enjoy a Finnish-style lunch and coffee by the campfire

Finland is one of the best places in the world for foraging wild foods. As spring transitions into summer, the forest flourishes new vegetation and the aroma of fresh berries fills the air. Whether you are here to experience the Finnish culture of berry picking or simply taste these natural and organic berries, you will treasure this intimate experience in Finland's wilderness. Highlights: • Forage and learn about the wild foods of Finland • Experience an off the beaten path national park • Enjoy a fresh Finnish-style lunch cooked over a fire • Take home your extra berries and snack on your bounty On this guided tour from Helsinki, we will explore the serene mossy forests of Liesjärvi National Park. While looking for berries, we may fill our baskets with Finnish superfoods such as blueberries, lingonberries and, with some extra luck, some sweet wild strawberries. These superfoods are rich in vitamins and nutrients and sweeter than any berry you could buy from the stores!

The tour takes place in an area with rich wildlife and beautiful seaside scenery. The chances to find wild animals are good in this area. The small group size (max. 6 persons) allows personal guidance in the local nature and photography.