Best of the west – 3 days
Days
2
Nights
Camping
SEK
The combination of a sea kayak and the West Sweden archipelago (Bohuslän) is among the most amazing experiences one can have. An absolute world class outdoor adventure. Our ambition is to pass on that feeling. We simply hope to create memories that will last a lifetime.
For three days / two nights we explore one of Bohuslän’s, and the world’s, finest paddling areas. We visit the most beautiful places, stay at the most idyllic beaches, look out for, and learn about, the area’s flora, fauna, history and traditions. We cook good food together and watch the sun set in the west.
Areas
West Sweden boasts mutiple wonderful areas for sea kayaking. Innumerable islands and skerries that offer sheltered waters, or exposed stretches of coast with the horizon as our neighbor. Listed below we mention a few. Depending on the prevailing wind and weather conditions we will choose the best possible option. If you, when you make your booking, are particularly curious in any of them, please let us know and we will take that into account.
• Koster Sea Marine National Park – A maze of islands in Sweden’s first marine national park. We look for seals and seabirds, visit Sweden’s westernmost lighthouse and glide around in an islands wonderland home to more than six thousand marine species.
• Fjällbacka archipelago – the essence of Bohuslän. A rich maritime history in a world of smooth, polished, gleaming red granite islands hiding sandy beaches, charming wooden houses and picturesque small fishing communities.
• Havstenssund archipelago – the hidden sea kayaking jewel of the coast. An archipelago divided by the islands Trossö, Kalvö and Lindö, that on one side hides a sheltered inner archipelago with sandy beaches and vegetated islands, and on the other offers an exposed archipelago of granite as beautiful as an archipelago ever can be.
• Orust west side – Käringön and Gullholmen are well known island communities, where houses friendly leaning against each other offer a classic view of Bohuslän. In a kayak Hermanö’s diverse and magnificent coastal scenery and Vallerös stunning sandy beaches are destinations you always long for.
Dates
Please klick “book”, check available dates in the calendar and book directly online.
Other dates by arrangement for groups of at least 4 people. Please e-mail us at bokning@upplevelsebolaget.com!
Available dates
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Testimonials
Nothing could have been better. Although the planned trip could not go ahead due to weather conditions, the alternative activities and accommodation arrangements were amazing. A great trip with awesome hosts!
Testimonials
Just want to thank you for the kayak trip with you. It was a really nice weekend even though I had a bit of a struggle with the waves sometimes ;) But I felt well taken care of and safe with your skills. (The only thing I missed was a paddle leash, I was a bit worried about losing it sometimes...) I would love to return on more guided tours!
Testimonials
Thank you for the wonderful kayaking days! Thinking of them with pleasure, it was as wonderful as always.
Testimonials
The tour in the Koster Sea was absolutely fantastic, thanks to the nice weather and the excellent guiding. I've dreamed of kayaking for several nights afterwards and I'm craving more trips and my own kayak.
Testimonials
Thank you for a great paddling weekend! Great experience! Nice, talented and committed leader who gave us clear instructions!
Testimonials
"It's a lot of sheep-shit," Neal said. And of course there is a lot of sheep on the islands around Fjällbacka, but it's also incredibly beautiful. Kayaking was new to me, it was fun and very relaxing. Oscar and Mia were just the right amount of energy and gave many useful tips (not to have the paddle upside down, for example...) The food was far beyond expectations and the tent and other equipment very good! Fun to try some different weather and wind, tranquility and a little more boat traffic. I'd love to join you on a longer trip if the opportunity arises!
Testimonials
Home again with many memories. It was a great trip and everyone is very happy. We got most of what you could wish for as beginners.
Testimonials
Thank you for a great experience! We had a very successful trip! On the positive side, I would especially like to emphasize: Flexibility and good organization in terms of changes in the plan according to weather conditions, good and competent guides, well planned length of the tour, and good food (Bohusburritos was super tasty). Extra plus for bringing some extra paddle jackets. Overall, we felt very well taken care of.
Testimonials
To be part of a community and experience at sea. Marvellous. Thank you to all of you.
Testimonials
Many thanks, Oskar, for kindness, patience and skillful navigation in the gneiss labyrinths of the Koster Sea paradise. Exciting and varied kayaking! Unexpected close encounters with giant black-backed gulls gave further thoughts...
Previous experience
You don’t need any prior knowledge to join us on this tour. The tour is a great introduction to kayak paddling, where we continuously practise the basic skills you need. We do, however, assume that you are able to swim and that you are at least 15 years old, or paddle in the company of a responsible adult.
Time & place
Vi meet at 09.00 in Upplevelseladan, Gustafsberg. The estimated return is at 17.00 on day three.
Included in the price
- All necessary paddling equipment (kayak, paddle, cockpit cover and life jacket).
- All food during the tour (friday lunch until sunday lunch)
- Tent and sleeping mat
- Cooking and eating utensils
- Transportation of you and all the equipment to and from launching and landing
- Cleaning of kayaks and equipment
- Guiding and instructions.
Food
Is there anything you can not tolerate or are allergic to, we will provide another option of course. Please contact us!
Eqiupment
We will bring:
- Kayak and necessary paddling equipment
- Tent (place in two man tent)
- Sleeping mat and Therm-a-rest-chair
- Camping stove and food utensils
You would like to bring:
- Clothes for paddling (quick drying synthetic or woolen shirt, bathing trunks, wind jacket)
- Shoes for paddling (water resistant sandals, neoprene shoes or Crocs)
- Wind-, rain jacket and trousers
- Warm change of clothes packed dry (a hat and a warm fleece will keep you happy)
- Bathing suit and towel
- Sleeping bag
- Toilette stuff
- Suns creen, cap, mosquito repellent
- Snacks, sweets and other types of energy boosts.
- Alcoholic drinks (if you like to sip on that during the sunset dinner)
- Headlamp / torch
- Camera with plenty of room on the memory card
There is no specific itinerary for this adventure.
Nothing could have been better. Although the planned trip could not go ahead due to weather conditions, the alternative activities and accommodation arrangements were amazing. A great trip with awesome hosts!
Just want to thank you for the kayak trip with you. It was a really nice weekend even though I had a bit of a struggle with the waves sometimes ;) But I felt well taken care of and safe with your skills. (The only thing I missed was a paddle leash, I was a bit worried about losing it sometimes...) I would love to return on more guided tours!
Thank you for the wonderful kayaking days! Thinking of them with pleasure, it was as wonderful as always.
The tour in the Koster Sea was absolutely fantastic, thanks to the nice weather and the excellent guiding. I've dreamed of kayaking for several nights afterwards and I'm craving more trips and my own kayak.
Thank you for a great paddling weekend! Great experience! Nice, talented and committed leader who gave us clear instructions!
"It's a lot of sheep-shit," Neal said. And of course there is a lot of sheep on the islands around Fjällbacka, but it's also incredibly beautiful. Kayaking was new to me, it was fun and very relaxing. Oscar and Mia were just the right amount of energy and gave many useful tips (not to have the paddle upside down, for example...) The food was far beyond expectations and the tent and other equipment very good! Fun to try some different weather and wind, tranquility and a little more boat traffic. I'd love to join you on a longer trip if the opportunity arises!
Home again with many memories. It was a great trip and everyone is very happy. We got most of what you could wish for as beginners.
Thank you for a great experience! We had a very successful trip! On the positive side, I would especially like to emphasize: Flexibility and good organization in terms of changes in the plan according to weather conditions, good and competent guides, well planned length of the tour, and good food (Bohusburritos was super tasty). Extra plus for bringing some extra paddle jackets. Overall, we felt very well taken care of.
To be part of a community and experience at sea. Marvellous. Thank you to all of you.
Many thanks, Oskar, for kindness, patience and skillful navigation in the gneiss labyrinths of the Koster Sea paradise. Exciting and varied kayaking! Unexpected close encounters with giant black-backed gulls gave further thoughts...











