Top 15 Stockholm Kayak Tours

1.Winter Kayaking, Swedish Fika, and Hot Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 817 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $138Our pick

Paddle among icy islands, cottages, wildlife, and Vaxholm Fortress with a small group and English-speaking guide. Your dry suit, boots, gloves, fika, photos, and kayak are provided. Add the wood-fired sauna and Baltic Sea polar plunge for a memorable finish.

“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

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

Meet at 9:00 in Stockholm, then drive to Dalarö for a full day among the islands. Your guide teaches kayaking, leads the route, cooks lunch over a campfire, and shares local knowledge. Expect a small group of eight or fewer, Swedish snacks, wildlife, and a real workout in windy weather.

“A very informative kayak experience everyone looking for fun lake activities in Stockholm should have!”

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3.Archipelago Islands Kayak Tour and Outdoor Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 227 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $154

Paddle calm Baltic waters with an English-speaking guide such as Sam, Carl, Max, or Paul. Choose a four-hour fika trip or longer outing with a BBQ lunch, then add a sauna. Beginners are welcome, but you need reasonable fitness and must be able to swim.

“We saw several islands by kayak. It was the first time we went by kayak on the sea, and the experience was great. Sam prepared us very well in advance, resulting in a safe and fully enjoyable experience. Would recommend 100%”

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4.Guided Kayak City Tour & Optional Midsummer Meal

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

See Stockholm from its waterways on a relaxed small-group kayak tour for up to 10 people. You’ll paddle a stable double kayak close to shore with an English-speaking guide such as Johan, Merlin, or Martin, stopping for city stories and views. Choose the evening option to add a Swedish dinner.

“To explore a new city from the water side gives the chance for a lot of different views. To do this by kayak adds the exercise point. Our tour was with Pete who managed to organise this sportive activity very well and safe so that everyone had an enjoyable afternoon. At several points of interest, e.g. the Stockholm City Hall, he provided us with funny stories and special information about the city. I would recommend such a tour to anyone who wants to do more to get to know new places.”

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5.2-Hour Guided Kayak Tour in City Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 137 reviews · 2 hours · from $65

Join an English- or Swedish-speaking guide from Långholmen Kajak for two hours on Stockholm’s waterways. Paddle stable two-person kayaks past City Hall, Gamla Stan, Långholmen prison, Norr Mälarstrand, and Reimersholme. Beginners and children with a parent are welcome, but all participants must be able to swim.

“I went for solo kayak, be warned you will have to row harder and are slightly less stable, the kayaks have rudders which can be tough to get used to however I enjoyed the host and got to break out the cobwebs from not kayaking in a while. You may get your trousers wet so I'd recommend you dress appropriately”

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6.Stockholm Archipelago Tour by Kayak

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

Leave central Stockholm by minivan for a guided day of kayaking among Baltic islands. The Green Trails supplies boats, safety gear, dry bags, lunch, and fika. Small groups, patient guides such as Tigho, Jasper, Patrick, and Ben, and a 10-year minimum age make this a friendly first sea-kayaking outing.

“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 sandy beach was a cherry on top. We enjoyed the vegetarian lunch and fika was also very good. It was a great experience overall, would definitely do it again with other friends. P.S: The trivia told by Patrick was also very interesting and thanks for the driving tips :)”

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7.Sunset Kayak Tour on Lake Mälaren with Tea & Cake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $109

Join Simas and Lake Life Stockholm for a 4.5-hour sunset kayak trip on Lake Mälaren. After a safety briefing, paddle about 7 km past islands and a nature reserve, stop for homemade cake and tea or coffee, and watch for beavers in the evening light.

“Lovely evening with many beautiful views. Experienced guide who helped us and made us feel safe.”

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8.Kayaking tour around Vaxholm Archipelago with Fika

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

Leave Stockholm for a half or full day of sea kayaking around Vaxholm. With guides such as Sam, Carl, Jenny, and Karl, you’ll paddle between islands, see Vaxholm Fortress and Ytterby, and stop for Swedish fika on shore. Gear, snacks, coffee, and waterproof bags are included.

“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 the nature, wildlife, and local culture along the way. The pace was perfect, the gear was top-notch, and the scenery was absolutely stunning. This tour was the highlight of our trip—thank you, Karl , for an incredible adventure!”

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9.Full-Day Archipelago Kayaking Adventure

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

Spend eight hours kayaking Stockholm’s outer islands with The Green Trails. Your English or Swedish-speaking guide teaches basic paddling, serves island lunch and Swedish fika, and leads short walks to fine viewpoints. Swimming, cliff jumping, seals, and white-tailed eagles are possible, weather permitting.

“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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10.Self Guided Kayak Adventure in Nature Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $44Best value

Set out from Skärgårdens Kanotcenter for a self-guided kayak day in Bogesund Nature Reserve. You get a single or double sea kayak, safety gear, map, briefing, and route advice, then paddle at your own pace among islands, oak woods, farms, and quiet picnic spots.

“Ready for us at our arrival, had lots of good equipment, really easy overall.”

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11.Self Guided Kayak Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $45

Start near Central Station and paddle Klara sjö on your own route. Stockholm Adventures provides a Prijon kayak, paddle, life vest, spray deck, map, and a short lesson. You get city views without a fixed group itinerary, but you must steer yourself.

“It was nice to get on the water. It was calm, but in the city. So nice.”

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12.Winter Kayaking Tour through the City Centre

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 48 reviews · 3 hours · from $134

Spend three hours kayaking Stockholm’s frozen-season waterways with guides such as Bobby and Emil. Dry suits, winter shoes, gloves, and safety gear are included. You’ll paddle past City Hall, Kungsholmen, Södermalm, and Gamla Stan in a small group of up to 10, with no experience required.

“Loved every minute of it! Bobbi was very kind, and the experience as such was truly great!! Thank you!”

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13.Sunset Kayak Tour in the City + Swedish Fika

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31 reviews · 4 hours · from $149

Meet at Rålis Kayak on Kungsholmen for a safety briefing, then paddle tandem kayaks past Langholmen, Södermalm, Gamla Stan, and more. Guide Bobby is praised for keeping the trip friendly and informative. A fika of coffee and pastries breaks up the 3 hours on the water.

“It’s one of the best ways to admire the beauty of Stockholm! Very beginner friendly. Our guide Bobby also made the journey light and interesting!”

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14.Sunset Kayak Tour in Central Stockholm and Swedish Fika

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $147

Kayak through central Stockholm with guides such as Bobby, Bobbi, Hannes, and Jacob, stopping for organic Swedish fika by the water. Expect a safety briefing, city stories, coffee, tea, and about four hours on the water. This is an active tour, with some outings covering roughly 15 kilometers.

“Good instructions for first timers, nice smooth ride. We stopped at a park for fika and ended with fantastic views of city hall and other central buildings.”

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15.PRIVATE Sunset Kayaking in Stockholm Archipelago Nature Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $264

Guide Aleksandra picks you up in Stockholm and drives about 40 minutes to the archipelago. You kayak the Baltic among small islands, stop for Swedish fika and snacks, and return at an easy pace. The private outing suits beginners and experienced paddlers, with space for up to four people.

“Gorgeous and easy, calm experience. It was a real treat for our family to be in nature, see cows and swans and fish and the sunset. Highly recommend!”

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