Soft adventures 

Our ambition is that everyone should be able to participate in our activities without the need for prior experience and without being well-trained or used to outdoor activities.
Our equipment is suitable for those with little or no previous experience of, for example, sea kayak or climbing / bouldering and during the winter season we always wear a dry suit on the paddle tours. In addition, we season your experience with elements of local cultural history and locally-based meal experiences.
Our tour guides and guides love to share the best we know, the beautiful nature of Bohuslän: the rocks, the sea, the fjords, the coves and the beach beds and the varied landscape of mixed forests and granite hills that invite you to different types of climbing. With us, you experience the best of Bohuslän, the food, the people and one of the world's most beautiful archipelagos.

SOFT ADVENTURES - KAYAK

Sea food à la granit * Herring Heritage * City paddling * Fishermen and friends * Winter season Seal safari 

Longer kayaking trips (+3 hrs) can be a bit more strenuous, so it's an advantage to have done kayak paddling a few times earlier:
Kayak seal safari (summer) * Wreckage

BIKE TOUR MED GUIDE URBAN

On our  urban guided bike tours you experience the city and its outskirts with quarries, industrial environments etc. The guide tells about the daily lives of locals in the past and puts in what we see in its historical context. All our city bike rides are soft adventure: Stenhuggaren * Sillskärerskor och industriarbetare

BIKE TOUR MED GUIDE RURAL

On our rural guided bike tours you experience old cultural roads and quarries, industrial environments, rock carvings and other ancient remains. The daily lives of farmers and workers in the past are put in its historical context by the guide. All our rural bike rides are soft adventure.

 

CLIMBING FOR NOVICES

Have your fist go at climbing, either  "Introduction to top rope climbing" or as an element in a combo activity: Beach Dweller * COMBO: Scrambling & climbing 

SAFETY COMFORT AND ENJOYMENT

We have adapted most of our own activities so that there is no need for previous experience. Safety, comfort and enjoyment are our keywords when planning and conducting our tours. In the booking confirmation you will receive information on how to dress and what is appropriate to bring in the form of reinforcement garments. At the beginning of each activity, participants receive a review of the necessary techniques and safety.
Depending on the weather conditions, a trip may need to be set or moved in time and space. It is always the leader of the respective activity that determines this at every opportunity, in consultation with booked participants. Our ambition is to always offer an alternative activity, for example kayakers can be offered climbing if wind conditions are too tough. Security, consideration and responsiveness are our core values.
• No previous experience is required but we assume that you have "normal" health (feeling healthy). If you feel insecure, consult your treating physician if you think you are in moderate physical effort.
• Starting and meeting place varies between our different activities. Announced participants are therefore notified when a collection takes place, usually no later than 20 days before the tour, unless we depart from our local center in Lysekil.

 

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Outdoor West Sea kayak tour: FISHERMEN AND FRIENDS

Sea kayak tour: FISHERMEN AND FRIENDS

A winter season kayak tour with guide can be magical! Going thru thin sheets of ice on a sunny day is a marvellous experience. Lysekil's harbours are almost always free of ice, but we may find it in a remote bay. Imagine crystal clear waters and no noise!  Marvel at the pristine seascape of the Swedish west coast. Theme: Fishermen and friends (called FISKAREN in Swedish) Some times a curious seal will follow our tracks - observing us. The guide will tell you more about fishermen, seals and life along the rugged coastline throughout the tour. And during a short break on some distant isle you will be served hot fish soup while stretching your legs. Usually the tour goes Saturday morning. If the weather does not allow this, the tour can be moved to Sunday, if this suits the booked participants. Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, times and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is completed. Can also be booked at a different time than our scheduled departures. When booking "Private tour" there are more options, for example in terms of choice of time, duration, transport, overall theme, outdoor cooking etc. For other bookable guided kayak tours, click here  Location: Various* locations in the Lysekil area Season: October-May Recommended for:   Everyone (Soft Adventure) Requirements: Regular health, able to swim 200 meters 16 yrs, min 160 cm tall  What’s included: Guide, seat in a shared K2 kayak, life jacket, spray deck, paddle, outdoor meal, drysuit (with optional use of gloves and hood) What to bring:  Headgear, reinforcement garments and gloves for the break, sunglasses, (retainer for glasses), drink (to store on top of kayak) Duration: 4 hours with a break (3hrs seated) Language: Bilingual Swedish/English Meal: Hot fish soup with bread and beverage Optional: Single seating in K1 Kayak Families with youth 5-15 yrs are recommended to book our tour Seal Safari in stead.  * As this tour is offered to guests staying at the neighbouring hotels, we change location first of all to an area that is pleasant to paddle in regard to prevailing weather conditions, secondly to a location near where the guests are staying.

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Outdoor West Hiking to the summit: SCRAMBLE to the hill fort

Hiking to the summit: SCRAMBLE to the hill fort

An adventure for all ages. You are bound to get a little dirty while having a lot of fun. Scrambling tour 2,5 hrs, medium difficulty as we walk in somtimes very rugged terrain with a lot of steep passages. (Alternative ways are available on some legs of the route.) A hill fort is supposed to be inaccessible to invaders and easy to defend. This one has all these qualities, and a great view as well. We will walk up and down on exposed cregs, along tree plantations and in mixed wood. We scramble up along the slanting rocks passing gorges and fissures. At the summit you can eat your snack/picnic and marvel at the view of great ships far out at sea. Scrambling is "a walk up steep terrain involving the use of one's hands". It is an ambiguous term that lies somewhere between trekking, hillwalking and rock climbing. Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, time and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking on your end until check-out is completed and you have authorized the amount payable. LOCATION: 10-15 mns (by car) off central Lysekil Season: April-November (all year, weather permitting) Level: Medium level of difficulty, but still soft adventure Requirements: 5-65 years No previous experience needed. Regular health and fitness. However:  No knee or feet issues. (arthritis etc.)   Must have adequate eye sight to hike in rugged terrain and confidently know where to put you feet and hands while walking and scrambling. Must be able to perceive oral instructions if windy. Children: Children and youth age 5-9 yrs are welcome accompanied by adults all year. The younger the kids, the more adults required. Pls choose "Private group/family" options after selecting date in order to get a group discount. Youth 10 yrs and older, can participate without adult company. Select the youth option. What’s included: Activity leader, (helmet) Bottled water Transport from Lysekil, Norra Hamngatan 6  What to wear/bring: Wear comfortable pants with long legs and bring a long-sleeved sweater for the forest walk. Shoes suitable for hiking (which stays on the foot and has a heavy sole that is not slippery on wet ground) (Bring, preferably in a backpack, potable water or other beverage and perhaps a snack/light meal) Duration: 2,5 hours total  Language: Bilingual Swedish/English Meal: Not included Optional picnic deal can be ordered at checkout Optional: Optional picnic deal: Cold tapas Transport options: Pick up on demand on either of these locations:  Havsbadsparken (with Guest Harbour)  Anderssons Kaj/Södra Hamnen  Luna Café (Gullmarsbaden and Löfgrens Camping) Siviks Camping Trellebystrands Camping . You may ride with us or drive behind us (we can also send you a Google Maps pin with exact location) to the venue of the day. Soft adventure This is an activity with a medium level of difficulty. We have planned the tour with families in mind. If you suffer from vertigo there is always an optional route ahead. No previous climbing or trekking experience needed, but we assume regular helth and fitness level, but your knees and feet joints must be up to the job in rugged terrain...  

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Outdoor West SUMMIT COMBO: SCRAMBLE, CLIMB & HIKE

SUMMIT COMBO: SCRAMBLE, CLIMB & HIKE

A comfortable, yet challenging, adventure for all ages. Scrambling in nature typical to Bohuslän takes you to the summit and a great view on this (family-friendly) 4 hours tour. Whether you have previous experience of (indor/outdoor) climbing, or none, this is a tour for everyone that prefer team effort and pleasure over performance.  After an outdoor lunch break you will get an introduction to top rope belayed climbing. Scrambling is "a walk up steep terrain involving the use of one's hands". It is an ambiguous term that lies somewhere between trekking, hillwalking and rock climbing. On this tour there is always an optional route passing a curx or an exposed passage. But you will get an opportunity to challenge your comfort zone, if you want. There are several climbing routes of varying level of difficulty. Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, time and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is completed. LOCATION: 10-15 mns off central Lysekil Season: April-November Recommended for: Everyone (no matter previous experience) Requirements: 7-70 years No previous experience needed Regular health and fitness, however: No knee or feet issues. (arthritis etc.)   Must have adequate eye sight to hike in rugged terrain and confidently know where to put you feet and hands while walking and climbing. Must be able to perceive oral instructions when windy. Children: Children and youth age 7-15 yrs are welcome accompanied by adults all year. The younger the kids, the more adults required. Pls book the "Private goup" option after selecting date. On some departures, youth 10 yrs and older, can participate without adult company. Select the youth option. What’s included: Guide Borrow climbing shoes, helmet, harness Outdoor lunch with beverage. Meal: Goulash soup with bread (veg alt availble) What to wear/bring: Wear comfortable pants with long legs and bring a long-sleeved sweater for the forest walk. Shoes suitable for hiking (which stays on the foot and has heavy sole that is not slippery on wet ground) and preferably backpack (possibly with extra water and snacks). Duration: 4 hours total  Language: Bilingual Swedish/English Transport options (book in advance): Pick up on demand on either of these locations:  Havsbadsparken (with Guest Harbour)  Anderssons Kaj/Södra Hamnen  Luna Café (Gullmarsbaden and Löfgrens Camping) Siviks Camping Trellebystrands Camping . You may ride with us or drive behind us (we can also send you a Google Maps pin with exact location) to the venue of the day. There is a  required number of participants for each occasion/departure to run. Your payment will be reserved, but not collected until that number is met. If there are not enough bookings at the cut-off time your booking will automatically be cancelled and any payment will be refunded . Cut-off for activities 7AM-2PM: before 5 PM(17.00) day before. Cut-off for activities 2.30-7PM: before 11 AM(11.00) same day. Soft adventure This is an activity with a low to medium level of difficulty. We have planned the tour with families in mind. If you suffer from vertigo there is always an optional route ahead. No previous climbing experience needed, but we assume regular helth and fitness level, but your knees and feet joints must be up to the job. Safety, comfort and delight are key words when we organise our activities.

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Outdoor West Climb: Top rope - an introduction

Climb: Top rope - an introduction

Try rock climbing. You will wear harness, helmet and climbing shoes. We are used to helping kids, youth and adults to have a great first experience.  If you are used to indoor climbing this is an opportunity to try real outdoor crags. NB! This is not a course -  just an introduction to climbing belayed with top rope. Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, time and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking on your end until check-out is completed and you have authorized the amount payable. LOCATION: Varying, depending on where we can find suitable dry crags, either at Trellebystrand or Lilla Långevik (in central Lysekil)  Season: April-October Requirements:   3-73 yrs  No previous experience required Fairly healthy knees and ancles What’s included: Activity leader.  Borrow helmet, harness and climbing shoes. 2-3 ascents, depending on the length and level of difficulty on the routes climbed. Transport from Lysekil, Norra Hamngatan 6 (or follow us in your own car, 5-10 mins) What to bring:  (potable water, sun screen) Duration: 2 hours total from fitting the gear until we do part Language: Bilingual Swedish/English (a few key words in German and French) Meal: None There is a  required number of participants for each occasion/departure to run. Your payment will be reserved, but not collected until that number is met. If there are not enough bookings at the cut-off time your booking will automatically be cancelled and any payment will be refunded . Cut-off for activities 7AM-2PM: before 5 PM(17.00) day before. Cut-off for activities 2.30-7PM: before 11 AM(11.00) same day. Would you like to make more ascents or climb at a location or time more convenient to you, we suggest booking a "Private climbing session".   

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Outdoor West Climb and scramble: BEACH DWELLER - a family adventure

Climb and scramble: BEACH DWELLER - a family adventure

Work together as a team and support one another as you leave your normal comfort zone. You will walk horizontally on a narrow shelf and climb vertically up waterfront crag. Support your family members and friends when leaving their normal comfort zone. We start with a physically demanding walk and scramble along the beach before reaching our via ferrata (corda). We wrap up this activity by letting those who whish have a go at climbing a crag belayed on top rope by our activity leader. Clic the button BOOK NOW! to se dates, departure time and price categories for various departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is completed. LOCATION: Trellebystrand, 4 km from central Lysekil Season: May-September Participants:   3-73 yrs, healthy knees and feet Requirements: God shoes with hard soles that stays tight on the foot during the scrambling part of the tour. Included: Guide, harness, helmet (shoes for top rope climbing part) What to bring:  (water, packpack as you may need both hands to hold tight or assist your children/friends)  Duration: 2 hours Language: Bilingual Swedish/English  

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Outdoor West MTB-tour: Granite and quarries (intermediate level)

MTB-tour: Granite and quarries (intermediate level)

Guided (work out) bike ride of 2.5 hours. Varied nature and lots of different grounds, such as granite, gravel roads and forest. On this tour there will be many (but not too technically difficult) slopes, quarries, exposed granite crags and forest trails. We'll guide you to fun and challenging places for those who have previous MTB experience are used to cardio training. (You may join the tour using your own bike) Current level: Average ( demanding, cardio fitness required) Click the BOOK NOW button! to see dates, times and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is complete. When booking, you also select the size of the bike. If there are no bikes of the correct size to book, it is full at that particular departure. (Alternative: book a Private MTB Tour) Minimum number of participants is required. The booking amount will be reserved from your debit card, but the amount will not be deducted until we confirm your booking. Then a PDF ticket will be sent via email. Area: LYSEKIL    Season: All year Duration: 2.5hrs, of which about 2hrs cycling Distance: About 30-40 km, maximum height 70 meters above sea level Recuriements: Good fitness and / or cycling habits Min 12 yrs, min 155 cm tall Included: Guide, MTB bike, helmet, vest, Bring: Your own water (preferably 1.0L) and backpack. Possibly: headgear, sunglasses, gloves, extra garments, snacks Meal: No  

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Outdoor West Kayak rental in Lysekil, Outdoor West Sweden

Kayak rental in Lysekil, Outdoor West Sweden

When we do not have guided tours, spare kayaks can be rented on site. For your own convenience, (less waiting) we recommend booking in advance. Always included: kayak, spray deck, paddle, life jacket and a bilge/bailer.   How to book: 1) Select time slot when You would like to pick up your rental kayak 2) Choose between K1 (singel) or K2 (double) kayak 3) Add contact information for one contact person in your group. 4) Add payment information, secure payment solution powered by TrekkSoft and complete your reservation. 5) Bring receipt/email confirmation/ ticket to our kayak ware house at 6, Norra Hamngatan in Lysekil.  

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Outdoor West Kayak tour: CITY PADDLING

Kayak tour: CITY PADDLING

Enjoy the beautiful granite crags that surround lovely Lysekil! A steady sea kayak and a guide that tell you tales about Lysekil's past and present will make you apreciate the scenery even more!  You will be paddling in one of the world’s most beautiful archipelagos (according to a recent CNN Traveler listing). Theme: City and Nature The guide will stop at regular intervals to let participants have a rest and to tell you about the surroundings. Families with children age 5-10 are recommended to book a morning departure if possible, as the sea is often calmer during morning hours. Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, times and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is completed. LOCATION: LYSEKIL Northern and Southern Harbours and the Stångehuvud Nature Reserve            Season: May-September  Recommended for:   Everyone (Soft Adventure),  (Friday evenings minimum 16 years) Requirements: Regular health Children Children age 5-15 yrs, when accompanied by at least one adult each. (Min. 16 yrs on Friday evenings) What’s included: Guide, seat in a shared K2 kayak, with spray deck, paddle and life jacket. What to bring:  (Headgear, sunglasses, retainer for glasses, 0.5L flask with water) Duration: 2,5 hours  (2 hours seated) Language: Bilingual Swedish/English   Meal: None Add-on: Single seating in K1 Kayak Opitonal:         Bring your own ocean kayak and join the guided tour.    

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Outdoor West Sea kayak tour: HERRING HERITAGE

Sea kayak tour: HERRING HERITAGE

Kayak tour sutiable for beginners, running in calm, sheltered waters in one of the world’s most beautiful archipelagos (according to a recent CNN Traveler listing). You’ll find yourself in “Wilderness light”, after only a few minutes of paddling. Smooth granite crags on one side and the North Sea on the other. Learn more about herring (Clupea harengus) and its importance to the Bohuslan region in the past - and enjoy an open-air herring meal trying out different flavours. A stable sea kayak (double seating) lets you enjoy the moment even more! Click the BOOK NOW! button to see available dates, time and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until your basket check-out is completed. LOCATION: LYSEKIL Saltö fjord (north of the Northern Harbour) (If there is too much wind at sea, we will relocate the trip to protected waters further inland.) Season: May-October  Recommended for:   Anyone (almost) aged 16 and older Some departures from 13 yrs Level: Soft Adventure Easy, suitable for beginners Requirements: Regular health, able to swim 200 meters You should not have long-term problems in the shoulders or arms and be able to be sit upright in a kayak for at least 75 minutes consecutively.  Min age 13 yrs and min 160 cm tall What’s included: Guide, seat in a shared K2 kayak, life jacket, spray deck, paddle, outdoor meal What to bring:  Headgear, reinforcement garments for the break, sunglasses, (retainer for glasses), potable water (0.5L, can be placed on top of kayak) Duration: 4 hours total (2.5 hours seated in the kayak) Language: Bilingual Swedish/English Meal: A selection of herring with different flavours  (veg(etari)an option available) Alcohol-free beverage for lunch included Optional add-ons: Dry suit (beginning and end of summer season) Single seating in K1 Kayak Families with youth and children can book  the family kayak tour Seafood à la granite.(4hrs) or City paddling (2.5 hrs) or a Private tour that is tailored to your wishes.

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Outdoor West Guided tour: Set in stone - mini van from Lysekil to Härnäset

Guided tour: Set in stone - mini van from Lysekil to Härnäset

Guided tour by car - 4.5 hours. Visit to quarries and workers dwellings in Rixö and Härnäset and to the rock carvings in Backa.  Learn more about stone workers lives and working conditions, "Hitler Stones", Bronze Age cult and petroglyphs.

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Outdoor West Skeppsbrott

Skeppsbrott

Tur 5-6 timmar till Stora eller Lilla Kornö med rast och promenad i land

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Outdoor West MTB rental

MTB rental

We have a limited number of mountain bikes for rental. They are to be booked online. Bikes without a reservation (rental or activities) for the day, may be rented on site. However, we strongly recommend booking online to be safe. Please note our limited opening hours, even during high season. Online booking closes 4 hrs prior to rental commences. Wednesdays we use the MTBs for special activities/tours etc. Daily rental only (=no multi-day-discounts) Please note the limited number of bikes in each size. If there are no bikes left in a particular size, please select adjecent size - or select another day. How to book: 1) Select day when You would like to pick upp your rental bike: 2) Select pick up and return TIME closest to your convenience 3) Select t Size: S = 160-170 cm M = 168-179 cm L = 176-188 cm If no your favourite size is not available - it has already been booked. Please try another time or day. 4) Add contact information and phone for at least one contact person in a group. 5) Check out your basket ( secure payment solution powered by TrekkPay) and complete the payment of your reservation. 6) Bring receipt/email confirmation/ ticket to our kayak and bike ware house at #6, Norra Hamngatan in Lysekil. Map below.

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Outdoor West Rock Art after dark

Rock Art after dark

Guided tour after dark to see intriguing rock carvings hover above the granite panels. The guide will make the pictures come alive using different lights.Get an update on international trade and the fascinationg Bronze Age cultures.

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Outdoor West Rent Climbing equipment

Rent Climbing equipment

Rent a crash pad or a helmet Rental hours (July-Mid August): Pick up 10.30-12.00 / Return 16.00-16.30  = 4-6 hrs (daily) Pick up 10.30-12.00 / Return 19.30 = 8-9 hrs (Sun-Fri) Pick up 16.30-17.00 / Return 19.30  = 2-3 hrs (Sun-Fri) Daily rental only (=no multi-day-discounts) Please note the limited number of items in each category. If there are no items left in a category, please select another time slot - or select another day.

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Outdoor West Bike rental in Lysekil

Bike rental in Lysekil

We have a limited number of bikes for rental. They are to be booked online. Bikes without a reservation (rental or activities) for the day, may be rented on site. However, we strongly recommend booking online to be safe. Furthermore we do charge an invoicing fee for rentals without previous reservations. Please note our limited opening hours, even during high season. Please note the limited number of bikes in each category. If there are no bikes left in a category, please select another category - or select another day. How to book: 1) Select day when You would like to pick upp your rental bike: 2) Select pick up and return TIME closest to your convenience 3) Choose between 3 or 21 speed/gears. [ For children/junior click here.] 4) Add contact information and phone for at least one contact person in a group. 5) Check out your basket ( secure payment solution powered by TrekkPay) and complete the payment of your reservation. 6) Bring receipt/email confirmation/ ticket to our kayak and bike ware house at #6, Norra Hamngatan in Lysekil. Map below.  

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Outdoor West MTB-tour: CURBSTONE

MTB-tour: CURBSTONE

Lysekil in Bohuslän is perfect as a base for adventures at sea and on land. Outdoor West arranges comfortable, safe and challenging experiences at different levels in this area.

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Outdoor West MTB-tour: CURBSTONE

MTB-tour: CURBSTONE

Introduction to Mountainbike cycling. Small group. Slow pace. On this tour the guide takes you over crags and thru forests on gravel roads, footpaths and off-road trails. The nature around Lysekil is very diverse and you will be amazed. Soft adventure in a leisurely pace to let you take in the beauty of central Bohuslän. feel free to bring extra drink and a snack or similar for the mid time break.  Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, times and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is complete. When booking, you also select the size of the bike. If there are no bikes of the correct size to book, it is full at that particular departure. (Alternative: book a Private MTB Tour) Minimum number of participants is required on some departures. The booking amount will be reserved from your debit card, but the amount will not be deducted until we confirm your booking. Then a PDF ticket will be sent via email. Area: LYSEKIL    Season: March-December Duration: 2 hrs (8.15 kms) Recuriements: Min 12 yrs, min 155 cm tall No previous MTB experience required Included: Guide, MTB bike, helmet, vest, water bottle 0.5L Bring: You might want to bring a back pack for headgear, sun glasses, (spare) clothes, refreshments or a snack. Meal: No

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Outdoor West MTB-tour: Easy riders (for girls only)

MTB-tour: Easy riders (for girls only)

Introduction to Mountainbike cycling exclusively for female participants. Small group. Slow pace. On this tour the guide takes you over crags and thru forests on gravel roads, footpaths and off-road trails. The nature around Lysekil is very diverse and you will be amazed. Soft adventure in a leisurely pace to let you take in the beauty of central Bohuslän. feel free to bring extra drink and a snack or similar for the mid time break.  Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, times and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is complete. When booking, you also select the size of the bike. If there are no bikes of the correct size to book, it is full at that particular departure. (Alternative: book a Private MTB Tour) Minimum number of participants is required on some departures. The booking amount will be reserved from your debit card, but the amount will not be deducted until we confirm your booking. Then a PDF ticket will be sent via email. Area: LYSEKIL    Season: March-December Duration: 2 hrs (8.15 kms) Recuriements: Min 12 yrs, min 155 cm tall No previous MTB experience required Included: Guide, MTB bike, helmet, vest, water bottle 0.5L Bring: You might want to bring a back pack for headgear, sun glasses, (spare) clothes, refreshments or a snack. Meal: No  

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Outdoor West Private group: Introduction to Rock Climbing (granite)

Private group: Introduction to Rock Climbing (granite)

Introduction to top rope climbing on Bohuslän granite crags. During 2 hours you will learn basics about equipment and rudimentary technique. Depending on group (size (and the location) you will be able to make 2-4 ascents on climbing routes of higher and higher level of difficulty. Ideal for groups of 3-4 persons. If you are more than 6 persons you might consider to add another 10 minutes per participant so that everyone is able to make at least 2-3 ascents. We provide: Climbing activity guide/leader who makes the belay Harness Helmet Climbing shoes 

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Outdoor West City walk Lysekil 500 years in 2 hrs and 3 languages

City walk Lysekil 500 years in 2 hrs and 3 languages

Guided city walk

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Outdoor West Sea kayak: PRIVATE Trip

Sea kayak: PRIVATE Trip

Time to unwind and recharge your batteries - or speed up and challange your friends. Our PRIVATE TOURS start where and when you prefer.  Our guide will escort you to the  nicest beaches, the narrowest passages and the best places to watch birdlife or seals. Feel free to get inspiration from our regular tours and make it a special occasion for you and your friends/family/workgroup etc. Use K2 tandem or K1 single kayaks.  However, a stable sea kayak and dry suit during the winter months October- mid May makes you enjoy the moment even more! NB! We need your booking inquiry at lest 48 hrs prior to your ETD.  

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Outdoor West Winter kayaking: SEAL SAFARI

Winter kayaking: SEAL SAFARI

Slow pace seal spotting tour - 3  hrs kayaking. Looking into the big eyes of a seal makes most people feel excited or even blessed. Enjoy the silence, paddeling in slow pace while marveling at the pristine landscape along the Swedish west coast north of Gothenburg. We launch the kayaks at a place close to a known seal hang-out. Seated in a sturdy kayak wearing a drysuit you will enjoy the winter kayaking experience even more. This 3 hrs tour normally runs Sundays, but during the school holidays in November, February and April we have added a few extra week day departures imainly intended for families. Please click BOOK NOW! to see dates, time and prices for various bookable departures   (or book a Private tour) Can also be booked at a different time than our scheduled departures. When booking "Private tour" there are more options, for example in terms of choice of time, duration, transport, overall theme, outdoor cooking etc. For other bookable guided kayak tours, click here  LOCATION: LYSEKIL             Season: November - March Recommended for:   Everyone (Soft Adventure) Requirements: Regular health, able to swim 200 meters 13 yrs, min 160 cm tall (Weekdays during February and April school holidays, 140 cm will be the requierd length on children accompanied by a paying adult) What’s included: Guide, seat in a shared K2 kayak, life jacket, spray deck, paddle, drysuit (with optional use of gloves and hood) What to bring:  Headgear and spare gloves, sunglasses, (retainer for glasses), water flask (to store on top of kayak) Duration: 3 hours (2,5 hours seated) Meal: None Add-on: Single seating in K1 Kayak  

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Outdoor West Kayak tour: CITY PADDLING

Kayak tour: CITY PADDLING

Enjoy the beautiful granite crags that surround lovely Lysekil! A steady sea kayak and a guide that tell you tales about Lysekil's past and present will make you apreciate the scenery even more!  You will be paddling in one of the world’s most beautiful archipelagos (according to a recent CNN Traveler listing). Theme: City and Nature The guide will stop at regular intervals to let participants have a rest and to tell you about the surroundings. Families with children age 5-10 are recommended to book a morning departure if possible, as the sea is often calmer during morning hours. Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, times and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is completed. LOCATION: LYSEKIL Northern and Southern Harbours and the Stångehuvud Nature Reserve            Season: May-September  Recommended for:   Everyone (Soft Adventure),  (Friday evenings minimum 16 years) Requirements: Regular health Children Children age 5-15 yrs, when accompanied by at least one adult each. (Min. 16 yrs on Friday evenings) What’s included: Guide, seat in a shared K2 kayak, with spray deck, paddle and life jacket. What to bring:  (Headgear, sunglasses, retainer for glasses, 0.5L flask with water) Duration: 2,5 hours  (2 hours seated) Language: Bilingual Swedish/English   Meal: None Add-on: Single seating in K1 Kayak Opitonal:         Bring your own ocean kayak and join the guided tour.    

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Outdoor West Sea kayak tour: HERRING HERITAGE

Sea kayak tour: HERRING HERITAGE

When winds are too strong for beginners to padle on the coast north of Lysekil, we will relocate the activity further inland, to sheltered waters. You’ll still find yourself in “Wilderness light”, after only a few minutes of paddling, as this trip runs in a sparesly populated area.   Learn more about herring (Clupea harengus) and its importance to the Bohuslan region in the past - and enjoy an open-air herring meal trying out different flavours. A stable sea kayak (double seating) lets you enjoy the moment even more! Click the BOOK NOW! button to see available dates, time and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until your basket check-out is completed. Minimum number of participants is required on some departures. The booking amount will be reserved from your debit card, but the amount will not be deducted until we confirm your booking. Then a PDF ticket will be sent via email. LOCATION: LYSEKIL with transportation to a suitable are, most likely Nordströmmarna Season: May-October (extra trip on extra windy days, 8-12 m/s) Recommended for:   Fit, or strong adults aged 16 and older Level: Soft Adventure Easy, suitable for also beginners Requirements: Regular health, able to swim 200 meters You should not have long-term problems in the shoulders or arms and be able to be sit upright in a kayak for at least 75 minutes consecutively.  As we will paddle against the wind in very windy conditions, 16 years of age is our required minimum age. What’s included: Guide, seat in a shared K2 kayak, life jacket, spray deck, paddle, outdoor meal What to bring:  Headgear that stays in place when windy, windproof jacket or a thick fleece sweater that breaths (depenging on sunny or not), reinforcement garments for the break, sunglasses, (retainer for glasses), potable water (minimum 0.5L, that can be placed on top of kayak) Duration: 5 hours total (2-2.5 hours seated in the kayak) Language: Bilingual Swedish/English Meal: A selection of herring with different flavours  (veg(etari)an option available) Alcohol-free beverage for lunch included Optional add-ons: Dry suit (beginning and end of summer season) Single seating in K1 Kayak Families with youth and children can book  the family kayak tour Seafood à la granite.(4hrs) or City paddling (2.5 hrs) or a Private tour that is tailored to your wishes.

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Outdoor West Kayak: Sea food à la granite (Family tour)

Kayak: Sea food à la granite (Family tour)

Unwind and ENJOY SAVORY BLUE MUSSELS  Bring your kids, grandma or best friends along on this highly comfortable culinary tour in steady kayaks. If you apreciate peace and quiet, good food, a short and comfortable paddling in a spectacularly beautiful nature this is the tour for you! Indulge and enjoy the best of Bohuslän Preparing the blue mussels togehter and enjoying this culinary treat is a major part of this tour. But it is equally important to enjoy the scenic views and good company. This is soft adventure, slow food, nature and family gathering all brought into a 4 hour tour. Relaxing The kayaks are comfortable and stable. The pace is low and adapted to beginners and we stay close to the shore when there are kids participating. The guide will give you paddling advice and will also tell you about local customs, lore and the marine life. Explore the island, or stay behind to cook, play, socialize and enjoy yourself. Blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) with accessories will be served with non-alcoholic beverage. You are welcome to bring your own "fancy" meal beverage, if desired. Optional add-on: Would you like us to replace the mussels with other marien delicatessen you may chose among: Nephrops Norvegicus (langoustine or Norwegian lobster) or Pandalus Borealis (Northern Prawn) or Cancer Pagurus (Edible Crab.) This will incur an extra fee as the price of seafood fluctuates. We will contact you on the day of the tour for a final decision when we present you with the going price that day. Click the BOOK NOW! button to see dates, time and price categories for different departures. There will be no binding booking until check-out is completed. Minimum number of participants is required on some departures. The booking amount will be reserved from your debit card, but the amount will not be deducted until we confirm your booking. Then a PDF ticket will be sent via email. Area: LYSEKIL  Saltö fjord, waters north of the Northern Harbour  Season: May-September Level: Family Fun / Soft Adventure Easy, suitable for beginners Recommended for: Families (2 or 3 generations)  Beginners prefering a short trip and an intense expereince of Bohuslan's food culture and nature Groups with varying paddle expereince who just want to spend time together Requirements: Regular health. Adults need to be able to swim 200 m. An adult who is going to paddle with children in the same kayak must be strong enough / used to paddling, to handle a long K2 kayak in moderate wind. That is, you must not have long-term problems with arms or shoulders. Min age 3 yrs  Included: Seating in a K2-kayak, sharing with other participants or the tour leader, life jacket, spray deck and paddle. Guide, outdoor meal  and non-alcoholic meal beverage (water/beer) Bring this: Min 0.5L of potable water (to be stored on top of the kayak) (sun-glasses, with lanyard) (additional beverage of your choice) Duration:  Max 4 hours total (out of these max 1.5 hrs in the kayak) Children: Min 3 yrs (conditions apply) Family discounts avalilable on some departures (amount and age requirements etc will show up when initiating a booking) Meal: Blue mussels with condiments and a non-alcoholic meal beverage (water/beer) Add-ons:        Your chioce of seafood (the daily price fluctuates) Your own K1 single kayak

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Outdoor West Private group: Introduction to Rock Climbing (granite)

Private group: Introduction to Rock Climbing (granite)

Introduction to top rope climbing on Bohuslän granite crags. During 2 hours you will learn basics about equipment and rudimentary technique. Depending on group (size (and the location) you will be able to make 2-4 ascents on climbing routes of higher and higher level of difficulty. Ideal for groups of 3-4 persons. If you are more than 6 persons you might consider to add another 10 minutes per participant so that everyone is able to make at least 2-3 ascents. We provide: Climbing activity guide/leader who makes the belay Harness Helmet Climbing shoes 

FromSEK 3'000
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Outdoor West GUIDED TOUR: Culture & History

GUIDED TOUR: Culture & History

Our PRIVATE TOURS start where and when you prefer.  Our guide will escort you to the best views, nicest places to have a pic nic, swedish fika or try local delicatessen.  NB! We need your booking inquiry at lest 48 hrs prior to your ETD.  

FromSEK 2'800
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Outdoor West Walks: PRIVATE HIKING

Walks: PRIVATE HIKING

Translation pending NB! We need your booking inquiry at lest 48 hrs prior to your ETD.  

FromSEK 1'950
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Outdoor West Sea kayak: PRIVATE KAYAK TOUR

Sea kayak: PRIVATE KAYAK TOUR

Time to unwind and recharge your batteries - or speed up and challange your friends. Our PRIVATE TOURS start where and when you prefer.  Our guide will escort you to the  nicest beaches, the narrowest passages and the best places to watch birdlife or seals. Feel free to get inspiration from our regular tours and make it a special occasion for you and your friends/family/workgroup etc. Use K2 tandem or K1 single kayaks.  However, a stable sea kayak and dry suit during the winter months October- mid May makes you enjoy the moment even more! NB! We need your booking inquiry at lest 48 hrs prior to your ETD.  

FromSEK 2'000
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