Open water or with ice. Try to float in ice cold water staying warm and dry in complete silence.
In Helsinki, nature is never far away.
Enjoy the silent environment in downtown Helsinki.
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Redrib Survival Suit Experience

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Helsinki, Finland
Adventure ToursWater ActivitiesNature Tours

About this activity

Experience the unique sensation of floating effortlessly in Helsinki's waters while staying completely warm and dry in a specialized survival suit. This hands-on activity adapts to seasonal conditions—focusing on rescue techniques and open-water skills in summer, or ice behavior and winter survival in colder months.

In the heart of Helsinki, try how it feels floating around in the water staying completely warm and dry. 

This activity is always done in natural conditions and in the water.

In open water season we focus on the rescue at sea, relaxation and also survival techniques.

In ice conditions we focus on ice behavior, its effects and relaxation.

Relax, or jump around on floating ice rafts during the winter! You can come as you are in normal seasonal clothing to a on-shore location agreed. We provide you with everyhting you need for the float. 

Locations may vary due to weather and ice conditions, but are always updated prior to the event. We provide you with everyhting you need for the float. No prior swimming experience is required.

Highlights

  • ✓Float in open water or on winter ice without getting wet
  • ✓Learn practical rescue and survival techniques from local experts
  • ✓No swimming ability required; suitable for all confidence levels
  • ✓Small-group experience in natural Helsinki waterways
  • ✓Activity adapts to real seasonal and weather conditions

Insider tips

  • ★Arrive in comfortable seasonal clothing—the suit and all gear are provided, so you don't need to bring swimwear
  • ★In winter, jumping on floating ice is included; embrace the playful element for a memorable experience
  • ★Location is confirmed the day before based on ice/water conditions, so check your final briefing details
  • ★This is genuinely easier than it looks—buoyancy does the work, leaving you to relax and absorb the unusual sensation

Good to know

  • •Duration is 1.5 hours total; allow time for arrival and suit orientation before entering water
  • •All protective gear and survival suits are provided
  • •No prior swimming experience or water confidence required
  • •Exact meeting location varies by weather and ice conditions and is confirmed prior to your session
  • •Activity runs year-round with adapted focus (open-water rescuetech in summer; ice dynamics in winter)

Who it's for

Adventure seekers wanting an unusual water activity in Nordic conditionsNon-swimmers interested in experiencing water confidence in a safe, supported settingWinter enthusiasts curious about ice behavior and seasonal survival skillsSmall groups or solo travellers seeking an authentic, intimate Helsinki experience

Best time to visit

Winter offers the distinctive ice-floating experience (November–March), while summer (May–September) emphasizes rescue skills in open water. Visit early morning or late afternoon for calmer conditions and fewer crowds.

Frequently asked questions

From
€135
per person