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Stockholm Archipelago Full-Day Kayak Tour with Lunch
Spot wildlife near Vaxholm on a small group adventure, featuring fika, a BBQ meal, and a local guide
6 h 30 min
Max 10 Guests
What's included
Expert English-speaking guide
Guided kayak tour
Kayak and paddle equipment
Outdoor BBQ lunch and Swedish fika break
Digital photo package
Guide tips
Pick-up and drop-off from Stockholm
Itinerary
Meet your guide at the Kayak Center
Meet your guide at Skärgårdens Kanotcenter on Resarö, located just outside the town of Vaxholm. You will receive a welcome briefing covering the day's route and conditions.
Paddling practice
Receive a paddling introduction on land, focusing on proper techniques. Then practice maneuvering near the shore before heading into the archipelago with your guide. While novice-friendly, a little prior kayaking experience is recommended for this adventure.
Kayaking the Archipelago
Head out into the vast Stockholm Archipelago, paddling through sheltered bays, scenic narrow passages, and open water stretches. You will cover approximately 10-15 km (6-9 miles), while passing traditional waterfront cottages and the historic Vaxholm Fortress.
Wildlife spotting and fika break
Continue the journey, searching for Baltic Sea wildlife, including seals, oystercatchers, and white-tailed eagles or ospreys. Then take a short, fika break—a traditional Swedish moment for coffee and a sweet snack—on the water or a nearby island.
Island lunch
Pull up to a remote island for an extended stop, where your guide will prepare a satisfying BBQ-style lunch for the group. Use this longer break to explore the island on foot, take a swim in the sea, or relax and take in the nature around you.
Your tour ends at the Kayak Center
After lunch, paddle back toward the kayak center, typically following a different route to maximize your views of the surrounding scenery and increase your chances of spotting wildlife. Your tour finishes back at Skärgårdens Kanotcenter.
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Sun, 13 Sep 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Good to know:
Accessibility: This tour involves paddling a kayak and requires a moderate level of physical fitness and the ability to swim. It is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.
Age Requirement: Guests must be 16 or older to join this tour.
Physical Limits: Guests must not exceed a maximum weight of 120kg or 265lbs for the tour.
Please Note: This tour is novice-friendly, but some prior kayaking experience is recommended, especially for longer distances and windy conditions.
Weather Advisory: We paddle in light rain, but if conditions are unsafe, we will offer to reschedule your tour or provide a full refund. Waterproof jackets are provided.
Kayak Capacity: The tour primarily uses stable two-person kayaks. Solo travelers may be paired up or, if experienced, may be given a one-person kayak.
Check-in: Arrive fifteen minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 6.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
High-quality two-person kayaks and paddling gear
Paddling jacket for warmth & waterproof dry bag
Bottled water
Swedish fika (coffee and pastry)
Outdoor BBQ-style lunch grilled on an island
Photo package from the tour guide
10 to 15 km (6 to 9 miles) of kayaking
Maximum group size of 8
What to bring:
Comfortable outdoor clothes suitable for the weather forecast
Swimsuit and towel (for swim break)
Sun protection, such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
Wet shoes or sport sandals with straps