Guided Kayak Trip at Sommarøy, incl lunch and sauna
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Description
Meeting time and place: 10.15 (am) at our partner's location - Google Maps
Notice: full transport from and back to Tormsø ican be added via the Arctic Route - Book here . It is a 5-minute walk from the bus stop to the starting point of the location - Google Maps.
Paddle in North Norwegian scenery
Sea kayaking is probably the best activity to experience Sommarøy and its gorgeous coastal scenery. Paddle around to explore the turquoise waters and islands. This guided tour starts upon arrival at 10:15 am. You get equipped you and teach you the tricks to kayak safely. Once you are fully geared up, we take you to some of the local spots only accessible by kayak or boat.
You will spend about two hours on the water. We also go ashore to enjoy the amazing white sandy beaches of Sommarøy. Bring a snack and some drinks to refuel during your relaxing break on the island and a towel if you dare to have an Arctic swim!
Lunch at Sommarøy Hotel
After your paddle adventure, regain full force with the best fish soup in the area, at the panorama-view 'Sommarøy Hotel', a 3-minute walk from the kayak centre.
Stroll, walk, hike .. or sauna
The area around the hotel and island is a hiking paradise. You will receive hike information to go out on your own in the area. Access to the public sauna in the hotel is included in your outdoor day, to relax your muscles and mind. A true Scandinavian experience. If you like to have dinner at the hotel, we recommend reserving a table (dinner not included).
If you bought the additional Arctic Route: The bus to Tromsø picks you up at 19:10 (7.10pm) - back in Tromsø at 20:25 (8.25pm).
Time schedule
- 10:15 - 12:45 - Kayak preparation + paddle tour
- 13:00 - 14:30 - Lunch at Sommarøy Hotel
- 14:30 - 19:00 - Explore the area by foot / public sauna
Included in your adventure
- 2-hour kayak tour
- Drysuit, gloves, neoprene boots
- Pause at a white sandy beach
- Lunch at Sommarøy Hotel
- Information for free hiking in the afternoon
- Access to public sauna at Sommarøy hotel
What to bring
- Camera
- Warm underclothing for under the drysuit
- Hiking shoes
- Bathing suit if you hop in the sauna
