Sweden Holidays: Summer Outdoor & Adventure Holidays in Sweden

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Kayaking

Sweden's archipelagos are a paradise for kayaking. The tens of thousands of islands, rocks and skerries, many of which are uninhabited, offer endless possibilities for sea kayaking adventures for both novices and more experienced paddlers.

Summer Log Cabins and Active Accommodation

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Summer Active Accommodation

Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or an active family holiday with the children, a Swedish log cabin is the ideal solution. Take a canoe and explore the lakes or romance your loved one on a woodland stroll! Here you will find ideas for summer log cabin holidays for couples, families and groups as well as other options for active accommodation.

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Summer Other

Summer in Sweden is an idyllic time - the days are warm and seem to last forever, and winter feels a million miles away. From outdoor adventures in and around Stockholm to a week in Lapland beneath the midnight sun, there are many ways to enjoy the long, hazy days of summer in Sweden. Making up your mind can seem like an impossible task - in which case a multi-activity holiday may be the perfect choice!

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Wildlife

Sweden's huge tracts of wilderness are home to an exciting variety of species. Our Wildlife section lists experiences which focus exclusively on wildlife encounters, including listening to the howls of a local wolf pack echoing magically through the woods at sunset.

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Bushcraft

Sweden, with its vast forests and areas of wilderness, is one of the world's best locations for learning and practising bushcraft skills. Nature Travels offers a range of bushcraft holidays and bushcraft courses in Sweden suitable for adults and families. Not only will your trip give you a host of practical skills for life in the outdoors and foster a respect for and appreciation of the natural world and its riches, but bushcraft is also enormous fun!

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Canoeing and Timber Rafting

With around 100,000 lakes and thousands of miles of rivers, Sweden has no shortage of water. From family-friendly canoe tours to a two-week canoe expedition into the wilderness to a life aboard your very own timber raft, Sweden has many many ways to tempt you out on the water!

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Hiking and Trekking

Sweden is a wonderful destination for hiking and trekking with excellent walking to be had the length and breadth of this vast country, from the rich cultural heritage areas of the south to the wild expanses of the northern mountains - a land of big skies, wide horizons and wild open spaces.

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Horse Riding

For riders, Sweden is a dream destination with mile upon mile of wonderful riding terrain. Take an extended tour across the vast untouched mountain plains of northern Sweden in Europe's largest nature reserve or learn the techniques of Natural Horsemanship just a few hours from Stockholm.