Skrova Kayak: Unforgettable sea adventures in spectacular Vestfjorden

Nature lovers are truly spoiled for choice in the breathtakingly beautiful Lofoten Islands. Located on the idyllic Skrova Island in the heart of Vestfjorden, Skrova Kayak offers fun, active experiences allowing visitors to see Lofoten from the unique vantage point of the blue waters.

Lofoten is a fantastic region for sea kayaking, and with its friendly, knowledgeable guides and years of experience, Skrova Kayak is a safe and reliable option. In fact, the company is Tripadvisor’s highest-ranked in tours and activities in the area. “Lofoten is a very special destination, especially during the summer with the unique atmosphere of the Midnight Sun,” says owner Michal Kraus. “A lot of our customers say that they had high expectations of Lofoten, but the reality exceeded their wildest dreams.”

Tours can be adapted according to preferences and are well-suited to beginners and families as well as experienced kayakers. “The fantastic natural experiences here are something most people would love to take part in – the mountains and incredible hikes especially,” says Kraus. “For sea kayakers, the crystal-clear water is a major draw. Paddling on the blue water with the view of white sandy beaches is just beautiful – it’s like being in the Caribbean.”

Kayaking makes it possible to explore this amazing place without causing harm to the environment, and exploring the sea around Skrova is ideal for wildlife lovers. “Gliding quietly along the water, we can get much closer to local wildlife than you normally would,” Kraus says. He has previously spotted minke and humpback whales as well as the endangered basking shark – though such encounters are rare. On an average tour, you may also encounter sea eagles, sea otters and harbour porpoises.

Skrova Kayak takes safety seriously and everyone must undertake a mandatory introduction and run-down of the equipment as well as a safety briefing prior to heading out to sea. The team offers tours to small groups of max. ten people and focuses mostly on the stunning local surroundings, though visitors can also go further afield.

On standard tours of around three hours, the group can cover the whole island of Skrova – which has the least rain and most hours of sun in the Lofoten archipelago. Custom private tours and half-day paddling adventures for active sea kayakers are available on request. Alongside guided tours, the company also offers training courses and kayak rentals to people who hold kayaking certificates.

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