Stockholm Activities 2012
These activities have been awarded 'Natures Best', Sweden's mark of Eco tourism. They offer some of the best opportunities to get out into the archipelago or witness the proximity of wildlife and nature to the centre of a major city.
Many of the tours are not suitable for children under 12yrs. We can often arrange a more child friendly activity for kayaking and walking. Please ask.
Most transfers to the start point of your activity are self transfers and are easily accessible by an efficient and reliable public transport system, often part of the Stockholm Card. We will of course let you know exactly where the start point is and how to get there. We will advise on what to pack for these activities. All times are approx. Min group size is 2 unless otherwise stated.
Many of the tours are not suitable for children under 12yrs. We can often arrange a more child friendly activity for kayaking and walking. Please ask.
Most transfers to the start point of your activity are self transfers and are easily accessible by an efficient and reliable public transport system, often part of the Stockholm Card. We will of course let you know exactly where the start point is and how to get there. We will advise on what to pack for these activities. All times are approx. Min group size is 2 unless otherwise stated.
If you could do just one nature excursion in Stockholm, then you should kayak in the outer archipelago. This watery world consists of thousands of uninhabited small islands which are among the wildest areas in Europe.
This day tour is at an easy tempo to suit both beginners and more experienced alike. Most who join this tour have limited or no previous experience. The techniques are easy to learn and after a short training session you set off on your journey of discovery.
Our tour guides are experienced paddlers with excellent knowledge of the archipelago, its history, flora and fauna. They know their way to the finest islands, skerries and inlets. Surprisingly few visitors come here and it is easy for us to find a deserted island to take a swim and stop for a rest with a well-prepared lunch.
At 0845 you take the bus out into the archipelago. After 45mins you reach the end of the bus line and your guide will be there to meet you. Taxi boat to the kayak base for your kayaking tour. Afternoon tea before returning to Stockholm city between 6 & 7pm.
Price 1200 SEK per person
Thursday - Sunday 28 June - 2 September.
Includes qualified & experienced guide, kayaking equipment (stable 1 or 2 man kayaks incl buoyancy aids), hamper lunch & snacks, taxi boat to / from kayak base. Min age 12yrs (family tours can be arranged separately), must be able to swim at least 200m. We do have special tours for 55yrs+. Bus transfer not included in price
Overnight Tours
Please see our weekend kayaking holiday
Kayaking
Kayaking Day in the ArchipelagoIf you could do just one nature excursion in Stockholm, then you should kayak in the outer archipelago. This watery world consists of thousands of uninhabited small islands which are among the wildest areas in Europe.
This day tour is at an easy tempo to suit both beginners and more experienced alike. Most who join this tour have limited or no previous experience. The techniques are easy to learn and after a short training session you set off on your journey of discovery.
Our tour guides are experienced paddlers with excellent knowledge of the archipelago, its history, flora and fauna. They know their way to the finest islands, skerries and inlets. Surprisingly few visitors come here and it is easy for us to find a deserted island to take a swim and stop for a rest with a well-prepared lunch.
At 0845 you take the bus out into the archipelago. After 45mins you reach the end of the bus line and your guide will be there to meet you. Taxi boat to the kayak base for your kayaking tour. Afternoon tea before returning to Stockholm city between 6 & 7pm.
Price 1200 SEK per person
Thursday - Sunday 28 June - 2 September.
Includes qualified & experienced guide, kayaking equipment (stable 1 or 2 man kayaks incl buoyancy aids), hamper lunch & snacks, taxi boat to / from kayak base. Min age 12yrs (family tours can be arranged separately), must be able to swim at least 200m. We do have special tours for 55yrs+. Bus transfer not included in price
Overnight Tours
Please see our weekend kayaking holiday
A sailing escape through one of the worlds most amazing archipelagoes under the guidance of an experienced skipper, who will also act as your guide. Some 24,000 islands make up this archipelago and we haven't counted the Finnish side! A boat is the best way to explore as many islands are uninhabited and the Swedish right of public access allows everyone to explore.
No prior sailing experience is required and you can even make suggestions about where to visit. The weather also plays a part in distance travelled! Our normal day tours start just 15 minutes by commuter train from central Stockholm. From here you will pass the narrow straight of Baggensstäket, with an interesting historical background, the fashionable suburbs of Saltsjöbaden and Älgö before reaching the wilder and uninhabited islands of Ingaröfjärden. Here you can chose one of the islands to take a swim, explore ashore and have lunch. In the end it is the wind and you that decides the program.
Price 1600 SEK per adult
Available Fri-Mon from 8Jun to 3Sep.
Standard day tours start at 9am and are 8-9 hours long.
Lunch and snacks. Min age 12yrs. For families we recommend the private tour below.
Sailing
Archipelago Sail EscapeA sailing escape through one of the worlds most amazing archipelagoes under the guidance of an experienced skipper, who will also act as your guide. Some 24,000 islands make up this archipelago and we haven't counted the Finnish side! A boat is the best way to explore as many islands are uninhabited and the Swedish right of public access allows everyone to explore.
No prior sailing experience is required and you can even make suggestions about where to visit. The weather also plays a part in distance travelled! Our normal day tours start just 15 minutes by commuter train from central Stockholm. From here you will pass the narrow straight of Baggensstäket, with an interesting historical background, the fashionable suburbs of Saltsjöbaden and Älgö before reaching the wilder and uninhabited islands of Ingaröfjärden. Here you can chose one of the islands to take a swim, explore ashore and have lunch. In the end it is the wind and you that decides the program.
Price 1600 SEK per adult
Available Fri-Mon from 8Jun to 3Sep.
Standard day tours start at 9am and are 8-9 hours long.
Lunch and snacks. Min age 12yrs. For families we recommend the private tour below.
Private Tour
Very similar to the Archipelago Sail Escape above, apart from this tour is private to your group and a more personal experience. This tour is possible most days in June, July & August. Not available 24 or 25 June. Overnight excursions also available - please ask.
Price from 5500 SEK per boat max of 3 people
Extra person from 1300 SEK (max 10 people)
Elk, deer, wild boar and hare are just a short bus tour from the city wild animals wander undisturbed through meadows and woodlands in one of Stockholm's most wildlife rich areas. Visit a historical landscape with our expert guides and also see rune stones from the Viking era. This evening bus safari tour lasts 3-4 hours. Time can vary slightly due to animal activity. There is also a short walk (15-20 minutes) to read a rune stone and to see some remnants from the bronze age. This tour navigates through rural landscapes, meadows, pastures and hillsides, with typical red cottages and well-preserved, classic manor houses.
Price 630 SEK per adult
Included Central Stockholm departure point. Minibus tour as described above with expert guide. Snacks and refreshments. Min age 12yrs.
Departures: Departure time varies depending on sunset but approx 7-8pm
Thursdays to Mondays
31May - 27Aug. No tour on 22 or 23 June.
Wildlife Safaris
Stockholm Wildlife SafariElk, deer, wild boar and hare are just a short bus tour from the city wild animals wander undisturbed through meadows and woodlands in one of Stockholm's most wildlife rich areas. Visit a historical landscape with our expert guides and also see rune stones from the Viking era. This evening bus safari tour lasts 3-4 hours. Time can vary slightly due to animal activity. There is also a short walk (15-20 minutes) to read a rune stone and to see some remnants from the bronze age. This tour navigates through rural landscapes, meadows, pastures and hillsides, with typical red cottages and well-preserved, classic manor houses.
Price 630 SEK per adult
Included Central Stockholm departure point. Minibus tour as described above with expert guide. Snacks and refreshments. Min age 12yrs.
Departures: Departure time varies depending on sunset but approx 7-8pm
Thursdays to Mondays
31May - 27Aug. No tour on 22 or 23 June.
Hike in a wild forest on the edge of the Sweden's largest city! Tyresta is the closest undisturbed forest to any European capital and is a truly magical forest with leaning, moss-covered trunks, dramatic cliffs and clear-blue forest lakes.
Our nature guides have expertise in finding and interpreting Scandinavia's flora and fauna and have special experience in the Tyresta region. There are many fascinating things to show and discuss! Tyresta is not just one of Sweden's largest and oldest undisturbed forests but is also of great cultural interest. Stone Age people sat here around their fires looking out over what was an archipelago that had just emerged from the sea some 10,000 years ago.
Price 590 SEK per adult
Available May to October. Includes qualified nature guide, information pack and picnic lunch. 0830-1630. Approx 12km 5-6hrs walking at calm pace with plenty of stops. 25min bus journey to Tyresta (not included in price). Min age 12yrs.
Walking / Hiking
Ancient Forest of Tyresta National ParkHike in a wild forest on the edge of the Sweden's largest city! Tyresta is the closest undisturbed forest to any European capital and is a truly magical forest with leaning, moss-covered trunks, dramatic cliffs and clear-blue forest lakes.
Our nature guides have expertise in finding and interpreting Scandinavia's flora and fauna and have special experience in the Tyresta region. There are many fascinating things to show and discuss! Tyresta is not just one of Sweden's largest and oldest undisturbed forests but is also of great cultural interest. Stone Age people sat here around their fires looking out over what was an archipelago that had just emerged from the sea some 10,000 years ago.
Price 590 SEK per adult
Available May to October. Includes qualified nature guide, information pack and picnic lunch. 0830-1630. Approx 12km 5-6hrs walking at calm pace with plenty of stops. 25min bus journey to Tyresta (not included in price). Min age 12yrs.
Secret Stockholm
Set off on a walking tour of Stockholm like no other, to unlock the secrets of the city, soak up its picturesque views and learn about what makes life in the Swedish capital so unique. Stroll along little known trails and wind through ancient city streets on this journey into its culture, art, architecture and cuisine.
Price 300 SEK per adult
Available Wed-Sun 16May to 30Sep
Cycling
Stockholm on 2 wheels
One of the best ways to explore the many islands that make up Stockholm, “Venice of the North”, is by bicycle. You will not miss famous sights such as the old town (Gamla stan) and the Royal Palace. However, the main reason to use bicycles to tour Stockholm is to be able to explore some of the city’s beautiful hidden gems.
Sightseeing by bike one can move quickly and easily between Stockholm’s many islands and each possess their own character. You follow the shores of the sea and the lake, pedal over bridges and pass all the major sights, such as the Royal Palace and the Royal Dramatic Theatre. The tour will also take you off beaten tourist tracks to see beautiful gardens, picturesque wooden houses from the 17th Century and old oak trees in the world’s first National City Park.
Our expert guides talk about the city both past and present, showing you beautiful places that are not accessible by bus or boat. Stockholm is a well-planned and safe cycling city with many bicycle paths and green stretches where cars are not allowed.
Price 300 SEK per adult
16 - 27 May Wednesday - Sunday at 11am & 3pm
30 May - 26 August: Every day at 11am & 3pm (no tour 22 & 23 June)
29 August - 16 September at 11am & 3pm
Includes qualified & experienced guide, cycle & helmet. Min height 155cm, no children's bikes available. 2-2hr30.
Important note: This tour is available with the Stockholm Card. However this is a popular tour and there are a limited amount of spaces. To ensure you have a place you must book / pay for this tour.
Cycling
Stockholm on 2 wheels One of the best ways to explore the many islands that make up Stockholm, “Venice of the North”, is by bicycle. You will not miss famous sights such as the old town (Gamla stan) and the Royal Palace. However, the main reason to use bicycles to tour Stockholm is to be able to explore some of the city’s beautiful hidden gems.
Sightseeing by bike one can move quickly and easily between Stockholm’s many islands and each possess their own character. You follow the shores of the sea and the lake, pedal over bridges and pass all the major sights, such as the Royal Palace and the Royal Dramatic Theatre. The tour will also take you off beaten tourist tracks to see beautiful gardens, picturesque wooden houses from the 17th Century and old oak trees in the world’s first National City Park.
Our expert guides talk about the city both past and present, showing you beautiful places that are not accessible by bus or boat. Stockholm is a well-planned and safe cycling city with many bicycle paths and green stretches where cars are not allowed.
Price 300 SEK per adult
16 - 27 May Wednesday - Sunday at 11am & 3pm
30 May - 26 August: Every day at 11am & 3pm (no tour 22 & 23 June)
29 August - 16 September at 11am & 3pm
Includes qualified & experienced guide, cycle & helmet. Min height 155cm, no children's bikes available. 2-2hr30.
Important note: This tour is available with the Stockholm Card. However this is a popular tour and there are a limited amount of spaces. To ensure you have a place you must book / pay for this tour.
