Stockholm

15 Best Stockholm Kayak Tours

The paddle options: summer channels between capital-city architecture and the winter version that ends in a hot sauna with fika as policy. Kayaking past a royal palace stays novel.

1.Stockholm: Winter Kayaking, Swedish Fika, and Hot Sauna

Discover Stockholm's winter magic with a kayaking tour that includes fika, a sauna, and scenic views of the archipelago, all just 30 minutes from the city.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“My fiance and i had the absolute joy of joining this activity on valentines day. Our guide Sam was just a complete ray of sunshine - we loved his personality and sense of humour. The kayaking itself was incredible, despite the original spot being too…”

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2.1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour

Discover Stockholm’s stunning archipelago on a small-group kayak tour. Enjoy expert guides, scenic islands, a campfire lunch, and authentic Swedish scenery.

★ 5.0

“What a fun way to see the archipelago! The scenes was stunning and the small group nature really enhanced the experience. Our guides Marcus and Jonathan were spectacular!! They were knowledgeable about kayaking and the natural environment we were seeing. I had so much fun…”

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3.Stockholm: Archipelago Islands Kayak Tour and Outdoor Picnic

Discover Stockholm’s stunning archipelago on a guided kayak tour with outdoor picnic. Perfect for beginners, with scenic views, wildlife, and delicious fika.

★ 4.9

“I had a great time on this kayaking tour! Our guide Carl was super friendly and informative. The trip organization was excellent and they equipment they provided was very nice. Highly recommend!”

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4.Stockholm City Kayak Tour

Experience Stockholm from a unique perspective with this beginner-friendly kayak tour. See iconic landmarks, enjoy stunning scenery, and get a light workout.

★ 5.0

“First, let me give credit where credit is due, Ellie is an amazing tour guide. She’s knowledgeable, spoke clearly, explained things well, and always knew exactly where we were. Plus, she’s just a genuinely kind person. Five stars for Ellie. And get this, she even…”

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5.Stockholm: Guided Kayak City Tour & Optional Midsummer Meal

Explore Stockholm from the water on a guided kayak tour, with options for daytime sightseeing or evening paddling and Swedish cuisine. Perfect for all skill levels.

★ 4.6

“Wonderful Trip by kayak through the canals and the Stockholm sea. Always really relaxing to be on a boat . And even in such an amazing city!! We were a nice group and our guide Michelle had interesting story’s for us around the trip.”

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6.Stockholm: Winter Kayaking, Swedish Fika and hot Sauna Experience

Discover Stockholm’s tranquil winter islands on a guided kayak tour. Enjoy fika, a sauna, and scenic views—perfect for adventure lovers and nature seekers.

★ 5.0

“I had such a great time with our guide, Sam, who was personable and clearly enjoys what he does. There's extra warm gear there, but I suggest you bring a hat and a towel for the sauna. Be brave - jumping into the cold Baltic…”

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7.Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Kayak

Explore Stockholm's stunning archipelago on a guided kayaking tour. Enjoy scenic views, birdlife, ancient fortresses, and organic lunch in a small-group adventure.

★ 5.0

“Loved the trip. Patrick was the guide and he was very helpful and patient. I think we kayaked for 12-13 km and had a short hiking trip as well on one of the island. The weather was very good and taking a halt at the…”

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8.Stockholm: Kayaking tour around Vaxholm Archipelago with Fika

Discover Stockholm’s stunning archipelago on a beginner-friendly kayaking tour with expert guides, scenic stops, and a delicious fika break for a true local experience.

★ 5.0

“This tour was such a highlight of my trip! Carl was an exceptional guide - professional, kind, and made the whole experience both safe and fun. The kayaking route was stunning, and sharing a Swedish fika on a quiet island was such a memorable touch.…”

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9.Stockholm: Full-Day Archipelago Kayaking Adventure

Experience Stockholm’s breathtaking archipelago on a full-day kayaking tour, combining scenic islands, expert guides, and a picnic lunch for an authentic adventure.

★ 4.9

“It was an amazing day trip out on the water. Our guides did everything to keep us as safe as possible due to high winds but also make the experience worth every minute! I had a wonderful day out in the archipelago, would totally recommend…”

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10.Stockholm Archipelago: Fun-Day Kayaking with Island Lunch

Experience Stockholm's stunning archipelago on a full-day guided kayaking tour, including island lunch, wildlife sightings, and local insights for an authentic adventure.

★ 4.6

“What a wonderful day! We really made memories today! Chris was a great tour guide. We travelled in a small group of six. Everybody was so patient with me, even though I was the slowest of the group. Thanks a Million!!”

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12.Stockholm: Self Guided Kayak Adventure

Discover Stockholm from a new angle with a self-guided kayak adventure. Paddle through the city’s waterways, enjoy spectacular views, and explore at your pace.

★ 4.5

“the guide gave us a short introduction in how to use the kajak and a map and then we started the kajak tour. at first we had some problems to steer the kajak but after a while we figured it out.”

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13.Stockholm: Winter Kayaking Tour through the City Centre

Discover Stockholm's winter beauty with a guided kayaking tour through the city center, enjoying stunning views, expert guides, and safe equipment.

★ 4.8

“We spend a wonderful time with Bobby despite of the weather (cloudy but not rainy) He explaindex us a lot about Stockholm and even more in Sweden… We choose the “sauna” option and even dit the “cold dip” (3times) with him, which was a first…”

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14.Guided Kayak Tour in Central Stockholm

Discover Stockholm’s waterways on a guided 3-hour kayak tour, exploring iconic neighborhoods with expert guides for an authentic, eco-friendly experience.

★ 5.0

“The guides (Bobby and René) were super friendly and have plenty of insights to life around Stockholm. We’re also happy to just chat about life in general. The kayaking was good exercise too (though nothing strenuous).”

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15.Sunset Kayak Tour in Central Stockholm and Swedish Fika

Experience Stockholm from the water on a sunset kayak tour, enjoy organic fika, and discover the city’s sights in a relaxing, authentic way.

★ 5.0

“I can’t imagine a better way to enjoy Stockholm at sunset. On a personal note, my tour guide went out of her way to help me figure out what to do after I got too self-confident about taking a couple photos, at which point I…”

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More Stockholm Kayak Tours

4.8Stockholm: Sunset Kayak Tour in the City + Swedish Fika4 hours$149 5.0PRIVATE Sunset Kayaking in Stockholm Archipelago Nature Reserve5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$264.07 5.0Kayak Tour in the Stockholm Archipelago with Lunch Meal6 hours (approx.)$193.60 5.02-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour$480 4.7Stockholm: Daytime Kayak Tour in Stockholm City2 - 3 hours$76 4.5Self-Guided Kayak Adventure In Central Stockholm (One-man kayak)2 hours (approx.)$35.13 5.0Stockholm Archipelago Kayaking Day Tour8 hours (approx.)$235.80 5.0Stockholm Archipelago Sunset Kayaking and Fika tour3 hours (approx.)$134.62 5.0Stockholm: Archipelago Family-Friendly Private Kayaking Tour3 hours (approx.)$452.11 5.0Winter Kayak Tour in Stockholm City (Dry Suit Kayaking)3 hours (approx.)$152.72 5.04-Day Stockholm Archipelago Self-Guided Kayak and Wild Camp$555.48 4.8Stockholm: 1, 2, or 3-Day Kayaking Tour in the Archipelago1 - 3 days$230 5.0Stockholm: Winter City Kayaking Tour3.5 - 4 hours$171 4.9Stockholm: Morning Kayak Tour in the Archipelago with Lunch$150 5.0Stockholm: Guided Kayak Tour to Drottningholm Royal Palace5.5 hours$171 5.02-Day Kayak Tour in the Stockholm Archipelago$558.15 5.0Sunset kayak tour with fika on Stockholms lakeside5 hours (approx.)$107.77 5.0Stockholm City Evening Kayak Tour$156.39 5.0Guided 3-Day Kayak and Wildcamp Tour in Stockholm Archipelago$803.37 4.5Stockholm Evening Kayak with BBQ – Small Group$143.95 4.5Sunset Kayak Tour in the Stockholm Archipelago + Swedish Fika$191.57 5.0Self-Guided Kayak Adventure In Central Stockholm (Two-man kayak)$32.97 5.02-day kayaking adventure around Vaxholm in Stockholm Archipelago – self guided$288.54 5.03-day kayaking adventure around Vaxholm in Stockholm Archipelago – self guided$342.04

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