Nature and birdwatching trips, as well as recreational cycling excursions in Vanhankaupunginlahti area
Vanhankaupunginlahti in Helsinki is a true natural oasis and a popular outdoor recreational area – practically in the middle of our capital city! This reed-covered bay is a significant water area for birds, and the diverse forests surrounding the bay provide a habitat for several endangered or rare insect, bat, and fungus species. For those seeking relaxation in nature, the area offers resting spots, bird observation towers, and bird hides.
We organize nature excursions to the area with various themes: birdwatching trips, kickbike and fatbike tours around the entire bay, guided pole walking tours, mobile quiz walking tours and combinations of all these. Depending on your group’s location, we can move to the site by bikes, on foot, or by transport. The duration can range from an hour of brisk activity to a full-day excursion with catering.
Example 1. Tour de Bay
Fatbike tour, appr. 13 km.
We’ll leisurely cruise around the entire Vanhankaupunginlahti bay on wide-tired fat bikes. Our route runs along easy outdoor paths – partly on bike lanes and partly on sandy trails through the area. The excursion is suitable for everyone, and there’s no need to worry about fitness levels – the route is quite flat and easygoing. Along the way, we can also take a break with a picnic by the seaside, enjoying the scenery.
Meeting / starting point e.g. Tapahtumakeskus Koskenranta/ Arabianranta / Kalasatama / Kulosaari / Herttoniemi…
Group size 10-30 persons.
Recommended duration 1-2 hours (depending on possible breaks and the group’s pace).
Price starting at 65 € / person + VAT 10 %
Example 2. Birdwatching
Welcome to a leisurely half-day or full-day excursion where we go birdwatching, enjoy light picnic and just relax in a coastal scenery. Did you know that Vanhankaupunginlahti is home to approximately 300 different bird species, with around 125 of them nesting here annually? With the guidance of an experienced guide, you’ll become familiar with the area’s fascinating environment and birdlife. We’ll visit the birdwatching towers in the area and included binoculars and telescopes will bring nature closer. Walking 2-7 km.
Starting point at Vanhankaupunginkoski (Jokisuuntie) and if needed, we´ll arrange transportation for your group to get there.
Recomended duration 2-6 h
Recommended group size 6-20 persons
The price is determined based on group size, sercings etc. Get in touch!
Example 3. Kickbike tour
Kickbikes – fast or slow, you decide the pace! The modern Kickbike is a fitness tool developed in Finland in 1994, and it’s especially great activity for those who spend a lot of time sitting at work. It effectively activates the hip flexors, glutes, and thighs while simultaneously improving hip and lower back mobility. It’s both fun and efficient! After burning some calories, we can treat ourselves to coffee and ice cream by the rapids of Vanhankaupunginkoski. (Refreshments not included in the price.)
Recommended duration appr. 1 h.
Group size 10-30 persons.
Price 45 € / person + VAT 10 %
The price includes a guide, kickbikes and helmet.
