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Örö island boat tour

Mars - December 2023


Örö fortress island is the most popular destination in the Archipelago Nationalpark.


Experience the beauty of the Finnish Archipelago by sea and land.


The island of Örö offers history, unspoilt beaches, sunny meadows, huge guns and cobble-stone roads.


The 100-year-old barracks area also houses a resturant, a hotel, a shop and museums. There is also a marina with a café.


  • Beautiful islands route
  • Round trip from 35€, children (3-12yrs) 17,50€, children (0-2yrs) free.
  • One way from 17,50€, children (3-12yrs) 8,75€, children (0-2yrs) free.
  • Bicycle 5€/ direction
  • Boats Sissel, Idun or Minandra
  • Limited availability.
  • Departs from Kasnäs, with a spa hotel, restaurant and marina. 
  • Free parking 300m from the harbour.


Timetable


Info

Information about accommodation, restaurants, and activities on the island of Örö. Visit Örö

Bus timetable to Kasnäs. Vainionliikenne

 

 You can book your boat trip direct from the webstore!


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The best opportunity to see sea birds in Finland! !

 

Eider duck safari - Spring tour to Bengtskär lighthouse

May 2024


Spring in the outer archipelago is a magical time.


The little lighthouse island becomes home for hundreds of nesting eider ducks. The human presence on the island keeps predators aways and makes safe habitate for nesting birds.


Our trip goes through the Hitis archipelago, along the most sheltered route towards the outer archipelago and Bengtskär lighthouse.


Bengtskär lighthouse is the most impressive sight in the Southwestern archipelago of Finland. Its massive stone walls have witnessed some of the most dramatic events in history of the country. For over a hundred years, the lighthouse has guided thousands of seafarers along safe routes. During this day visit, you will become acquainted with the history of the lighthouse and the nature of the archipelago. On climbing the tower and reaching the top, you’re awarded with a stunning view of the surrounding archipelago and the open sea.


For lunch we serve Bengtskär's own fish soup made from local fish, archipelago rye bread, butter and water. For desert coffee and freshly baked cinnamon bun. Other beverages available from the café.


Schedule

Departure 11 p.m. Kasnäs -> Bengtskär

Departure 3:15 p.m. Bengtskär -> Kasnäs.


Extra tours Sat 18th May and Sat 25th May.

Departure 10 a.m. Kasnäs -> Bengtskär

Departure 2:45 p.m. Bengtskär -> Kasnäs.


Info

  • Duration: day trip, approx. 5,5h
  • Tour dates May 3 th, 4th, 5th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th and 31st 2024. 
  • Price from 69,00€ /person, children 3-12 yrs 41,00€, children 0-2 yrs 6,00€.
  • Included: boat trip from Kasnäs, guiding, entrance fee, lunch, coffee/tea and cinnamon bun.



Live-stream from Bengtskär


You can book your tour direct from the webstore!



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Special Cruise!!


Pasque flowers at Örö Island and Eider ducks at Bengtskär Lighthouse


May 17th 2024


Two of spring's rarities with the same cruise


Örö


Örö's nature is unparalleled. On its sunny heaths and beaches, there are many rare plants and butterflies. On the island, two species of Pasque flowers bloom, which are not found anywhere else in Finland: the Pasque flower and the small Pasque flower.


Additionally, other rare plants in Finland grow on Örö, such as Russian wheatgrass, sand sedge, and marram grass. On the island, you can also admire Finland's largest occurrence of sea kale. The diversity of nature is also evident in the rich variety of butterflies, with over 1700 different species observed.


The visit to Örö begins with a delicious lunch, followed by a guided tour (approximately 3 km). Our guide leads us through the island's unique nature, and we get to admire the rare Pasque flower growing on Örö.


Bengtskär - Eider Paradise


In spring, Bengtskär becomes home to hundreds of Eiders. The human presence on the island keeps predators aways and makes safe habitate for nesting birds.


Eiders nest everywhere: among rocks, flower beds, by the sauna and lighthouse walls, among the grass, under benches, and wheelbarrows. Last year, a new nesting record was achieved: 530 Eider nests.


The visit to Bengtskär starts with a short guiding where you learn about Eiders and lighthouse history. Visitors can then explore the Eiders, lighthouse, exhibitions, and climb 252 steps up to the light tower. The lighthouse café serves delicious fish soup with archipelago bread.


Schedule


Departure at 11:00 from Kasnäs -> Örö, buffet lunch and guided tour on Örö

Departure at 14:45 from Örö -> Bengtskär, guided tour and fish soup at the lighthouse

Return at 17:45 from Bengtskär -> Kasnäs, around 19:00. Coffee and pastry on board.


Our journey takes us through the Hitis archipelago, first to Örö and then to Bengtskär lighthouse along a sheltered route. During the boat trip, you can see birds, often seals, and the archipelago nature.


Meals: Buffet lunch, coffee, and dessert at Örö. Fish soup made from locally caught fish with archipelago bread at Bengtskär. Coffee and pastry on board the boat.


Info

  • Duration: day trip, approx. 8h
  • Tour dates May 17th 2024. 
  • Price €150.00, children (3-12 yr) €75.00, children (0-2 yrs) €12.00.
  • The price includes sea trips Kasnäs-Örö-Bengtskär-Kasnäs, guided tours, and meals at Örö and Bengtskär, as well as coffee and pastry on board.


You can book your boat trip direct from the webstore!


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M/S Sissel

80 pax, built in Norway 1994

Traffic area Finland

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Service speed 14 knots


M/S Idun

135 pax, built in Norway 1989

Traffic area Finland

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Service speed 10 knots


M/S Minandra

40 pax, built in Finland 1989

Traffic area Finland

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Service speed 14 knots


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