Winter Kayak Tour in Stockholm City (Dry Suit Kayaking)
Description
Looking for something truly special this winter? Try a winter kayak tour through the heart of Stockholm City! Even during the colder months, the city’s waterways remain ideal for kayaking. As long as Lake Mälaren stays ice-free, we’re out there paddling. Meet your guide at the kayak station to get outfitted in high-quality dry suits, ensuring you stay dry and safe no matter the weather. We provide all the necessary paddle gear, so you can feel confident knowing your safety is our top priority. As you paddle the canals and open waters around Kungsholmen, Langholmen, Södermalm, and Gamla Stan, your guide shares insights into the city’s history and culture, depending on weather conditions and group preferences. With Stockholm’s winter beauty as your backdrop, you’ll enjoy exclusive photo opportunities along the way, capturing the city from an unforgettable perspective. After a memorable journey, you’ll return to the starting point, carrying the warmth of this winter adventure with you.
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Itinerary
We’ll start by meeting at the kayak station, where you’ll get to know your fellow paddlers. After that, we’ll help you choose a dry suit to keep you warm and dry. Once suited up, we’ll set up the kayaks and go through a paddle and safety briefing to ensure you’re comfortable on the water.
Now, it’s time to paddle through Stockholm’s beautiful city center, enjoying stunning views and peaceful waters, often all to ourselves. We use stable tandem kayaks by default, but single kayaks are available on request for experienced paddlers. The tour takes you through historic neighborhoods like Kungsholmen, Långholmen, Södermalm, Gamla Stan, and Lilla Essingen. You’ll paddle under charming bridges and along serene waterways. Our experienced guide will share insights into Stockholm’s history and culture, as well as tips on the best spots for photos and sightseeing.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(18)
Had an amazing morning! Emil was fantastic! Kayaking and breaking thin ice in some spots added to the charm of this whole experience. I'll remember for a long time! And it is extremely safe if that's a worry!
Thanks a lot for joining and for the great feedback. Sounds like you got one of those special winter mornings with just the right amount of ice. Emil will be glad to hear this. Happy you felt safe and had a memorable time out on the water. Hope to see you again on another adventure.
This was a great trip with a lot of great views. The Guide Bobby did a good job and we have been able to improve our kajaking-skills.
Thanks for paddling with us and for the nice review. Glad to hear you enjoyed the views and felt your skills got a boost. Bobby will be happy to know you had a good time on the water. All the best from our side and maybe see you again.
Wonderful way to see Stockholm from a different angle. We were lucky to have had a beautiful day with clear skies . Cold but the dry suits keep you warm and dry . Breaking ice was an experience and hard work at times but great fun. Emile , our guide was warm and knowledgable . Would really recommend this experience . D&N London
Thanks so much for the kind words. Sounds like you got one of those perfect winter days. Breaking ice definitely adds a special twist to the experience. Emil will be happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and felt well taken care of. Great having you with us and thanks again for the recommendation.
Viewing Gamla Stan from the water gave a great alternative perspective of the main sights. Our guide, Bobby, was really informative and provided clear instructions to help keep us safe on the water. We even had the opportunity to kayak through some ice sheets. Definitely bring waterproof gloves and wrap up warm!
Thanks a lot for joining and for the great feedback. Seeing Gamla Stan from the water really gives a whole different feel and it is nice to hear you enjoyed it. Bobby will be happy to know his guidance helped you feel safe out there. Good tip about the gloves too. Hope the rest of your time in Stockholm was just as fun.
Bobby the tour guide was great! Knowledgeable and good guy to talk to. Ensured a safe expedience for all.
Thanks for the kind words. Glad you enjoyed the tour and felt in good hands with Bobby. Always great to hear when the experience leaves a good impression. Hope to see you out on the water again.
Fabulous way to see Stockholm, we really enjoyed the tour and Bobby was a great guide telling us a bit about the area. Would definitely recommend it. Only negative thing was there is no toilet or changing room but there is public toilets a few minutes walk away.
Thanks so much for joining and for the lovely feedback. Great to hear you enjoyed seeing Stockholm from the water and felt well guided by Bobby. Good point about the facilities. Appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again.
Awesome experience cold water kayaking. We even got to break the ice as we paddled out from the jetty. Our guide, Bobby, was really personable and took great care of everyone. Good equipment. The lake it sits on makes Stockholm a most beautiful city, and seeing the city from the lake is ideal.
Thanks a lot for the kind words. Sounds like you had a great day out on the water. Breaking ice always adds something special to the experience. Bobby will be happy to hear you felt well taken care of. Glad you enjoyed the views and the gear. Stockholm really does shine from the water.
BRILLIANT - but be ready for the cold! Highly recommend this tour. Our guide Bobbi (spelling?) was wonderful. He told us some interesting and fun facts about Stockholm, he kept us all as safe and warm as possible, and he has a bubbly, fun personality. Be aware - it is COLD. Wear waterproof gloves, take hardwarmers, double up on socks, and bring something to cover your face. It was -2 or -3 when we went and it was COLD. Still greatly enjoyed the day though, do this tour!
Thanks so much for the great review and for the helpful tips. Winter kayaking is definitely a cold-weather adventure, but it is awesome to hear you still had a brilliant time. Bobby will be happy to know you felt safe and enjoyed the experience. Glad his energy added to the day. Hope you warmed up nicely afterward and had a great rest of your stay in Stockholm.
Great paddle around the harbor. You get to see Stockholm from such a different angle, and given the city is an Archipelago that's a lot of angles! Also saw a lot of wildlife. Tour guide was knowledgeable and shared some history of the city. If you like a little adventure in your vacations this is the activity for you.
Thanks a lot for the amazing review. Really glad you enjoyed the paddle and got to see Stockholm from a new perspective. Always a bonus when wildlife shows up too. Great to hear the mix of adventure and local history hit the mark. Hope the rest of your trip was just as fun.
Our winter kayaking tour was exceptional- beautiful sunshine and freshly laid snow! Bobby was such a warm, friendly guide who expertly navigated us through our tour of Stockholm by water.
Thank you, Natalie! We're thrilled you enjoyed the winter kayaking experience with Bobby. Exploring Stockholm's beauty from the water is indeed magical. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! 🌟🛶
