Soft Adventure Tour in Gauja National Park
Experience Gauja National Park's hidden heritage through an active tour starting in Strenči. Cycle past local breweries at Brenguļi and Valmiermuiža, hike through enchanting forests and along the Sietiņiezis sandstone cliff to the medieval Old Town of Cēsis. Canoe from Cēsis to Līgatne along the picturesque River Gauja, with its sandstone banks and charming farmsteads. Explore Līgatne's historic center with its paper mill and visit local wine and handicraft producers. Walk the Līgatne Nature Trails to spot wild animals. Conclude your adventure by cycling from Līgatne to Sigulda, where medieval castles and scenic views await.
Total distance cycling 90 km, walking 28 km, boating 17 km.
Sunrise or Sunset Canoeing in Peipsiveere Nature Reserve
A 45-minute car drive from Tartu will take you to the Peipsiveere Nature Reserve, one of Estonia's wildest and least inhabited areas. This vast and pristine wetland features numerous rivers and lakes, making it an ideal destination for canoeing. The serene rivers, lakes, and bog islands are home to a variety of birds and mammals, including several protected species. Our canoeing tours, available from April to October, are led by experienced nature guides. Canoeing on these tranquil wetland rivers is suitable even for beginners. The tour includes a light meal: breakfast on sunrise tours and a pancake picnic on sunset tours.
1. Public transport - buses from Tartu Coach Station to bus stop Saki. If you are coming from Tallinn, take a bus to Tartu from Luxexpress, if you want to come from Tartu by bus, find the best time for you using the time table. NOTE! There are buses from Tartu and back only on Wednesday and Saturday so that you can have a tour at 13.00
2. Rent a car or use Bolt/Taxi. We recommend that option!
3. Ask for us pick up from Tartu and back. Pick up fee is 200.00 euros.
E-Bike Tūja-Salacgrīva
Our journey begins in Liepupe village, formerly known as Pernigele, near the "Sidrabiņi" tavern. We'll travel from Liepupe to Lembuži, hugging the coastline to Tūja village at a relaxed pace. Then, we'll reach Ķurmrags lighthouse, exploring the Ežurga cliffs, a 2km sandstone strip, with the guide's assistance to carry bikes over rocks. Expect many picturesque stretches. Riding on the coastal sand is weather-dependent. We'll pause for a break at Veczemju cliffs, then continue along the coast with a brief highway section to the Vitrupe rivermouth and a breathtaking coastal ride to Svētupe rivermouth. Through forests, we'll explore bends and the Nēģu (lamprey) dunes, concluding our journey at Salacgrīva's "Tači."
Kayaking Tour in Riga
This self-service city kayaking tour provides a unique and enjoyable way to explore Riga. With our pre-planned kayaking routes and GPS-enabled kayaks you will navigate the city's canals and waterways at your own pace while admiring the scenery of parks, bridges, and secluded islands. Simply follow the route map on your phone and take in the beauty of Riga from a whole new perspective.
E-Bike Salacgrīva-Vitrupe
Departing from "Tači," we'll explore the Nēģu (lamprey) dunes. Then, crossing Annasmuiža Bridge towards Svētupe, we'll ride through a beautiful pine forest to Svētupe and along the river to Lībiešu Upuralas (Sacrificial Caves). The first rest break awaits in the scenic Svētupe bend. Continuing, we'll head towards the Vitrupe River to Brīdaga (one of the Soviet-era "zero zones"), riding on gravel roads. From the Vitrupe River into the sea, a splendid coastal ride awaits to Svētupe rivermouth, with nearly constant chances to ride alongside the water and enjoy e-bike advantages. We'll also see Lāņi Manor along the way. From Svētupe rivermouth to Salacgrīva, we'll ride a forest bike path, exploring interesting spots. Upon entering Salacgrīva, we'll explore some intriguing bends before returning to "Tači."
Bogshoe Hiking in Peipsiveere Nature Reserve
Nature Tours Estonia offers bogshoe tours and snowshoe tours in the Peipsiveere Nature Reserve, located in the eastern part of Estonia. The Peipsiveere Nature Reserve is renowned as one of the wildest forest and wetland areas in Estonia, encompassing both Ramsar and Natura-designated sites. Bogshoeing (snowshoeing) is the greatest way to discover these unique places and landscapes. The quiet rivers, lakes and bog islands are home for many birds and mammals, including protected species. Our guides have extensive experience in nature conservation and practical outdoor living, both being passionate nature enthusiasts.
Minimum age 7 years
1. Public transport - buses from Tartu Coach Station to bus stop Saki. If you are coming from Tallinn, take a bus to Tartu from Luxexpress, if you want to come from Tartu by bus, find the best time for you using the time table. NOTE! There are buses from Tartu and back only on Wednesday and Saturday so that you can have a tour at 13.00
2. Rent a car or use Bolt/Taxi. We recommend that option!
3. Ask for us pick up from Tartu and back. Pick up fee is 200.00 euros.
SUP adventure in Smarde swamp
Welcome to take a surreal SUP adventure in the swamp, where you can visit a colony of sea ravens and relax to restore your energy. As you float through the swamp, cormorants fly around, creating a magical feeling that makes everything around you disappear in the mist that envelops the swamp labyrinths. The spooky trees and birds make the visit to the legendary gathering place of cormorants even more impressive. Your adventure starts with a short walk through the forest to the starting point where you will meet your tour guide and begin your fun-filled adventure.
SUP and Kayak night ride in the swamp
Embark on a spooky and magical SUP and Kayak night ride in the swamp with headlamps, a must-have experience for thrill-seekers. Paddling through the swamp and watching the fog slowly dissipate into implacable darkness is a surreal experience. After dark, "crazy things" happen in the swamp, so muster your courage and prepare for an unforgettable adventure. To reach the paddling point, you will begin with a 2km walk along the swamp with torches, taking you through the peat quarries on the edge of the Great Ķemeru moor. Along the way, you'll witness fascinating landscapes with dark swamp lakes, beaver houses and dead trees.
24 Hour Raft Mission with Adventure Therapy elements
The 24 Hour Raft Mission is an amazing opportunity to experience Latvian nature in a raw and intense way. The main focus is on practical learning - how to build a raft with your own hands and later use it to spend a night on a river. You will experience how important it is to work in a team to reach the goal, you will get out of your comfort zone and you will experience the flow of Latvian nature first hand. To make this experience even more valuable, we as trainers, will use some adventure therapy methods to help you link your experiences with your daily life challenges and current struggles.
We believe that a real adventure is not only adrenalin filled, but mainly something what has happened and moved in you as a person - your thoughts, emotions, beliefs.
The nights before and after the mission you will spend in an idillic old Latvian house in the middle of amazing nature.
Hiking trails in Villa Pillapalu
Villa Pillapalu offers their guests an opportunity to spend time hiking in the beautiful Estonian nature. Bogshoe hike to Koitjärve bog accompanied by an experienced guide - a hike starting next to the villa, covering varying landscapes which takes you through forests and a bog. Suitable for all ages.
World of Nectar Plants Tour
Embark on an enchanting World of Nectar Plants Tour in Estonia, designed for true nature enthusiasts seeking a unique experience. This self-guided journey begins at the Slow Moment Beekeeping House at Tormikadaka Farm, where you'll receive detailed maps guiding you through diverse landscapes, including the Kastna juniper grove (1.6 km away) and Sepamaa beach (1.2 km away). Each location offers the opportunity to discover and identify a variety of nectar-rich plants in their natural habitats. You can choose to explore a single destination or visit all locations, either on foot, by bicycle, or by car.
The selection of plants for the tour is based on the DNA analysis of Slow Moment Honey, as these plants serve as the primary nectar sources for coastal meadow honey. For example, you’ll have the chance to discover alder buckthorn, water avens, and tufted vetch along the way. As you traverse these scenic trails, your QR-code-enabled device will provide in-depth information about each plant, enriching your understanding of Estonia’s rich biodiversity.
This tour promises a captivating blend of exploration and sensory delight, making it an ideal addition to any nature enthusiast’s itinerary.
You can also request a guided tour, which includes a deeper dive into the plant species identified in the DNA analysis of honey, insights into the interconnections between bees, nature, and honey, and a degustation of different honey varieties.
Muhu on horse riding and luxury life
Discover the beautiful Estonian island Muhu by horse riding! A 3 day excuisit experience with 5* manor accommodation, a local luxury food experience and breath-taking nature views. Riding daily 3-5 hours.
Our horses are from a local race; the Estonian horse, a breed rescued from extinction. An experienced guide will accompany you. Muhu has many interesting riding possibilities: along the coastlands, over fields and through forest paths. Your route has been planned taking your riding skills and that of your company into account. Lunch is being served at local horse farm or if the weather permits, a picnic lunch will be served on the route instead. In the afternoon you will continue your ride along mystical forest lanes and over wide meadows.
Active Wednesdays in Sea Kayaks
Seize the opportunity to acquire new skills and enhance your existing ones in sea kayaking. Every Wednesday, we welcome anyone eager for an active evening outdoors on the water. Participants will prepare the equipment and boats themselves. The activity spans 2-3 hours during which we will focus on developing technical skills, learning new paddling exercises, and honing water techniques.
Participants should possess prior experience in sea kayaking.
Sunsets with the seals, birds and seascapes
Seals are marine mammals that leave no one indifferent with their human-like nature and interesting ways of life. Watching grey seals roaming on the rocks and swimming in the sea around the small islands and coves of Kolga Bay is a unique and memorable opportunity to get to know one of the most fascinating seascapes in Northern Estonia and to get a closer look at the life of the Baltic top predators - grey seals.
For seal and wildlife watching, we use a purpose-built, enclosed-cabin boat with up to 6 seats. Its one-way mirror glass windows allow you to observe nature, while remaining invisible and disturbing as little as possible the shy wildlife. Quiet and precise manoeuvring and stationary positioning are ensured by an electric bow engine, which allows the seals to be observed more closely and with less disturbance than with conventional watercraft. The hull of the boat is constructed from highly durable recycled plastic and has a stable shape with low sides. For this reason, and with the possibility of a low seating position, our boat trips are particularly well suited for photo and video recordings of seals and seabirds. If the weather and visibility are suitable, we can
monitor the seals; underwater activities with a small underwater drone. If necessary, we can also open both the windows and roof hatches to let the sun and the salty sea air refresh us, or observe the animals and birds from a distance through binoculars or enjoy the views of the seascapes.
2 days nomadic wilderness resort experience
Immerse yourself deep in the wilderness of Northern Kõrvemaa. Begin the day with an invigorating hike in the bog, then cycle through forest to our luxurious nomadic wilderness camp, where you will have the full comforts available to you in a rustic, wild setting. Relax in a tent sauna as a gourmet meal is prepared on-site in our mobile kitchen. Share stories around a campfire before bedding down in your safari tent under a starry sky. Next day, you have a canoe adventure in the morning and a variety of activities to choose from in the afternoon, including kayaking trips, farm visits and island safaris. Or you can always just choose to relax in the comfort of our camp, taking short walks to nearby serene nature.
Latgale Sauna Ceremony & SPA rituals
Experience ultimate relaxation with our Latgale sauna ceremony. This ancient ritual, guided by an experienced sauna master, includes a tea ritual on the sauna terrace, steaming with brooms, and a soothing hand oil mask. Conclude with a refreshing walk through the garden to the main shower. Available year-round, the sauna is particularly enchanting in autumn and winter, but delightful in summer. Bring a swimsuit and sauna slippers; we provide bath towels and bathrobes.
Enhance your relaxation with our 3-hour spa rituals, featuring luxurious treatments such as body scrubs, massages, wraps, and facial procedures using premium Thalac cosmetics.
Nature Hikes on Finnish sleds on the winter trails of Pühajärve
The Finnish sled has gone through a great transformation and looks sleek and modern. We use new Finnish sleds on light aluminum frames. Basic kicksledding is easy to learn. Just stand with one foot on the runner, hold on to the handlebar, and kick with your free foot. A Finnish sled hike is perfectly suited for enjoying the outdoors in the winter.
We will be sledding on snowy nature trails and hiking trails or on frozen lakes. If Lake Pühajärve has properly frozen over and the weather permits, you will have the exciting opportunity of sledding between the islands of lake Pühajärv.
Finnish sled hikes can be enjoyed by anyone at any level of fitness; they do not require any physical preparations or prior experience.
Nature escape at Muuski Glamping
In Veclaicene, a Latvian parish next to Estonia's border, we offer a tranquil nature retreat, highlighted by its serene lakes and the quiet ambiance ideal for a vacation. In close proximity, visitors can explore the small towns of the southern regions of Estonia. The accommodation includes 16 sq.m. Safari tents equipped with quality bed linens, towels, and heated mattresses to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests can spend their evenings in a Safari tent overlooking the meadow, soak in an authentic heated outdoor bath, enjoy a meal in the kitchen or around the campfire, with all necessary cookware and utensils provided. There is a pond for swimming on hot summer days.
Additionally, there is a service house available with multiple showers and toilets, and a washing machine for guests convenience. For those interested in exploring the beautiful landscape, bicycles are available at no extra cost.
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.
Self-guided 6 day hike along coastline
Explore the serene beauty of Kurzeme's Great Wave Sea on a 6-day self-guided hiking adventure. Sandy shores, quiet villages, and coastal cliffs await. Begin in Liepaja, where history meets the sea. Enjoy local flavours in Pavilosta and relish panoramic views from Uzava lighthouse. Your journey ends in vibrant Ventspils, offering fun for families. Hike 20-30km per day and preparation is advised.
South Estonian Wilderness & Sauna Experience
For seekers of the remote and the unique, we will transport our luxurious nomadic wilderness camp to South Estonia and set it up next to an old wooden smoke sauna, a tradition preserved in UNESCO heritage. As you follow, you will get a tour of Estonia's cultural capital Tartu on the way, before indulging in the smoke sauna ritual followed by a gourmet dinner by our expert chef. The next day is all for exhilarating nature and fascinating culture in the kingdom of the Seto people near the Russian border, who have preserved their unique old traditions. We will explore this truly off the beaten track paradise by minibus, bicycle, and on foot.
Guided smoke sauna ritual
A sauna ritual in Wiire’s smoke sauna is a sensual, deeply touching experience that takes you out of your everyday life and brings you back to your centre. This facilitated journey is led by a sauna woman – a space creator, storyteller and spiritual healer in whose caring hands the sauna becomes a sacred place. The ritual follows the stages that have evolved over time, inspired by nature and folklore: welcoming, cleansing, healing and giving thanks. At each step, one moves deeper into relaxation and connection with oneself. The sauna uses only natural ingredients – salt, ash, honey, herbs and various incense to invigorate the body, revitalise the senses and soothe the soul. The sauna ritual progresses from a peaceful introduction through an intense middle section to a quiet and grateful end. Each participant’s experience is personal and unique – created in the moment, in the space and with themselves.
Possible to stay overnight.
SUP adventure in Riga canal
Enjoy SUP adventure in a very center of Riga. We will guide you trough Riga canal, to see canal lights, mystical lanterns and historical and illuminated buildings. You are very welcome to bring your own lights or lamps to brighten it up even more.
Following the adventure, we'll treat ourselves with the best eclairs in Riga from Raunas dārzs (Raunas garden) and savor homemade mulled wine from us - Boards You.
Our paddleboards are really steady, so you'll feel safe and comfortable in the calm canal waters. You'll get a new view of Riga's center, starting at the passenger port and ending at the lively Origo shopping center. Come and have a great time with us!
Sauna rituals in nature villas
A sauna ritual offers a glimpse into Estonian traditions while relaxing and detoxifying your body in a modern setting. Experience the authentic sauna by making your own viht, practicing old traditions, and enjoying muscle relaxation through vihtlemine. Your skin will be scrubbed and nourished with forest plants. Sauna rituals, integral to Estonian life, provide numerous benefits including detoxification, increased metabolism and blood circulation, improved sleep, better immune function, and overall relaxation.