Winter kayaking Stockholm

Winter kayaking. ”Are you crazy?” I can hear you think. Actually, with the right equipment winter kayaking is awesome! Learn how to plan, prep, and carry out your winter kayaking trips in a safe way. We’ll keep you warm & dry with our drysuits. Just imagine floating past frozen seas with the sun warming your face. Just being out there. All alone. Well, almost alone. As the archipelago will barely have human visitors, it will just be you & your guide cruising through a multitude of islands. And the local wildlife, of course. Winter is the time when curious seals pop up to say hello! We’ll make sure to pack plenty of hot drinks to enjoy a nice break.

Highlights

Kayak through winter wonderland
Stay warm & toasty with our dry suits & winter gear
See a seals, eagles & other wildlife
Appreciate the quietness of nature in wintertime
Learn about winter kayaking
Includes pickup & drop off at central Stockholm
Small, personal groups

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Pictures of winter kayaking

All photos belong to our friend Linda @Wilderness Stories

FAQ

• Is winter kayaking cold?
No, when dressed correctly (we provide detailed info on how to dress beforehand) together with our dry suits, you should not be cold. You might get chilly fingers or toes, but nothing which would be very uncomfortable.

• What if I flip during winter kayaking?
Our dry suits do not let in any water. You could even go for a swim without getting wet! Our guides are trained for rescue too so not to worry.

• Is kayaking safe during winter?
We would not do this trip if it wasn’t. All activities involve some risk to a certain extent, but winter kayaking does not come with a higher risk than other ‘regular’ activities when well prepared.

• I do not have much outdoor clothing. What kind of clothing do I need for winter paddling?
Outdoor specific clothing is best, but winter paddling works even when you don’t have outdoor specific winter clothing as we provide the vitals. For your personal wear, we provide a detailed clothing list with outdoor clothing as well as every-day alternatives.

• Do I need prior kayaking experience in order to kayak in the winter?
Not much, but yes. To have kayaked at least once is mandatory for joining. This is to exclude the small chance that you might not have the balance to be in a kayak.

Guide Pieter putting some of the drysuits to the test!

Other winter paddlers on TripAdvisor…

”We had an absolutely brilliant day kayaking around the beautiful stockholm archipelago. My husband and daughters had kayaked before but it was my first time and our Guide Ben was really good and patient, so encouraging. This was a real highlight of our visit to this beautiful city and when we come back to Stockholm will definitely choose Green trails and hopefully Ben for our next outdoor adventure.”

”I’ve kayaked all over the world and never had an experience like this! Our guide Ben was personable and highly knowledgeable. We kayaked past several islands and stopped at one to take a beautiful hike to a lookout point. Ben walked barefoot in the forest as he pointed out everything you could eat and gave other interesting information about the flora and fauna. Bit of a forest guru too! Afterwards, we had a nice lunch and swim on the island and then kayaked back looking at the condors circle and dive and hear fun facts about Swedish culture and folklore. Great guidance, great equipment, great company!”

”We were fortunate to have a sunny day, see lots of eagles, herons, kingfishers, cormorants, gulls and even a seal. All of the logistical details were beautifully arranged, from transportation, food, water and snacks, kayaks and gear. The leaders were experienced, professional, personable, and knowledgable about the natural history of the area. It was clear that they take pride in and enjoy leading these trips. They took pains to tailor the day to the participants interests and abilities. I would happily go on another trip with this company.”

”I had done this amazing Sea Kayaking adventure with the Green Trails last year. I had so much fun it was the highlight of my Sweden trip! I went again this year and it was equally fun. Piotr my guide and owner of The Green Trails was extremely knowledgeable and I highly recommend it. Most people just go and see the same boring things and they miss out on true adventures and unique memories (and awesome work outs) this one had it all!”

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Itinerary

Meet your guide & group
Briefing (maps, safety etc)
Dry suit & gear fitting
Transfer
Kayak rundown
Start kayaking
Warm lunch & hot fika
More kayaking!
Conclusion
Drop off at the meeting point

Included in the tour

Pickup & drop off in central Stockholm
Winter kayaking course & introduction
A day of guided winter kayaking in Stockholm archipelago
Warm lunch
Swedish fika (hot drink with pastries)
Professional & friendly guide(s)
All kayak + safety equipment + dry suit
Small group, max 4 guests (private option available too)

Meeting point

We meet @ our Urban Basecamp in the heart of Södermalm (Tideliusgatan 62, 118 69 Stockholm).
Private: With a private tour you will get picked up from your accommodation.

Other important information

This tour involves physical motion and being in healthy shape is therefore required.
Being able to swim is required
Prior kayaking experience is required. You do not need to be advanced, but having being in a kayak at least once is mandatory.

Booking

Doesn't our schedule suit you? Send us a message and we'll see what we can do!

Other tours in Stockholm

Have a look at our Nordic skating day trips instead! More into nature, less into sports? Check out the Snowshoe Hiking. If you'd like to spend the day in Stockholm's skiing tracks have a look at the Cross Country Skiing!

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