Nature Tours & Day Trips from Helsinki
Explore National Parks, the Archipelago & Finnish Sauna Experiences
Discover Finnish nature on a guided day trip from Helsinki. Explore the popular Nuuksio National Park, the quieter forests of Liesjärvi National Park, or the beautiful Finnish archipelago.
At Taiga Times, we offer small-group nature tours year-round, from forest hikes and mushroom hunting to traditional Finnish sauna experiences. Our tours combine nature, local culture, and Finnish traditions.
With transportation from Helsinki, experienced local guides, and Finnish-style meals included, our day trips are easy to join and offer options for different fitness levels.
Proudly named Helsinki Tourism Company of the Year 2026, we are committed to responsible tourism and personal service.
Magical Taiga Forest Hike
Explore the peaceful forests of Liesjärvi National Park on a guided day trip from Helsinki. Walk through the Finnish taiga forest, discover the beauty and diversity of the Finnish forest and learn how nature changes with the seasons. Enjoy our famous smoked salmon soup beside a tranquil forest lake.
National Park and Sauna Experience
Experience two Finnish traditions in one unique day trip from Helsinki. Explore Sipoonkorpi National Park with a local wilderness guide, enjoy a Finnish-style lunch, and unwind in a traditional Finnish smoke sauna with the opportunity for a refreshing dip in the lake.
Archipelago
Excursion
Discover the Finnish archipelago on a relaxing half-day trip from Helsinki. Explore the coastal forests and rocky shores of Porkkalanniemi with a local guide, admire the beautiful Baltic Sea scenery, and enjoy a delicious Finnish-style lunch by the sea.
Winter Wonderland Hike
Experience the peaceful beauty of the Finnish taiga forest in winter on a guided day trip from Helsinki. Walk through the winter forest of Liesjärvi National Park, enjoy the quiet surroundings, and warm up with a hot Finnish-style lunch by a cozy campfire inside a traditional wilderness hut.
National Park & Old Porvoo private tour
Combine Finnish nature and history on a private day trip from Helsinki. Explore a peaceful national park, enjoy a Finnish-style lunch beside a scenic lake, and discover the charming wooden houses, cobblestone streets, and historic atmosphere of Old Porvoo.
Winter Archipelago
Excursion
Discover the rugged beauty of the Finnish archipelago in winter on a guided half-day trip from Helsinki. Explore coastal forests and rocky shores, take in the stunning winter scenery of the Baltic Sea, and warm up with a delicious campfire lunch surrounded by nature.
Enchanting
Afternoon in
Nuuksio National Park
Discover the peaceful beauty of Nuuksio National Park on a relaxing afternoon nature walk from Helsinki. This easygoing guided tour offers a perfect introduction to one of Finland's most popular national parks. Follow scenic forest trails, learn about local nature, and grill your own traditional Finnish sausage over an open fire.
Private Raasepori Castle ruins & Ekenäs Old town tour
Discover Finnish history and coastal charm on a private day trip from Helsinki. Explore the medieval ruins of Raasepori Castle, stroll through the picturesque wooden streets of Ekenäs Old Town, and finish the day with delicious, locally inspired pizza from YLP!
Midnight Sun
in the Archipelago
private tour
Experience the magic of Finland's bright summer nights on a private evening excursion from Helsinki. Explore a peaceful stretch of the Finnish archipelago with a local guide and enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery in the soft light of the Nordic summer night.
Berry Picking in a National Park
Experience the Finnish tradition of wild berry picking on a guided day trip from Helsinki. Explore the forests of Liesjärvi National Park with a knowledgeable local guide, learn to identify and pick seasonal wild berries such as blueberries, and enjoy a delicious Finnish-style lunch surrounded by nature.
Mushroom Hunting
Discover the Finnish tradition of mushroom hunting on a guided foraging trip from Helsinki. Explore the forests of a Finnish national park with an experienced guide, learn to identify wild mushrooms, and experience Finnish foraging culture firsthand, with the opportunity to taste foraged mushrooms.
Baltic Bites
Discover one of Helsinki locals' favorite summer islands and experience Finnish flavors on this guided food and nature tour. Take a scenic ferry ride to Pihlajasaari Island, explore its nature trails and beaches with a local guide, and enjoy a Finnish-style picnic featuring traditional flavors.