Private tour

Experience a traditional Swedish sauna in the Stockholm Archipelago. Enjoy a pre-warmed sauna with your friends and family and take a refreshing polar plunge in the Baltic Sea.

About this activity

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Duration 1.5 - 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Host or greeter: English
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

baptiste – France

Excellent welcome, Difficult to jump into a water at 2 degés celsius but makes the experience more pleasant:) I recommend

Todd – United States

The total experience was amazing. Our guide had the sauna ready for arrival. He was very helpful in guiding us through our first ever polar plunge. He gave us great tips and encouragement from the time our toes touched the water until we finally made the plunge. The sauna was very clean and roomy. The changing room was very accommodating and offered a private area to get ready for the plunge and the sauna. They provided cold water for refreshment. Over the experience was great.

Itinerary

Starting location:
Skärgårdens Kanotcenter Kayaks & Outdoor
Skärgårdens Kanotcenter
Safety briefing (5 minutes)
Skärgårdens Kanotcenter
Visit, Swimming (1.5 hours)
Arrive back at:
Skärgårdens Kanotcenter Kayaks & Outdoor

Main stop

Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in a traditional Swedish sauna experience in the archipelago
Enjoy the pre-warmed sauna and take a refreshing polar plunge in the Baltic Sea
Experience sauna temperatures between 60 to 80 degrees Celsius
Enjoy a private sauna experience with your friends and family
Take a dip in the sea year-round, as there are no shower facilities on-site

Full description

Discover the ultimate escape in the Stockholm Archipelago. Experience a traditional wood-fired sauna, followed by a refreshing plunge into the cold Baltic Sea. Enjoy this exclusive sauna experience with your friends and family, creating a personal and intimate atmosphere that you'll cherish together.

Conveniently located at the kayak rental base, the waterfront sauna is pre-warmed and ready for you upon arrival. Enjoy the sauna exclusively with your friends and family, creating a personal and intimate atmosphere. Part of the authentic experience includes tending to the fire yourself, with wood provided on-site.

The sauna maintains an optimal temperature range between 60 to 80 degrees Celsius, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Please note that there is no shower available, as the traditional practice of sea dips is embraced year-round. This unique combination of sauna and sea bath offers a holistic approach to relaxation and wellness.

Note: During the summer, the temperature of the Baltic Sea is no longer "polar," but it often remains refreshing.

Includes

1,5h traditional sauna sesion
towel
pre-warmed sauna
changing room
access to jetty
outdoor seating
portable toilet

Shower
Swimsuit (not mandatory)
Transportation

Not suitable for

Children under 5 years
Pregnant women
People with heart problems
People with high blood pressure

Meeting point

Meet us at Skärgårdens Kanotcenter Kayaks & Outdoor, Resarövägen 10, 185 51 Vaxholm, a 40-minute drive from Stockholm. Getting to us by public transport: It’s easy and cheap! From Stockholm C take the subway T14 towards Mörby Centrum, on station Danderyds sjukhus go to bus terminal F and switch to bus 670. Our nearest bus stop is 100m away and is called Engarn. Bus 670 departs regularly year-round. We recommend taking the ferry from Vaxholm to Stockholm after the trip.

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Important information

Not allowed

Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

Swimsuit: Please bring a swimsuit if you prefer not to go nude in the sauna (although going nude is the traditional Swedish way).
Facilities: Please note that there are no shower facilities on-site; the cold plunge is taken in the sea, in the Swedish way.
Sauna is located in Skårgårdens Kanotcenter
Seasonality: The sauna is open year-round. The cold plunge in the sea is available mainly during the colder months, when the experience is most intense.
- In winter, the water temperature is typically around 0–2°C (33–36°F), offering a polar plunge.
- In summer, the sea temperature is milder, around 18°C (64°F), perfect for a refreshing dip.

Nearby destinations

Nearby sights

Stockholm: Traditional Sauna with Polar Plunge in Baltic Sea