🛶 30 Canadians • Tours 1–10 days

Canoe rental in Värmland

Paddle on sparkling lakes and rivers – with western Värmland's oldest canoe center outside Arvika

Adventure for everyone

Welcome to our canoe center


Sandvikengården is Western Värmland's oldest canoe center with over 30 Canadians and a few kayaks. We offer paddling adventures from one day up to ten days on some of Värmland's most beautiful lakes and rivers.

The packages include all equipment and transportation to the starting location, but you can also build your own package.

30 Canadians

INCAS AL 525 — Stable and comfortable for up to 3 people and 400 kg

Transport service

We will drive you to the starting point at 10:00 or 14:00 and pick you up if necessary.

Detailed trail descriptions

Complete itinerary, maps and safety briefing included

All equipment

Complete package with all the canoeing equipment you need – just bring clothes and food

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Our most popular tours

Choose your kayaking route


Värmeln Tour

4–7 days

The perfect first canoe trip! Paddle around the islands in beautiful Värmeln, a 35 km long lake system with minimal settlements and many tent sites.

  • Start & finish at Sandvikengården
  • No transportation needed
  • Many islands for overnight stays
  • Calm paddling in beautiful scenery
⭐ Easy – Perfect for families
⚠️ During the autumn, the passage in Malsjöån may be difficult to pass due to heavy vegetation.
🎒 Canoe package Värmeln
4 days (2 people) — 2,830 SEK
7 days (2 people) — 2,830 SEK
Incl. canoe, equipment & map

The river – Värmeln

2–4 days

A classic weekend trip through old cultural areas where Värmland's first settlers settled. Paddling through lakes and rivers with varied landscapes.

  • Varied paddling through lakes and rivers
  • Longer lifts occur
  • Can be extended to a week trip
  • Transport to the start is included
⭐ Easy to medium
🎒 Canoe package Rinnen–Värmeln
1 canoe (2 people) 2 days — 1,740 SEK
Incl. canoe, equipment, map & transport

Kölaälven

5–7 days

Family-friendly tour through agricultural villages along the winding Köla River. Approximately 35 km with relatively easy paddling and less land transport.

  • Start in Askesjön (Sweden/Norway)
  • 7 land transport
  • Swimming and camping sites
  • Perfect for families
⭐ Easy – Family Friendly
🎒 Canoe package Köla river
1 canoe (2 people) — 4,510 SEK
2 canoes (4 people) — 7,230 SEK
Includes canoe, equipment, map & transport to Skillingmark

Jösse River (Finnmarken)

7–14 days

For the more experienced paddler! A one or two week adventure with 14 lifts through small lakes and rivers. Can be combined with Glaskogen.

  • Moderate difficulty classification
  • 14 lifts (100m – 6500m)
  • Edane, Austmarka, Gunnarskog, Arvika
  • Provisioning options
⭐⭐ Moderate difficulty
🎒 Canoe package Jösse river
1 canoe (2 people) — 4,510 SEK
2 canoes (4 people) — 7,230 SEK
Includes canoe, equipment, map & transport to Mittanderfors

Interested in something completely different? We can tailor a special package for your trip or group. Fishing license: can be purchased digitally at ifiske.se

Complete package

What is included in the canoe package?


Everything you need for an unforgettable canoe trip. Our complete package includes:

Canoe INCAS AL 525

Stable and comfortable, up to 3 people

trolley

For simple land transport

Packing barrel 60L

Waterproof storage for your gear

Trail description & Map

Detailed itinerary for your chosen route

Tarpaulin

Protection against rain and moisture

Life jackets

Safety for all paddlers

Rope & Spade

For anchoring and toilet needs

Transport

We drive you to the starting point

Options & Prices

Canoe Transfer normally at 10: 00

Extras Half day Day / pc Week
Canoe 250 kr 500 kr 2 500 SEK
Kayak a person 250 kr 500 kr 2 500 SEK
trolley – kr 40 kr 120 kr
Packing drum 60 liters – kr 20 kr 100 kr
Trangia camping stove – kr – kr 140 kr
Methylated spirits 1 liters – kr 80 kr 80 kr
Tent 2–4 people – kr 300 kr 700 kr

Transfer

Ask us about transfers to your desired starting point – we tailor the transport to your trip!

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Practical information


We have collected all the important information for your canoe trip on our own pages. Click below to read more!

FAQ

Booking, equipment, transport, fishing and safety

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Right of public access

Camping, making fires and staying in nature responsibly

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Tips & Advice

Safety, packing list, food, clothing and weather tips

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Värmland – a landscape of nature and culture

Värmland is a region full of opportunities for adventurers and nature lovers. With beautiful lakes, calm rivers and pristine nature, it is a perfect destination for canoeing. Here you can experience tranquility, open nature and authentic Swedish outdoor life.

Ready for adventure?

Book your canoe trip directly through our booking widget, or contact us for a personal offer.