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15 Kayak Trips in Scandinavia Worth Booking

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Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 kayak trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings - Meeting the guide beside Aurora Fokus cinema
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Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

1.Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 333 reviews · from $191Our pick

Join Sommarøy Adventure Tromsø for a five-hour winter sea-kayaking trip from the city. Guides such as Rune and Eamonn provide drysuits, boots, gloves, safety coaching, and a gentle pace for beginners. Paddle beneath snowy peaks, watch for seals and sea eagles, and finish with hot drinks by the fire.

“Rune the your guide and his girlfriend were amazing, the activity was amazing and really fun, the your guides were lovely and very friendly, definitely would recommend this activity.”

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Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour - Paddling through the small islands
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Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

2.Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 322 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

Paddle a double kayak from Eggum between small islands beneath the Lofoten midnight sun. English, Spanish, and German-speaking guides such as Lucio, Israel, and Santi provide instruction, local stories, hot drinks, and snacks during an island stop. No previous kayaking experience is needed.

“My friends and I had such an amazing time on this excursion. The company also let us know that the day we booked would be pretty windy so they let us go on a different day which was incredible and not windy. Midnight sun activities are already my favorite and being on the water was beautiful. Israel was the best guide!”

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1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour - Kayak instruction before the open water
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1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour

3.1-Day Small-Group Stockholm Archipelago Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 266 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $223Top rated

Meet in Stockholm at 9:00 am, then drive to Dalarö for a full day among the islands. Guides such as Marcus, Andrew, Lucas, and Daniel provide kayak instruction, safety help, nature stories, and a campfire lunch with Swedish snacks. Expect scenic paddling, changing weather, and a real upper-body workout.

“Wonderful tour with great hosts. Would highly recommemd but just consider that it is definitely a workout. Especially if it is a windy day the waves can be quite high. We did take double kayaks so that was a bit easier. Also the lunch was nice and fun to watch it be cooked over the campfire. Also it was not a full 8 hours of kayaking and a good amount of breaks in between.”

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Stavanger: Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord - Meeting Nordic Paddling near Dørvika Beach
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Stavanger: Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

4.Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 200 reviews · 3 hours · from $145

From Nordic Paddling’s base near Dørvika Beach, you’ll learn basic paddling skills before touring Lysefjord for about 2.5 hours. Guides such as Sini, Sandra, Camilla, and Jonas share local stories as you pass gorges, waterfalls, Refsa dock, and Vagabonds Cave. Kayaks, paddles, splash gear, and buoyancy aids are included.

“what an incredible afternoon. the Fjord is stunning and we loved every minute of it !! Lovisa, our guide, was very helpful and made us feel at ease.”

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Stockholm City Kayak Tour - City Hall gives the tour its first big view
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Stockholm City Kayak Tour

5.Stockholm City Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $79

Explore Stockholm by double sea kayak with an English-speaking guide such as Oline, Matej, Filippa, or Misael. After a safety briefing, paddle past City Hall, Gamla Stan, Riddarholmen, Södermalm, Långholmen, and possibly Reimersholme. Summer tours last two hours, while winter outings run four hours with drysuits, gloves, and a warm snack.

“It was beautiful to see Stockholm by kayak! We enjoyed the stories of the prison and of Alfred Nobel’s experiments.”

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Bergen: Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour - Leaving Bergen and crossing to the islets
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Bergen: Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour

6.Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 190 reviews · 5 hours · from $198

Leave Bergen’s Tourist Information with a guide such as Iris or Johann for a beginner-friendly paddle among Øygarden’s islets. Expect 3 to 3.5 hours on the water, local stories, birdlife, stable double kayaks, waterproof gear, a simple lunch, apple juice, and Norwegian waffles.

“This was our first experience with sea kayaking. We really enjoyed the tour around the tiny islands outside of Bergen. The guide was very kind, helpful and provided a lot of info about the local nature, fauna but also about the Norwegian life. The provided refreshment was excellent as even a gluten free option was provided. The only disadvantage was a relatively long way from the center of Bergen (aprox 40 minutes drive). I would recommend the tour to everyone who wants to experience a nice and unusual outdoor activity and wants to escape the crowded Bergen city center”

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Stockholm: Guided Kayak City Tour & Optional Midsummer Meal - Getting started in a stable two-person kayak
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Stockholm: Guided Kayak City Tour & Optional Midsummer Meal

7.Guided Kayak City Tour & Optional Midsummer Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 170 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $76

See Stockholm from the water in a stable two-person kayak on a small-group tour of up to 10 people. Guides such as Johan, Merlin, Martin, and Michelle keep beginners on track, share city stories, and pause for rests. Choose a morning paddle or an evening outing with a Swedish meal.

“Great tour leader - very calm and knowledgeable. I say calm because during some choppy waves from passing boats and getting accidentally hit from another kayak, tipped me into the water and out of my kayak, The tour leader stayed very calm and helped me get to a place that he could help get me out of the water and back into the kayak. Very reassuring when I did start paddling with the group again. Highly recommend your company.”

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Stockholm: Winter Kayaking, Swedish Fika and hot Sauna Experience - Suiting up for the cold
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Stockholm: Winter Kayaking, Swedish Fika and hot Sauna Experience

8.Winter Kayaking, Swedish Fika and hot Sauna Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 156 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $160

Trade central Stockholm for a small-group winter kayak trip near Vaxholm. Guide Sam, Jules, Rowan, Carl, Karl, and others lead beginners through icy channels in fully equipped sea kayaks, followed by fika, sauna time, and an optional cold plunge. The 3-hour outing accepts up to eight people.

“The kayaking is about 30 minutes outside of downtown Stockholm, so it's a good half day commitment. Getting suited up for winter kayaking was an adventure in itself. The scenery was pretty and our guide, Rowan, was both patient and fun.”

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Midnight Sun Kayak - Northern Explorer - Meeting at 10pm, then getting ready on shore
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Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

9.Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $104

Meet at Eggum Harbour at 10pm for a three-hour double-kayak trip along Lofoten’s coast. Guides such as Lucio, Israel, and Santiago provide safety help, local stories, photos, hot tea, and snacks. From August, the start time shifts with sunset.

“It was just awesome! Israel and Louis were so wonderful…so personable. Great safety brief; took lots of photos of everyone paddling; provided tea and cookies on a break; gave us local history and pointed out wildlife. Got to see eagles, baby sea gulls and an owl! Our guides were very respectful of the wildlife. Very easy to get to the meeting point and plenty of parking. We highly recommend you stay up and do this fun trip!”

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Stockholm: Archipelago Islands Kayak Tour and Outdoor Picnic - Getting to Skärgårdens Kanotcenter from Stockholm
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Stockholm: Archipelago Islands Kayak Tour and Outdoor Picnic

10.Archipelago Islands Kayak Tour and Outdoor Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 150 reviews · from $121

Paddle a single or double sea kayak through Stockholm’s archipelago with guides such as Max, Jessica, Teresa, or Florian. Choose a 4-hour fika tour or a 6-hour route with a BBQ lunch, wildlife, Vaxholm Fortress, and time for a Baltic swim.

“We had a wonderful time on this kayak excursion! It was a lovely day around Vaxholm and the archipelago. Reba was a really fun guide and the instruction and stories were excellent. The Fula and swim was a highlight! Would recommend to anyone looking for a day excursion in the area.”

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Guided Kayak Tour Bergen - Paddling among the Øygarden islands
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Guided Kayak Tour Bergen

11.Guided Kayak Tour Bergen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 4 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $204

Leave central Bergen with guides such as Victor, Iris, or Andreas for a beginner-friendly paddle around Øygarden’s islets. Expect double kayaks, safety instruction, birdlife, clear water, local food, and about 2 to 2.5 hours on the North Sea. Lunch and transport are included.

“Great experience! Our guide was crazy and fun! She shared stories of wild sheep (🐑—🙄), we tasted seaweed (surprisingly tasty), saw oysters, starfish and jellyfish and enjoyed our lunch (even the weird cheese on a 🧇) after our workout! Just do it, have fun and get outside! Kristin from Oregon 😂”

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Sea Kayaking In Ålesund - Brosundet and Ålesund from water level
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Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

12.Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Meet at Brunholmen, gear up, and paddle Ålesund’s waterways with guides such as Linda, Daniel, Patrick, or Kristoff. Expect safety instruction, local stories, photo stops, and views of painted buildings and the coast. Departures run throughout the day, including evening light.

“Andrea was so great. Made sure we all had a great time despite the weather. It was fabulous and we were glad we did it. What a neat way to see the town.”

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Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Kayak - Paddling through small islands and open sea
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Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Kayak

13.Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $212

Leave central Stockholm by minivan for an eight-hour sea-kayaking day among islands, bird colonies, beaches, and old fortresses. Guides such as Tigho, Jasper, Patrick, and Ben provide patient instruction, keep groups together, and include lunch and Swedish fika. Beginners age 10 and up can join with an adult.

“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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Stockholm: Kayaking tour around Vaxholm Archipelago with Fika - Vaxholm Fortress and the defense of Stockholm
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Stockholm: Kayaking tour around Vaxholm Archipelago with Fika

14.Kayaking tour around Vaxholm Archipelago with Fika

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $171

Paddle calm Baltic waters around Vaxholm with a guide such as Sam, Carl, Jenny, or Karl. Expect sea kayaks, island stops, local stories, wildlife, and a Swedish fika with coffee, tea, snacks, and pastries. Half-day and full-day options are available.

“we had such an amazing day out on the water! samuel, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable about the area and was sure to tell us all about the history of the archipelago. he was also sure to make sure we were all able to keep up and enjoy the kayaking itself-our group had all levels of kayaking experience and noone was left behind or struggling at all. the fika was fantastic. we pulled up onto a little island and all set up a lovely little picnic and explored for about an hour. i can't recommend this tour highly enough-if i end up returning to vaxholm or stockholm i will…”

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Stockholm: Full-Day Archipelago Kayaking Adventure - Meeting at The Green Trails office
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Stockholm: Full-Day Archipelago Kayaking Adventure

15.Full-Day Archipelago Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 89 reviews · from $203

Meet The Green Trails at its central Stockholm office, then ride 30 minutes by air-conditioned minivan to the islands. Your guide teaches basic kayaking, leads a route through rugged waterways, serves island lunch and fika, and may add a swim, hike, cliff jump, eagle sighting, or seal watch.

“The weather was very nice, the scene is beautiful. We have done a total 10km kayaking with enough time to sun bathing and swimming. The water is super clean and clear, we could see the bottom of the water. Viktor is a very nice guide that he prepared lots of food and drinks for us during the trip. He also cares a lot about whether we enjoy the trip and adjust the trip. Overall, I enjoyed the kayaking experience a lot.”

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