
Guided tour - Örekilsälven Gothenburg
Suitable for those who have previously completed a basic course!
Guiding - Having run certain rivers countless times, we know what obstacles occur at different water levels, where the best place to put in and take out is, different lines in the rapids and where the best surf waves are. We take care of organization and safety so you can focus on having your best day on the river!
Örekilälven is a class 2-3 river in an incredibly beautiful landscape just over an hour's drive from Gothenburg. The river is located in a valley with massive rock walls and shorter sections running through canyons. It feels like paddling in Norway, but in Sweden! The upper part is so called “pool and drop” with wave trains and nice places to practice traverses. The lower part is more consistent with some good surf waves. Halfway down you will come across the mighty Brålandsfalle (class 4-5) which is easy to transport.
- From the age of 16 in the company of a guardian
- Max 5 participants
- At least 2 participants are required for the activity to be carried out (participants do not have to be from the same company)
- Own transport is required
What is included
- All equipment
- Coffee (fika)
Practical information
We gather at a small shed next to Munkedals Sports Ground. Follow this link to see the meeting point.
We will bring all the equipment you need to be able to paddle. It includes wetsuit, life jacket, helmet, kayak, cape and paddle. Own things to bring with you:
- Undershirt and trousers of wool, synthetic or fleece (excluding cotton)
- Comfortable shoes that can be tied to withstand getting wet (eg jogging shoes)
- Extra shoes and socks to wear afterwards
- Warm clothes
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Base to stand on (e.g. a seat mat or extra towel)
- Water bottle
- Sun protection cream
Next available events

Apr 12 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
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About Forsverket
Forsverket offers courses and guiding in whitewater kayaking. We train according to the Swedish Canoe Association's Paddelpasset training system. We also have permission from the Swedish Transport Agency to train rafting guides.
During the summer holidays we are on rivers in Idre and the surrounding area. Norra Dalarna invites you to whitewater kayaking in fantastic mountain environments! There are several rivers here for whitewater paddlers regardless of skill. The rest of the year we are at Säveån in Floda just outside Gothenburg. Säveån flows through a nature reserve but is an incredibly accessible river. It's a perfect place to practice paddling technique and an oasis with a wilderness feel - just a stone's throw away from Gothenburg!
Paddling in moving water is special. You are in a dynamic environment where one day is not the same as the next. Everything is in constant motion. Regardless of how many times you have paddled a river, each time feels like a new adventure! Our goal is for as many people as possible to experience this highly addictive activity. We adapt to the individual so that all participants have the opportunity to develop at their own pace according to their own conditions. We want to create a safe environment where you feel comfortable taking the step into the world of whitewater.