After an unforgettable stay on the island Utö, we found ourselves travelling back towards Stockholm but with a few hours to spare before checking into our hotel at Nacka Strand. I had previously scoured Google Maps to see if I could spot something interesting to do on our route, which was when I stumbled upon KAYAKOMAT.

Eager to find a way to further explore the archipelago independently, the concept of KAYAKOMAT immediately appealed to us. The company rents out single and double kayaks, as well as SUPs, but the unique thing is that their stations offer a fully self-service system. You simply go on to their website, or scan a QR code at the station, book what you want and for when, and you are sent a code to unlock the equipment at the designated time. What a great idea!

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