Boat tours from Daftö
If you want to experience the West Coast and Bohuslän for real, we recommend a boat trip out to sea. Here, the winds are salty and the experiences are plentiful. The boat trips below are booked through Kustevent, but our own boat trip to Skattkammarön (Treasure Island) is booked through the reception.
Daftö Resort is located midway between the major cities of Gothenburg and Oslo. For those accustomed to the hustle and bustle of city life, the tranquility from the sea becomes especially palpable. From Daftö, several boat trips depart several times a week during the summer, and outside the summer season, we can arrange trips on request. Throughout the year, you can also travel to Nordkoster and Sydkoster via boats from Strömstad center.
Boat trip to the Koster Islands
The boat departs from Daftö's excursion pier to Ekenäs pier on Sydkoster. Ekenäs is close to Rörvik beach, bike rental, restaurants, and a kiosk. Here you will also find Naturum, where you can learn all about the nature and wildlife in Koster's national park: touch pool aquarium, exhibitions, slideshow, film, books, and brochures. Naturum is open year-round with free admission. Ekenäs is simply a great starting point for an adventurous day on Koster. When: Every Tuesday and Thursday during weeks 25-32 at 10:00 AM. The boat trip between Daftö and Koster takes about 45 minutes. The boat departs from Daftö's excursion pier in Söderviken at 10:00 AM and returns from Koster at 3:50 PM. The boat is back at Daftö around 4:30 PM. Price: 250 SEK per adult and 140 SEK per child aged 6-12 years. Children under 6 years old travel for free but still need to be booked.
Shrimp trawling in the Koster Sea
You have probably enjoyed delicious shrimp several times, but it may not be as likely that you know the work that has been done before you put the shrimp in your mouth. In the Koster Fjord, we meet a trawler that does a "haul," as we say in Bohuslän. When the trawl is up and the catch is on board, we approach the fishing boat and come alongside to take on board the freshest shrimp you have ever eaten. The price of the tour includes boat trip, fresh shrimp, and guidance. Drinks are extra. When: The boat departs from Daftö's excursion pier in Söderviken every Tuesday between weeks 27-32. The boat departs at 16:50 and returns around 21:30. Price: 995 SEK per adult, 765 SEK per youth aged 13-17 years, and 295 SEK per child aged 6-12 years. Children under 6 years old travel for free but still need to be booked.
Smuggling Tour in the Archipelago
A historical journey with stories from the days of the smuggler king. The tour takes place in the archipelagos of Strömstad and Koster. On board, we have a visit from the smuggler king himself. He tells tales of his life during the smuggling era while food and drinks are served on board. When: The boat departs from Daftö's excursion pier in Söderviken on Thursdays, weeks 26-32, at 17:30 and returns around 21:30. Price: 645 SEK per adult, 425 SEK per youth aged 13-17 years, and 295 SEK per child aged 6-12 years. Children under 6 years old travel for free but still need to be booked. The price includes the boat trip, meal, and guided tour.
Boat hopping in Bohuslän
To island-hop by boat is the perfect way to explore the Bohuslän archipelago. Spend a few days among salt-sprayed granite rocks, picturesque fishing villages, and classic seafood restaurants. In West Sweden, there are many options for those who want to island-hop in the archipelago and get close to islets, rocks, salty splashes, and wind-swept piers and cliffs. Day trips or experiences that last several days with accommodation and time to gather multiple memories to look back on.
