Wolves, Moose & Beavers in the forests of Central Sweden
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About This Experience in Sweden
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What's Included
- Return to Stockholm, ticket included
- 4 nights accommodation
- Professional tour leader
- Guided transfer by van from Stockholm Arlanda airport
- Guided excursions as mentioned in the program
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or wheelchair users
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
If you arrive by car or public transport please arrive by 5 pm at Udden guesthouse in Baggbron village, a 10 minute drive from Skinnskatteberg or a 2 hour drive from Stockholm and Arlanda airport.
End Point
At the end of the tour we will take you to Köping train station for a train to Stockholm Central Station, ticket included. From Stockholm you can easily continue on your own to Arlanda airport with a shuttle train or bus. Arrival in Stockholm C at around 6pm at the earliest.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Itinerary
DAY 1: AN IDYLLIC SPOT TO SETTLE IN
Meet your guide at Stockholm Arlanda airport for... 24 hours
Meet your guide at Stockholm Arlanda airport for the two hour transfer to Skinnskatteberg. You're greeted by the stunning setting of Udden guesthouse where Paulina and Janne will host us for a few days. Welcome dinner, introduction and night at the guesthouse.
DAY 2: MOOSE SILENTLY MOVING THROUGH THE FOREST
After breakfast you meet up with your guide for a canoeing excursion on the lake 24 hours
After breakfast you meet up with your guide for a canoeing excursion on the lake. Our Canadian style canoes are stable and safe, and paddling is an ideal way to explore this lake and its islands. Keep an eye out for Black-throated diver, Osprey, Common tern, Grey heron and Common crane. Lunch on an island then we head back and you will have some free time to relax, take a swim or go for a hike. In the evening you meet up with your guide again. This time in search for moose! The surrounding forest has proven to be one of the best in Sweden for moose watching. We go for a walk and your guide shares the skills of tracking as we look for hoof prints, fresh droppings and bite marks. We light up a campfire and enjoy an evening meal together in a beautiful spot overlooking a small forest lake. We are out for about five hours, both hiking and driving. Seeing moose, relaxed in their native habitat, is always an awe-inspiring experience. We return to the guesthouse late at night.
DAY 3: EYES PEERED AT THE SHORELINE FOR BEAVERS
Last night's adventure ended late, so you can take your time in the morning 24 hours
Last night's adventure ended late, so you can take your time in the morning. On this day your guide will take you for a walk in a pristine forest. During summer the forest floor is literally covered in berries and later in the summer also mushrooms of all kinds. Lunch in the forest. When we return to the guesthouse enjoy some afternoon rest or hop in the lake for a wild swim. This evening we go on a beaver safari on a lake and river nearby. We move in small boats with silent electric motors in search for beavers and their lodges. We often see a variety of birds and sometimes other mammals on this excursion, and it's a lovely night on the water. We stay out for about five hours and we begin with an evening meal in a small barn. We keep going into the night and return to the guesthouse late at night.
DAY 4: HOWLING WOLVES IN THE DARK OF THE NIGHT
Breakfast and lunch at the guesthouse 24 hours
Breakfast and lunch at the guesthouse. Feel free to explore the surroundings on your own. After lunch we head out to a nearby forest where a family of wolves keep their territory. Depending on the current situation with the wolves we may search for paw prints, droppings, killed prey and other tracks to give us clues that wolves are around. As darkness descends upon us, we move closer to the wolves to increase our chances of hearing them howl. Sometimes we walk up to an hour in rough terrain, often in the dark, in silence. Our aim is to reach a strategic location where we can settle down and spend a few hours to listen. Hearing wolves howl is one of the most exciting experiences you can have in nature! Although we cannot guarantee that this will happen, we do actually hear wolves howl on most of our tours. We always stay at a respectful distance as we don't want to disturb the wolves. After midnight we return to our camp and sleep well in our tents.
DAY 5: TIME TO SAY OUR GOODBYES
Wake up slowly in the forest 24 hours
Wake up slowly in the forest. We pack up our tented camp and head back to civilisation for a well-deserved lunch at the guesthouse before we conclude the tour. Hopefully it's been five truly fascinating days together with your guide and fellow nature lovers, and it will surely be a little sad to say your goodbyes. You have the chance to have a shower before it's time to leave. We will take you to a train station for a bus or train to Stockholm. As you may be tired after a night in the forest we highly recommend staying an extra night at the guesthouse or even in Stockholm, for a chance to relax and sleep well before you travel. Note that if you decide to stay an extra night at Udden guesthouse, we will not be able to bring you back to Stockholm. But you can easily book your own train from Skinnskatteberg at www.sj.se. The taxi from Udden to the train station in Skinnskatteberg station will be on our behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
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