Stockholm

15 Best Stockholm Kayak Tours

You can paddle straight through central Stockholm, and this is my shortlist of outfits that do it right. City paddles suit first-timers; archipelago day trips ask more of your shoulders. The season runs roughly May to September, so book inside it.

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

Discover Stockholm's winter beauty with a kayaking tour featuring scenic archipelago views, Swedish fika, and a warm sauna — an authentic outdoor experience.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“What an absolutely magical experience! The ice threw us off our original plans. But the guides were amazing and made the experience even better than anything we could have imagined.”

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2.1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour

Discover the Stockholm archipelago via kayaking on a small-group tour, with expert guides, delicious lunch, and stunning island scenery—ideal for adventure seekers and nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“Loved this! Great guide, fabulous scenery, and those wild boar sausages were to die for….amazing tour, we’ll be back!”

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4.Stockholm City Kayak Tour

Experience Stockholm from a fresh perspective with this beginner-friendly kayak tour. Enjoy iconic sights, expert guides, and a healthy dose of adventure.

★ 5.0

“Today proved to be an excellent day to kayak with this company. We had the opportunity to make it around the island and back, due to favourable conditions. Learned much about the city during the tour. It was a great way to see the city…”

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

Discover Stockholm from the water on a guided kayak tour. Enjoy stunning island views, expert guides, and an optional Swedish dinner—perfect for adventurous travelers.

★ 4.6

“Merlin was our guide and was amazing! The weather was not the best but she put us at ease and told us exactly how to get through the wind conditions safely while crossing the harbor. We had a great time and learned some fun facts…”

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

Experience Stockholm’s winter beauty with kayaking, fika, and a relaxing sauna. Discover tranquil islands, stunning scenery, and cozy Swedish traditions.

★ 5.0

“We had such a memorable experience on this kayak tour earlier this month. Our small group had a mix of experience levels, but Karl, our guide, made everyone feel comfortable and confident from the start. His knowledge of the region was incredible, and the scenery…”

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7.Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Kayak

Explore Stockholm's stunning archipelago by kayak with expert guides, organic lunch, and small groups—an authentic adventure for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“Highly recommended experience. Jasper (our guide) made sure we had a great time, everyone was safe and included as well as making sure that the individual nutritional requirements for each participant were met. Will definetly book this experience again. Thank you.”

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8.Stockholm: Kayaking tour around Vaxholm Archipelago with Fika

Discover Stockholm’s stunning archipelago on a beginner-friendly kayaking tour from Vaxholm, with guided stops, scenic views, and a cozy fika break.

★ 5.0

“Kayaking through the Stockholm archipelago with Karl was an unforgettable experience! 🛶 His calm, confident guidance made everyone feel safe and at ease, no matter their skill level. Karl knew the best hidden spots, from quiet coves to breathtaking viewpoints, and shared fascinating insights about…”

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9.Stockholm: Full-Day Archipelago Kayaking Adventure

Discover Stockholm’s stunning archipelago on a full-day kayaking adventure, including guided routes, island lunch, and wildlife spotting—an authentic water-based experience.

★ 4.9

“Our experience was wonderful from start to finish. Our guide, Pierre, made our day so great and went out of his way to make sure our expectations were met and exceeded. We learned so much about the Swedish Archipelago. Felt we were really immersed into…”

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12.Stockholm: Sunset Archipelago Kayaking & Toast on the Water

Discover Stockholm’s stunning archipelago with a sunset kayaking tour that combines peaceful waters, wildlife spotting, and a cozy toast on the water.

★ 5.0

“An amazing time. Had booked a group tour but it ended up being just me and the guide who was absolutely lovely. Highly recommend”

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15.Guided Kayak Tour in Central Stockholm

Explore Stockholm from a fresh perspective with a guided kayak tour through scenic canals, led by friendly guides in small groups—an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“We had a great tour with Bobby as our guide. He was very informative about the different sights. It poured rain midway through our tour but we all still had fun. Would highly recommend to see Stockholm from a different point of view.”

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5.0Sunset Kayak Tour in Central Stockholm and Swedish Fika4 hours (approx.)$147.14 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 3.7Stockholm Evening Kayak with BBQ.$141 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 Archipelago1 day 8 hours (approx.)$623.75 5.0Stockholm City Evening Kayak Tour4 hours (approx.)$169.01 4.5Sunset Kayak Tour in the Stockholm Archipelago + Swedish Fika5 hours (approx.)$215.95 5.0Sunset kayak tour with fika on Stockholms lakeside5 hours (approx.)$107.77 5.0Guided 3-Day Kayak and Wildcamp Tour in Stockholm Archipelago$803.37 4.5Stockholm Evening Kayak with BBQ – Small Group$143.95 5.0Self-Guided Kayak Adventure in Central Stockholm (Two-Man Kayak)2 hours (approx.)$32.95