Boat trips from Kotka – departing from Sapokka
Head out on a boat trip from central Kotka. From Sapokka, the fortress islands are a short ride away, and a day trip takes you to the outer archipelago, such as Haapasaari and Ulko-Tammio. This page lists travel times to 8 destinations and information about the departure harbour.
Departure harbour Sapokka
- Location
- Sapokka guest harbour on the southern shore of central Kotka in Sapokanlahti bay, close to the Maretarium and the town centre.
- Harbour
- The guest harbour has a café and a restaurant. Check the harbour's services and opening hours on its own website.
- Rental boat
- You can find rental boats in the area on Friilo. Pickup, key handover and the boat's exact berth are agreed with the boat owner when you book.
- Refuelling
- Refuelling and return practices vary from boat to boat, so agree on them with the boat owner.
Travel times from Sapokka
Travel times and distances from Sapokka to the destinations, one way. The trip guides tell you more about the harbours, services and sights at each destination.
Under 1 hour
| Destination | Travel time | Distance | Fuel, round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varissaari | approx. 10 min | 1 nm | approx. 2 l |
| Lehmäsaari | approx. 20 min | 3 nm | approx. 5 l |
| Kirkonmaa | approx. 25 min | 4 nm | approx. 7 l |
| Rankki | approx. 25 min | 6 nm | approx. 10 l |
| Kaunissaari (Pyhtää) | approx. 30 min | 10 nm | approx. 17 l |
| Hamina | approx. 35 min | 11 nm | approx. 21 l |
| Haapasaari | approx. 50 min | 14 nm | approx. 26 l |
| Ulko-Tammio | approx. 55 min | 19 nm | approx. 35 l |
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.
Travel times are calculated at a cruising speed of 25 knots and include the slower sections of the route. The fuel estimate is based on a consumption of 0.9 l/nm. Actual consumption depends on the boat, the weather, load and driving style.
Rent a boat in Kotka
We do not have a boat of our own on the Gulf of Finland. You can find rental boats in the area on Friilo, where you can compare boats, prices and availability. Travel times and fuel estimates are indicative and based on a cruising speed of 25 knots and a consumption of 0.9 l/nm.
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