’Swedish Autumn’ during late summer Canoeing & Hiking trek
September 6 – 13, 2026
Olofström, Southern Sweden
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Group Size
max 9 participants
Number of participants
BLUE LABEL
“Natural Immersion”
Relaxed Adventure Tour
LEARN OUTDOOR SKILLS DURING SWEDISH AUTUMN
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Ingredients:
outdoor skills, nature, canoeing, hiking, campfire, navigation
Enrich your outdoor skills on our unforgettable journey through the Swedish wilderness.
Discover the enchanting wilderness of Southern Sweden during our unforgettable canoe and hiking trek.
Are you an adventurous outdoor enthusiast looking for a unique experience?
Do you want to take your outdoor skills to the next level?
Then this trip is especially for you!
A journey full of adventure and self-reliance
With us, it’s all about adventure & independence.
Every day you learn something new:
- Navigating with map and compass 🧭
- Lumbering 🪓
- Making a campfire 🔥
- Building shelter 🏕️
- Setting up tent sites 🏞️
- Tour preparation 📝
Our experienced guide is ready to assist you and teach you all the necessary skills.
This way, you can confidently embark on your next adventure independently.
Canoe & Hike adventure in the Swedish wilderness
Imagine trekking through the beautiful Swedish nature for over a week.
We start with a canoe adventure, where we have the freedom to moor wherever we want and spend the night on remote islands.
Here you will experience the real Allemansrätt, the right of everyone to enjoy nature.
And best of all?
In the canoe, we have enough space to bring all the food and drinks we need.
Weight restrictions? We don’t do that!
Not yet, anyway…
8-Day Trekking in Southern Sweden.
Learn Outdoor Skills in “the Wild”
- 3 days canoe trip
- 3 days trekking
- Learn essential outdoor skills
- Sleeping in a Vindskydd
- Visit original runic stones
- Southernmost wilderness in Sweden
- Experienced guide with local knowledge
- Maximum of 9 participants
Arctic Adventure Expeditions now not just for Arctic adventures.
From Sept. 13 to 20, we went with you to Sweden for a canoeing and hiking trip.
A super cool trip with lots of variety due to the combination of canoeing and hiking, a relaxed atmosphere and beautiful surroundings.
Wake up on a desert island, take a refreshing dip in the clear lakes and then warm up by the campfire.
Sail and wander through Sweden’s pristine nature. A trip with a nice mix of effort and relaxation.
Arranged to perfection by Henk-Jan.
If you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of Holland, I would highly recommend this trip!
GO ON AN ADVENTURE WITH THESE GUIDES
The Arctic Adventure A-Team
Our guides are there to guide your tour in the best way possible. They are fully part of the group and give space. Room for own initiative, own development and own opinions.
The attended first aid & guide training provide a good basis during adventure tours.
For us, it’s:”Out of your comfort zone. Within the safety zone. “
Hiking through enchanted landscapes
After three days of canoeing, we transition to hiking.
Armed with map & compass, we explore the breathtaking Skåne and Blekinge trail.
Surrounded by beautiful deciduous forests and lakes, we enjoy the peace and serenity of Swedish nature.
We simply have lunch when we are hungry, amidst the unspoiled beauty.
And in the evening, we spend the night in authentic Swedish “Vindskydd” shelters.
Here, we enjoy a good homemade campfire and freshly baked bread.
Rest, relaxation and a new mindset
This canoe and hiking trek is not only a physical challenge but also a mental journey.
During the trip, you will be surrounded by the tranquility of Swedish nature.
This gives you the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Everything goes a little slower here, and you can truly relax.
The effort and challenges along the way give you satisfaction. Especially when you have the fire going ;-)
You will find that after this trip, you are stronger, ready to take on new adventures.
An unforgettable experience and lasting memories
This canoe and hiking trek in Southern Sweden offers a complete experience.
You learn new outdoor skills, and you combine adventure, nature, skills, and relaxation.
After a week full of discoveries and experiences, you can look back on a trip full of highlights and special moments.
Enjoy the quiet meandering streams, the breathtaking landscapes, and the friendships that arise during this unforgettable journey.
As the final highlight of this trip, we will visit the largest rune stones in Europe. Placed there by the Vikings.
And we end with the apple-picking festival. A true Swedish Fika with coffee, cake and lots of cookies.
Ready for the adventure of a lifetime?
Join the Canoe & Hike Trail in southern Sweden and experience Swedish Autumn in a unique and active way.
Learn important outdoor skills, discover beautiful landscapes, and make lasting memories.
This trip is suitable for adventurous outdoor enthusiasts looking for a challenging and educational experience.
Will you take on the adventure?
Altitude Profile Late Summer Canoeing & Hiking Trekking in Southern Sweden
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Program Schedule Canoe & Hike Trail Sweden.
Wander over Swedish lakes and through open countryside.
Day 1: Arrival in Olofström
On your own you will come to the small town of Olofström. This is in the south of Sweden in the province of Blekinge.
We will meet at 19:00 for a joint dinner. Dinner also includes the briefing for the rest of the week
Here’s how to get to Olofström by car, train or plane.
Day 2: Canoe adventure begins
In the morning we prepare our canoes for departure. The day is all about paddling and enjoying the peace and beautiful nature. We explore the area by canoe and moor on uninhabited islands to pitch our tents. In the evening, we end the day with an atmospheric campfire.
Day 3: Exploring the lake system
After packing up our camp, we continue our canoe exploration of the lake system. During lunch we enjoy the waterfront and take a refreshing swim. At the end of the day, we again find a beautiful spot in nature to camp and bake our own bread over a campfire.
Day 4: Change to hiking
In the morning, we leave the canoes and continue north on foot. We can leave the non-essential luggage behind, as the canoe rental company will take it to our terminus. With a lighter backpack, we walk several kilometers along the Skåne Trail, surrounded by fragrant deciduous forests and the pristine Swedish wilderness.
Day 5: On the way to Blekinge trail
We continue our hike, swapping the Skåne trail for the Blekinge trail. Along the way, we occasionally encounter cottages and enjoy breathtaking views of the lakes. In the evening we end up at one of Sweden’s many wind shelters. Once again we light a campfire and enjoy fellowship.
Day 6: Back to Olofström
We walk quietly back to Olofström, with a lighter backpack and rolling landscapes around us. Upon arrival at the campground, a refreshing shower and a relaxing sauna await us. Also, the things we left behind earlier are here again. In the evening, we talk about the amazing week and enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant, while enjoying a good glass of wine or a Swedish delicacy.
Day 7: Rest day and cultural excursions
Today we will take time to relax and enjoy ourselves. We tour by car to Europe’s largest Runes circle and marvel at the ancient stones erected here. In the afternoon we visit a typical Swedish Fika restaurant where we enjoy coffee with delicious treats. We also taste apple pie and apple juice during the apple picking festival that takes place over the weekend.
Day 8: Return home
Unfortunately, today it is time to say goodbye. On your own you will drive back home, but you will find yourself driving slower than usual. Perhaps because you don’t want to leave or because you are fully rested and relaxed. Whatever the reason, this adventurous canoeing and hiking trek in southern Sweden is sure to have left a lasting impression on you. With new skills and new friends on to new adventures.
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Preparation
We meet once before the trip. Live or digital. We pick the date by mutual agreement. Then we get to know each other. You’ll get an explanation of the materials and we’ll consider the map.
Equipment rental?
You can specify which equipment you would like to rent from us when you register. Tent, sleeping bag, mat, hiking poles or tent.
You can pick up these materials one week before the trip. This allows you to pack your backpack well before the trip.
This package includes:
✔ Backpack by Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag by RAB
✔ Sleeping pad by Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1 person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149 for the entire trip.
During the Trip
Tours at Arctic Adventure are “Expedition Experiences. You experience what an expedition could be like. Sometimes spicy, sometimes easy. But always together.
We often sleep in tents. On summer trips, you can choose to bring your own tent. On winter treks, at least two people always sleep in a tent for safety reasons. Arctic Adventure regfelt the winter tents.
Moving, cooking and navigating we do together. The beauty of small groups is that there is always a real and good group feeling. Sometimes there are friendships and reunions years later.
We keep in touch with each other before (and often after) in a WhatsApp group.
Fitness
You don’t really need any special fitness for this hike. It’s nice if you can hike with a backpack on, though. Think about 10 kilometers a day with a 15-pound backpack. You must also be able to swim.
Sports Medical Examination
Are you over 60 and want to participate in this tour? If so, we highly recommend you get a sports medical examination. Read more about the possibilities here.
Safety
During the trek we are in fairly populated territory. In case of emergency, our position can always be reached by the rescue services.
The guide carries communication devices and both digital (GPS) and analog (Compass) navigation.
The guide has training in Wilderness Advanced First Aid and WGA I (Wilderness Guide Association)
Packing List
After your registration (or upon request) you’ll receive a detailed packing list.
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Participants in this Trip
Guide: not yet Known
The trip continues at 6 participants and is full at 9 participants.
Places for this trip are now plentiful.
Who Joins our Adventures?
Participants in our trips often sign up alone.
It happens that couples sign up.
The age of most participants is between 30 and 50 years.
There are certainly exceptions. The youngest participant was 23 and the oldest 66.
The male-female ratio is 50/50. The more challenging treks attract slightly more men. 60/40. But often the distribution is nicely balanced.
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Travel dates
September 6 – 13, 2026
Departure
You will travel to Sweden on your own on September 6th. 11 hours drive by car.
We meet at 19:00 in the restaurant at the campsite. (Or elsewhere by arrangement)
Return
On September 13th, you will travel back to the Netherlands on your own in the morning.
We consult among ourselves for a carpool to southern Sweden.
Total Trip Cost
€ 849
This Includes:
- Professional guide throughout the tour
- All meals from evening of arrival to breakfast on day of departure
- Canoe rental for three days with life jacket, paddles, canoe cart, etc.
- Picking up the canoes halfway through our trip
- Visit Runes stone circle
- Visit apple picking festival
- 3 nights in a cottage. 2-Person or 4-Person Cottage.
- Overnight stays in nature in tent, tarp or ‘vindskydd’
But also including
- Group Material
- Stoves and pans
- Maps, compass and GPS
- (Satellite) Communication devices
- Tracking for the homebound
- Online photo share after the trip
- Contribution to the VZR guarantee fund
- Booking fees
Participants
Maximum 9
This Excludes:
- Transportation to Sweden
See transportation options here - Travel Insurance
- Cancellation insurance
- Drinks personal expenses
- Personal equipment (see packing list tab)
Rent an equipment package
This package includes:
✔ Backpack by Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag by RAB
✔ Sleeping pad by Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1 person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149 for the entire trip.
Note
If during the trip it is collectively decided to undertake extras (Excursions, overnight stays, meals), these costs will be divided among the participants.
We Provide
- Food for the entire trip
- Stove
- Pots and pans
- Group first aid kit
- Repair Equipment
- Water purifiers
- Communication devices
- GPS, Map Compass
You Provide
- Personal hiking clothing
- Run-in hiking boots
- Personal medication
Rent an equipment package
This package includes:
✔ Backpack from Lowe Alpine
✔ Sleeping bag from RAB
✔ Sleeping mat from Therm-a-Rest
✔ Tent (2 or 1-person)
✔ Pair of hiking poles
The cost of this complete package is only €149. for the entire trip.
You will receive a detailed packing list after your registration, or upon request.
Buying stuff
As a participant in our trips, you get a 10% discount in Beaver stores. So take advantage of that if you still need to buy stuff.
Check Marktplaats.nl for good used equipment.
Contact us if you have questions about the material.
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