Kayaking and bivouacking on the islands of the Stockholm archipelago

We meet at 9am at the office south of Stockholm. After a drive to Dalarö, a charming coastal village, we prepare our kayaks and listen to a safety briefing before setting off. We'll start paddling between the islands and skerries that make up the Stockholm archipelago. Following natural channels, we pass through picturesque landscapes of rocks and small islands.

For lunch, we'll take a break on an island and prepare a hot meal around a fire. In the afternoon, we'll continue sailing towards Kymmendö, an island where we'll set up camp by the water. Once the camp is set up, we'll light a fire for dinner and organise the logistics for the night.

Note: Equipment must be kept to a strict minimum to optimise space in the kayaks. Sailing times may be affected by wind and currents. Itineraries may be modified by the guide depending on weather conditions.

After waking up in the middle of nowhere and enjoying a hearty breakfast, we load up the kayaks and set off for another day of adventure. We sail through narrow passages, where the shallow water reveals sandbanks and submerged rocks. The wild landscape of the archipelago is ideal for seabird watching.

In the late afternoon, we reach the island of Brännskär, a calm and protected place. We set up our bivouac on a sheltered site, perfect for resting after a hard day's work. A fire is lit for the evening meal, and we enjoy the unique atmosphere of our camp.

In the morning, after dismantling the camp, we load the kayaks and set off towards Biskopsön, an island at the heart of the archipelago. We pass through Långvisskär and Söderö, two islands exposed to the prevailing winds, which mark our transition to the more open sea. We pass through breathtaking landscapes, both wild and solitary.

Once we reach Biskopsön, we set up our bivouac close to the sea. Depending on the conditions, we may hear the seals that live around the island. In the evening, around the fire, we share a hot meal and enjoy the tranquillity of the site.

We start the day by dismantling the camp and loading the kayaks. We set off for Furuskär, a small island at the heart of a group of islands of varying sizes. On the way, we pass through quiet, uncrowded areas of the archipelago, where nature seems untouched.

Furuskär is a veritable sanctuary for seabirds, and we take the time to observe the various species that nest on the neighbouring islands. In the evening, we set up our bivouac and light a fire to warm up the meal. The atmosphere is calm and relaxing, ideal for a peaceful end to the day.

The day begins with another crossing of the archipelago, heading for Lilla Kaskär. This small island, with its narrow shape, offers a perfect location for a sheltered bivouac. We skirt islands with varied landscapes, where each passage seems to offer us a new view of the archipelago.

Lilla Kaskär is a popular spot for adventurers, due to its calm and isolated nature. Once we arrive, we set up our bivouac, light a fire and enjoy a hearty meal, before taking advantage of the evening to relax and chat.

Our last day on the water, we set off from Lilla Kaskär to explore a group of islands to the south of our camp. These less-frequented islands are crossed by narrow passages, not indicated on the maps, which add a touch of adventure to our route.

We take a break on a headland to admire the whole of the southern archipelago. After this final exploration, we head back to Dalarö, our starting point, where we meet for lunch. Then we organise our return to Stockholm.