Helsinki is known as a diverse cultural city, but real luxury is found in the water. When you're looking for fun things to do in Helsinki, the maritime dimension offers a whole new level of luxury. Helsinki's unique archipelago is best explored by water, where Helsinki Boats takes your visit to a whole new level with sailing boats, catamarans and sailing ships.
Our premium boating services stand out from traditional city activities by offering privacy, peace and breathtaking scenery. Seeing the capital from the sea opens up a whole new perspective - where the average tourist sees only the bustling streets, you see the majestic outline of the city behind your champagne glass.
Our customer satisfaction speaks for itself - 97% of our customers say the experience exceeded their expectations. The Helsinki archipelago attracts over 2 million visitors every year, but only a small proportion of them experience it in the luxury of private sailing. With us, you get an incredible experience in a truly Finnish setting, where modern luxury meets pure nature.
Helsinki Boats VIP boat trips offer the most luxurious way to get to know The Helsinki archipelago. Our most popular route takes you around the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Suomenlinna, where you can admire the historic fortresses from the sea. The Vallisaari Nature Reserve, meanwhile, offers a combination of breathtaking scenery and unique history, which you will explore with our experienced captain.
Every boat trip always includes luxurious touches: chilled champagne, gourmet dishes prepared on the spot by our top chefs and a personal captain who knows the most secret corners of the archipelago. Our client Mika says: ”We celebrated my wife's birthday by sailing - delicious food and champagne at sunset made the evening perfect.”
Safety is a matter of honour for us. Before every trip we go through all the essential safety procedures and our boats are equipped with the latest technology. We recommend summer season trips at sunset, while in autumn afternoon sailing is at its best with a spectacular brown colour show. A boat trip with us should be at the top of your list of fun things to do in Helsinki, as the beauty of the sea will change your whole experience of the city.
Corporate events take on a whole new dimension when you move them from inside the office walls to the sea. Helsinki Boats offers an exceptional setting for company meetings, team meetings or client events. With our sailboats and catamarans, you will create an impression that will be remembered for years to come. Comfortable seating, stunning views and a fresh sea breeze make meetings inspiring and creative.
Private parties with us are equally memorable. Birthdays, bachelor parties or even intimate wedding ceremonies are given a unique setting on our ships. Through our network of partners, we can arrange additional services to suit your needs: top-class catering, professional photographers and tailor-made programme services complete the experience.
Our boats are suitable for groups of 8-35 people, and our prices start from 2500 euros including captain, fuel and basic catering. A Helsinki-based software company organised a client event with us that resulted in two new multimillion-dollar contracts - in the words of the CEO: ”The sailing created a relaxed and luxurious atmosphere that allowed us to build trust in a way that was quite different from a traditional meeting.”
Finland's four seasons each offer totally unique experiences in the waters. Summer is naturally the most popular time, with nocturnal nights allowing sailing up to midnight with the sun still shining in the sky. As a speciality, we offer midnight sunset sailing, where you can admire the colourful sky accompanied by champagne. During the summer, we also organise beach picnics in the archipelago, where our top chefs will create a maritime feast for you to enjoy in the midst of nature.
In autumn, Helsinki stands out as the tourist crowds dwindle and the trees of the archipelago turn orange and red. Our September brownstone tours have been particularly popular with our customers - the heated interiors ensure comfort even on cooler evenings. According to our statistics, 68% of our customers prefer the summer season, but the proportion of September has already increased to 24% each year.
Spring brings with it the wonder of nature's awakening. When the ice leaves the water at the end of April, we are among the first on the water, offering a vantage point for nature's awakening - the return of the birds and the greening of the islands are a sight rarely available to ordinary tourists. Of all the fun things to do in Helsinki, these seasonal marine experiences are certainly the most memorable.
We stand out from other boat services exceptional commitment quality and customer experience. All our captains are maritime professionals with years of experience, and our sailing boats are carefully selected to combine safety and luxury. Our sailboats, catamarans and sailing yachts represent the best in the industry, offering protection and comfort in all weather conditions.
As a company, we are committed to sustainability: we use organic products in our catering, energy-efficient engines and support nature conservation projects in the archipelago. Our customer feedback averages an incredible 4.9 out of 5 stars, which speaks volumes about our commitment to making every detail perfect.
When you choose us as your partner on the water, you get flexibility that others can't offer. We tailor each experience to your wishes, whether it's an intimate dinner for two or a corporate strategy day. Our local knowledge is second to none - we know every bay and island, know the best anchorages and know how to avoid tourist traps. Booking with us is easy via our website or over the phone, and we'll help you plan the perfect day at sea. If you're looking for real fun things to do in Helsinki, Helsinki Boats will provide you with an unforgettable sea adventure you'll remember for years to come.
