Easy-going forest walk in a nature reserve on the Baltic Sea with a scenic seaside lunch.
Helsinki, · Outdoors
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What you’ll do
This experience is hosted in English.
4.94 out of 5 stars, from 208 reviews
4.94, · 208 reviews
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, · April 2026
Great way to spend a few hours in Finland outside of Helsinki. Beautiful location, relaxed hiking pace, enjoyable, tasty meal. Easy pick up and drop off. Scenic, comfortable ride to the nature reserve. We really enjoyed this activity and would highly recommend it. Mari was a delightful, knowledgeable, engaging host/guide.
Edmund
, · January 2026
magical morning spent by the baltic sea, thanks for the salmon soup and introduction to trees around the nature reserve!
Kaitlyn
London, United Kingdom
, · December 2025
We had an amazing experience on this hike! The hosts were super friendly, knowledgeable, and shared detailed explanations about the flora and fauna in the park. It was both fun and educational. Highly recommended if you’re a nature lover and looking for an easy hike very close to the city.
Mathew
Mumbai, India
, · September 2025
We joined the tour with Alex, and he was very kind, considerate towards the travelers, and gave detailed explanations. If you want to enjoy Finnish nature close to the city, this tour is a great choice. Highly recommended!
Kasey
Suwon-si, South Korea
, · August 2025
Jeff was a personable, easy-going, and knowledgeable guide who made guests feel included, no matter what their adventure level. The tour is a nature-walk experience with opportunities for individual exploring along the rocks and peninsula. Sunny weather enhanced our morning, but I would make sure to bring a rain jacket, in case of a sudden shower. Our picnic beside the sea was especially memorable with tasty local food and engaging conversation. The morning was a pleasant introduction to the Porkkala Nature Preserve!
Jeanne Leigh
Bluffton, SC
, · August 2025
The tour with Jeff was an excellent way to experience the gorgeous Finnish outdoors, enjoy a unique & tasty picnic lunch, and learn all about the natural world. Jeff taught us how to safely forage for berries — we tried several types! The seaside was beautiful, calm, and serene. Definitely recommend!
Catherine
Washington, DC
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The meeting point is in front of the Kiasma Museum.
00100, Helsinki, Finland
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I’m a professional wilderness guide and co-founder of Taiga Times, a Helsinki-based nature travel company. With years of hiking and camping experience and training from one of Finland’s top wilderness guide programs, I bring a deep love for the outdoors, cultivated from growing up in Canada, to every adventure I offer.
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Guest requirements
Guests aged 7 and over can attend, up to 8 guests in total.
Activity level
The activity level for this experience is light and the skill level is beginner.
What to bring
Water bottle, Comfortable shoes ( sneakers, trail runners, hiking shoes)
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Archipelago Excursion in Porkkala Nature Reserve
4.94 · 208 reviews
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What you’ll do
Meet your guide
Meet your guide in front of Kiasma Museum and drive 50 mins to the nature reserve.
Wander through the forest
Wander the forest and learn about the Finnish Archipelago.
Reach Baltic Sea
Explore the coastline, relax, and take photos by the sea.
Lunch by the Baltic Sea
Unwind with a tasty local meal in a scenic setting.
Wander back to the start
Walk back through the coastal forest to the minibus.
Return to Helsinki rested
Sit back, relax, and count deer from the van window.
This experience is hosted in English.
4.94 out of 5 stars, from 208 reviews
4.94, · 208 reviews
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, · April 2026
Great way to spend a few hours in Finland outside of Helsinki. Beautiful location, relaxed hiking pace, enjoyable, tasty meal. Easy pick up and drop off. Scenic, comfortable ride to the nature reserve. We really enjoyed this activity and would highly recommend it. Mari was a delightful, knowledgeable, engaging host/guide.
Edmund
, · January 2026
magical morning spent by the baltic sea, thanks for the salmon soup and introduction to trees around the nature reserve!
Kaitlyn
London, United Kingdom
, · December 2025
We had an amazing experience on this hike! The hosts were super friendly, knowledgeable, and shared detailed explanations about the flora and fauna in the park. It was both fun and educational. Highly recommended if you’re a nature lover and looking for an easy hike very close to the city.
Mathew
Mumbai, India
, · September 2025
We joined the tour with Alex, and he was very kind, considerate towards the travelers, and gave detailed explanations. If you want to enjoy Finnish nature close to the city, this tour is a great choice. Highly recommended!
Kasey
Suwon-si, South Korea
, · August 2025
Jeff was a personable, easy-going, and knowledgeable guide who made guests feel included, no matter what their adventure level. The tour is a nature-walk experience with opportunities for individual exploring along the rocks and peninsula. Sunny weather enhanced our morning, but I would make sure to bring a rain jacket, in case of a sudden shower. Our picnic beside the sea was especially memorable with tasty local food and engaging conversation. The morning was a pleasant introduction to the Porkkala Nature Preserve!
Jeanne Leigh
Bluffton, SC
, · August 2025
The tour with Jeff was an excellent way to experience the gorgeous Finnish outdoors, enjoy a unique & tasty picnic lunch, and learn all about the natural world. Jeff taught us how to safely forage for berries — we tried several types! The seaside was beautiful, calm, and serene. Definitely recommend!
Catherine
Washington, DC
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Archipelago Excursion in Porkkala Nature Reserve
Easy-going forest walk in a nature reserve on the Baltic Sea with a scenic seaside lunch.
4.94, · 208 reviews
Helsinki, · Outdoors
Listing highlights
Hosted by Jeff or Kiia
Co-founder of Taiga Times
Helsinki
Uusimaa
Helsinki Travel Award 2024
The Helsinki Travel Award recognizes outstanding c