Stockholm: Evening Wildlife Safari & Campfire Dinner Tour

Summary

Evening forest walk near Stockholm with wildlife spotting and fireside meal

You’ll leave Stockholm behind for an evening wildlife safari through peaceful forests with a local guide. Walk quiet trails as dusk falls, share stories by a campfire while dinner cooks over open flames, and keep watch for moose or deer moving through shadowy trees. It’s real Swedish countryside—felt in your hands, tasted in your food—before heading back under city lights.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to feel so small out there, just an hour from Stockholm, but the forest really swallows up city thoughts fast. We met our guide, Jonas, who had this calm way of talking — not in a hurry, just letting us settle into the woods. The van ride was quiet except for someone’s backpack zipper and Jonas pointing out where he’d seen moose last week. I kept looking out the window hoping to spot something early (no luck yet). When we got out and started walking, the air felt colder than I thought it would for June — sharp and piney, like you could taste the green.

There was this part where we stopped by a lake ringed with reeds. Jonas handed me binoculars — I fumbled them at first (he grinned but didn’t say anything). The light was all soft blue and gold, kind of dreamy, and suddenly you’d hear a branch snap or a bird start up. We talked about how moose move through these parts at dusk and why wild boar are so hard to spot (they’re smarter than they look apparently). Someone tried to imitate an elk call; it came out more like a sneeze. It made us laugh though, which felt good in that quiet.

Dinner was around a fire that Jonas built from scratch — no lighter fluid or shortcuts. He cooked sausages right on the flames and passed around bread that tasted smoky at the edges. I didn’t realize how hungry I was until I took that first bite; maybe it’s something about eating outside after walking in the chill. There was coffee too, strong enough to wake up anyone who’d started drifting off staring at the embers.

After we ate, we set off again with flashlights low. That’s when we finally saw movement — two deer slipping between trees so quietly you’d miss them if you blinked. No big dramatic moment, just this hush as everyone watched. On the drive back to Stockholm I kept thinking about how different everything smells at night in those woods — like moss and woodsmoke mixed together. Still can’t quite shake it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Evening wildlife safari and dinner

• Start at office at 18:00
• Drive minivan to animal area
• Walk forest around lake
• Discuss Swedish wildlife habits
• Make fire and cook dinner
• Enjoy outdoor campfire dinner
• Scout forest for animals again
• End tour at 22:00

Top questions

What animals can you see on this Stockholm wildlife safari?

You might spot moose, deer, wild boar, and sometimes other native Swedish animals during the tour.

How long does the evening wildlife tour last?

The tour runs from 18:00 until around 22:00; it may end earlier during winter months.

Is dinner included on the safari?

Yes, dinner is prepared over an open bonfire during the tour and is included.

Do you need special fitness for this tour?

No special fitness level is required; it’s suitable for all physical abilities.

Is transportation provided from Stockholm?

Yes, pickup by minivan from central Stockholm is included in your experience.

Will there be a local guide on this tour?

A personal guide leads the group throughout the evening wildlife safari.

Are binoculars provided for animal spotting?

Yes, binoculars are available for guests to use while searching for wildlife.

Can you reach the starting point by public transport?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby if needed.

What’s included

Your evening includes pickup by air-conditioned vehicle from Stockholm, guiding throughout by a knowledgeable local who provides binoculars for animal spotting along forest trails and lakesides, plus a hearty outdoor dinner cooked over an open bonfire before returning to town later that night.