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Porvoo archipelago

Archipelago

Stunning seashore, amazing archipelago

Sea has always touched people, provided them with peace of mind and opportunities to enjoy themselves.

The sea in Porvoo starts at the Porvoonjoki river estuary and continues well into the outer archipelago. In the river delta, the sea means shallow water, with wind rustling in the reeds and internationally acknowledged bird reserves, and the national urban park. Next come the islands with forests, people and life. Farther out, there is the horizon and rocky islets. On one such islet, Tove Jansson used to spend several months each year.

Experiencing the archipelago can mean a hot summer day in the sandy beaches of Sondby, taking the ferry to Pellinki, the Sandholmsudden evening market, sitting on a jetty all by yourself, a bike tour from the city centre to the Hamari harbour to have a coffee or admiring the horizon and the waves in the southern tip of Emäsalo.

With the change of the seasons, you can experience each place in a new way. The sandy beach turns into a place for star gazing on a dark autumn evening. When looking from the seashore rocks, the frozen sea is like a white, endless field. In spring, the melting ice gives a promise of the summer ahead.

Events in Porvoo archipelago

Things to see & do in the archipelago

Kråkö Bryggeri brewery

Kråkö Bryggeri is a small brewery on the island of Kråkö, 15 km south of the center of Porvoo. You can get there not only by car, but also by sea (pier length over 100m) or even by helicopter (field on the beach).

The premises…

Benitas Café

Benitas Café is a genuine islander’s café at Pellinki, Sandholmsudden, visitor harbour (approx. 35 km from Porvoo town centre). The café is easily accessible either by car or by boat. There is also an outdoor market on summer Saturdays. Benitas Café is a fully-licensed café…

Café Jemma

Café Jemma offers an experiential break with delicious treats prepared in its own kitchen, set in the stunning archipelago landscape of Porvoo. It is located on the shore of Elämyspoukama on the island of Emäsalo in Porvoo. The café is easily accessible by car, bicycle,…

Hovercraft trip to archipelago

An hovercraft is a watercraft that moves supported by an air column. The hovercraft is able to move on land in a wide variety of terrains as well as on water and ice.

Start from Kråkö Bryggeri. The trip takes you around Vessö and back…

A night in a hammock on a private island

Enjoy the serene summer night on a private island. Admire the incredible change of the light and take a nocturnal swim. Enjoy this exclusive adventure in Finnish nature with you friends or family.

A rowing boat awaits you in Poukama harbour. After a short rowing…

Cocktail school by the sea

Memorable cocktail schools are now available at Porvoo Villas. The cocktail school can be held, weather permitting, for example on the seashore. The wonderful surroundings of the villas guarantee a memorable experience with cocktails (or mocktails) all year round. Cocktail schools are suitable for all…

Island Riddles

Welcome to a different adventure trip to the Pellinge Archipelago, a nature where stories come to life. The theme trip is based on the beloved picture book ‘The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My’ by Tove Jansson. Island Riddles will take you on a…

Elämyspoukama

Welcome to enjoy the Porvoo archipelago and its experience-filled activities. Elämyspoukama offers activities suitable for solo travelers as well as small groups. You can rent kick-bikes, a rowboat, kayaks, and SUP boards to explore the stunning archipelago nature on your own. In autumn, the nearby…

Hörbergsgården

Make a journey in time back to the archipelago as it was in the 19th century! In the main farmhouse there are changing exhibitions and a small museum shop where you can buy high quality local handicrafts. Admission free during opening hours. At other times…

Meeting with yoga and cooking

Porvoo Villas organize recreation and meeting days in cooperation with yoga instructor Suvi Hanste and chef Mark Kumlin.

In our seaside villas, meetings are relaxed but efficient. Start the morning with a delicate breakfast buffet, have a meeting in an upscale villa milieu and refresh…

The Kråkö Boat Builders Museum

Welcome to get to know Kråkö’s boat building tradition and famous boat builders from Kråkö! The exhibition features a wooden boat under construction, which allows you to learn about the basic work steps of boat building and, for example, how a board is bent and…

Effortless boat trip

Welcome on an unforgettable adventure in the archipelago of Porvoo! We aim to offer our customers effortless and memorable experiences in a maritime environment.

Effortless 4h boat trip: We plan the entire trip with destination islands ready for our customers, allowing them to fully enjoy…

SSS-Paviljong

On the border of Porvoo and Sipoo, at a reasonable distance from Helsinki, an authentic archipelago pearl, SSS-Paviljong, flourishes. This idyllic restaurant is the perfect place for both relaxing summer days and unforgettable parties. Due to its location, it is easily accessible. You can get…

Gallery Skolan ja Gallery Bryggeri

Welcome to explore art at Galleria Skolan and Galleria Bryggeri! Open from May to September, Wednesday to Saturday. The galleries host monthly rotating art exhibitions showcasing works by various artists. Admission is always free, so step in and get inspired by the world of art!

Pellinge Upplevelser

Visit Pellinki archipelago located about 30 km southeast of Porvoo. Join a guided tour if you want to learn more about Pellinki’s past and present and our beautiful archipelago. We offer guided visits at the local heritage museum Hörbergsgården, St. Olaf’s Chapel, and Glosholm, the…

Cruises in the archipelago

Bout.fi

Bout is a digital marketplace for boating and marine experiences. Experience Porvoo’s unique archipelago aboard a local boatman!

m/s J.L. Runeberg

m/s J.L. Runeberg cruises almost daily between Helsinki and Porvoo from May to September. Built originally as a steamship in Helsinki in 1912, the vessel is still in superb condition. Forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Take a cruise through the wonderful archipelago…

Ruori Boat Club

Pirkka-Adolf is a photovoltaic catamaran that can be rented in the Porvoonjoki river as a self-service at an hourly rate of 39 €. The boat is easy to use, suitable for beginners, and is just the right gadget for wondering about the Porvoonjoki river!

Pirkka-Adolf…

Hamarikupla – sailing on a traditinoal wooden boat

Have you dreamed of sailing but don’t know where to start? Or do you want to experience the unique, world’s largest archipelago in the traditional way? With the traditional sailingboat Hanna, you can both get into the atmosphere of the past and learn the secrets…

Pellinge Boattaxi

Come and experience the beautiful views of the Porvoo archipelago by boat. Enjoy the unique archipelago landscape together with skipper Johan Sundbäck, he grew up in the Pellinki archipelago and knows the islands, traditions and values of the archipelago. It is possible to bring your…

SeaSport

Welcome to enjoy unforgettable experiences with Seasport in the archipelago of Porvoo! We offer unique nature experiences that take you into the stunning archipelago nature.

Experience an accessible boat trip with our boat equipped with a bow ramp, making it easy for everyone to participate….

Experience the beautiful archipelago with Fiskari Laxen

Cruises in Porvoo on the old wooden fishing boat LAXEN offer a wonderful option for a leisurely moment in the Porvoo archipelago. Fiskari cruises in Porvoo are perfect for both corporate team-building events and gatherings with friends. On the cruise through the Porvoo archipelago, as…

Private Cruises on M/S Carin

Book a cruise to the Porvoo archipelago or come to Kråkö Garden to enjoy the delights of Taste Garden and Kråkö Bryggeri aboard the stylish M/S Carin. Our summer galleries also satisfy a hunger for art. The vessel accommodates a maximum of 12 people.

Archipelago Cruises in Porvoo with m/s Amanda – A Maritime Experience in the Heart of Nature

Embark on an unforgettable archipelago cruise through the Porvoo archipelago! Our cruises take you through a picture-perfect landscape of rocky shores, idyllic cottages, and lush nature. The 34-seat m/s Amanda offers memorable cruises during the summer season, ideal for tourists, locals, families with children, and…

Accommodation in the archipelago

Porvoo Villas

Porvoon Huvilat

We offer high-quality seaside accommodation on Porvoo’s Kråkö island (Villas Eriksberg, Blomkulla, and Blomvik, as well as Villa Bastu starting from May 1, 2025) and Gäddrag (Villa Nyåker). On Kråkö, the villas are located on adjacent plots with their own beach and pier areas. They…

Merihuvilat Villas

At Merihuvila Villas, you can enjoy every season. Some of the high-quality log cabins can be rented for the whole year. Beach sauna, Pihlaja, Paju and Juniper are offered for daily, weekend or weekly rent. All cottages are equipped with modern comforts and in each…

Experience hotel Poukama

Experience hotel Poukama welcomes guests to the beautiful archipelago of Porvoo on Emäsalo island.

Stay the night by the peaceful cove in our spacious and comfortable experience rooms. Relax and pause to admire the stunning sea views. You can go fishing in the nearby waters…

Strandhagen Bed & Breakfast

Strandhagen is a bright, stylishly furnished home with an old-world ambience. Here you can enjoy a luxurious, unhurried breakfast beautifully set out on the veranda. Strandhagen has four rooms for two people. It is situated in the peaceful countryside close to the sea, 17 km…

Haikon kartano

Hotel Haikko Manor and Spa

Historic and atmospheric manor and spa hotel in the middle of a 14 ha manor park by the sea. Haikko offers hotel, restaurant, meeting, spa and wellness services. The unique Manor Hotel has 26  decorated hotel rooms and the spa hotel has 185 comfortable rooms….

Örnvik Freetime

Örnvik Freetime rents a variety of cottages 16 km from the centre of Porvoo, on the shore of Pikku-Pernajanlahti Bay. The surrounding nature is clean and beautiful, the sea-air fresh. Part of the Örnvik farm belongs to the Natura Nature Reserve, and the cottage’s drinking…

Pellinge Cottages

Spend an unforgettable holiday in Pellinki, in the Porvoo archipelago!

Rent a summer cottage, Grandma’s cottage, a log cottage or even an entire island. Owner Anne-Maj Johansson offers five different accommodation options for rent for family holidaymakers, recreational fishermen, those who enjoy nature or…

Skeppars

Skeppars is a campsite for caravans and motor homes in lovely surroundings in Sondby. With excellent opportunities for hiking and fishing, this SF-Caravan site provides all-round service for visitors.

Sondby Caravan

Sondby Caravan is located about 20 km south of Porvoo, on the island of Vessö. The area is in the middle of the beautiful Porvoo archipelago. Good berry and mushroom terrain opens up in the immediate proximity of the area. Good fishing waters start right…

Vävars

Vävars Farm is located in the Pellinki archipelago, about 35 km from the center of Porvoo. We rent a cottage with views of Äggskär. The cottage is fully equipped and can be reached by car.

In addition to cottage accommodation, it is possible to…

Aurora Igloo Porvoo

Experience the enchantment of the archipelago in a stunning AuroraHut igloo.

Aurora igloo Porvoo is located in Elämyspoukama, in a magnificent spot in the heart of Porvoo’s archipelago, offering breathtaking views of the sea and the surrounding nature. The large panoramic windows of the AuroraHut…

Pellinge Marina

Accommodate and enjoy the archipelago of Pellinge.

At Pellinge Marina, nestled in the ruggedly beautiful archipelago environment, you encounter unique and modern architecture that respects the area’s cultural heritage. Built on the cliffs of Pellinge, the darkly elegant ensemble will be a landmark for decades…

Fishing in the archipelago

Augur Kalastuspalvelu – fishing service

Augur Fishing Service does sea fishing trips for company groups, private groups and tourists according to your wishes in the Porvoo area. Watch a video of our fishing trips here.

With over 20 years of experience, Augur and fishing guide Erik Herlevi are among the…

Fishing- and island excursions in Porvoo

Guided fishing tours and island excursions in beautiful Porvoo archipelago. Unforgettable experiences in the archipelago, safe and easy. We arrange e.g. fishing tours, bird- and seal safaris. Also possible to experience tent sauna and a dip in the refreshing seawater.

South Coast Fishing Adventures

Have you thought about organising an event for your key customers? Why not to take them out for a cruise to enjoy an invigorating day at the sea. Tell us what kind of adventure you want to offer your guests and we will do our…

TR-Kalastus & Catering

TR-Kalastus & Catering Services offers unforgettable fishing experiences. An experienced guide will help you and your group find the best fishing and make the best catches. In addition to the guide’s experience you will have a safe fishing boat and appropriate tackle for all kinds…

Fishing Lords Oy

Fishing Lords has been involved in organising fishing trips since 2000. Our guides are trained and experienced both in fishing and in customer service. As we are out on the sea daily, we are always up to date on the day’s fishing, we can take…

Fishing permits

Persons between 18 and 64 need to pay the state fishing management fee which enables the use of one fishing pole in the whole of Finland. For hook and line angling or ice fishing no separate permit is needed. If you are under 18 years old…

Fishing competitions for small groups

In the playful competition, everyone gets to participate and the winner is rewarded. Fishing takes place from the large villa Eriksberg’s dock area. After the race, there will be a sauna and a barbecue. The activity is perfect for companies and group as recreational day…

Kayaking and paddling services

Sirkka Experience

Experience Porvoo by canoe and kayak. Rental and paddling trips in Porvoo. Read more: www.sirkka.fi Sirkka Experience +358 40 5455012 info@sirkka.fi www.sirkka.fi www.facebook.com/sirkkaexperience www.instagram.com/sirkkaexperience

Porvoo kayak and sup board rental

Come and experience a unique trip to the nature in Porvoo archipelago. Rent a kayak or sup-board from Kråkö island and explore the surroundings of the Sahasaari islands. The historic former sawmill area is a real bird paradise and the distance to the islands from…

Hamarikupla – Kayak and SUP-rentals

There is a secret waiting to be discovered just off the shore of Hamari’s old fisherman village. The small wooded islands hide a hundred years of sawmill history, forgotten canals, nature and peace of mind that many travel far to find.

Our beginner friendly kayak…

Rent a kayak

Rent kayaks from Kokonniemi Ski Center / Bikepark. With a kayak you can explore the city from a totally different angle, with the equipment easily on board. The kayak rental is open at the same time with the Bikepark, check the webpages. Other times on agreement!

Natura Mare

We hire out kayaks and canoes and deliver them to the shore of your choice in Porvoo. We also arrange guided canoe trips taking into account our customers’ preferences.

Kayak rental and SUP boarding

Take a kayaking trip to the Porvoo archipelago on your own. The kayaks for rent are suitable for beginners. You can also choose a two-person kayak, in which parents can take along a child. Also available is a basic single kayak. The SUP boards are…

Experience kayaking adventures on Emäsalo Island

Come and discover the unique archipelago by kayak!

From the shore of Elämyspoukama on Emäsalo Island, you can easily access the water and explore the area’s sheltered routes.

Available for rent:

Stable single and double kayaks
SUP boards
Giant SUP board for…

Nature in the archipelago

Sikosaari nature trail

Sikosaari nature trail is located a few kilometres south of the city centre. The trail begins on the Sikosaarentien arm of the island, at the first houses. The trail is mostly in boreal forest dominated by old spruce trees, and it varies between bright rocky…

Ekudden nature trail

The 1.5-kilometre-long nature trail at Ekkudden is located in a nature reserve just over two kilometres south from the centre of town. The path starts from the Tarkkinen playing field. It continues across the field towards an area of magnificent oak and lime trees. The…

Varlaxudden seashore

Varlaxudden is a recreation area by the seashore situated 25 kilometers south from the city center. Here you can admire the horizon, cliffs and rocks on the seashore. Enjoy the birdlife and changing of the seasons – this place is majestic and different each time…