Wildlife photographic hide
Our luxury wildlife photographic hide complex can accommodate up to 24 photographers at 2-metre wide windows. All hides are interconnected and you can easily move between them.
The windows in our hides are 180cm x 50cm and made by Photo Logistics in Spain. Their specialist photographic glass is used all over the world in premier hides. 2 people per window.
The complex is heated and Wi-Fi is available throughout the complex.
Possible to have also smaller hides at the complex.
Birds and mammals photography hide
Two functional and comfortable mobile trailer hides, fitting 2-4 nature enthusiasts. The observing and recording of wildlife activities is possible in all four directions through specially designed mirror glass windows. Every hide is supplied with observation chairs, two stationary beds, toilet room, kitchen corner with the cooker-oven and refrigerator. The room and windows have a special heating and ventilation system. The lighting of hide, recharging of the phones, camera batteries and other electronic devices is possible via solar panel powered battery pack or from the main’s grid.
Nature escape at Apple Manor & Garden Complex (Silajanu manor)
Escape to Apple Manor & Garden Complex for a perfect nature retreat in Latgale. Our historic estate blends the charm of a manor with a 1939 stone building, set in serene natural surroundings.
Indulge in one of our 25 elegant rooms, featuring hand-painted murals inspired by Latvia’s beauty. Enjoy our expansive forest trails, sports grounds, traditional Charm Black Sauna, and nearby Feimanka River for relaxation.
Experience seasonal activities like apple picking, painting workshops, aroma creation, and sauna rituals. Additional amenities include a self-service grill, horseback riding, and lake trips. Book your escape today to enjoy nature and luxury in harmony.
Diversity of Peipsima
Join self-guided Peipsimaa trip, part of the Forest Trail, for a unique insight into the Lake Peipus area. Experience villages where houses and churches line the main street, and small harbors buzz with fishing boats. See wooden houses in various colors, and enjoy views of the vast Lake Peipus. Visit local cafés and shops, and get a feel for the local culture and way of life. This tour offers a chance to see and appreciate the region’s nature and the lifestyle of its residents.
Hiking with a Husky
Guided hikes on the nature trails in Gauja National Park with husky dogs. You will be equipped with professional gear, including a belly or hip belt to keep your hands free, an elastic leash and a well-trained husky with leashes. A knowledgeable trainer and guide will accompany you throughout the hike. Our huskies are highly skilled and trained for hikes and sled-dog sports competitions. Enjoy the spectacular Gauja river view with Devonian sandstone outcrops and experience the unconditional love and affection of our huskies who adore human interaction. The location and distance of the hike can be tailored to your preferences, offering a customizable experience.
Early Spring Birding Tour
Join one of the most popular tours among UK birders, allowing you to combine sightings of wintering Steller’s Eiders with breeding Woodpeckers, Owls and Grouse in just one short holiday. Our 6-day birding focused holiday in West-Estonia takes place from mid-March until the second week of April, the best time to visit. Our professional guides will take you on a tour to Leidissoo Nature Reserve to search for the Ural and Eurasian Pygmy Owls, followed by birding on Saaremaa Island, where we can spot the endangered Steller´s Eider. Our last leg of the trip will take us to the western taiga forests in Soomaa National Park, known for its woodpeckers, including Three-toed, Grey-headed, White-backed and Black. We may also spot the elusive Hazel Grouse and Capercaillies in Soomaa.
Bogshoe Hiking
Join our public bogshoeing hikes or gather your own group and select one of our routes across Latvia. With the guidance of our expert nature guides, explore captivating bogs and discover unseen locations, all while enjoying a genuine taste of adventure.
SUP or kayak rent for a 1-7 day trip along the Gauja River
Rent a SUP or a boat for a 1-7 day trip along the Gauja River, considered the most beautiful river in Latvia. Your rental will include all necessary inventory, bedding, kitchen items, route maps with accommodation and shops marked, and transportation to ensure an unforgettable holiday. If desired, an accompanying guide and photo/video services can also be organized for the entirety of your trip. This comprehensive rental package has everything from A to Z covered to make your trip seamless and stress-free, allowing you to focus on exploring the stunning natural beauty of the Latvian countryside.
Self-guided audio tour with lots of places to see in West-Estonia,
Explore West-Estonia at your own pace with our GPS-triggered storyteller. Follow a curated route to discover exciting places like Valgejärve Trail, Padise Monastery, Rummu Quarry, Vasalemma Manor, Ohtu Manor, Harju County Museum, and St. Michael’s Church. Pause at museums, campsites, and shops along the way. The audio guide covers 10+ points of interest, providing fascinating stories about each location.
Latvian Food Tasting and Hiking Adventure in Sigulda
This 15 km hiking tour in Sigulda lets you explore Latvian nature, cultural heritage, and local food. Sigulda, a former summer resort, boasts countless hiking trails along the Gauja River, romantic castles, scenic landscapes, sandstone outcrops, and the largest cave in the Baltics. Highlights include Emperor’s View, Devil’s Rock, Pikene Cliff, Krimulda Manor, Gutman’s Cave, and Sigulda’s Medieval Castle ruins. The tour includes lovely forest paths and two picnics featuring homemade Latvian food, offering a taste of local culture.
Winter Kayaking
Join a winter kayaking experience in Latvia with Movement Spontaneous. Over two days, participants will paddle through scenic rivers or lakes, with the route determined by weather conditions, leading to unique and less-explored destinations. Covering approximately 10 km each day, this adventure is designed for those looking for both a physical challenge and the excitement of exploring new locations. After a day of paddling, unwind in a sauna and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay. All necessary equipment is provided; participants only need to bring warm clothing and a sense of adventure. Each trip offers a new experience and memorable moments.
Luxury nature villa stay
Our one-of-a-kind villa in a clean and bright pine forest has no analogues in the world. Thanks to its unique design, you can have a mesmerizing view of the river through the panoramic window high above the ground.
We have thought through every element of the interior to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Solo canoe in a guided group -an Adventure Therapy Programm
Solo Canoe Adventure Therapy Programm is a uniqe way to experience one of Latvias most beautiful places - Gauja National park. It is going to be unique because meanwhile enjoying the amazing views, you will have the opportunity to learn from a professional how to paddle in a solo canoe. We will provide you with a possibility to experience individual experiences while being in a group. To make your experience even more valuable, the guides will use adventure therapy methods to help you link your experience on the river with your current life situation - struggles, questions, changes. We believe that the most valuable adventures are not only about the adrenalin but about the changes which happen in you - thoughts, emotions, beliefs. Combine the possibility to have an adventure in nature and have time and the tools for your personal growth.
Wildlife watching safari by your car
Ready for a safari like no other? At Toosikannu’s Red Deer and Wildlife Park—the largest of its kind in the Baltics—you can set off on a self-guided adventure through 1,000 hectares of managed natural landscape, all from the comfort of your own car.
This is your chance to observe over 500 red deer, as well as roe deer and other wild animals, living in their natural habitat. Follow clearly marked trails at your own pace—stop for photos, take in the scenery, and enjoy the calm beauty of Estonia’s woodland landscape.
There’s no guide, no schedule—just you, nature, and a truly unique experience. It’s perfect for families, couples, photographers, and anyone who loves quiet, independent exploration.
The drive takes about an hour and is available year-round, offering a different kind of magic in every season—from lush green summers to snow-dusted winter stillness.
Book your wildlife safari today—you bring the wheels, we bring the wonder.
Restaurant in the Forest
This restaurant has no walls. Instead, it offers a moss-covered floor, the freshest air, the music of birds, and the most delicious food, prepared before your eyes over an open fire by our team. With every dish served, your senses become more alive. Surrender yourself to this experience! Our menu features a wide variety of delectable dishes, crafted using only the freshest locally sourced ingredients. From sumptuous lunches to delectable dinners, each dish is cooked with care and precision, allowing you to savour the flavours in their purest form.
Snowshoeing trip
The enchanting Koitjärve and Kõnnu bogs of the Kõrvemaa nature reserve await hikers from spring to autumn to get to know their diverse nature. Under the guidance of an experienced guide, a hike of about 4-6 kilometers will be completed in the swamp, getting to know the history of the area as well as the plants and animals that nest there.
The hike starts in the parking lot of the Sportland Kõrvemaa Hiking and Skiing Center, from where you move on together in a box of 6×6 ZIL 131 type military trucks, which have been especially applied there for the transport of passengers. We have 4 of these trucks to display, so we can take more than 60 people on a hike at the same time.
Top Nature Sites of Latvia
Enjoy a week-long guided tour through Latvia's natural areas and landmarks. Discover Europe's widest waterfall, hike on the white sand beach in the Baltic Sea resort town of Jūrmala, traverse the Vidzeme rocky coastline, canoe and bogshoe through Latvia's national parks, and sample the mouth-watering natural cheeses, honey and wines from local small-scale farms. End your days relaxing in a traditional countryside sauna, taking in the serene surroundings.
5th Season Canoeing Self-guided Trip
Soomaa is best known for its extra season. In Soomaa National Park, the early spring floods render up to 17,500 hectares of lower forests, roads and meadows only navigatable by water. The floods start when one of the local rivers overflows its banks, ushering in an otherworldly fifth season and a magical way to immerse yourself in nature. Especially in a canoe!
This deluge is something akin to a 'fifth season' - when canoes can be paddled along roads, through forests and sometimes even in yards.
One of a kind experience!
Sled Dog Tour on Bog Islands
A 45-minute car drive from Tartu takes you to Peipsiveere Nature Reserve, one of Estonia's wildest and least inhabited areas. Join us for a guided sled dog tour through forests and across numerous bog islands, where you'll encounter signs of moose and other wildlife activities..
SUP and kayak adventure to the Death Island
Join us on a unique SUP and kayak adventure on the Daugava river, where you'll visit the WW1 battle sites on the Death Island. The island is home to trenches, a bunker, and other remnants of the historic battle, which you can explore on a guided walk with a knowledgeable guide.
As the day comes to a close, you'll be treated to a soldier's dinner, giving you a taste of what life was like for the soldiers who fought here a century ago. This SUP and kayak adventure is a perfect way to experience Latvia's history while enjoying the beauty of the Daugava river.
Western Estonia and the Islands self-guided bicycle tour
Life moves at a different pace on Estonian islands. Explore Hiiumaa, Saaremaa and the western reaches of Estonia with this 10 day self guided tour. Sights include Sääre tirp (the mythical bridge to Saaremaa), Angla windmills, Kaali meteorite crater, Haapsalu, Kärdla, Kuressaare and Estonia's summer capital Pärnu. Quiet and flat roads.
Authentic Estonian Smoke Sauna Experience
A former winter tavern in the forests of the Kõrvemā region, Estonia, offers a glimpse into life in Estonia a century ago, showcasing local traditional architecture and serene natural surroundings. During a guided two-hour tour, you'll enter an archaic threshing-dwelling where people lived without electricity for centuries. You will relax and unwind with a traditional smoke sauna experience, followed by indulging in delicious, locally sourced farm-to-table cuisine.
Wilderness Day Trip to Soomaa National Park
A guided trip in Soomaa national park that combines bog-walking and canoeing on the river. Lunch in the wild is included. Soomaa National Park is an extensive wilderness area, home to vast peat bogs, thick forests, and numerous rivers and floodplains. It's best known for its high-water season, considered the fifth season of the year when in a relatively small area between the bogs and swamp forests, several local rivers from surrounding uplands converge, creating a unique and breathtaking spectacle.
