Photography workshop Kurland
Enjoy wild Baltics nature in Kurland photography workshop. We will be visiting secluded nature spots for best photographic experience, we will search for amazing landscapes early in the morning and in late afternoons. Combine your hobby with long walks in nature and relaxation in comfortable guest house with SPA. Medium long hikes will be mixed with photography tips on location and resting.
Adventurous excursion in Ligatne
Join a guided tour in Līgatne in Latvia and enjoy a world class culinary masterclass afterwards, Ligatne is located just a short 1.30-hour drive from Riga. In a close collaboration with nature tourism organisations we offer you a 1.5-2 hour journey through Līgatne's charming architecture, beautiful natural scenery, and the historical and famous Līgatne Paper Mill. For a fun twist, you can take the tour in vintage “Latvia” minibus. In November 2023 Ligatnes Pavaru Māja were awarded with Michelin Green star, emphasising our sustainability. The tour is a perfect mix of exploration, learning, and delicious, world class food.
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.
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.
Estonian 3 day Wilderness Hiking Retreat, Bog & Forest Hiking Camp
Discover the forests and bog landscapes of North Estonia and
experience the peaceful rhythm of Estonia’s wilderness on a three-day hiking retreat in the Kõrvemaa Nature Conservation Area, located next to Lahemaa National Park.
This small-group nature experience combines guided hiking, authentic countryside accommodation, sauna culture and wild nature moments, offering the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation.
Each day we explore different landscapes – forest trails, ancient bogs and hidden lakes – discovering the natural beauty and biodiversity of northern Estonia.
Along the way we take time to pause, taste wild berries, listen to the sounds of nature, swim in bog lakes and enjoy lunch surrounded by the forest.
Evenings are spent in a rustic countryside accommodation at Uuejärve Matkapesa, where guests can relax in a traditional wood-heated sauna, swim in the lake and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the forest.
After dinner the evening continues with a campfire gathering, listening to the sounds of nature or watching the northern sky during the famous White Nights season.
This retreat is designed for travellers who wish to slow down, reconnect with nature and experience Estonia beyond the usual tourist routes.
Packrafting in Lake
Discover the versatility of our custom-made ultra light packrafts, perfect for solo paddling or tandem/triple adventures with friends. Crafted for durability, these inflatable boats are ideal for year-round exploration of Latvia's rivers and lakes. The tour takes place in a river or lake (depending on weather conditions and other factors), covering 5-10 km route, packrafting is a leisurely activity that can be complemented with a refreshing walk, a relaxing sauna or a local cafe visit.
Wildlife Watching Safari
Step into the wild with our guided Wildlife Watching Safari—a truly special way to explore Estonia’s rich natural world. Set in Toosikannu’s 1,000-hectare Red Deer and Wildlife Park (the largest of its kind in the Baltics), this tour brings you face-to-face with some of the country’s most iconic animals.
You'll travel with a knowledgeable guide who’ll share fascinating stories about the park and its wildlife. Even the ride is an adventure—you can choose between a vintage PAZ bus, a rugged GAZ66 army truck, or a more intimate 5-seat UTV.
Expect to see over 500 red deer, roe deer, and a variety of smaller forest animals that are much harder to spot in the wild. If you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of a white-tailed eagle or black stork soaring above. Binoculars and cameras are highly recommended!
After your safari, try a local favourite in our restaurant—moose, venison, or other wild game dishes. And don’t miss the antler workshop, where you can create your own unique souvenir with help from our instructor.
Book your wildlife safari today—real animals, real stories, and memories that last.
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.
Sunrise hike and a swim at a bog lake at Kõrvemaa
What could be more authentic than waking up at dawn and starting the day with a pleasant hike during sunrise? The nature of North-Kõrvemaa offers these emotions every morning and all year round.
During the walk, you get an emotion about being in nature, moving around and yourself. The guide gives overview of the history, stories and legends of the North-Kõrvemaa region, local people lifestyle and traditions.
In addition to hiking, you can enjoy a swim in the bog lake; pick berry, mushrooms, herbs or feel yourself as nature photographer by capturing moments at sunrise. During the winter season, we skate on the bog lake or hike with snowshoes. In addition, we arrange accommodation, catering and a sauna.
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.
Canoeing Through the Apocalyptic Smarde's Green Bog
In the mid-20th century, Smarde's Green Bog witnessed peat extraction until the revelation of hydrogen sulfide mineral waters beneath, leading to the cessation of peat mining in 1960. This halt also marked the end of water pumping from peat quarries, transforming them into water reservoirs. Despite the mining's cessation, drainage systems persist in influencing the bog's water dynamics. Cormorants, or sea crows, have chosen this altered landscape as their habitat, crafting nests among the withered trees. The bog's vivid emerald waters, alongside desiccated trees and cormorant colonies, form its distinctive hallmark, resulting in a uniquely captivating landscape with an almost apocalyptic ambiance.
Speed boat rides
Summer speedboat rides are a fun and adventurous way to make a warm summer especially memorable. The boat rides we offer are perfect for celebrating a birthday, bachelor party, or company department summer days. Whether you want to explore Tallinn’s famous shard box view against the background of the setting sun from the bay of the capital or visit the beautiful small islands of Estonia – every adventure is possible. Our team is open to different options on how to combine the most exciting sea adventure for your group. Take a look at the boat trip packages we have developed below and feel free to contact us so that we can combine the most memorable sea adventure based on your wishes.
Possibilities:
Exploring Tallinn's famous splinter box view and the city's history from the sea
Getting to know the skyline and history of the city of Tallinn with a visit to a small island
Small islands of Estonia
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.
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.
Hiking tour along the western coast of Estonia and the resort towns
Explore the beautiful western coast of Estonia on this scenic hiking route from Parnu to Tallinn. Along the way, you'll visit popular resort towns like Parnu and Haapsalu, passing by tranquil bays, charming fishing villages, and lush meadows. In the northern part, you'll discover the striking Pakri cliffs, offering some of the area's most stunning views. There will be sandy beaches and dolomite outcrops in some places, and you'll navigate rocky and wet sections using coastal forests and trails. You'll also have the chance to glimpse the Soviet military history in Paldiski. Enjoy a delightful journey through Estonia's coastal beauty.
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 and Kayak adventure from Ādaži to Riga Trade Port
Boards You SUP and Kayak adventure from Ādaži to Riga Trade Port will take you into the stories of log floaters worked in the old days (transportation of trees by floating them down the river). You will learn interesting facts and see beautiful views, in three rivers, two canals and three lakes. Nature and built-up shores, small fishing huts and luxurious villas, a colony of sea ravens, a shipyard and the port of Riga. Additionally we will provide healthy snacks and meals throughout the trip.
Combined canoe, bog and forest hike
Let’s go on a cool hike to a bog! First canoeing along the picturesque Halliste river then hiking through meadows and forests to the bog. Visiting an old farm place and after that swimming in the bog lake. On the way back making a bonfire in an old traditional way, tea and snacks from freshly picked plants. Discussion about surviving in the nature. The hike is guided by an experienced survival instructor. Bogshoeing can be included.
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.
Eurasian Lynx – Scheduled Tour
During different periods, Estonia has been the country with the highest lynx population density and the local individuals are one of the largest in the world. Its’ main prey – Roe Deer, is doing better year after and so is the local lynx population. Right now, an estimated 550-600 Eurasian Lynx inhabit the forests of Estonia, and one of the best areas to spot them is Lahemaa National Park in the northeastern part of the country.
March is the mating season for the main target of this tour but a great time to look for the lynx is autumn when the temperatures have dropped and mammals have become more active again. The species spectrum is very similar to early spring.
Although this tour concentrates on the Eurasian Lynx, we will most likely also meet other mammals sharing the same habitats, such as Elk, Roe Deer, Snow Hare, Pine Marten, and Raccoon Dogs, just to name the main ones. Daytime will be used for resting and looking for bird specialties, such as the forest grouse and woodpeckers. If the snow conditions are suitable, we would also go lynx-tracking. Evening excursions will give us also the chance to spot several species of owls, such as the Ural Owl and Pygmy Owl.
Looking for the lynx will be done with thermal imagery binoculars and we start usually an hour/half an hour before sunset. Usually, we look until late in the evening or sometimes even until the first hours of the new day depending on our success and level of tiredness.
Scheduled trips:
20/10/2024 - 25/10/2024
03/03/2025 - 08/03/2025
11/03/2025 - 16/03/2025
18/10/2025 - 23/10/2025
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.
Wildlife Photography
Experience a unique opportunity to capture Estonia’s wildlife up close from a purpose-built lodge equipped with specialized photographic hides featuring one-way glass. These hides allow you to observe and photograph animals in their natural habitat without causing any disturbance, truly "bringing you closer to wildlife." Named Safari Travel Agency of the Year, this is the perfect chance for nature photographers and enthusiasts to get unparalleled, intimate shots of Estonia's rich wildlife.
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.
Husky Wonderland Excursion
An unforgettable sled ride with our brave sled dogs awaits you! The ride duration is flexible, ranging from 20 minutes to 2 hours. Sit back comfortably on the sled, let the quiet snowy landscape carry you away, and leave everything else to our experienced musher.
Beyond the ride, you'll get to meet our friendly sled dogs, learn about their history, and even help our team prepare them for the journey. This experience offers more than just a ride; it opens the door to the everyday life of sled dogs, giving you a rare chance to dive into their extraordinary world.
P.S.! Keep the weather in mind when choosing your clothing, as the entire activity takes place outdoors!