What to expect:

All our tours are self-guided, meaning you set off independently with a detailled map and clear route description. You decide your own pace and where to stop along the way. This freedom offers flexibility as well as a touch of adventure. Since you navigate on your own, it is important to stay alert to changing conditions, such as the weather or the state of the route. Before departure, you will receive information from us to ensure you are well prepared.

On average, you will paddle or hike for 4–5 hours per day, allowing you to comfortably complete the tour within the indicated number of days. Not all lakes, rivers, and canals are connected, so land transfers are part of every trip.

Preparation & equipment

A good basic level of fitness is important: you will be active outdoors all day, in all kinds of weather. Bring layered clothing suitable for all weather conditions, rain is always a possibility. In spring and autumn (May, late August, September), nighttime temperatures can drop to around zero. A warm sleeping bag, hat, and gloves are therefore highly recommended. Woollen base layers and socks help keep you warm in almost all conditions.

We recommend doing a day trip or a workshop in your home country before your tour so you are familiar with the basic paddling skills.

Before departure

Your booking confirmation states the time you are expected and contains the necessary information for your trip and a packing list

During check-in, you will receive:

• Detailed map
• Route description
• Short introduction to equipment, technique, and safety
• Up-to-date information about the route, weather, and fire risk in the area
  
  

There is plenty of time to ask questions before departure.

After receiving your equipment and a short paddling instruction, your adventure begins.

On the way

During the trip, you will camp in nature at suitable locations in accordance with the Swedish Allemansrätten (Right of Public Access). Campingpspots are not marked but are easy to recognize from the water.

Use existing fire pits only, it is not permitted to create new ones.

When planning your day and route, take the weather into account. Wind in particular can be tricky when canoeing on lakes. Sometimes it is better to paddle very early in the morning or later in the evening when the wind is much calmer. On lakes, stay as close to the shoreline as possible so you are always near land in case of changing weather or, in the worst case, capsizing.

Do not underestimate water activities. Good tour planning and preparation significantly increase safety. Make sure your phone is easily accessible in a waterproof case in case of emergency.

Fishing: If you want to fish in Sweden, a fishing licence is required from the age of 16. You can purchase the fishing licence for Deglunden and Upplunden at the reception of Värmlandsgården. For other areas, you can purchase the permit online or at nearby businesses. Here you can see where and how you can buy them.

Here you can read more important information for your canoe tour