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Stockholm: Kayaking Tour Around Vaxholm Archipelago with Fika
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95 Ratings
Östermalm
Discover Vaxholm’s hidden gems and wildlife on a kayaking tour through Stockholm’s stunning archipelago. Perfect for a day trip adventure.
Discover Vaxholm’s hidden gems and wildlife on a kayaking tour through Stockholm’s stunning archipelago. Perfect for a day trip adventure.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Vaxholm Fortress - Vaxholm Fortress (Vaxholms fästning) dating back to the 1500s, the Vaxholm Citadel, located between Vaxholm and Rindö, was used to defend Stockholm. Built by King Gustav Vasa.
- Bogesundslandet naturreservat - Bogesundslandet is one of Stockholm’s largest nature reserves. Outstanding wildlife, farms with horses, green meadows…
- Vaxholm Fortress - Vaxholm Fortress (Vaxholms fästning) dating back to the 1500s, the Vaxholm Citadel, located between Vaxholm and Rindö, was used to defend Stockholm. Built by King Gustav Vasa.
- Bogesundslandet naturreservat - Bogesundslandet is one of Stockholm’s largest nature reserves. Outstanding wildlife, farms with horses, green meadows and old oak trees. Hiking and biking areas with marked trails, golf courses.
- Norrhamnen - Norrhammen - traditional fishing cottages located in the north harbour on Vaxholm. Museum and summer cafe. Hembygdsgården known for its homemade cakes and pastries.
- Ytterby Gruva - Resarö Island and Ytterby Mine - the only place in the world with four elements named after it makes the tiny town of Ytterby the periodic table’s most important place in the world.
What's Included
- Fully equipped sea kayak (paddle, spray skirt, life vest)
- Waterproof bag
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Fully equipped sea kayak (paddle, spray skirt, life vest)
- Waterproof bag
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Pickup from hotel
- Pickup from hotel
Additional Information
Kayaking is the best way to explore the heart of Stockholm Archipelago. Vaxholm is known as a capital of archipelago. Let us share with you some of our favourite places and hidden gems. Experience outstanding nature and plenty of wildlife. Discover archipelago with thousands of islands, islet and skerries by kayak! It’s a perfect destination for…
Kayaking is the best way to explore the heart of Stockholm Archipelago. Vaxholm is known as a capital of archipelago. Let us share with you some of our favourite places and hidden gems. Experience outstanding nature and plenty of wildlife. Discover archipelago with thousands of islands, islet and skerries by kayak! It’s a perfect destination for kayaking day trip.
What to take for kayaking: appropriate outdoor clothing for the weather, a rain jacket, sandals, change of clothes if you get wet, sun protection, sunglasses or eyeglasses secured with straps, swimwear and towel if you wish to take a bath.
- Minimum height: 1.50 m Maximum height: 1.95 m Maximum weight: 110 kg
- Good physical condition and ability to swim
- Every child has to be accompanied by an adult (1 child per adult)
Location
Valhallavägen 73
Valhallavägen
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(95 Ratings)
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Swh100
Feb 2, 2026
The best kayak tour with Sam - fav day of our trip - We spent 4 hours on the kayaking tour with Sam and it was absolutely fantastic. Sam was one of the best guides we have ever had. He was so lovely, super calm and very knowledgeable. Felt safe from the get go. We were with such a nice group and it was great getting to know everyone. We stopped on an island for fika which was amazing and Sam even catered for my gluten intolerance which I was very grateful for. We went for a little walk with the group around the island which was nice. When we got back we had a sauna and enjoyed some lake swims with our group - we even managed to get Sam to join us. The whole day was just perfect and our fav day of our travels. Would highly recommend.
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Robert
Jan 19, 2026
Memorable day - We had a remarkable kayak outing recently with your group and loved every moment of it. From the timely pickup by Jules to the quality of the equipment and organization.
You also have an outstanding guide in Rowan. He is very knowledgeable, informative, safety minded and an all around joy to spend time with. He is very caring and went out of his way to make sure we had a great time.
Congratulations!
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Rajkou2025
Oct 8, 2025
Archipelago Kayak Tour - The kayak tour was an absolute highlight! Sam is a great guy, extremely friendly, and the best guide you could wish for. We wanted to go on our own at first, but after this tour we know that Sam's insider knowledge is worth its weight in gold! He knows the routes that only locals take and knows where the animals are. We definitely wouldn't have done the tour that way. Really great: thanks to his keen eyes, Sam spotted an eagle in a tree that we would never have seen otherwise. A wonderful moment! The stop for fika and exploring the island was perfect. The equipment was top-notch, the atmosphere was great, and you experience the archipelago more authentically than anywhere else. A must! If you want to experience the archipelago properly, you have to go with Sam. 5 stars, no question!
Thanks a lot to Sam and the entire Kanotcenter team for providing this unforgettable experience.
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Maarja_j
Sep 28, 2025
If you are lucky with... - If you are lucky with weather, September is a great time for kayaking. Less traffic on the archipelago and possibility for private tour. Couldn’t have wanted a better tour guide than Sam. Fika on the rocks was also nice.
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Jeninpixels
Sep 26, 2025
A beautiful way to spend a day: Highly recommended - A fantastic way to spend a day! Highly recommended. Our guide was personable, kind, and warm-- he remembered everyone's name and experience level, and beautifully tailored the day to our group's strengths. He was knowledgeable about kayaking, of course, but also had a wonderful knowledge of Sweden and the islands we kayaked around. Got lots of practical tips on sea kayaking. The fika (lunch/snack spread) was delightful. We had a beautiful day, and then hung around to do a bit of swimming off the dock. The price was absolutely worth the experience-- top marks all around.
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Timothy_g
Sep 22, 2025
Very fun experience! Had... - Very fun experience! Had a great day with Carl out on the water. Lunch was delicious too! Even learned a bit of history.
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Brenda_b
Sep 17, 2025
Great day trip experience outside of Stockholm - We had a wonderful time kayaking. Sam was a superb guide and planned a great route for us. He gave us kayaking tips, told us relevant geographical and historical information about the area, and pointed out interesting sights. Lunch on an island was a great break. Excellent way to get out of the city and get a different experience in Sweden. After the tour we used the sauna on site (additional cost and need to ask if it is available, but well worth it!) which helped ease the muscle aches.
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Jlr12345
Sep 16, 2025
Great trip for Kayaking! - We had an awesome time with Sam on our 4 hour kayak trip! He was knowledgeable, personable, and a great guide. Even though we didn't have much experience kayaking previously, we felt very comfortable and enjoyed ourselves a lot! Highly recommend!
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Marissa_l
Sep 8, 2025
absolutely do the kayaking tour - we had such an amazing day out on the water! samuel, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable about the area and was sure to tell us all about the history of the archipelago. he was also sure to make sure we were all able to keep up and enjoy the kayaking itself-our group had all levels of kayaking experience and noone was left behind or struggling at all. the fika was fantastic. we pulled up onto a little island and all set up a lovely little picnic and explored for about an hour.
i can't recommend this tour highly enough-if i end up returning to vaxholm or stockholm i will absolutely be doing this tour again!
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E1285srashleyt
Sep 2, 2025
A must for the Vaxholm area! - We had an absolutely wonderful time on this tour!
Our guide Carl was so knowledgeable and friendly, we had a AMAZING time with him and he made us all feel very comfortable and safe. He felt like part of the group instantly. The tour was exquisite. We wish we saw more wildlife, but the scenery was beautiful despite it. Carl had lots of facts and history and was able to answer all of our questions.
We loved the Fika halfway through and felt like this was the highlight of our trip. We had varying skill levels in the group and we all felt comfortable and enjoyed ourselves. We HIGHLY recommend this tour service and highly recommend our favorite tour guide Carl. We will never forget this amazing experience.
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