Guided tour in wooden canoes

It's a special feeling, traveling in a wooden canoe. A special connection, between nature and our core human being. It's a mix of meditation and adventure in a wilderness to explore. There's good food and time to chill out around the fire. On a Day trip with us, you'll explore Tiveden with a certified, local guide who'll share their knowledge of the local nature and keep you safe on the water.

Program:

Our trips alway starts with a thorough introduction to canoeing, learning both the basics and some secrets on how to bring your paddling to the next level. Out on the water we'll check out a beavers lodge and the story of how the very first canoes were built. We will also have Swedish "fika" in the canoes - with locally roasted coffee.

Then we'll explore the lake. We seek out hidden places and sites along the shore, keep our eyes and ears open for the wild animals and birds around us. Maybe we'll meet with the beaver... Or hear the cranes calling... Or we'll simply have a quiet and really good time on the water. Later on, we'll make lunch together by the fire. Back on shore, we hope that you'll leave us inspired and eager for more adventures.

What's included?

Canoe
Paddel
life jacket
Kneepads
water proof case for smartphone
Swedish fika
lunch
introduction to canoeing
guided tour with local guide

What do I need to bring?

Clothes according to weather
steady water proof shoes
personal water bottle

Ho long will be out and when do we launch?

5 hours, we meet up at 10 am and are back by the cars by 3 pm.

Where do we start and how do I get there?

We're paddling on the beautiful woodland lake called Bergvattnet in Tiveden. Tiveden is located in the middle between Stockholm and Gothenburg. You get there directly by car or by public transport to Laxå, though from there you still need to go by car or bike. We launch from the wind shelter by Bergvattnet but we meet up by the approach to the wind shelter, see the GPS coordinates below.

GPS coordinates:

WGS8458°47'14.6"N 14°34'6.2"E, WGS84 DDM58°47.243'N 14°34.103'E

WGS84 decimal (lat, lon)58.787376, 14.568386RT90 (north, east)

6519014, 1428480SWEREF99 TM (north, east )6516457, 475050

Link to google maps pin for the meeting point (tap the text)

If you're coming from abroad, please don't fly here! We love to meet you folks, but the climate crisis is real and we need to do everything we can to prevent further damage to this earth. Check with your travel agency for eco-friendly means of transport. Do you live in Germany or Switzerland? Check with our partner, Umfulana, they customise travels with as little carbon footprint as possible.

How many can join?

Maximum of 7, book early to ensure your spot!

When is the tour available and how much does it cost?

For availability and current prices, see our booking module.

What if I'm allergic or have dietary needs?

No problem! Normally, I cook a delicious lakto-ovo vegetarian meal. But simply let me know when booking, or send me a message through the contacts below at least 72 h before the start of your experience.

Is this tour beginner friendly?

No previous experience of canoeing is required for this tour. We're aiming for a calm and nice day on the water. In order to join us out, you have to know how to swim and you have to wear a life jacket when we're paddling. All personal properties are brought at your own risk. The guide is always with you, to help answering your questions, coaching or help you up in case you fall in. (Has happened once since 2017)

Traceless' alcohol- and drug policy

All tours with Traceless in Tiveden are free from alcohol and other drugs. Partly for the physical safety of the group, we're on the water, or in difficult terrain or handling sharp tools and fire. But also in consideration and care for our guests. I want these tours to be safe spaces in nature. The guide has the right to send away drunk or high guests at any time during the tour. There will be no refunds in these cases.

What do we do if it's raining?

We always put the safety of our participants first. We're on a lake where there never are any high waves. But if there's thunder or extremely hard wind, we find alternative activities - like hiking in the woods, making a wild campfire or similar. Often the rain pass away pretty fast. If it's raining, put on your rain clothes and bring a warm sweater for the lunch break. We'll put up a tarp next to the fire as a cosy shelter. And last but not least - please remember, the Swedish woods are seldom so sparkling and colorful as when touched by summer rain.