RedRib Helsinki Speedboat Tour

About this experience

RedRib Helsinki Speedboat Tour This ticket secures your place on the RedRib Helsinki Speedboat Tour, a 90-minute guided ride combining high-speed thrills with Helsinki's maritime heritage. Your guide leads the group aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB), cutting through the Baltic waters at pace and delivering unobstructed views of the Finnish capital's archipelago, historic fortifications, and modern landmarks that are simply not visible from land. Departing from Helsinki Harbour, the guide takes you past the UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna sea fortress spanning multiple islands, past the illuminated Silo 648 light-art installation, and alongside the massive icebreaker ships that keep Baltic trade routes open through winter. The tour concludes at Sompasauna, Helsinki's famous public sauna on the waterfront, where guests can experience authentic Finnish sauna culture firsthand. This guided speedboat adventure suits those seeking an alternative to walking tours, combining outdoor excitement with cultural stops. The fast-paced ride and mixed-gender sauna facilities make it more suitable for adults and older children comfortable with maritime conditions. What is Included 90-minute guided ride on a rigid inflatable boat All necessary safety and inshore gear Professional guide providing historical context throughout Stop at Suomenlinna sea fortress viewpoint Visit to Silo 648 light-art installation Access to Sompasauna public sauna facility Good to Know The tour lasts approximately 1 hour 30 minutes departing from Helsinki Harbour. Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure and bring photo ID for ticket validation. All safety equipment is provided by the host, but wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed shoes as the ride can be bumpy. If you plan to use the sauna, bring swimwear and a towel. The Sompasauna operates on Finnish sauna traditions with mixed-gender facilities and minimal changing areas. No food or drinks are included, so bring your own refreshments if needed. This experience may not suit guests with limited mobility due to the nature of the speedboat ride and sauna access. Weather conditions can affect the tour, and the operator will advise on any necessary changes. For those interested in exploring Helsinki's maritime heritage further, consider the Suomenlinna Fortress guided tour for a deeper dive into this UNESCO site, or the Helsinki archipelago sightseeing cruise for a more leisurely water-based exploration of the Finnish capital's stunning coastline. Vehicles are not sold through this listing. Any vehicle used during the experience is supplied by the operator and returned at the end.

Highlights

• Skim Baltic waters on a rigid inflatable boat at full speed
• 90-minute open-water tour departing from Helsinki Harbour
• Pass the UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna sea fortress at close range
• See Helsinki's historic archipelago and fortifications from the water
• Catch unobstructed views of city landmarks impossible from land

What is included

• Full-throttle cruise on a RedRib boat along the Helsinki coastline
• View of Suomenlinna sea fortress from the water
• Stop at the award-winning light-art installation, Silo 648
• See icebreaker ships docked in Helsinki Harbour
• Experience a Sompasauna (a pop-up sauna)
• Inshore gear

Not included

• Food & drinks

Before you go

Tour may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility Wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed shoes Bring swimwear if you wish to use the sauna Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure Photo ID may be required for ticket validation

Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 72 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 72 hours before your visit.