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Stockholm Archipelago winter kayak tour with Swedish fika and sauna

This winter experience combines guided kayaking in the Stockholm Archipelago with a traditional Swedish fika and time to relax in a seaside sauna.

You can opt for the tour-only option and meet your guide at Skärgårdens Kanotcenter on Resarö, just outside Stockholm, or select the tour with pick-up option, which includes a transfer service from your accommodation in Stockholm.

After check-in, the staff will help you change into winter paddling gear. Your guide will then give a safety briefing and introduce the basic paddling techniques. You'll practise a few strokes on land before heading out onto the water.

Once on the water, you'll kayak through calm, icy channels surrounded by snow-covered islands. The route passes holiday cottages and shorelines, offering a different perspective on the archipelago in winter.

During the tour, you'll take a break to enjoy a traditional Swedish fika, including a warm drink and something sweet. Depending on the weather and route, this may take place on a quiet island or back at the kayak centre.

The activity ends with time in a wood-burning sauna by the sea. Between sauna sessions, you can choose to take a refreshing dip in the cold water, following a local winter tradition.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Stockholm
Duration: 4 hours
Language:English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour
e-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll join a guided winter kayaking experience through the icy waterways of the Stockholm Archipelago
  • There's a break during the tour to enjoy a traditional Swedish fika with a warm drink and something sweet
  • It's possible to choose between meeting your guide on Resarö or a transfer from your hotel in Stockholm
  • You can relax at the end of the activity in a wood‑burning seaside sauna, with optional cold‑water dips

Important to know

Know in advance:

  • The minimum age for this activity is 16
  • A minimum height of 150 cm and a maximum weight of 120 kg are required
  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
  • Swimming ability is required, but no prior kayaking experience is needed
  • You'll be provided with a drysuit, neoprene boots and paddling gloves to help keep you dry
  • Winter kayaking tours run in all weather conditions. In case of storms or strong winds that make paddling unsafe, you'll be offered the option to reschedule or receive a full refund

Remember to bring:

  • Warm thermal underwear, fleece or tights as mid‑layers, plus wool socks and a hat
  • A spare change of clothes in case you get wet
  • Sunglasses on sunny days

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Protective equipment
  • Kayak and paddle
  • Tour guide
  • Coffee or tea

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Meeting point:

Tour (without pick-up): meet your guide at the Skärgårdens kayak centre, located at Resarövägen 10, 185 51 Vaxholm, Sweden. Tour with pick-up: please arrange your pick-up time and location directly with the local partner. You'll find the contact details in your voucher after booking.


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