Stockholm: Sunset Hike in Tyresta National Park with Meal
Description
Experience an unforgettable evening hike in the great outdoors of Stockholm. This adventure takes you deep into the ancient forest of Tyresta National Park, one of the best nature areas accessible from the city. We begin in central Stockholm and travel by public transportation into the wilderness. As dusk settles, we set out on foot to explore the heart of the forest, guided by an experienced leader who shares insights into the landscape, wildlife, and Swedish nature. Dusk is the best time to spot wildlife, and we will keep an eye out for animals along the way, but sightings are never guaranteed. You will walk off the beaten path, discovering hidden spots few people get to see. Halfway through the hike, we take a break by a magical lakeside setting to enjoy a light Swedish Midsummer meal, or a hot soup during winter. As darkness falls, we continue hiking through the forest, taking in the sights and sounds of nature.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers who are not in normal physical condition. This is an outdoor activity that includes small uphill section of about 20 meters
- Not recommended for travelers over the age of 70 (if you still wish to participate, please contact the provider in advance to confirm suitability)
Reviews(84)
The trip it self was great and Henke was a great guide and cook. The event and hike was really unique and memorable. The part of having to meet way out of the city only to take public transportation there and back was a huge turn off for the money. The food was good but my only suggestion is to add history to the tour with the rest.
Thank you so much for joining us and for the great feedback! We're really happy to hear you enjoyed the hike, the food, and Henke's guiding. Our focus on this tour is primarily on nature, wildlife, local culture, and the environment rather than history, but we'll certainly see if we can include a bit more historical context where it fits naturally. Regarding the transport, the meeting point and the use of public transport are clearly mentioned in the tour description before booking. It's an intentional part of our eco friendly concept and allows guests to experience Stockholm the way locals do while reducing the environmental impact.
Although it rained and we could not see the sunset, it was a very beautiful hike with lovely Nordic landscapes. Bring water and everything you will need for hiking. The guide is well prepared and can help if you are missing something. Our guide was very friendly!
Glad to hear you had a great hiking day with us. Weather is one thing we can never control, but it's nice to hear the experience was still worthwhile. We'll pass your kind words on to your guide 😊🌲
A special sundown walk because of a little bit of rain and cloudy sky. But that was what the tour made so interesting. Thank you very much to our guide who lead us safety through the nature.
Sometimes a little rain and a cloudy sky make the experience even more special. We're glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and felt safe and well looked after throughout the hike. Thanks for joining us outdoors! 😊
Weather didn’t cooperate for us to be able to see a sunset and there wasn’t a lot of wildlife beyond a crane, a beaver, and a ton of slugs and mosquitoes. But Zack was very personable and outgoing and kept us all entertained. We felt really comfortable following him through the trails and he did a nice job preparing dinner for all of us in the most rustic of settings. As a woman of a certain age, I found the hike very manageable and only mildly strenuous for the first 10 minutes or so. Make sure to bring bug spray, as the mosquitoes were abundant, and check for ticks when you get home (husband had one)! All in all, a nice scenic walk around a beautiful park.
I'm glad you enjoyed the hike despite the cloudy weather. It's great to hear Zack helped make the experience enjoyable and that you felt comfortable on the trails. Wildlife sightings can vary from day to day, but spotting a beaver is actually quite special in Tyresta. Thanks as well for sharing your tips about mosquitoes and ticks for future hikers. Hopefully next time we'll be able to deliver the missing sunset too 😉
Diddly doo neighborino - Zach was fantastic! Was an awesome hike and a friendly guide that made it an unforgettable experience. Would definitely recommend
I'm glad you had such a great time in Tyresta with Zach! The sunset hike is one of our favorite ways to experience the Swedish wilderness, and it's wonderful to hear that Zach helped make the evening so enjoyable. Thanks for joining us and for the recommendation.
Our tour guide, Yasmin, was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. She really made the whole trip feel special and welcoming. We made frequent stops so she could tell us about the environment that we were in, and we even got to pick and eat fresh lingonberries! We were served a warm pea soup with bread, and a chocolate ball and coffee/tea afterwards. It was a wonderful way to spend the evening, I would definitely do this again!
Thank you for the awesome feedback! So glad to hear you had such a wonderful evening! Yasmin will be really happy to read your kind words.
Many reviews recommend this as an easy hike, suitable for all ages. I did not find this to be the case. I quickly fell behind the others, and found the uphill portions quite difficult. I was only able to complete the first portion, and then was left to sit on a deck for over an hour. It was peaceful, but quite a lonely experience. The guide, Max, did try to accommodate me. I also found the directions to return to my cruise ship were inadequate, and I was lost alone in the city for quite a long time before I was able to find someone who could help direct me to the Pier. This is the first time of many excursions or experiences with Viator that has let me down.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. I am truly sorry to hear that the hike was more challenging than you expected and that you felt left out during part of the activity. Max did his best to support you, though I understand it may not have felt ideal. I would like to clarify that the tour description on Viator clearly mentions a maximum age limit of 70 years. You chose to join outside of this limitation without contacting us in advance. This is important because, while the hike is generally considered easy, there are a few uphill sections that can feel demanding, depending on health and fitness level. The majority of our guests, over many years, complete the hike without difficulty. As the tour also included other guests, Max had to balance the needs of the whole group. This meant letting you rest for part of the trip, which is never an easy decision but was necessary to ensure the others could also enjoy their experience. Regarding your return to the cruise ship, the hike starts and ends at the same meeting point, which is clearly stated on Viator. Since you successfully found the meeting point at the beginning of the tour, the same directions would naturally apply for your return. Please note that we are not involved in arranging drop-offs or transfers to individual accommodations or cruise ships. I must also say that I am disappointed by this review, as it impacts our small business even though we provided exactly what was advertised. For future readers, it is important to know that this booking was made outside of the clearly stated age limitation. We always aim to create positive memories for our guests, and I regret that this experience did not meet your expectations.
Jasmine was really an excellent guide! He guided us on the excursion with all the explanations of what we encountered. He never left anyone behind. Top experience! I highly recommend it!
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback! We are really happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Jasmin. She always makes sure everyone feels included and safe while giving clear explanations along the way. 🌿🚣♂️
Our guide Max took us for a nice walk through the national park. At the beginning it was a bit steep uphill, but the view over the lake was very great. The rest of the route was mostly on paved paths. In between, the guide told us a lot about the park and Sxhweden in general. After almost 2 hours our guide made the food warm. There were vegan meatballs, potatoes, sour cream and jam. The Fikka was available as dessert ... Coffee/tea and oatballs. Since we had the lead all to ourselves, we could decide how long we wanted to run.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed the hike with Max and the views. The mix of nature, stories about Sweden, and the tasty lunch really make the experience special. Hopefully, next time we can earn that last missing star 😉
Lovely sunset hike through wilderness that we would not be able to do on our own! Excellent guide and delicious meal! We also got to eat forest berries 🫐
Thank you so much for joining our sunset hike. We are really glad to hear you enjoyed the walk, the meal, and the berries along the way 😊
