Finnish Archipelago

There are countless islands of all sizes off the coast of Finland, it is said there are 179,584 islands that belong to Finland.

There are countless islands of all sizes off the coast of Finland, it is said there are 179,584 islands that belong to Finland. However, it remains unclear whether this number included the 98,050 islands which are located inside the country’s countless lakes.

The four principal archipelagos of Finland are the Kotka archipelago, the Helsinki archipelago, the Kvarken archipelago and the Archipelago sea.

The Kotka archipelago consists of around 400 islands including the Gulf of Finland National Park that counts 100 islands.

The Helsinki archipelago is surrounded by the see on three fronts and counts over 300 islands. Suomenlinna is the most famous one.

The Kvarken archipelago is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2006. It is also the first national heritage site of the country.

The archipelago sea which is located in the Baltic Sea and has the largest number of islands in it.

Nearby flights

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Helsinki lighthouse helicopter flight

Airport Helsinki-Vantaa

The Bengtskär lighthouse. The tour itself takes around 45 minutes, which may not seem like a very long time but we assure you, it is plenty to leave you breathless. During this tour we will fly you out to the remote island, providing you with a stunning areal view of the Nordics when we pass the many islands and highlights of the archipelago before reaching the lighthouse. Like the Suomenlinna Fortress and Helsinki Cathedral. And if you are lucky you may even spot some wild seals that can often be found sunbathing on the rocks near the lighthouse.

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Helsinki archipelago sunset helicopter flight

Airport Helsinki-Vantaa

This spectacular sunset flight lets you enjoy the city and the Nordic view with its countless islands. To make the experience even more memorable, you can enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling or other refreshments during the flight while you experience a view like no other. And if you are lucky, you may even be able to spot some seals along the way!

30 minutes

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Helsinki helicopter flight

Airport Helsinki-Vantaa

An absolutely breathtaking way to behold the city and its surrounding highlights from above. The Helsinki helicopter flight will take you over fancy neighbourhoods, the archipelago, and natural forests that are hard to reach on foot during a shorter stay. Sit back, relax and sip a complimentary glass of champagne while you take in all the magnificent sights in a single flight and experience the best Helsinki has to offer. This tour is well-loved by the locals for the beautiful scenery, is available year-round and will leave you more time to explore the beautiful city itself.