Herbal Tea Workshop
Dive into the art of tea creation with our herbal tea workshop, set in our eco-friendly gardens in Latgale. Blend dried leaves and fruits from our seasonal harvest to craft unique tea blends, beautifully packaged in eco-friendly bags. Guided by experts, you'll capture the essence of each season, from holiday flavors in winter to fresh spring herbs.
Available year-round, the workshop is perfect for tea enthusiasts, novices, and families. Rain or shine, we offer indoor or gazebo options. Bring comfortable clothing and water; we provide all materials for your tea blending adventure.
Husky Sledding in Latvia - Husky dog ride in Latvia
Fulfill your adventurous spirit! Get to know wilderness of Latvia nature on a husky sleigh ride within a small or private group! Husky dog sledding is an opportunity to do something exciting, memorable and unusual. Join the team of Husky dogs enjoy the husky energy doing what they love with an excellent outdoor adventure on the countryside of Latvia!
Wild Reset
Two hours. Sled dogs, nature, and you. Moving through meadows and forest edges at the dogs’ own pace—slowly, mindfully, without a destination. A conscious journey that helps your body and mind restore their natural rhythm.
The day usually begins too fast. A dog’s rhythm is different—they move when it is time, stop when something catches their attention, and live entirely by their intuition. This is a mindful trek along forest paths and open meadows where you simply follow their lead. Breathing exercises combined with the absolute stillness of nature help you completely release the noise of daily life. You will leave this experience feeling rested, grounded, and carrying a deep sense of balance that is so naturally found in the company of sled dogs.
Who Is It For?
Adults whose minds move faster than their bodies can keep up, and anyone in need of a screen-free break supported by nature. It is Two hours. Sled dogs, nature, and you. Moving through meadows and forest edges at the dogs’ own pace—slowly, mindfully, without a destination. A conscious journey that helps your body and mind restore their natural rhythm.also ideal for small groups and teams looking to share a deep, meaningful experience together without the forced pressure of traditional team-building workshops. The trek is paced slowly and is physically manageable for anyone capable of a standard walk in nature
SUP and kayak adventure in lake Engure
Experience the enchanting reed maze of Lake Engure with a thrilling SUP and Kayak adventure. Departing from Mērsrags yacht center, well-known for its restoration of classic wooden yachts, you'll traverse the Mērsraga canal, which was dug by hand in 1842 under the order of the Russian Tsar. Upon arrival at Engure Lake, you'll have the opportunity to explore the reed maze created by the Latvian Fund for Nature. The maze was designed to protect the area from overgrowth and provide a sanctuary for nesting birds. After the journey, treat yourself to a delectable lunch at the yacht club. A captivating excursion into Latvia's serene natural landscape awaits you.
Nature walk and Bogshoeing
A delightful day in a bog with captivating landscapes, distinctive vegetation, and wildlife. A bog resembles a colossal sponge made of peat, hosting bog pools, hollows, and raised bog beds. In ancient times, Estonians fastened bog shoes to gather berries or make hay—and to stroll across the bog to visit neighbours. Today, a hike through these intriguing ecosystems provides an excellent way to spend leisure time while immersing oneself in a unique natural landscape.
Experienced guides will safely lead you through the bog, and bog shoes will be provided.
Snow shoe hikes
In the region of North-Kõrvemaa our trips trace the secrets of the swamps as we travel through Kõnnu Suursoo and Koitjärve bogs, it's known for its attractive landscape and a lot of lakes. The bog-shoes can be used in Estonian bogs throughout the year!
Latvian Sauna Experience in the middle of Pristine Nature
Rejuvenate in a private area: a thermal wood sauna by a peaceful forest lake, next to a renovated hundred-year-old forester's cabin. Enjoy sauna brooms, natural oils, and local herbal teas, then cool off with lake swims or snow dives. Spring to autumn, stay overnight, cook by the fire, and explore nature. Experience bird watching, butterfly observation, and swamp exploration. Guided tours by expert biologist hosts offer knowledge on Latvia's natural and historical landscape, creating a comprehensive retreat for wellbeing in untouched nature.
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.
SPA Retreat at complex Pazust Priedēs
Unwind in a peaceful, nature-filled retreat designed to refresh both body and mind. Relax in the sauna or outdoor hot tub, and let the soothing sound of the Gong calm your thoughts. Enjoy natural essential oils made from local ingredients, or join a yoga session in summer. Afterward, rest in Brazilian-style hammocks under the birch trees or explore the surroundings by bicycle. Each holiday home offers a cosy stay with meditative books, calming scents, and thoughtful details for deep relaxation. Spend a night here and reconnect with yourself in harmony with nature.
Sleddog Ride in Magical Small Lapland
Come and enjoy a unique experience dashing through a magical snowy forest route pulled by a team of trained alaskan malamutes. Our extremely human friendly sleddogs are cuddly and sweet with all human visitors. In Small Lapland it is possible to cuddle and play with our dogs inside their kennels. After some doggy kisses, we prepare the sled and go for an amazing sleddog ride in a Natura 2000 protected pristine forest. We have a cozy dog barn photo studio, lush nature and a warm house to make you feel right at home. The ride is possible also without snow, with super comfy 4 wheel carts from September until May.
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.
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..
Kayaking in Hiiumaa
Hiiumaa is the 2nd largest island in Estonia. The tour offers kayaking in shallow water surrounding closely clustered islands and islets, providing protection from high waves and strong winds. Short island hops mean ample time for leisurely hikes through coastal meadows dotted with orchids, frequented by sea birds. Present day semi-natural landscapes share space with ancient forests, 17th Century Swedish villages, Viking remains. Added attractions: Estonia’s largest seal habitat, an occasional white tail eagle, picturesque windmills. With a professional kayaking guide, you’ll reach a private camping site on a private island to relax with a panoramic view of the sea and seaside.
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.
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.
Adventure Therapy - Exploring Boundaries
Join our Adventure Therapy retreat deep in Soomaa National Park at Sea Kayaking Estonia Basecamp. Over three days:
-Bonfire Night: Learn practical skills like fire-making, water filtration, and crisis preparedness. Enjoy a discussion circle led by community crisis exercise organizers, focusing on mental and physical resilience. Experience a smoke sauna and river dip.
-Water Day: Challenge yourself in solo canoeing, rain or shine, learning resilience and new skills. Engage in guided discussions on adventure therapy's benefits. Enjoy dinner and a surprise activity.
-Swamp Day: Explore Estonia's largest bog, expanding your mind and presence with a sunrise trip. Conclude with a discussion group and lunch.
Customize this retreat for your group’s needs. Contact us to plan your adventure therapy experience.
Wetland Tour and Overnight Stay on a Bog Island
A 45-minute drive from Tartu brings you to Peipsiveere Nature Reserve, one of Estonia's wildest and least populated areas. This vast and unspoiled wetland, a Ramsar site, shelters numerous endangered species and is teeming with signs of wildlife activity. It's home to iconic Estonian animals like wolves, bears, and lynxes, along with elusive birds, notably eagles. The reserve is exceptionally tranquil, free from artificial noises in this remote region. On our hike, we'll spend the night on a secluded bog island, immersed in pristine nature amidst expansive bog landscapes. Dinner will be prepared using seasonal forest ingredients on a camping stove, and we'll sleep in tree tents. In the morning, we'll enjoy breakfast and hike back to the starting point, all under the guidance of an experienced local nature guide.
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.
Nature photography tour
Estonia is known for its most in-tact biodiversity in Europe, perfect for nature photography tour ; therefore in our forests and wild landscapes, there is a high probability to see large mammals, carnivores, rare birds, insects and plants.
High possibility to see wildlife:
Beautiful and extraordinary forests, bogs & landscapes
You learn about animal and bird marks (like footprints)
Tips and tuition by professional nature & wildlife photographer
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.
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.
Wild Estonia – Nature Tour through Estonia 8 days
This is the tour to take if you want to actively spend time in the wilderness, enjoy different natural habitats and watch birds and mammals. We watch the brown bears, elks(moose) and bird migration. We go bog-shoeing in one of Europe’s largest raised bogs with breath-taking views of bog-pools and experience the peacefulness of old-growth forests. To explore the most stunning contrasts of Nordic nature, we go canoeing and hiking in Matsalu- and Soomaa National Parks and other protected areas. In addition to excellent sightseeing and activities in natural settings we walk in medieval Tallinn Old Town, an increasingly popular UNESCO World Heritage site.
Highlights:
Very good opportunity to see Brown Bears in their natural habitat.
Elk spotting
Bog-shoeing in one of Europe’s largest raised bogs.
Canoeing on one of the wild rivers of Soomaa NP
Sights and sounds of thousands of cranes and geese, and millions of songbirds on their mass migration
Boat tour to watch Ringed Seals
Experiencing the medieval atmosphere of Tallinn Old Town.
Guided Nature Tours //Lakeside Nature Tour: Guided Eco-Exploration
Immerse yourself in Latvian wilderness at the century-old log house nestled between forest lakes. Biologists Anita and Gundars, your knowledgeable hosts, offer insights into the local fauna, imitating animal calls and sharing their expertise. Surrounding habitats include swamps, lakes, old forests, and biologically rich meadows, home to diverse wildlife like deer, wolves, and lynx, along with abundant birdlife and botanical treasures. Guided tours, tailored to your interests, blend with cozy overnight stays in a rustic sauna house or tents by the lake. Experience nature authentically with no modern amenities, campfire cooking, and exclusive access for a truly immersive adventure.
E-Bike Cēsis-Līgatne
Our journey begins with a Cēsis town guided tour, ideal for e-bike riding. After a coffee break at a charming local café, we'll head towards the Gauja River. Following a forest trail along the Gauja, passing through Rakši and Ozolkalns, we'll reach the Amata Zvārtes cliffs. Continuing, we'll visit the Ķūķu Cliffs and Līgatne Rehabilitation Center village, with the impressive Spriņģi cliffs nearby. You can choose between a road or various forest trail options to reach historic Līgatne village. The journey concludes at Līgatne Nature Trails Information Center.
Nature Spa at Tipi Glamping Retreat
The Tipi village glamping in the western part of Latvia offers a wood-heated spa bath in the open air. The Tipi tents, inspired by North American Indian design, are crafted from natural materials and created in Latvia. The spa bath is filled with warm water infused with green herbs and meadow flowers. Enjoy the bath while listening to the surrounding sounds of nature, such as the birds and grasshoppers. Combine the Nature Spa with an overnight stay in a tipi tent or cottage located next to the bath.
ÖÖD hotels stay in forest luxury
In Estonia, ÖÖD Hotels provide tranquil retreats in the country’s most stunning locations. Enjoy modern comforts and breathtaking views in lush forests, serene coastlines, or ancient valleys. Each location, from the forest views at Rannamõisa and the enchanting pine forests of Laheranna to the untouched nature at Rooslepa, offers the perfect escape for nature lovers and birdwatching enthusiasts.
Most ÖÖD Hotels come with private mirror house saunas, and some with a hot tub. Please check individual destinations before booking.