Excursion Finnish archipelago escape tour at Helsinki

Experience the spectacular beauty of the Finnish Archipelago in an exciting new way during this scenic and exhilarating RIB-boat excursion. 　　　　　

Helsinki, RIB-Boat-Ride, Archipelago, Islands

Depart the pier on-foot for the short walk to your awaiting rigid-inflatable boat (RIB-boat). After receive your safety and tour instructions and gear, set off on your RIB-boat adventure to our island on the outskirts of the east-side of the archipelago. En route, experience some of the more than 170,000 islands we have here, and see how close this spectacular island beauty is to the city.

Private Island, Nature Walk, Light Lunch

Upon arrival at the island, explore the island during a short nature walk. Along the way, learn about the flora and fauna, along with the types of berries and mushrooms grown here, and look for local wildlife. Following your nature walk, proceed for a light lunch and learn how the archipelago developed after the last Ice Age.

Free Time, Nature Stroll, Cliffs, Heated Private Sauna, Return RIB-Boat-Ride

After lunch, some free time is made available to enjoy your surrounds at your leisure. You can take a short exploration stroll, sit on the smooth cliffs and listen to the sound of silence, relax and unwind in the heated private sauna, and/or take an invigorating swim. At the conclusion of your visit, embark your RIB-boat for the approximately 45-minute ride back to the pier. Your captain may take an alternative inner-route back, or choose a speed tour along the outer route on the open sea instead. Upon arrival, disembark the RIB-boat and commence the short walk back to the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Helsinki, RIB-Boat-Ride, Archipelago, Islands, Private Island, Nature Walk, Light Lunch, Free Time, Nature Stroll, Cliffs, Heated Private Sauna, Swimming

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity and an extensive amount of walking for approximately 2 miles (about 3 kilometres), at times over uneven, cobblestone, and slippery surfaces and inclines, with two-three steps to embark/disembark the boat and at the villa on the island. This tour is recommended for active guests who are in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers and a weatherproof jacket and pants with sturdy, flat, closed-toe and non-slip trekking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, a swimsuit, towel; business shoes and high-heels are not permitted on this tour. A full-body floatation suit with spray hood, speed glasses and life vests gloves (if needed), warm hat (if needed), warm jumpsuit (not on warmer days, only if cold and rainy) is provided on this tour. In hot summer weather, suits are not used, and you can bring your own light jacket. Light gloves are available in your suit pockets. This equipment will keep you warm and dry, even in a light rain. Wearing your own outdoor warm fleece or wool pullover is recommended. Guests must be at least 10 years old to participate on this tour. There is no restroom on board; restrooms are available on the island. The captain can store a small handbag per passenger on board, but please do not bring any larger bags or suitcases. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. Driving speeds are always according to weather conditions and passenger capabilities. This tour may be cancelled at the last minute, and without prior notice, at the discretion of the captain. The tour sequence and routes may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.