This is your invitation to our Secret Adventure 🤫
This subscriber-only weekend takes you into the waterways, wetlands and forests of Färnebofjärden National Park, where we explore by foot and by canoe, with two late paddling sessions in prime beaver habitat.
Beavers are at the heart of the experience, but this rich and varied landscape also gives us the chance to look for otter, moose, sea eagle, golden eagle and white-backed woodpecker — and sometimes even hear wolves howling at night.
WHEN
12–14 June 2026
GROUP SIZE
Max 12 guests
DURATION
3 days / 2 nights
Rate
7,500 SEK ≈ €695
MEETING POINT / WHERE
Sala Train Station
ACCOMMODATION
2 nights at Gysinge Wärdshus & Hotel
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Easy to medium
FOR WHO
From 15 years
✨ Highlights ✨
Paddle into beaver habitat
Two evening paddles take you into prime beaver habitat, when the light softens and the best chances begin.
See beavers at close range
This weekend is built around the chance to see beavers in the right way — quietly, calmly and in one of central Sweden’s richest wetland landscapes.
Explore hidden national park
Explore the waterways, forests and wetlands of Färnebofjärden with a local guide, and experience a national park that still feels quiet, rich and little explored.
Slow down in nature
This is also a weekend of outdoor meals, forest walks, wild swims and quiet moments in nature, shared with a small and calm group.
Return to comfort each night
Two nights in Gysinge give the weekend a softer rhythm: long hours outdoors, then good food, spacious rooms and a peaceful place to return to.
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If you are interested in joining one of our unique Secret Adventures, discover the unknown, connect with fellow nature lovers, and create unforgettable memories while helping protect these special places you can sign up here.
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💳 20% deposit
Request your place with a 20% deposit.
✅ Full refund if not confirmed
If we cannot confirm the tour, your deposit is fully refunded.
↩️ 80% refund
Cancel up to 30 days before arrival.
🔁 Change dates
Move your trip up to 30 days before arrival.
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The plan – a weekend in beaver country
We meet at Sala train station and travel together to Gysinge, where a comfortable base awaits in the heart of one of central Sweden’s richest wetland landscapes.
Over the weekend, we explore Färnebofjärden National Park both on foot and by canoe, with beavers at the heart of the experience. By day, we walk through forest and wetland habitat, looking for lodges, dams, feeding sites and other signs of a landscape shaped by returning beavers. Along the way, there is also the chance to see species such as white-backed woodpecker, otter, white tailed sea eagle, golden eagle and moose.
In the evenings, we head out for long, quiet canoe sessions in prime beaver habitat. This is when the water is calm, the light turns softer, and the best chances begin — to see beavers at close range and experience their world in the right way.
Between excursions, you return to Gysinge for comfort and time to rest. The result is a weekend that combines wildlife, rewilding, stillness and the simple pleasure of being outdoors.
Guide & accommmodation
Your guide
This adventure is guided by Simon Green. He has had a strong passion for paddling canoe since childhood and has led beaver tours in different locations for ten years.
He leads the weekend at a calm pace, helping you read the landscape, understand beaver habitat and create good conditions for respectful wildlife watching. With Simon, you can expect field knowledge, patience and presence throughout the tour.
Two nights at hotel
You stay two nights at Gysinge Wärdshus & Hotel, a peaceful and characterful base in the heart of this historic village.
The rooms are spacious and comfortable, giving you time to rest well between walks, paddling and late evenings in beaver habitat. Single rooms are available at an additional cost.
The program
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You arrive in Sala, where we meet you at the train station and drive together to Gysinge. After check-in, lunch and a short introduction over fika, we head out for the first canoe session of the weekend.
We begin with a practical introduction and time on the water before settling into the rhythm of the landscape. After an outdoor dinner, we continue with an evening canoe safari in prime beaver habitat, when the light softens and the chances of seeing beavers are at their best.
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After breakfast, we head out for a day in beaver habitat on foot. You explore the forest and wetland edge, looking for tracks, feeding sites, lodges and other signs that reveal how beavers shape the landscape.
We eat lunch outdoors and take time to talk more about beavers, habitat and rewilding in this part of Sweden. Back in Gysinge, the afternoon is free for rest, a walk or a swim before we head out again for another evening canoe safari with dinner outdoors.
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After breakfast, it is time to check out and conclude the tour. We then drive you back to Sala Train Station.
Location and how to get here
Meeting point: Sala Train Station — 11:00 >> Link to Google Maps
At the end of the adventure we take you back to Sala Train Station — in time for the train at 11.
Travel options: Sala is easy to reach by train and is around 1.5 hours from Stockholm. You can also travel from Uppsala, Västerås and other parts of central Sweden. Get your tickets at SJ. We pick you up at the station and take you back there at the end of the tour. If you arrive by car, you can meet us directly at Gysinge Wärdshus & Hotel.
What’s included
2 nights at Gysinge Wärdshus & Hotel
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Guided excursions
Canoes and buoyancy vests
Transfer by van from Sala Train Station
Add-ons
Single room supplement
Cancellation Protection
FOR WHO?
This adventure is for anyone who loves wild nature and wants to spend a weekend exploring one of central Sweden’s richest wetland landscapes.
You don’t need previous canoeing experience. What matters more is curiosity, patience, and an interest in wildlife on its own terms.
Good fit if you…
enjoy calm evenings outdoors, often in silence
want to experience wildlife by foot and by canoe
prefer a small group and a comfortable place to return to each night
By joining this adventure, you also support our ongoing work to protect Sweden’s forests and wildlife for the future.
Minimum age: 15 years.
Reviews from our first trip in Färnebofjärden
Ida-Maria ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Three peaceful yet eventful days in a beautiful landscape. We learned useful outdoor skills, ate fantastic food by the fire, and felt safe and well cared for throughout. A very memorable wilderness adventure.”
Simon ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“A Secret Adventure we will never forget. Three days of canoeing, wildlife, mindfulness and magical beaver safaris. I came back physically exhausted and spiritually renewed.”
Ramya ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Incredibly well prepared, organised and skilled. Sofia and Simon created the best possible camping and canoe experience.”
Questions & Answers
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No. This tour is suitable for beginners. We start with a short introduction and practice session before the first paddle.
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There are two evening canoe safaris, both at a calm pace. The focus is on wildlife watching and being out in the landscape, not on covering long distances.
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No, not compared with many active nature tours. But you should be comfortable walking on uneven ground, getting in and out of a canoe, and spending long evenings outdoors.
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Yes. Many of our guests travel alone. The group is small, and the atmosphere is calm, friendly and relaxed.
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You stay at Gysinge Wärdshus & Hotel in spacious and comfortable rooms. It is a comfortable base for the weekend.
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Yes. Single rooms are available at an additional cost.
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Sala is easy to reach by train from Stockholm, Uppsala, Västerås and other parts of central Sweden. We pick you up at Sala Train Station and drive you back there at the end of the tour.
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You only need normal outdoor clothing for summer conditions, good shoes, and a few personal items. We provide the canoes and buoyancy vests.
We recommend referring to our packing list for all the essentials you’ll need to stay warm and comfortable during the adventure.
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We run the tour in normal summer weather, including light rain. If needed, we adapt the programme to the conditions. The experience is still good even when the weather changes.
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Beavers are the main focus, and the evening canoe sessions give us a good chance of seeing them at close range. We may also see otter, moose, sea eagle, golden eagle and white-backed woodpecker among other birds.
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Wildlife is never guaranteed. But this is excellent beaver habitat, and the weekend is designed to give you a strong chance. Even when sightings vary, you still experience the landscape, the signs of beaver activity, and the wider wildlife of the area.
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Yes, no problem. Let us know your dietary requirements when booking, and we will do our best to accommodate them.
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Because this landscape tells a story of return and restoration. Beavers have helped reshape parts of the wetland system, and the area is also important for rewilding work linked to species such as the white-backed woodpecker.
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Recommended minimum age is 15 years.
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We understand that plans can change. If you cancel up to 30 days before the trip, you’ll receive an 80% refund. After that, you’re welcome to transfer your spot to someone else if needed. For peace of mind, we recommend reviewing our cancellation policy before booking.
