Rent a Buster Magnum for the Turku archipelago. Departures from Hovirinta in Kaarina and Särkänsalmi in Naantali.
From €149 per day + fuel. See prices
We rent out a Buster Magnum motorboat for as long as you need, from a single day to longer rentals. The Buster Magnum is a spacious and stable aluminium boat for day trips and longer outings in the archipelago. The boat is a 1999 model and was fully refurbished over the winter of 2025–2026. It is powered by a new Tohatsu 140 hp outboard.
Relaxed time together, a new island to explore or a whole day at sea. Choose a trip that suits you and leave time to enjoy the destination too.
Spend a day for two at the old fishing homestead on Brännskär. Walk the island's nature trail, stop at Café Salve and take some smoked fish home.
Take the family to Gullkrona to explore the troll trail, and pick up an Explorer's Passport for the Kalakamut expedition for the children at the harbour office. Gullkrona was chosen as Guest Harbour of the Year 2022.
Set aside a whole day and head for the Byviken natural harbour in the middle of the national park. Swim in the clear Lake Insjön, walk the nature trail and stop at the homestead café.
Trip guides
Explore destinations in the archipelago and find tips for your day there. The trip guides give you ideas for sights, food stops and relaxed time together.
Archipelago Sea trip guides from nearest to farthest.
A family day on the island, time outdoors together and a pizza break.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 40 min · From Hovirinta approx. 50 min
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The history of a leprosy and mental hospital, protected archipelago nature and day visits free of harbour fees.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 45 min · From Hovirinta approx. 55 min
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A harbour day in an archipelago village: free day berths, lunch by the water, a medieval church and a maritime museum.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 50 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 05 min
Photo: Lotta Tamminen.
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A beach day on the sand: swimming, picnics and sunshine on both sides of a pine-covered isthmus.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 55 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 05 min
General boat trip illustration. The photo was not taken at the destination.
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An old mining island, a clear quarry lake and landing on a natural shore.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 05 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 15 min
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A boat trip together, a nature and troll trail, and time for the children's own discoveries.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 05 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 15 min
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An unhurried island day on an old fishing homestead: a nature trail, a café, smoked fish and sea views.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 10 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 15 min
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The atmosphere of an old archipelago farm, a nature trail and views at the edge of the outer archipelago.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 15 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 25 min
Photo: VisitPargas.
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A whole day at sea: exhibitions at the Archipelago Centre, a children's science lab, lunch and refuelling in Korppoo.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 25 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 35 min
Photo: Janika Mattila.
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A whole day at sea: a church-village guest harbour, an early 18th-century wooden church, an archipelago museum and a bike ride on the island.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 25 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 35 min
Photo: Chris Alfthan / CATTB.
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A whole day at sea: two guest harbours, pizza, Thai food, a café with home-made cakes and a 19th-century church.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 25 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 35 min
Photo: Jarina Leskinen.
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A family harbour day in Kustavi: a sheltered guest harbour, a restaurant with a terrace, a playground, mini golf and disc golf.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 25 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 35 min
Photo: Juha Karikoski.
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A full day in the Kustavi archipelago: a sheltered guest harbour, a restaurant, shore saunas and round-the-clock refuelling.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 30 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 45 min
Photo: Chris Alfthan / CATTB.
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A whole day in the outer archipelago: an old farming village, an 18th-century chapel, a café in the old school and refuelling in the harbour.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 35 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 45 min
Photo: Fred Sundén / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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A marine station next to the Åland ferry pier: a café, a restaurant, a sauna and refuelling.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 35 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 50 min
Photo: J Hokkanen / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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An old fishing homestead in the national park: a free fishing exhibition, nature trails and heritage landscapes.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 40 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 45 min
Photo: Jetro Luhtaa.
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A whole day in the outer archipelago: an award-winning guest harbour, a bistro café, saunas and nature trails at an old coast guard station.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 40 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 50 min
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A whole day in the outer archipelago: an island of fiddlers, a fish shop and café, a wood-heated sauna, a nature trail and a white church.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 40 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 50 min
Photo: Eva Sjöman.
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A national park natural harbour: snorkelling on an underwater nature trail, a walking trail to viewpoint rocks and a picnic.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 40 min · From Hovirinta approx. 1 h 50 min
General boat trip illustration. The photo was not taken at the destination.
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A national park heritage landscape: a three-kilometre nature trail, wooded meadows and a picnic day with your own supplies.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 45 min · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h
Photo: Jetro Luhtaa.
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A pilot village in the Hitis archipelago: three guest harbours, Farmors Café's cakes, a museum and beaches.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 45 min · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h
Photo: Johan Fredriksson / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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A popular natural harbour, a clear inland lake for swimming and a summer café on the old farm in the national park.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 50 min · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h
Photo: Marko Lehtinen.
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A fortress island in the Bothnian Sea National Park: tsarist-era gun batteries, marked trails, a harbour café and saunas.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 50 min · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h
Photo: Juha Karikoski.
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A service harbour at the southern tip of Kimitoön: refuelling around the clock, a restaurant, a spa and a village shop.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 1 h 50 min · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h 05 min
Photo: Andrei Niemimäki / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0.
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A long trip for a fine-weather day: the heather heaths of a ridge island, a cultural trail, a 19th-century chapel and a bird migration route.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 2 h · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h 05 min
Photo: Jarina Leskinen / VisitPargas.
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A Viking day in the Hitis archipelago: the Viking village, two Viking ships, archery and lunch next to the village harbour.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 2 h · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h 15 min
Photo: Roni Tamminen.
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A fishing village in the outer archipelago: the Strandhugget summer café, a seafarers' chapel, a nature trail and a sandy beach.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 2 h · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h 15 min
Photo: Tappinen / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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A historic ironworks village: a full-service guest harbour in the middle of the village, restaurants, a market square, the ironworks museum and refuelling.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 2 h · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h 15 min
Photo: DB Marina.
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A long trip for a fine-weather day: Finland's oldest working lighthouse, the history of pilots and a fortress, and rugged outer-archipelago nature.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 2 h 05 min · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h 20 min
Photo: Lotta Tamminen / Visit Pargas.
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A fortress island in the Archipelago National Park: tsarist-era guns, nature trails, two restaurants and an award-winning guest harbour.
From Särkänsalmi approx. 2 h 10 min · From Hovirinta approx. 2 h 20 min
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Weather forecast: Finnish Meteorological Institute, Airisto (Rajakari sector light), daytime 9 am–6 pm.
The fuel estimate is based on a consumption of 0.75 l/nm. Actual consumption depends on the weather, load and driving style.
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Travel times are estimates without stops and depend on the conditions. The round-trip fuel estimate assumes you return the same way. Also allow time for the destination itself and for the boat handover and safety briefing of approx. 30 minutes at the start of the rental.
A family day on the island, a pizza break or the steam of a wood-heated sauna. Book the Maisa or Villa sauna directly from the island's operator and combine your trip with a meal together.
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The reviews were written in Finnish. We have translated them into English.
Everything went well from start to finish. The handover and return of the boat, including the briefing, went smoothly and on the agreed schedule. The boat itself was really good to drive, very well equipped and in really tidy condition. A successful rental in every way. Thanks again!
Translated from Finnish
Kaikki sujui hienosti alusta loppuun. Veneen luovutus ja palautus opastuksineen hoituivat sujuvasti ja sovitussa aikataulussa. Itse vene oli todella hyvä ajaa, erittäin hyvin varusteltu ja todella siistissä kunnossa. Kaikin puolin onnistunut vuokraus. Kiitos vielä!
Marko
Friilo
The rental went really well in every respect, the boat was in really tidy condition and the new 140 hp Tohatsu moved the boat nicely. I can recommend Rami and the Buster to everyone!
Translated from Finnish
Vuokraus meni todella hienosti kaikilta osin, vene todella siistissä kunnossa ja uusi 140hv tohatsu liikutti venettä hienosti. Voin suositella Ramia ja Busteria kaikille!
Jeremias
Friilo
A boat that glides beautifully and runs economically, and its automatic trim makes the journey unusually pleasant. One of the best Buster Magnum experiences, even though I have driven newer models too. A beautifully restored and tidy boat. Probably better now than when it was new.
Translated from Finnish
Hienosti liukuva ja taloudellinen vene, jonka automaattitrimmi tekee matkanteosta harvinaisen miellyttävää. Yksi parhaista Buster Magnum -kokemuksista, vaikka olen uudempiakin malleja ajanut. Hienosti kunnostettu ja siisti vene. Luultavasti nyt parempi kuin uutena.
Matti
Friilo
Hi, I'm Rami, the private boat owner behind ArchipelagoBoats.
To me, the Turku archipelago is one of the most beautiful places in the world. On this website, I want to show what the archipelago has to offer and bring together destinations, route ideas and practical tips in one place. I hope they inspire you to get out on the water and find some new favourite places too.
I rent out the Buster Magnum mainly from Hovirinta in Kaarina and Särkänsalmi in Naantali. Other departure points can also be arranged separately.
I hope you find ideas for planning your own day – whether you have in mind a family island adventure, a getaway for two or a day out with friends. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me directly.
See you on the water!
Rami
The tablet shown in the photo is not included in the rental; the tablet holder is.
June–August
€179 / day
Monday–Friday
We agree on handover and return times flexibly when you book.
€219 / day
Saturday or Sunday
We agree on handover and return times flexibly when you book.
€1,113 / week
(€159 / day)
For example, Monday to Sunday
We agree on handover and return times flexibly when you book.
September–May
€149 / day
Monday–Friday
We agree on handover and return times flexibly when you book.
€179 / day
Saturday or Sunday
We agree on handover and return times flexibly when you book.
€945 / week
(€135 / day)
For example, Monday to Sunday
We agree on handover and return times flexibly when you book.
Check the price and availability for your dates on Friilo.
The price includes use of the boat and a boat handover and safety briefing of approx. 30 minutes at the start of the rental. The boat has rental boat insurance with an excess of €1,000 (€1,100 when charged through Friilo). Fuel is not included in the rental price. Delivery to other locations is agreed and priced separately.
The final price for your dates is shown on Friilo.
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Make your booking and pay for the rental on Friilo.
Pick up the boat at the agreed place. We go through the boat and its equipment together in a handover and safety briefing of approx. 30 minutes.
The boat is primarily handed over ready in the water at Hovirinta in Kaarina or Särkänsalmi in Naantali. We agree on handover and return times flexibly when you book. Delivery to other locations is also possible by separate agreement and for an extra fee. Ask about delivery and its price before booking. The exact meeting point is agreed in advance. The boat is returned to the same place unless otherwise agreed.
The boat can be rented from when the ice breaks up in spring until the ice returns, weather and ice conditions permitting. Check availability on Friilo.
The boat can also be handed over on a trailer by separate agreement. We use a Majava 1500 trailer. The driver must hold a driving licence that covers the specific car and trailer combination, and the weight limits of the towing vehicle and the combination must be sufficient for the transport. Agree on the trailer rental, and on checking that your vehicle is suitable, before booking.
The boat is handed over with a full tank and should, as a rule, be returned with a full tank. The fuel is 98E5 petrol. If you cannot refuel before returning the boat, you can agree with us on a refuelling service. In that case, the fuel costs are charged based on the actual refuelling and the receipt, for example via MobilePay. No separate fee is charged for the refuelling service.
Return the boat tidy, as it was when you received it. Take your own belongings and rubbish with you, wipe off any stains and put the equipment back in place. Cleaning cloths are provided on board. No separate washing is required. If the boat is returned without cleaning, cleaning is charged at €50/h.
The renter must be at least 25 years old and have previous experience of handling a motorboat. The renter acts as the skipper of the boat and is responsible for it throughout the rental. Whoever drives the boat must always be sober: our alcohol limit is zero. Any other drivers must be agreed with us in advance.
The boat has insurance that covers rental use, and the renter's excess for damage is €1,000 (€1,100 when charged through Friilo). If the weather prevents safe boating, we agree on a new date or refund the boat rental in full. Cancellation is free of charge at least 7 days before the rental starts.
Read the full rental terms →The renter must be at least 25 years old and have previous experience of handling a motorboat. The renter acts as the skipper of the boat and is responsible for it throughout the rental. Any other drivers must be agreed with us in advance.
Our rule applies to anyone operating the boat: whoever drives the boat must stay at zero alcohol for the whole rental, including the trip back. The toast waits until the boat is moored and isn't going anywhere.
Up to 8 people, including the skipper.
The boat can be rented from when the ice breaks up in spring until the ice returns, weather and ice conditions permitting. Check availability and the price for your dates on Friilo.
The boat is primarily handed over ready in the water at Hovirinta in Kaarina or Särkänsalmi in Naantali. We agree on handover and return times flexibly when you book. The exact meeting point is agreed in advance. At the start of the rental, we go through the boat and its equipment together – a handover and safety briefing of approx. 30 minutes is included in the rental time. The briefing is given in Finnish or English. The boat is returned to the same place unless otherwise agreed.
Delivery to other locations is also possible by separate agreement and for an extra fee. Ask about delivery and its price before booking.
Yes, the boat can also be handed over on a trailer by separate agreement. We use a Majava 1500 trailer. The driver must hold a driving licence that covers the specific car and trailer combination, and the permitted towing weights of the vehicle and the weight limits of the combination must be sufficient for the transport. We also check that the tow bar and the electrical connection are compatible. The trailer has a 13-pin electrical connector. Agree on the trailer rental, and on checking that your vehicle is suitable, before booking.
We assess the weather together with you before the rental. If we consider that safe boating in the agreed area is not possible, we can agree on a new date, or we refund the rental you have paid in full through Friilo, without deductions or handling fees. You can find the detailed terms in the Weather and cancellations section.
Yes. The share of the boat rental payable is 0 % at least 7 days before the start, 50 % less than 7 days but at least 48 hours before, and 100 % less than 48 hours before or if you do not show up. Changing the date requires our approval and an available date. Refunds are handled through Friilo, and no handling fee is charged. You can find the detailed terms in the Weather and cancellations section.
Fuel is not included in the rental price. The boat is handed over with a full tank and should, as a rule, be returned with a full tank. The fuel is 98E5 petrol.
Yes, as a rule the boat is returned with a full tank. If you cannot refuel, you can agree with us on a refuelling service. In that case, the fuel costs are charged based on the actual refuelling and the receipt, for example via MobilePay. No separate fee is charged for the refuelling service.
Return the boat tidy, as it was when you received it. Take your own belongings and rubbish with you, wipe off any stains and put the equipment back in place. Cleaning cloths are provided on board. No separate washing is required. If the boat is returned without cleaning, cleaning is charged at €50/h.
The boat has rental boat insurance with an excess of €1,000. If the excess is charged for damage, it is charged through Friilo, and Friilo adds a 10 % collection fee, making the total €1,100. Compensation for damage and the renter's liability are determined by the insurance terms and the rental agreement.
Canopy, swim ladder, anchor with a 30 m line, mooring lines, fenders, deck lights, 12 V sockets, USB-C charging points, a tablet holder (tablet not included) and a Simrad GO7 chartplotter with side-scan sonar. Safety equipment on board includes life jackets for eight people (sizes from baby to adult), a lifebuoy with a light, navigation lights, a first aid kit, two fire extinguishers, an LED hand flare, paper chart series D, a boat hook, a paddle and a bailer. Water skis can be rented separately.
If there is a technical fault, call us on +358 44 500 5023 and we will agree on what to do. In an emergency, call 112, primarily with the 112 Suomi app, which passes your location on to the rescue authorities, or call the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre directly on +358 294 1000. We also go through what to do in the handover briefing.
Rami Erholm You can contact us by email or phone. Bookings are made on Friilo.
Pick a day and set off on your own archipelago trip.
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