Skill Level
Suitable for Beginners Kayakers
Duration
4 days / 3 overnights
Route Highlights
Charming Café & Tavern Delights on Gallnö, Bathing Cliffs Sloping into the Sea, 3 Unique Nature Reserves
Included
Fully Equipped Kayak
Complete Wild Camping Gear
Start your unforgettable adventure with us taking care of all your needs except for cooking. With top-notch expedition kayaks, spacious tents, snug sleeping bags, and premium Trangia outdoor stoves, we equip you for an extraordinary journey.
Join us on this extraordinary adventure, where the Stockholm Archipelago becomes not just a destination, but a journey of the soul.
Glide along in your kayak and discover the magical world of 30,000 islands. At the end of the day, find your own island to make it home for the night.
You do the food, we do all the rest. Quality and roomy expedition kayaks, wonderful tents, warm sleeping bags, best Trangia outdoor stoves and cooking gear. We provide everything you need for your unforgettable adventure. Choose the date and length of the trip. When you arrive you will be provided with equipment. After safety and navigation briefing, the adventure is all yours.
The Stockholm Archipelago – or in Swedish ‘skärgården’ – is a unique world of some 30,000 islands and skerries that begins just 30 minutes away from Stockholm city centre. It is a perfect place for island-hopping and kayaking trips with overnight.
Among these islands, you’ll discover charming cafes, restaurants, and even public saunas, adding to the archipelago’s allure. Grinda is known for its charming nature and beautiful beaches, while Gällnö offers picturesque landscapes and traditional Swedish summer cottages. Explore Möja’s numerous hiking trails and scenic views, or venture to Husarö, where you can even spot a shipwreck visible from a kayak. For those seeking tranquility, our canoes provide access to the inner parts of the archipelago and the beauty of Bogesund Nature Reserve.
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Frequently asked questions
Outdoor clothes should be chosen based on the weather forecast. Avoid cotton and opt for quick-drying fabrics or merino wool instead. Quick-dry hiking pants or shorts, a thermal top, and wet shoes or sandals with proper straps (shoes you don’t mind getting wet) are recommended. Make sure to pack a fleece too, just in case it gets chilly later in the day.
In the event of rain or bad weather during your self-guided adventure, it’s essential to prioritize safety while waiting for the weather to clear. Remember to pack appropriate outdoor clothing to stay warm and dry. In Sweden, we believe there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes, so be prepared for any conditions. While thunderstorms are rare and usually pass quickly, it’s a good idea to bring along a book or cards to pass the time.
Absolutely! Our part of the archipelago is beginner-friendly, with calm waters and sheltered conditions. It’s not open sea with strong currents, so you can choose an easy route. We recommend going in groups of at least two for safety, and our double kayaks are particularly easy to handle, even for first-timers.
Our kayak center is easily accessible and affordable via public transportation, with the bus stop located just 100 meters away. We highly recommend arriving by bus and returning by ferry for a scenic and enjoyable journey.
To reach us, take the T14 subway line towards Mörby Centrum. Upon arrival at Danderyds sjukhus station, transfer to bus 670, which stops at the Engarn station, a short walk from our center. For more detailed information, including schedules and routes, please visit the waxholmsbolaget.se website. Tickets for the subway and bus can be purchased at sl.se.
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We offer storage space for your personal items and luggage. Additionally, we provide a dry bag for essentials like your phone, towel, and swimsuit to bring along on the trip.
Skärgårdens Kanotcenter
Resarövägen 10, 185 51 Vaxholm, Sweden
Email: info@kanotcenter.com
Phone: +46 8 541 377 90
Guided tours: all year round
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