4 Kayak Trips in Denmark Worth Booking

1.Kayak Tour in Copenhagen Harbor – June, July and August

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 61 reviews · 2 hours · from $70Our pick

Set out from Kalvebod Bølge in a stable double sea kayak, then paddle past Christiansborg, Børsen, the Royal Library, and through Christianshavn’s canals. A Danish- or English-speaking guide handles instruction and safety. The tour runs in June, July, and August, costs $70, and includes kayak gear, changing facilities, and a bottle of water.

“Jorn, our guide, was so passionate about showing us his take on Copenhagen architecture and always checking to make sure the group were safe and all together. Great tour with a lot of information to take in.”

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2.SUP – Stand Up Paddle – Kitesurfing – Wingfoil & Kitefoil courses

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72Top rated

Meet instructor Michael at Roustvej 106 near Varde for a beginner-friendly water-sports session. A 90-minute SUP course covers board skills, safety, and practice with equipment included. Kitesurfing, wingfoil, and kitefoil need separate pricing and longer sessions, with kitefoil reserved for advanced kitesurfers.

“We were first-time SUPers and very much enjoyed this course. Michael, the instructor, is friendly and patient, explained everything really well, brought a lot of equipment which we could test and is fluent in several languages (German, English). The location is beautiful and idyllic, perfect for a first SUP experience. Highly recommended!!”

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3.2 Hours Guided Kayak Tour in Copenhagen Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

You will spend about two hours kayaking from Kalvebod Bølge through Copenhagen’s harbor and canals. Guides such as Liv and Christian explain the city as you paddle past Christianshavn, Thorvaldsens Museum, the Royal Library, palaces, houseboats, and old bridges. Double kayaks, lockers, changing rooms, and all basic equipment are provided.

“Such a fun way to see different parts of the city and get a workout! The guide was great and showed many neat locations.”

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4.Kayak Tour in Copenhagen Harbor in May and September

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $70

Paddle with a guide from Kalvebod Bølge through Christianshavn’s canals and Copenhagen Harbor. This two-hour outing includes about 75 minutes on the water, with stops to hear about Christiansborg Palace, Thorvaldsens Museum, Gammel Strand, and the Black Diamond. Liv is one guide named in the booking information. Tours run only in May and September.

“Excellent way to see the city and get some exercise and fresh air. Liv, our guide, was excellent with the equipment and helping ua get kitted out and onto the water — and an informative companion during the trip, giving us a local’s perspective on the city and the water.”

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