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Adventure Tours
5–6 hours
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Adventure Tours
4 hours
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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Boat Tours
1–2 hours
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6+ hours
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
1–2 hours
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  • AA
    4 contributions
    Wonderful experience
    Highly recommended trip to the national park! Jeff was so knowledgable and fun! kiia was also so great on the phone when inquiring about the trip!
    Review of: National Park Hike & Finnish Smoke Sauna Experience with Campfire Lunch
    Written 10 September 2023
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  • Emily W
    Copenhagen2 contributions
    Personable & accomodating guide, beautiful nature
    David took my mother (senior) on a lovely hike through the woods. He was very communicative prior to the day of the hike and even suggested another date when the weather appeared rainy. He was flexible, down to earth, knowledgeable about nature, and a good cook (lovely soup).
    Review of: Hiking Experience in a National Park with Backpacker Helsinki Tour
    Written 25 September 2023
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  • Ingrid F
    1 contribution
    Best tour for a pleasant hike
    It was an amazing experience, l learnt so much about nature, enjoyed the company and diversity of our group. I can only recommend it and l will join again in my next visit to Helsinki. Our guide was really knowledgeable and friendly, l had so much fun and great time.
    Review of: Magical Taiga Forest Hike with Lunch and Transportation
    Written 31 August 2023
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  • Maria F
    1 contribution
    Was worth it and I would like to come again
    I enjoyed this tour a lot. It's an excellent destination choice, Porkkala is a beautiful place! It was very convenient to get picked up at and be brought back to Helsinki Central Station. The small group size (8) worked perfect for me and Jeff (the guide) created a friendly and easy-going atmosphere. It was also very informative, Jeff told a lot about local berries, mushrooms etc. I only wish there was a little bit more time to walk around Porkkala independently (an hour instead of half-hour?) During this visit to Helsinki I did not have time left to join the other tours with Taiga Times but that's definitely on my bucket list for the next time I visit Helsinki. Thank you very much , Jeff and Kiia, for the great experience!
    Review of: Archipelago Excursion
    Written 27 August 2023
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  • Stephen M
    Glasgow, UK21 contributions
    Great way to learn more about Helsinki
    Hoda was very friendly and knowledgeable. We saw the major sites and it was a pleasant stroll over a couple of hours. I went on a Saturday and some things, like Uspenski Cathedral weren't open, so other days might be better. It felt a bit slow to start but everyone seemed happy by the end down at the waterfront.
    Review of: FREE tip-based tour - Historic Helsinki Walking Tour
    Written 10 September 2023
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  • Kayla S
    1 contribution
    5 Star for this non-touristy attraction!
    We had a great time at the Redrib Experience. We learned so much about the city & it was cool to see Helsinki from a different perspective. It did not feel very "touristy" and I loved that! our guide was friendly, passionate and funny! Thank you again!
    Review of: Redrib Helsinki Experience 1
    Written 30 August 2023
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  • Geertrui D
    1 contribution
    Listening to silence
    My 15y old son and I just loved the experience. Nothing complicated. Just perfect. Jeff is a great guide. Authentic. Professional. Highly recommended!
    Review of: Winter Wonderland Hike in a National Park
    Written 21 February 2023
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  • Sydfolks
    Sydney, Australia9 contributions
    Excellent nature experience
    In a small group of 7 we left downtown Helsinki for the national park. Our guide Mikhail had a trained background in Zoology that enhanced the trip though his deep knowledge of the flora and fauna. We followed a route that returned from a different location so a well thought out plan. Many picture taking opportunities at the lakes or in the woods. Highly recommended.
    Review of: Half-Day Nature Adventure to Nuuksio National Park from Helsinki
    Written 7 June 2023
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  • tim o
    Helsinki, Finland3 contributions
    Just do it
    Leif and Olli and Kapua were amazing. We had a ton of fun cruising around the seas. Definitely recommend taking one of their boating options: we chose the offshore experience and it was outstanding.
    Review of: Redrib Helsinki Experience 2
    Written 8 July 2023
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  • Anne
    1 contribution
    A Magical Mushroom Experience
    Not that kind of magical mushroom experience, but a fun, beautiful excursion to the backwoods of Finland. This is a must for any nature lover who wants to get out of the city for a day. Jeff was a hospitable and knowledgable guide who took us on our journey through Liesjarvi National Park. He taught us about different kinds of mushrooms, and how to identify the edible ones. On top of that, we harvested a variety of berries that were plentiful.

    We hiked through the mossy forest until we reached our camp along the lake where we cooked our forage of chantrelles and porcinis over an open fire in a wooden teepee, as Jeff prepared lunch of salmon soup, rye bread, and blueberry juice.

    Such a lovely day and special memory of Finland!

    Thank you Taiga Times!
    Review of: Mushroom Hunting in a National Park
    Written 22 September 2022
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  • Gustavfer
    Los Angeles1 contribution
    Meeting and feeding reindeer!
    Our guide Andrew picked us up right on time and was extremely knowledgeable. It was an amazing experience! We learned a lot and had so much fun feeding the reindeer!
    Review of: Helsinki National Park and Reindeer farm PRIVATE VISIT by car with guide
    Written 19 June 2023
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  • CHIE T
    1 contribution
    Kiitos!
    Kiitos paljon, Tristan and Henrik!
    You are good guides, good chefs, and good friends.
    I and my mom really enjoyed super relaxing experience.
    It was like I visited to my friends cottage.
    I strongly recommend it.
    Review of: Live Like a Local in a Finnish Cottage in Porkkala Archipelago
    Written 19 September 2023
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  • Rahul
    New Delhi, India1 contribution
    REDRIB Nature Reserve Experience 2023
    Leif runs a a highly professional organisation. His attention to detail and his consideration for his clients is superb. Excellent. From the moment we set off on the RIB boat, the serene beauty of the Finnish archipelago took my breath away. Leif, my knowledgable guide, provided fascinating insights about the local wildlife and ecosystems, making the journey both educational and awe-inspiring. This nature reserve island tour was an unforgettable adventure that allowed me to connect with nature in a profound way.
    Review of: Redrib Archipelago Experience 
    Written 19 August 2023
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  • Colleen M
    Bristol, UK7 contributions
    Extraordinary experience
    The amazing snow-mobiling experience more than exceeded all my expectations. Kenneth & Anders immediately made me feel extremely welcome; in fact I felt more like an old friend than a customer. Everything you need is supplied by Burn Out City and they really do take care of you. Kenneth has an immense sense of humour and shared such interesting bits of local history as the journey progressed. The lunch stop was very relaxed and provided a moment to sit and enjoy the stunning vast expanses of the frozen archipelago - a truly magical place.
    Thank you Kenneth & Anders for an experience which I will always treasure. Keep doing what you are doing and spreading the beauty of the Finnish land/sea scape.
    Review of: Snowmobile Safari in Helsinki Archipelago with Lunch
    Written 13 March 2023
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  • esa
    4 contributions
    A great, fun experience (with a side of survival)…
    Whist we were in Helsinki for Easter, we took the opportunity to undertake this challenge!
    The weather was good and wind was in our favor. Leif is an excellent instructor. As we are non-swimmers, he was assured us that this was no barrier to taking part in this experience. He was right! He provided all the gear we needed and gently guided us into the water. Within minutes, we were afloat and able to even relax! We had as much time as we needed in the water. It was a most uplifting experience. Equally fascinating were the insights and stories Leif told us about how the suits are used as part of lifesaving equipment (with very short times to deploy them in real emergencies). I could only imagine what that could be like after the leisurely time we had in comparison! Also, we were given lifesaving survival tips, which are invaluable. You can tell that Leif is a true professional with lots of expertise in this field. All in All, a fantastic experience and we would thoroughly recommend it to others. Thank you Leif!
    Review of: Redrib survival suit experience
    Written 10 April 2023
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