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Kayak and Wild Camp Sweden's West Coast Archipelago

Explore the beautiful Bohuslän archipelago and wild camp on idyllic beaches

What's Included?

  • Maximum group size: 8Join small n’ sociable groups of like-minded, active and outdoorsy people – designed to be solo-friendly

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Highlights

  • Kayak the Bohuslän archipelago - 8,000 wild and mostly uninhabited islands and one of Europe’s must-do locations for sea kayaking

  • Paddle your way from the sheltered, inner islands to the rocky outer archipelago and wild camp in remote and deserted locations

  • Learn about the area’s rich history and diverse flora and fauna and visit local fishing villages to absord some traditional Scandinavian culture

Itinerary

    Day 1

    The Bohuslän archipelago

    Kayaking
    5hrs
    Wild camping
    Twin share
    Lunch and dinner included
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    Meet your guide and the rest of your team in Gustafsberg, Uddevalla and after a safety and navigation briefing head to the launch point on the beautiful Bohuslän Archipelago. Paddle out, discover hidden passages, sandy beaches and natural rock formations and lose yourself amongst the region's 8,000 islands – most of them uninhabited. As the evening draws in, choose a secluded spot to set up camp, pitch your tent and cook dinner over the fire as you watch the sunset over the sea.

    Day 2

    Continue exploring

    Kayaking
    6hrs
    Wild camping
    Twin share
    All meals included
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    Have some breakfast, break camp and then get back on the water while developing your kayaking skills with the help of your expert guide. Continue exploring this maze of islets and stop for lunch on a remote beach – be on the lookout for seals. Set up camp on another deserted island, take an evening swim and relax around the campfire.

    Day 3

    The outer archipelago

    Kayaking
    5hrs
    Breakfast and lunch included
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    After another campfire breakfast, head to the exposed outer archipelago and a wide, blue horizon. The islands here will give you a different perspective on the whole coastline – wilder and more rugged. The water might also be slightly choppier as you near the open sea, but you'll be in safe hands. Make your way back to the rendezvous point, where you’ll say goodbye to your guide and team before heading to the airport and home.

Practical Stuff

Getting There

Nearest airport
Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)
Pick up
Gustafsberg, Uddevalla
09:00
Drop off
Gustafsberg, Uddevalla
17:00

Detailed Logistics

Transfers

Your host will meet you in Gustafsberg, Uddevalla and transport you to the launch site and back again.

Travel options

Gustafsberg, Uddevalla is situated 75km north of Gothenburg Airport and regular buses and trains link the two. A shuttle also runs to/from the bus/train station in Gothenburg. A private transfer can be arranged upon request.

What is and isn't Included?

What's included

Local, certified kayak guide

2 nights wild camping in remote locations

Munch on tasty food throughout

All local transportation

All your kayaking and camping equipment

Where You'll Stay

Private room upgrades are not available on this trip due to the nature of the accommodation.

Wild camping Sweden

Bohuslän

Stay

Bohuslän

Thanks to Sweden's right to public access, your group can set up camp on any island they wish. High quality twin-tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats and cooking equipment are all provided.

What You'll Eat

Food on this trip will be as local and organic as possible. Breakfast is a selection of müslis and yoghurts, with bread, cheese, salami, coffee or tea and juice. Lunch will be sandwiches and fruits with coffee or tea. In the evenings, you’ll cook din…

Food and Dietary info

Food on this trip will be as local and organic as possible. Breakfast is a selection of müslis and yoghurts, with bread, cheese, salami, coffee or tea and juice. Lunch will be sandwiches and fruits with coffee or tea. In the evenings, you’ll cook dinner together around the fire using as many fresh ingredients as possible; an example would be soup with fresh fish and shrimp. If you have any special dietary requests, let your host know in advance and they will do their best to accommodate them.

Optional Extras

Transfers

Transfer from Gothenburg Airport
Transfer to Gothenburg Airport

To request any extras, message your host via your Much Better Adventures account once you have booked your trip.

All extras must be paid before your trip starts.

Ratings & Reviews

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Latest Reviews

  • Hannah

    The kit was all really good - and in great condition. The guide looked after us well and was super friendly.

  • Ralph

    If you are reading this, book the trip. The setting is truly awesome and the hosts - Joakim, Karoline, and Jarno - are just as fantastic. Joakim made sure we all had a holiday - it was not a route-march on kayaks, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was relaxed. Seals were spotted, and much fun was had. A magical trip which I highly recommend.

  • Richard

    Fantastic mini-adventure with my son. Oscar was a great guide. We had good conditions and great organisation - the fish soup was memorable for all the right reasons!

  • Zoe

    Nothing - 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!

  • Christoph

    Great guide and great Nationalpark.

  • Kyle

    Very well organised and great equipment provided. Incredible scenery and a wonderful time all round.

  • Alex

    Enthusiasm and knowledge of the guide were great. Equipment, weather and company also.

  • Christine

    The group, the tour guide, nature, the route, the food - simply put: everything was amazing!

  • Freddie

    The food was brilliant and the whole organisation of the trip was excellent. Our guide Jano was also friendly, knowledgeable and generally brilliant. All of the camping gear was also new or in very good condition as was the kayaking equipment.

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  • The kit was all really good - and in great...

    Hannah September 2019
    The kit was all really good - and in great condition. The guide looked after us well and was super friendly.
  • If you are reading this, book the trip. The...

    Ralph September 2019
    If you are reading this, book the trip. The setting is truly awesome and the hosts - Joakim, Karoline, and Jarno - are just as fantastic. Joakim made sure we all had a holiday - it was not a route-march on kayaks, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was relaxed. Seals were spotted, and much fun was had. A magical trip which I highly recommend.
  • Fantastic mini-adventure with my son. Oscar...

    Richard September 2019
    Fantastic mini-adventure with my son. Oscar was a great guide. We had good conditions and great organisation - the fish soup was memorable for all the right reasons!
  • Nothing - although the planned trip could n...

    Zoe August 2019
    Nothing - 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!
  • Great guide and great Nationalpark. ...

    Christoph August 2019
    Great guide and great Nationalpark.
  • Very well organised and great equipment pro...

    Kyle August 2019
    Very well organised and great equipment provided. Incredible scenery and a wonderful time all round.
  • Enthusiasm and knowledge of the guide were...

    Alex August 2019
    Enthusiasm and knowledge of the guide were great. Equipment, weather and company also.
  • The group, the tour guide, nature, the rout...

    Christine August 2019
    The group, the tour guide, nature, the route, the food - simply put: everything was amazing!
  • The food was brilliant and the whole organi...

    Freddie August 2019
    The food was brilliant and the whole organisation of the trip was excellent. Our guide Jano was also friendly, knowledgeable and generally brilliant. All of the camping gear was also new or in very good condition as was the kayaking equipment.

Before You Travel

What to Pack

Backpack with hiking gear laid out

Know before you go! Some stuff we'll provide, other things you'll need to bring.

Kit List

What's included?
  • Kayak and paddling equipment (paddle, buoyancy aid, spray skirt)
  • Twin tent
  • Sleeping mat and thermarest
  • Camping stove and food utensils
What do I need to bring?
  • Clothes for paddling - (quick-drying synthetic or woollen shirt, bathing trunks, wind jacket)
  • Shoes for paddling (water-resistant sandals, neoprene shoes or Crocs)
  • Wind/rain jacket and trousers
  • Warm change of clothes (a hat and a warm fleece will keep you happy)
  • Bathing suit and towel
  • Sleeping bag
  • Toiletries
  • Suncream
  • Cap/hat
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Headlamp/torch
  • Camera
  • Mobile phone
  • Personal medicine if required (please inform your guide in case of emergency)

FAQs

There are plenty of fishing villages with top up points that you will pass.

Any excess luggage can be safely stored with your host while you are kayaking.

For current advice about travelling in Sweden, have a read of the UK Foreign Office pages here.

Sure can! Over 70% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

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Much Better Adventures refer to the UK Government’s official travel advice when designing trips and monitoring trip operations. We recommend that all customers are familiar with the practical information provided on the Government’s FCDO website, where current travel advice can be found by searching for the applicable destination(s).

For customers joining this trip from other international destinations – please also read the official travel advice applicable to your country of residence/origin, as this may differ.

We recommend checking out the country-specific information and also talking to a travel nurse.

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Our trips are typically made up of a mixture of solo travellers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.

Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way. Check out our Community Values – a shared code to make sure that everyone's experience is safe, inclusive and brilliantly unforgettable.

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We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity.

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