Self-guided Hiking in Bohuslan
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In the county of Bohuslän, just a short distance inland from the coast in West Sweden, lie the Kynne Hills, a beautiful landscape of rolling, forested hills, open moors covered with heather and cool, clear lakes. The area is ideal for hiking, offering a feeling of the wilderness and landscape in many ways similar to the Taiga areas of northern Sweden.
From your base at a simple but comfortable 2-person camping cabin, you will head out each day to explore the area on a different self-guided walking tour. Depending on the route, your host will transfer you to the start point of the day's tour or you will hike out from the camp to be collected at the end point later in the day. You will be provided with detailed description including points of interest and map for your day's hiking.
Some of the trails have been specially created by your host, and guests at the cabins are the only persons permitted to hike in these areas. Self-guided Hiking in Bohuslän is a tranquil and very private hiking experience with a real taste of the vast wilderness areas found much further north.
The area is rich in wildlife, and in the skies above you may see an osprey silhouetted against the sky, hear the lonesome calls of the black-throated diver and golden plover echoing across the still water, or spot a majestic crane strutting proudly through the wetlands.
The distance covered each day is around 17-20km depending on the route chosen. You take the day at your own pace, pausing to enjoy the view across a lake or perhaps explore a beaver hide, returning in the evening to the welcoming atmosphere of the camp. The camp is simple but has fully-equipped kitchen for self-catering and a lovely wood-fired sauna with private lake - perfect for soothing tired muscles after a long walk! The evening is yours to enjoy as you wish: barbecue your dinner over hot coals, warm your toes by the campfire, or simply sit back and reflect on the day's adventures and listen to the evening birdsong.
Self-guided Hiking in Bohuslän is a relaxing and flexible experience. From the freshness of early spring through the long, heady days of summer to the rich forest colours of autumn, each season has its own special charm. If you wish, you are welcome to extend your stay in the area with additional hiking days, or why not take a canoe for a day and explore the quiet waterways? Whichever options you choose and whenever you visit, the stresses and anxieties of modern life are likely to feel a world away!
On arrival, your host will meet you and show you to your cabin and around the camp's facilities.
Accommodation is in 2-person cabins at the camp. The camp has kitchen for self-catering and also barbecue and wood-fired sauna facilities. If you wish, food packages for your stay are available as an optional extra.
After settling in, you can take a walk around the area to get to know the terrain as you begin to adjust to a rather slower pace of life! You prepare dinner in the self-catering kitchen or on the camp barbecue. You will also go through the tour you will be doing the following day together with your host. Your host knows the area intimately and will be happy to advise you on suitable clothing based on the weather, etc, and answer any questions you may have. Then it's time to retire for your first night in the quiet of the Kynne Hills!
Starting from the camp, your first day's tour takes you north for about 18km. Later in the day, your host will collect you at a pre-arranged point and time for transfer back to the camp.
For your second day's walking, the day begins with transfer north. This day's route takes you south for about 20km, to arrive back at the camp in the evening.
For each day, you will be given a detailed map and route description, and your host will be on hand before your tour to answer questions and advise on points of interest to look out for.
The opportunities for hiking in the Kynne Hills are many and varied, and if you choose to extend your stay with additional days, you will find no shortage of exciting and beautiful routes.
You also have the option to take a canoe for a day to explore the beautiful lakes and waterways, giving a very different perspective on the area.
After breakfast and end cleaning of your cabin (if not added as optional extra), it is time to check out. Please return route descriptions and other materials and vacate your cabin by 12.00.
Dates by arrangement between 4th May and 30th September 2012.
Minimum stay 4 days/3 nights. You are welcome to extend your stay with additional nights.
Prices are in British Pounds. If you wish, you are also welcome to make your payment by bank transfer in Euros or Swedish Kronor. If this would be of interest, please let us know and we will be happy to provide prices.
£177/person based on minimum 2 persons.
3 nights in simple 2-person camping cabin (additional nights can be added). There are just six cabins in total at the camp. The camp has a kitchen and barbecue area for self-catering and wood-fired sauna. The sauna will be lit for at least one night during your stay.
Typically the food package will include items such as meat, potatoes/pasta/rice/potato salad, vegetables, fruit, bread, soup, butter, spreads/toppings for sandwiches, muesli, coffee/tea, juice, etc. A grill evening is also arranged for one evening during your stay.
Canoeing day including canoe, paddles, buoyancy aids and local transfers for canoe tour: £50/person/day
Transfer between Hedekas and cabin on arrival/departure: £11/person/way
The following optional extras can be paid for locally in Swedish Kronor on arrival:
This experience is suitable for anyone in general good health who enjoys walking and the outdoors. You should be comfortable with hiking distances of up to 20km over rough terrain. Swimming ability required if canoeing.
Children accompanied by an adult are very welcome on this experience provided they are used to hiking and comfortable with the distances covered.
A detailed recommended equipment list will be sent with your booking confirmation.
NB: We advise you not to buy equipment or clothes for your trip or to incur other non-refundable expenses such as flights until you have received confirmation of your booking from us in writing.
Minimum 2 persons required. Groups of up to 12 persons can be accommodated. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
The Kynne Hills are a high plateau in the county of Bohuslän in West Sweden. A landscape of cracked valleys has created a large number of watercourses and lakes - the area is sometimes referred to as the "vattenfjället" or "water mountain".
In this area, many tree species such as the mountain birch and grey alder have their most southerly habitat. The region is also rich in wildlife, including deer, elk, wolves, lynx and beaver.
The highest point of the Kynne Hills is Vaktarekullen at 207m above sea level. One of Sweden's long-distance hiking trails, the Bohusleden, passes through the hills on its way to the coastal town of Strömstad. As well as being wonderful for hiking, the area also offers many opportunities for canoeing, fishing, and mushroom and berry picking.
This tour has received a prestigious Swedish Ecotourism award for its commitment to high standards to cultural and environmental sensitivity.
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