Your adventure begins at Skärgårdens Kanotcenter, where you’ll meet your guide and take part in a safety briefing. Your guide will help you to make some adjustments to the kayak if needed, and will also discuss the route. Once you’re familiar with the basic paddling and safety techniques, it's time to hop into your sea kayak to explore the winter archipelago from the perspective of the water. Follow your guide as you explore the beauty of Vaxholm and admire typical Swedish architecture. With its famous fortress that was used to defend Stockholm and traditional fishing cottages in the harbor, it's the perfect place to get the full archipelago experience. On the other side you'll find one of Stockholm's largest nature reserves. Whilst kayaking and exploring the islands from the water, listen to local stories about the area, which was once home to Vikings over 1,000 years ago. Soak up the scenic winter views and feel immersed in the tranquility, despite being just 30-minutes from Stockholm. At the end of an unforgettable experience, it’s time to begin the journey back to the starting point, admiring the last of the views along the way before warming up over a cup of coffee.

The adventure begins at Skärgårdens Kanotcenter, where you’ll meet your kayaking guide and take part in a short safety briefing. Once you’re familiar with the basic paddling and safety rules, it's time to hop into your sea kayak and explore the archipelago from the perspective of the water. Follow your guide as you paddle around islands, admire typical picturesque wooden cottages and explore the beauty of Vaxholm. With its famous fortress, it's the perfect place to get the full archipelago experience. Immerse yourself in the spectacular natural environment, despite being just 30-minutes from Stockholm. After we’ve done some work out, it’s time to enjoy a "fika" on an island, also known as the Swedish coffee break… and perhaps a dip in the Baltic sea for those who wish. Returning to the water, watch out for local wildlife like beavers and coastal birds, making the experience even more magical. At the end of an unforgettable experience, it’s time to begin the journey back to the starting point, admiring the last of the views along the way. After kayaking, there is the opportunity to book sauna to add a little luxury to the experience. Contact us ahead.

Discover Stockholm Archipelago the way it's meant to be discovered - glide along in your kayak in the glow of the sunset light. Perfect and relaxing activity for the end of the day! Your guide will meet you at the kayak center. After the safety briefing and gearing up, we'll jump into our kayaks to explore the archipelago and the nearest nature reserve Bogesund with amazing farms and forests where Vikings were living about 1,000 years ago. We go kayaking in the nearby waters to enjoy the calm and relaxing evening filled with all the wonderful scents of nature. The pace for these tours is a little slower than our normal 4-hour Archipelago Kayak Tour. While the setting sun is the main draw of this tour, wildlife viewing is always on our agenda so we will try to spot native wildlife including beavers, roe deers and coastal birds. The biggest advantage to the sunset kayak tour is definitely the quiet waters. Fewer boats are out at this time of day. Immerse yourself in the spectacular natural environment, despite being just 30-minutes from Stockholm. After kayaking, there is the opportunity to rent a sauna to add a little luxury to the experience. Contact us ahead.

Explore archipelago with your kids. Fun and adventure for the whole family. Be ready for a splash! Spend time together with your family exploring the islands and waterways of the stunning Bogesund Nature Reserve. We stay in the protected waters and will try to spot the varied wildlife along the way. Often stopping on one of the nearest islands for fika and swimming, the Family 3 Hour Paddling Tour is fun for everyone! The adventure begins at Skärgårdens Kanotcenter, where you’ll meet your kayaking guide and take part in a short safety briefing. Your guide will help you to make some adjustments to the kayak if needed and will discuss the route. Once you’re familiar with the basic paddling and safety techniques, it's time to hop into your kayak and explore the archipelago from the perspective of the water. The private tour will allow your family to paddle at your own pace, explore what you’re excited about, and not worry about keeping up with the group. Our kayaks and equipment fits all ages and skills. We usually paddle double kayaks so kids will be sharing kayaks with adults. Once you’ve worked up a bit of an appetite, find the perfect spot for a rest and enjoy a typical Swedish 'fika,' also known as a coffee break. You are also more than welcome to bring a swimsuit for a Baltic dip if you wish. After the break, head back onto the water and watch out for the reserve’s array of native wildlife including beavers and coastal birds. At the end of an unforgettable experience, it’s time to begin the journey back to the starting point, admiring the last of the views along the way.