This is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in Sweden's nature, look for its iconic wildlife, and create memories that will last a lifetime with your family. This is a private family trip in central Sweden with a comfortable lakeside base. You spend your days outdoors at an easy pace — canoeing, short forest walks, and calm evenings looking for moose and beavers. Suitable for a family with children (recommended ages 6–14).
Please note, the price for this private family adventure is approximately 1,000–1,275 EUR per person, depending on the number of family members, the exact itinerary and program design.
Details
CountrySweden
Duration (in days)4
Itinerary
Day 1: Settle in by the lake
Arrive in Skinnskatteberg and make your way to your lakeside guesthouse base. Check in, unpack, and let the pace drop. In the evening, enjoy dinner and optional sauna time — then sleep well, close to forest and water.
Day 2: Canoeing and moose at dusk
After breakfast, meet your guide and head out on the lake. Paddle calm waters and stop on an island for a picnic lunch. The afternoon is yours for swimming, resting, or exploring near the guesthouse. Later as evening settles, head into prime moose habitat with your guide, with an outdoor dinner by the fire.
Day 3: Forest discoveries and beavers by boat
Visit a real Swedish forest: tracks and signs, small details that reveal wildlife, and seasonal discoveries like edible berries. Lunch is enjoyed outdoors.
In the evening, head out for a beaver boat safari with your guide — cruising slowly along the shoreline at the best time of day to look for beavers — with dinner as part of the experience.
Day 4: Departure
Enjoy a slow morning and breakfast, then check out and transfer back to Skinnskatteberg for your onward journey.
What's Included?
Included:
- 3 nights at Udden Retreat
- Meals: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- Guided excursions (canoeing day, forest walk, moose watching, beaver boat safari)
- Canoes and buoyancy vests
- Taxi transfer between Skinnskatteberg train station and Udden Retreat (round trip)
Not included:
- Train tickets to/from Skinnskatteberg
- Alcoholic beverages
How your experience helps rewilding efforts
We aim to help people connect with nature through wildlife encounters. We want to inspire the passion for protecting the forests and ecosystems that support these animals.
By choosing our tours, you actively contribute to conservation and support the local economy. We share your commitment to preserving nature and rewilding the environment.
You will also be invited to help save Sweden's old-growth forests from clear-cutting by donating to WildSweden's Save the Forest Fund. 100% of your donation goes directly to conservationists working to conserve Sweden’s forests.
Dates & Duration
On request, June–September.
Seasonal Availability
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Food & Stay
We’ll enjoy wholesome, home-cooked meals at Udden Retreat, made with care to nourish and satisfy after a day of adventures. Some meals will be served in the forest—simple, but hearty and tasty.
Whether you’re vegetarian, gluten-free, or have any other dietary preferences, we take your needs seriously, as long as you let us know in advance.
Our base, Udden Retreat:
We'll stay three nights at Udden Retreat. This place offers a peaceful escape, overlooking a serene lake in the heart of nature. With modern, cozy rooms and a focus on sustainability and wellness, it’s the perfect place to unwind after a day of wildlife adventures.
Languages spoken
English
Difficulty
Easy. No previous experience is needed, but you’ll be hiking off trail so a general fitness is required.
Recommended ages are 6–14, but younger children can work well depending on attention span and your family’s pace. Tell us your children’s ages when you enquire and we’ll advise honestly.
- Will we see moose and beavers?
Wildlife is wild, so sightings can’t be guaranteed, but most of the time we do see them.
- How much walking is involved?
Very little. Walks are short and slow-paced, focused on discovery rather than distance. You’re outdoors daily, but this is not a hiking trip.
- Is this suitable for younger children than 6?
Recommended ages are 6–14, but younger children can work well depending on attention span and your family’s pace. Tell us your children’s ages when you enquire and we’ll advise honestly.
- Do we need any special skills for canoeing?
No. The paddling is calm and family-friendly. You’ll receive a short safety briefing and buoyancy vests are provided.
- What happens if the weather is bad?
We adjust the plan to keep it safe and enjoyable. Bring layers and rain protection, and we’ll make the best of the conditions.
- What time do we need to arrive on Day 1?
Arrival is flexible, but plan to reach the guesthouse in time for dinner. If you arrive earlier, you can swim, rest, or explore on your own.
- Is this trip private for our family?
Yes. This is a private family trip booked on request, for up to 7 guests.
- How much is guided — and how much is on your own?
On the main activity days, a guide is with you for the key experiences (canoeing, moose watching, forest walk, and the beaver boat safari). In between, you have plenty of free time to swim, rest, explore near the guesthouse, or take the day at your own pace. Arrival and departure days are flexible and mostly on your own.
- Why should I choose WildSweden for my wildlife adventure?
At WildSweden, we share your vision for respecting and preserving nature. We offer tours with local guides, comfortable accommodations in nature, and access to off-the-beaten-path areas, creating an exceptional and authentic experience. Plus, we provide essential equipment for your convenience.
This experience involves
Wildlife tracking
Wildlife photography
Birdwatching
Gastronomy (local)
Canoeing or kayaking
Herbivores in this landscape
Eurasian elk
Red deer
Fallow deer
Roe deer
European rabbit
Eurasian beaver
Carnivores in this landscape
Grey wolf
Brown bear
Eurasian lynx
Scavengers and other large birds in this landscape
