Why we love this tour
Spend two breathtaking days discovering the remote Stockholm archipelago by kayak. Explore the nature reserve and spend a night on a deserted island.
- 2 full days of kayaking
- Explore the wildest parts of the archipelago
- Stunning landscapes
- Learn about local wildlife
- Spend the night on a deserted island
- Enjoy food in the forest prepared on a campfire
What’s included
- 2-day kayaking adventure in the archipelago
- Professional and friendly guide
- All kayaking gear a kayak introduction course
- Food throughout the whole trip
- Transport for up to 8 people
- Camping Gear
- Your travel insurance
- Alcoholic drinks
- Sauna (needs pre-booking)
Pricing
Need to know before you go
What to bring:
- You should wear quick-drying cloth (wool or synthetics)
- A clothing layer for windy days and a raincoat
- Quick-drying shorts or tights with a swimsuit underneath (only recommended)
- Closed shoes, which can get wet (such as sneakers or water shoes), if you are used to be barefoot, you can also paddle without shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Extra set of clothing for the evening or in case you get wet
- Camera and a waterproof case (or plastic bag) for your phone, if you are planning to use it
- Camping equipment: tent, sleeping bag and may. Unless you rent them from us.
Children must be above 6 years when sharing a double kayak with an adult, and above 16 years when using a single kayak on a scheduled departure. For a private booking, there is no age limit.
No previous kayaking experience is required, we will show you everything you need to know for comfortable and safe paddling with a guide. However, as with any outdoor activity, you should have a reasonable level of physical fitness and confidence when moving into nature.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires minimum 2 people. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
It is possible to leave all your unnecessary belongings with us once we meet.
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
In case of a fire ban in the area, your guide won’t be allowed to light a fire in any place. He will prepare fresh wraps instead.
This experience requires suitable weather conditions. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
This experience requires minimum 2 people. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Cancellation
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before the event (overnight activity).
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True Nature SwedenWhy we love this tour
Spend two breathtaking days discovering the remote Stockholm archipelago by kayak. Explore the nature reserve and spend a night on a deserted island.
- 2 full days of kayaking
- Explore the wildest parts of the archipelago
- Stunning landscapes
- Learn about local wildlife
- Spend the night on a deserted island
- Enjoy food in the forest prepared on a campfire
Get up close and personal with Stockholm’s natural wonder of islets, islands, and rocks. While kayaking along the calm waters, you will fall in love with the natural wonder of the city.
Our voyage begins at 9:00 a.m. at our office, just 10 minutes south of Stockholm by metro. Here you meet your guide, collect the kayaks, and go through some basic techniques and safety before kicking off your paddling journey.
We travel through the 30,000 diverse islands featuring cliffs, forests, and typical Swedish red huts. Along the way, your guide narrates the area’s history and wildlife. A number of bird species may fly above us, such as the great cormorant migrating to their new home or sea eagles hunting for prey (don’t worry, they aim for smaller animals).
When our arms start to tire, we rest on a nice deserted island. Here we are rewarded with a tasty outdoor meal as we take some time to relax, accompanied only by the sounds of waves and singing birds. With our energy recharged, we head back to the sea.
In fair sea conditions, we can paddle to the nature reserve’s island of Kaston, a nesting area of grey seals. Hopefully, they pop their heads up to say hello!
At the end of the afternoon, we stop on another deserted island to set camp for the night. Over a nice campfire dinner, we take in the final treat of the day, a peaceful Swedish sunset.
In the morning, we enjoy a breakfast and a coffee, then pack up and hit the water for more sightseeing. This time on a different route, we meander through the wildest part of the Stockholm archipelago, every turn surprising you with a new show of beauty. With heads full of views and lungs full of fresh air, we head back to the meeting point and (reluctantly) return to civilization.
Need to know before you go
What to bring:
- You should wear quick-drying cloth (wool or synthetics)
- A clothing layer for windy days and a raincoat
- Quick-drying shorts or tights with a swimsuit underneath (only recommended)
- Closed shoes, which can get wet (such as sneakers or water shoes), if you are used to be barefoot, you can also paddle without shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Extra set of clothing for the evening or in case you get wet
- Camera and a waterproof case (or plastic bag) for your phone, if you are planning to use it
- Camping equipment: tent, sleeping bag and may. Unless you rent them from us.
Children must be above 6 years when sharing a double kayak with an adult, and above 16 years when using a single kayak on a scheduled departure. For a private booking, there is no age limit.
No previous kayaking experience is required, we will show you everything you need to know for comfortable and safe paddling with a guide. However, as with any outdoor activity, you should have a reasonable level of physical fitness and confidence when moving into nature.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires minimum 2 people. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
It is possible to leave all your unnecessary belongings with us once we meet.
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
In case of a fire ban in the area, your guide won’t be allowed to light a fire in any place. He will prepare fresh wraps instead.
This experience requires suitable weather conditions. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
This experience requires minimum 2 people. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Cancellation
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before the event (overnight activity).
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True Nature SwedenReviews for this provider
15 Mar 2023
4 Nov 2022
What a great experience! We went to a nature reserve in a minivan, hiked through the forest and enjoyed beautiful nature. We spotted many roe deers and hares on the way. Finally, at the end of the tour we were lucky enough to meet a giant moose! Unforgettable moment :). And the guide was amazing! So funny and knowledgable.
4 Nov 2022
Our first kayaking experience and it couldn't be better! Alex was an amazing guide who explained everything well. He also prepared lunch for us on an open fire in the middle of the day (highly appreciated the possibility of a vegan option!). Nature in Sweden is absolutely breathtaking, we enjoyed a full day on water and made a few breaks on little abondoned islands where we jumped into the water for a quick swim and hiked to a little rock for a view. I can only recommend this tour :).
7 Sep 2022
16 Jun 2022
4 Oct 2019
Great tour guide. Alex. Fantastic day seeing beautiful Sweden
27 Aug 2019
We had a fantastic day kayaking, our group were great and our guide was really friendly and helpful. The island we stopped on for food was picturesque and our cooked meal was delicious! If you like water and a fun time, I’d highly recommend this trip, well worth the money!
