Speedboat and Explorer Cruiser Tours from Saltsjöbaden

Charterbolaget — Saltsjöbaden Boat Tours and Stockholm Archipelago Excursions

Overview

Charterbolaget operates from Saltsjöbaden in Stockholm County, offering a selection of guided boat tours and transfers across the Stockholm archipelago. Trips include high-speed RIB speedboat rides, small-group excursions aboard the EXPLORER CRUISER Anytec 1230, public sightseeing departures, and private tailor-made tours to islands such as Sandhamn, Vaxholm, and Dalarö.

Popular routes and highlights

• Stockholm City & Vaxholm (2 hours) — Sightseeing by speed boat with views of the Royal Palace and Vasa Museum, followed by archipelago cruising to Vaxholm.
• Saltsjöbaden to Sandhamn (5 hours) — A private or public 1.5-hour high-speed ride to Sandhamn with time ashore for lunch or dinner.
• Saltsjöbaden to Dalarö (2.5 hours) — Explore Dalarö village and the Dalarö Skans fortress, with on-water storytelling and wildlife spotting.
• Swedish fika & sightseeing (1.5 hours) — A public RIB tour that includes a stop for fika on a picturesque island.

Boat types and group formats

• RIB speedboats provide fast, thrilling transfers and sightseeing.
• EXPLORER CRUISER Anytec 1230 offers a half-day guided experience with small groups — typically limited to 10 guests per boat.
• Tours are available as private or public departures, with some private options offering pick-up or drop-off by speed boat for sunset dinners.

What to expect on a Charterbolaget tour

• Expert local guides who provide historical context about archipelago landmarks and islands.
• Flexible stops for swimming, fika (Swedish coffee & cinnamon buns), and short walks in island villages.
• Opportunities to see marine wildlife, including seals and sea eagles, and to view historic summer houses and coastal forts.

Why book a tour from Saltsjöbaden?

Charterbolaget’s Saltsjöbaden departures place guests right at the gateway to the Stockholm archipelago. Short cruises suit travelers looking for a quick sightseeing burst, while longer 5-hour tours deliver island time on Sandhamn. The combination of high-speed RIB adventures and relaxed Explorer Cruiser outings meets a variety of preferences — from adrenaline-seeking guests to small groups wanting a scenic, informative cruise.

Practical details

• Tour durations vary from 1 hour up to 5 hours depending on route and format.
• Destinations include Sandhamn, Vaxholm, Dalarö, and local Saltsjöbaden archipelago islands.
• Options exist for private transfers, sunset restaurant pick-up/drop-off, and public scheduled departures.

Booking and planning tips

• Choose a RIB tour for high-speed sightseeing and an Explorer Cruiser for a small-group half-day experience.
• Bring weather-appropriate clothing, swimwear for summer stops, and a camera for archipelago landscapes and wildlife.

Whether planning a short scenic cruise from Saltsjöbaden or a longer island visit to Sandhamn or Vaxholm, Charterbolaget provides boat-based access to the natural and cultural highlights of the Stockholm archipelago.