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

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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!

Cruise with two destinations!

The Archipelago Sights Route

Daily departures JUN 1st - AUG 31st 2024

In the Rosala Viking Centre you can experience Finland living the end of its Iron Age, the mythical Viking Age. 

Bengtskär is the tallest lighthouse in Scandinavia, and its massive stone walls have witnessed some of the most dramatic events in Finland’s history. On climbing the tower and reaching the top, you’re awarded with a stunning view of the sea.

Daily tours from June 1st to Aug 31st 2024.

Departure from Kasnäs via Rosala every day at 10.30. Duration approximately 6,5-7 hours.

The cruise price is from 74 € / person, half price for children 4-14 years. Price includes boat transport, entrance fees, guiding and lunch (traditional fish soup, archipelago bread and coffee/tea) at the Viking Centre and guiding at Bengtskär.

You can also book the cruise from Rosala island. The price is from 53 € / person including boat transfer from Rosala and guiding at the lighthouse.

Bengtskär harbour live webcam

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Hotel Bengtskär - an unique experience

In the evening the island becomes a quiet oasis. Unwind on the smooth granite cliffs and enjoy the silence. The open sea and nature paints a landscape to remember. The soft steam of the wood-fired sauna embraces you. The bravest will take a dip in the sea.

The highlight of the evening is the dinner around a table of local delicacies. The sea air will lull you to sleep.

All the seven hotel rooms in Bengtskär lighthouse were previously part of the lighthouse keepers’ homes and have spectacular sea view.

Full board

The full board includes a return boat trip with other travelers from Kasnäs, guiding, meals, accommodation in the lighthouse in a private room and evening sauna.