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Overview

Discover our wild archipelago where the forest meets the sea with a professional guide. This half-day excursion includes a picnic-style lunch with a beautiful seaside view.

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

Explore the Finnish Archipelago in an incredible nature reserve where the forest meets the sea.

Pick berries, learn about wild mushrooms, throw snowballs, or watch great migrations of birds. This off-the-beaten-path destination is our favorite place to explore in every season and share with travelers from all over.

We will walk along forest paths, rolling rocks and the beautiful coast, where we have the perfect place for a break, overlooking the Baltic Sea. Your guide will prepare a delicious lunch to enjoy while you freely explore wonderful landscapes and find your peace in nature.

  • Personal Experience
  • Local Guides
  • Trusted Tour Operator
Availability All Year
Duration 4 hours 30 min
Departs From Helsinki
Group maximum 8 people
Difficulty Easy Suitable for most people in fair condition.
Meet on Location No
Pick Up Yes

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What's included

Included

  • Roundtrip transportation
  • Professional wilderness guide
  • Finnish-style lunch with dessert and coffee/tea
  • Some raingear (jackets) available in case of rain

What to bring

  • Walking shoes
  • Clothing suitable for the weather
  • A water bottle

Not Included

  • Infant seats

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Itinerary

Information

Our walk begins on a forest trail leading to an open-rock area which is the first display of the many diverse areas Porkkala has to offer. This open-rock area will allow us to see what effects coastal weather has on the nearby forest. Pine trees that are used for standing tall and true are forced to grow into short disfigured trees which reach for the forest inland.

As we continue on our tour, we will pass through Finland’s iconic forests to see ruins from the Nordic bronze age; an ancient burial cairn or stone grave which has since collapsed. This historical site gives insight into the funeral practices and social and religious structures of northern Europe more than three millennia ago.

Shortly after passing the burial cairn, we will find ourselves with a picturesque coastal view. There will be picnic tables to have a break and fill up on a prepared lunch with 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. 

Please note: the pick-up time is 9 AM and the drop-off time is 1:30 PM in downtown Helsinki, pick-up from the hotel is not available.