Meet the Originals
The local guides and storytellers behind Helsinki Originals. Real people sharing authentic Finnish culture.
Robert - Captain & Guide, Helsinki Odyssey
Robert knows Helsinki's archipelago like the back of his hand. As captain of Helsinki Odyssey, he takes visitors on private and small-group boat tours through islands that shaped Finland's history - sharing stories you won't find in any guidebook.
Kiia - Nature Guide, Taiga Times
Kiia leads guests into the heart of Finnish nature - national park hikes, berry picking, mushroom foraging, and campfire evenings under ancient trees. With Taiga Times, she turns the wilderness into an experience of quiet wonder.
Max - Local Culture Guide, ProSocial
Max walks Helsinki's streets with the eye of a local and the warmth of a friend. From the city's best Finnish pastries to hidden vintage treasures, his walking tours reveal a Helsinki most visitors never see.
Riku - Cycling Guide, HELtours
Riku believes the best way to experience Helsinki is on two wheels. His bike tours weave through neighbourhoods, waterfronts, and parks - revealing the rhythm of everyday Finnish life at the perfect pace.