Ethnic-inspired Mindful Retreat Experience
Immerse yourself in our curated experiences blending folkloric rituals, workshops, and treatments for mindful living. Tailored to your preferences and schedule:
-Herbal Crafting: Explore local flora's healing properties.
-Sauna Sensation: Experience the Latvian sauna ritual.
-Ancient Power Songs: Discover centuries-old folk verses.
-Latvian Symbol Exploration: Decode traditional symbols.
We arrange transfers, accommodation, and meals, suggesting journeys beyond Riga for deeper exploration. Travel options include public transport, bikes, or eco-friendly Teslas. Extend your stay in rural guesthouses or camping. Meals showcase local flavors, enriching your Latvian adventure amidst scenic landscapes.
Phyto Sauna Holiday Escape
Enjoy a phyto sauna while staying in a cosy log cabin by Lake Kāla in East Latvia. Phyto sauna uses heated herbs, steam, and aromatherapy. Located on a 6-hectare private forest within the protected NATURA 2000 area, the cabin is fully self-sufficient and heated with firewood harvested from the surrounding forest. Enjoy fishing, boating, or stand-up paddleboarding on the lake, exploring the forest paths and trails.
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.
Bungee Jump From Cable Car
Bungee Sigulda is a unique place in Europe, where jumps with a bungee are taken from a cable car. The height of a jump above the river Gauja is 43m. As safety is the main priority for each jump the technologies and inventory are developed strictly observing the standards of mountain climbing and dangerous equipment with a safety reserve of 7-20 times. Since 1992 Sigulda Bungee is giving an opportunity to fulfil one of the most memorable adventures in a life time in a safe way. More than 100 000 people have tried this attraction already.
Bogshoe Hike
Walking on the bogs has been suggested by Lonely Planet as one of the greatest activities in Estonia. Bogshoes have been used to walk on wetlands throughout the times. This footwear allows us access to the places on the bogs where it is hard or even impossible to reach by foot. Learning about bog species, watching the birds, maybe even some mammals. It is possible to find berries. In winter time, the bogs are covered with ice. Soomaa National Park has several bogs to choose:
– Ingatsi Trail (4,3 km)
– Riisa Bog Trail (4,8 km)
– Hüpassaare Trail (4,4 km)
– Öördi Trail (2,4 km)
From the 23rd of April to the 24th of June we are not using bog shoes and we walk on the bog by wooden path and go bogwalking on the edges of bog (with rubber boots if necessary). We are not entering deeper into the bog because of nesting birds during this period.
Kicks sled's trips @Soomaa National Park
In winter, when the rivers and water meadows of Soomaa have frozen over and the weather conditions are favourable, you are welcome to try riding on a kicksled!
These lightweight sleds are perfect for gliding over ice and packed snow. You stand with one foot on one runner and push off with the other foot. Some sleds even have a seat for kids to ride or to carry supplies.
The sleds or kicksleds or kicksparks make it fun to hike on frozen flood areas or forest roads. When planning the route of the hike, we will take into consideration your wishes, experiences, and the weather conditions.
Sauna session in a traditional smoke sauna at Mooska
The Smoke sauna traditions of Old Võromaa have found their honoured spot on the list of UNESCO intangible cultural heritage of the world. At Mooska Farm, you can try a piece of this ancient Estonian heritage for yourself. A traditional sauna session lasts at least three (3) hours and the smoke sauna of Mooska Farm can comfortably accommodate eight people. The rich aroma of burning wood is complemented by a whispered note of meat smoked in the sauna, birch boughs, and sauna honey. Since it's located next to a pond, during the winter, you can quickly dip yourself in an ice hole, the rest of the seasons just cold water.
The sauna's cost includes two boughs, hand-made soaps, sauna honey and herbal tea.
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.
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.
Canoeing on the Irbe River near Slītere National Park
The Irbe River flows in the western part of Latvia and empties into the Baltic Sea. In one day's itinerary, you can explore the 14km long meandering, steep, sandy riverbank section. The journey starts at the Irbene radio telescope, which is one of the largest radio telescopes in Europe. Originally constructed during the Soviet era for espionage purposes, the 32m parabolic antenna now serves as an international radio astronomy center, offering guided tours to visitors. It is possible to extend the canoe trip by 13 km, reaching the mouth of the Irbe River in the sea.
RIGA Mindfulness Walk
RIGA Mindfulness Walk combines gentle movement, calming breathing practices, music-guided slow walking, and sensory experiences. Participants explore city parks from a new perspective, enjoy a mindful tasting, pause for meditation in nature, and take part in relaxed sharing. The experience is grounded, restorative, and designed to support calm, focus, and overall well-being.
TAKA Raiskums Mindfulness Walk
The TAKA Raiskums Mindfulness Walk takes place in the quiet, unspoiled landscapes of Gauja National Park.
Participants move slowly through forest paths in silence, guided to deepen sensory awareness and understand how natural environments support both physical and mental well-being.
The experience includes gentle breathing practices, body awareness meditation in the forest, mindful tasting, and moments of attentive listening and sharing, held in a safe and supportive atmosphere.
This walk is calm, grounding and restorative, offering space to reconnect with nature and oneself.
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.
Explore Riga from the Water
Embark on an exciting water escapade in Riga's canals. Choose from single or double sea kayaks, SUP boards, or even a team SUP board for a fun group experience. With multiple routes available, you can paddle through Zunda Canal, glide past the historic Old Town, or journey towards the Riga Shipyard. While guides are available upon request, the allure of self-guided exploration lets you set your own pace and immerse in the surroundings. Discover Riga's charm from a unique perspective as you navigate the waterways at your leisure, creating a remarkable memory of your Latvian visit.
SUP and Kayak expedition in the Abava River
Begin your SUP and Kayak expedition with a stroll and warm-up at the scenic Abavas Rumba Waterfall on the Abava River. For the daring, take on the challenge of navigating the whitewater of the waterfall. Along the way, discover the ruins of the Svente mill and try your hand at the classic zip-line over the Abava river, first installed in 1948. The journey culminates in Renda, where you can capture stunning photos, share your experiences, and admire the Īvande waterfall. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure through Latvia's natural beauty.
Traditional Estonian mushroom hunting
Picking mushrooms are for many estonians like a summer national sport and tradition from generations to generations. We invite you to a guided mushroom foraging tour to Järvselja forest area and to the forests on the bog islands of Emajõe-Suursoo, located in Peipsiveere Nature Reserve. Experience the scenic landscape with no artificial noises and most likely no other people.
Guided by an experienced guide, we will hike to places where you will find the best delicacies of Estonian nature. We will learn how to find our own mushroom spots, what to pick and what to leave in the forest, and how to cook and store mushrooms for the winter.
At the end of the hike, we will build a campfire and serve dishes made from fresh mushrooms we just picked.
Estonian sauna & massage retreat
Enjoy the peace and quietness of Soomaa National Park. Start your day with a refreshing walk in the bog or forest trails. In the evening experience an Estonian sauna ritual with a sauna master and relaxing massage, all together about 3 hours. Later have a rest in a unique, cozy room in Soomaa Holiday Village. In the morning don’t forget to have a quick dip in the river to start a perfect day.
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.
E-Bike Salacgrīva
We will start the journey at "Tači," where we'll visit all 3 Neģu (lamprey) dune sites along Salaca. We'll pass by Salacgrīva's attractions and then head to Kuiviži pier and harbor. If the sea is calm, we'll ride along the coastline for 3-4km, exploring several interesting off-the-beaten-path spots and trails. Returning via the well-known "Three Bridges Route," we'll conclude at "Tači." The route is designed to enjoy and appreciate the benefits of e-bikes, offering diverse road surfaces and various levels of trail complexity.
A Walking Hike with Sled Dogs
Arrival at Small Lapland and a short introduction to our fairytale forest park. Getting to know our dogs, cuddling, malamute stories, instructions for hiking with the dogs.
Equipment preparation: belt, bungee leash and harness
Hot tea and cookies, on request it is possible to order homemade food or a campfire picnic – the possibility of grilling sausages and marshmallows on the fire.
Some beautiful photos by our photographer in the cozy dog barn and during the hike
Hiking with a Taste
We address two problems in today’s society – people’s alienation from nature and the need to fill an empty stomach. Fresh oysters in the coolness of the forest, warm sourdough bread, a unifying walk, the tang of wood sorrel, wading into the river, lending a helping hand, overcoming obstacles together, and cooking side by side – this is what true team bonding means to us. You will end the day well-fed, refreshed by the clean air, and enriched with new culinary skills. Day plan: a hearty breakfast, a scenic hike, joint cooking, and a shared meal.
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.
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.
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.