Sweden Holidays: Summer Outdoor & Adventure Holidays in Sweden for Independents, Families & Groups

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Mountain Biking

Sweden's deep, quiet forests and majestic mountain plains are a marvellous playground for the mountain biking enthusiast, with the range of tours limited only by your imagination. From challenging rides among the dramatic peaks and clear lakes of the Åre region to the woodland routes of Östergötland, Sweden is a wonderful country for exploring on two wheels.

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 a family bushcraft tour with wild camping to an activity 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, from sighting the majestic elk as it roams its forest kingdom to listening to the howls of the local wolf pack echoing magically through the woods at sunset.

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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 a two-week self-guided canoe expedition into the wilderness to a bushcraft canoe tour with local guide to 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.

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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.