About us

We are guided by raw nature, human connection, and experiences of lasting meaning.

From quiet sunsets on remote outer islands—where the day’s catch is shared beside a glowing fire—to surfing through winter storms as wind and sea collide, we believe life reveals itself in contrast. Some moments are serene, others demanding. Both are essential.

We curate guided journeys and bespoke experiences across Stockholm’s archipelago and the mountains of Scandinavia. Our guides are accomplished professionals with deep local knowledge, selected as much for their judgment and presence as for their technical expertise. Safety is fundamental to everything we do, supported by specialized, high-quality equipment suited to the environments we navigate.

At our core, we create refined, enduring experiences—sharing our most secluded places while designing responsible adventures with genuine respect for nature and place.

We are drawn to contrasts. From Michelin-starred dining in the heart of Stockholm, to kayaking in the sunrise with nothing but the open ocean on the horizon the following day.

The archipelago is our home. We know it intimately, care for it deeply, and look forward to sharing it with you—quietly, authentically, and as only locals can.

OCCAS was founded by four lifelong friends whose bond spans more than thirty years, beginning in high school. Raised south of Stockholm, we grew up with the archipelago as both our playground and our teacher—instilling a deep respect for the sea and an intuitive understanding of life on the water.

For more than two decades, we have operated businesses throughout Stockholm’s archipelago, building trusted, long-standing relationships with local residents and partners. The archipelago is not only where we work—it is where we return in our private time, a place of quiet, perspective, and restoration.

The name OCCAS is inspired by international maritime distress beacons—symbols of guidance, safety, and reassurance when conditions are demanding. It reflects our role as hosts and guides: a steady presence in all weather. With discretion, experience, and uncompromising attention to detail, we ensure every journey is conducted to the highest standards of safety, comfort, and professionalism.

At OCCAS, luxury is not excess—it is time, trust, and the confidence of being expertly looked after.