Hiking Tour, Stockholm Archipelago Trail – Nåttarö, one day

Spend a day in Stockholm’s most unique & unspoiled nature: together we discover the Stockholm Archipelago! By mixing the best parts of the famous Stockholm Archipelago Trail with our own secret off-trail sections, we discover the very best of Nåttarö. This is where the Baltic Sea meets the granite cliffs & wild forest.

This hike takes us into the Stockholm archipelago — a world of ferry rides, winding island trails and smooth granite rocks shaped by ice and water over thousands and thousands of years. We cover parts of the famous Stockholm Archipelago Trail, but take you off-trail as well to find those truly hidden gems, secluded & pristine. We take the ferry and leave mainland behind little by little. Buildings become islands, islands become smaller islands until we get to the destination of the day: Nåttarö. We travel through landscapes where red cottages occasionally appear between the trees, boats drift by in the distance and the sea always seems to find its way back into view. Getting there is part of the day itself.

Highlights

Ferry ride through the Stockholm archipelago
Guided hike on one of the archipelago islands
The best parts of the Stockholm Archipelago Trail, section Nåttarö
Hidden gems only found off-trail with our local guides
Coastal trails, rocky landscapes and sea views
Swedish outdoor lunch and fika
Small groups and a relaxed pace
Possibility for a swim during warmer months

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Other Hikers on TripAdvisor…

”My boyfriend and I just returned from our trip and I cannot thank our tour guides enough for making the experience so great. They were so knowledgeable and we ended up being the only ones on that tour that day so it felt like a very personable VIP experience. We were taken on all sorts of different habitats within the nature hike. Great for pictures and just soaking in on Swedish native wildlife. We chatted a ton and bonded eating our vegetarian lunches, it felt like we were hanging out and having a nature day with some friends. I highly recommend them for there professionalism and just overall attention to having customers experience something memorable. Thanks again I hope to be back!”

”It was absolutely worth the money! Our guide Manny was friendly and very knowledgable and passionate about the forest. He was happy to chat with us and give us information on the forest, but he also knew how to keep quiet so we could all enjoy the peacefulness of the area. The group was small with just 7 of us plus Manny so that meant we could ask lots of questions. We hiked for about 2 hours then stopped for lunch which was freeze dried reindeer stew. Manny showed us how to build a fire (I got to light it myself with a tinder stick and knife!). Sitting at lunch on a rock overlooking a lake, you couldn’t hear anything except nature’s sounds. It was beautiful. Then Manny took us ‘off-track’ for the second part of our hike, which made us feel like we were really immersed in the landscape. Overall it was an awesome day!”

”We booked an all-day hike with Pieter after reading other travelers’ reviews of his tours. We weren’t disappointed! The weather was beautiful, Pieter was fun, informative and well-organized, and we had a wonderful day walking off-trail through the gorgeous Tyresta national forest. I highly recommend this activity if you want to learn about and enjoy the natural beauty around Stockholm.”

”I recommend The Green Trails without any doubt ! We were looking for an off trail nature hike not too far from the swedish capital and we were very filled with happiness after the trip. The guide is very kind and everything is managed properly. We loved as well the philosophy of this compagny which is respectul about the natural environment (from the delicious food wich is vegan to the efforts made to keep the area clean) . Do not hesitate !”

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About the hike

The Stockholm Archipelago Trail: we will cover the best parts of the Stockholm Archipelago Trail, Nåttarö section. This famous through-hike is a fantastic way to see the Archipelago, and it is conveniently divided up in day sections. And if you (only) have an entire day to spend, we strongly believe that Nåttarö is the best choice: it is part of the outer archipelago, making the landscapes more spectacular. Many islands closer inland have more of a mainland-feel to them, where as Nåttarö shows off those ancient cliffs and wild overall feel. Making most of van transport and taking in the duration of ferries, Nåttarö is your best bet.

But we won't follow it blindly: the best parts of Nåttarö are found off-path, and are not part of the Stockholm Archipelago Trail. And taking you to hidden gems is what our guides are great at! As a bonus you will learn how to navigate in the wild, with & without compass, and learn other key skills about nature and the local flora & fauna.

The scenery: we follow trails across island landscapes where forests meet open coastlines, and narrow paths lead over smooth rocks and along the water. Sometimes we hike along the coast. But we don't stick to the trails. Oh no. The wildest part of the Archipelago is found when you go off them. We will show you secluded scenery without other tourists as from a post card! Along the way your guide shares stories about the archipelago, Swedish outdoor culture and life on these islands. The Stockholm archipelago consists of around 30,000 islands, skerries and rocks. We stop for a Swedish outdoor lunch and coffee break surrounded by nature. There is time to sit on the rocks, watch boats pass by, explore a little or simply enjoy doing very little for a moment — a Scandinavian specialty. During warmer months there is also time for a swim. Baltic Sea water has a way of making people feel very awake and very alive at exactly the same time.

Itinerary

Rendez vous at the meeting point
Briefing about trip & the area
Transfer by minivan to ferry departure harbor
Ferry transfer, enjoying the scenery
Explore Nåttarö!
Hike off-trail
Scenic coffee break
Lunch @ lake
Swim?!
Orienteering, tracking etc
Ferry back to mainland
Minivan transfer back to the meeting point

Included in the tour

Pickup & drop off in central Stockholm
Both ferry rides to and from the island of Nåttarö
Guided hiking tour with outdoor guide
Basic bush-craft, orienteering etc
Lunch
Swedish fika (coffee with pastries)
Small group, average 3-6 travelers per guide (max 8)

Meeting point

We meet @ our Urban Basecamp in the heart of Södermalm (Tideliusgatan 62, 118 69 Stockholm).

Other important information

This tour involves active physical motion and being in healthy shape is therefore required.
Not suitable for children below 14 on a scheduled departure. During a private booking there is no age limit.

Booking

Our hiking day trip has student- and youth discounts. These only apply with:
Student: valid student- and ID cards. Does not apply for PHD students. Max age 25.
Child: valid ID card. Max age 15.

Doesn't our schedule suit you? Send us a message and we'll see what we can do!

Other tours in Stockholm

To increase your chance to see wildlife watching combine the hike with our Wildlife Safari. And if you'd rather spend the day on the water exploring the archipelago you might want to have a look at the Kayak Tour! Want to see the archipelago but in a less active way? Try out Sailing! If you're into multiple-day trips we've got you covered as well. Check out out 3-day Kayaking Trip, the overnight 3-day High Coast Hike or our one night Nature Camping Stockholm tour and last but not least our multi day sailing cruise.

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