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.
8-Day Self-Guided Hike in Gauja National Park
Go on an adventure along an 8-day self-guided hiking trail through Latvia's awe-inspiring Gauja National Park. This journey harmonises natural wonders and cultural exploration, ensuring an incredibly memorable experience.
Kayaking Tour in Ķemeri National Park
Experience an unforgettable sunrise, daytime or sunset kayaking tour in one of the largest peat bogs on the Latvian coast - Ķemeri National Park.
The bog is approximately 8000 years old and is characterized by a winding labyrinth of small lakes and pools, which gives it a unique and picturesque landscape. On the eastern edge of the Great Ķemeri Bog, a peat quarry was started during the Soviet era, but after the year 2000, a bog restoration project was implemented, resulting in its flooding. In the flooded area, a labyrinth of channels and pools has formed, creating a distinctive and unusual scenery. The bog lake showcases a diverse landscape, with low-lying herbaceous bogs, transitional areas, and the characteristic plants, shrubs, and trees of tall peat bogs. Whether during the day, at sunset, or at sunrise, the views are truly captivating!
Family adventure tour
On our wildlife watching and soft adventure tour for families we observe different mammals and birds. To discover them we take a boat trip on Beaver river, walk in a wild swamp using bog shoes, canoe down the river in the wetland and look for the seals in a fishing boat on our way to Saarnaki islet. At the end of our journey Estonian capital Tallinn welcomes us. The child-friendly and charming Hanseatic town is packed with lovely cafes, thrilling museums and a long history.
Hiking Adventure in Alam-Pedja Nature Reserve
The Alam-Pedja Nature Reserve is located approx. 25 km from the Estonian second biggest city Tartu. It was established in 1994, the reserve was created to protect an intact hydrological regime in a cohesive landscape complex. It features large bogs, various forest types, expansive rivers and broad meadows. As one of Estonia's largest nature reserves, it is distinguished by its very low human population density. The bogs of Alam-Pedja are serving as habitats for many rare plants and endangered bird species. A true gem of biodiversity! The well-marked Selli-Sillaotsa trail in Alam-Pedja Nature Reserve is winding over a bog, through the forest, and on a gravel road, with plenty of information boards, is flat and easy to navigate. From the 12 m high Suuretüki observation tower built of massive logs, you can enjoy beautiful views of the bog in any season!
Wild Food Foraging and Cooking Experience
Welcome to our recreation center on the border of Soomaa National Park, where we offer a unique wild food foraging and cooking class. Led by an expert guide, we venture into the forest and fields to collect berries, mushrooms, wild herbs, and fresh produce from our garden. Together we prepare homemade Estonian dishes, such as soup or casserole, using traditional recipes and techniques. While our sweet dish cooks in the oven, we enjoy humorous stories about Estonian culture and history over Estonian cider or beer. Finally, we sit down together to enjoy our delicious meal in a convivial atmosphere. This activity is perfect for groups looking for a fun and educational culinary experience.
Golden and White-Tailed Eagle photography in winter
The majestic but cautious Golden Eagle is considered to be the absolute pinnacle of Estonia’s bird kingdom, and the opportunity to see it undisturbed, up close, and for a long time offers an unforgettable nature experience.
The Eagle hide is heated and situated from car parking lot only 250 meters to walk. You should enter the hide at least an hour before sunrise and not leave the hide before it is totally dark (about an hour after sunset). One option would also be to go there on the previous night/evening. In the hide are WC and kitchen.
Besides the Golden Eagle, there’s a good chance of seeing White-tailed eagle, Goshawk, Jays, Ravens and various tits. With a bit of luck, also Pine Martens and Red Fox are visible.
There are 4 photography holes in the wall and plenty of space for 2 photographers, maximal 4 photographers. The background is mostly an open landscape and some trees.
Soul & Nature Retreat for Women
Experience Estonia's Natural Beauty! Join our all-inclusive 4-day retreat in Põhja-Kõrvemaa, Estonia, accompanied by friendly Alaskan malamutes. Enjoy hiking, swimming in lakes and bog pools, and foraging for berries and mushrooms. Participate in daily yoga, meditative sessions, and a purifying sauna ritual. Engage in guided mindfulness practices, evening bonfires, jamming sessions, and a dance celebration. Savor vegetarian meals made from local ingredients, cooked with a local forest chef. Stay in a cozy house with all amenities, shared rooms, and optional sauna house showers. Available in August and September. Contact lapland@visitkorvemaa.ee for inquiries and booking. Embrace nature and rejuvenate your spirit.
Awesome 3-day E-FATBIKE adventure on the picturesque northern coast
We will start our journey next to Viru bog and move towards eastern Estonia. Our ride takes us to the coastal area, allowing us to enjoy beautiful pine forests and exciting trails with views to the sea. First day will end in an old submarine harbour, where we will enjoy a nice dinner.
Second day starts from Hara harbour and we will move towards Loksa and Võsu. Again we will experience a lot of untouched nature and see places, where nature has beaten what man has once created. Our destination for the day is Võsu area where we can relax and enjoy our dinner.
On the third day we have Oandu-Ikla hiking trail waiting for us. This is one of the most famous hiking trails in Estonia but due to it´s length it is not crowded at all. It will be truly enjoyable ride through the forests. If you are interested to experience Estonian nature in it´s full glory and take the most of it then this is the trip to take!
Additional information: For bikes we will use Tunturi electric fatbikes, which will assist the rider so you can enjoy the ride and surroundings. Distance we cover for each day will be about 50km. We will have fresh batteries for the bikes for each morning so we do not have to worry about running out of electrical support.
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.
Million Star Hotel Latgale - a Night to Remember!
Experience eco-friendly bungalows perched on Viļaka Lake pontoons, complete with spacious beds, adaptable seating, electricity, and bio-toilets. Additional amenities include a crockery set and tea kettle. Choose between the Classic roof bungalow with a vinyl record player for lakeside tranquillity or the Glass roof bungalow, offering stargazing through a telescope. Rent e-bikes, SUP boards, boats, bicycles, or enjoy the sauna during your stay.
Authentic Bathing Experience - Nature Resort Jagala Juga
This is the world where the best traditions of bath complexes, past and future, fire, water, earth, and air come together to help you relax and rejuvenate, gaining health. In the forest spa, the aromas of herbs unfold, filling your body with phytoncides and essential oils, imparting their energy.
An experienced bath master will take care of you, guiding you through an aroma ritual, steaming with oak branches followed by contrast, cleansing procedures in the hammam, and a relaxing massage to the sounds of nature and a gong. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of tranquility and peace, leaving behind daily worries.
Best of Gauja River Valley in One Day: Kayaking Trip
Enjoy a full-day guided kayaking adventure through some of the most distinctive and visually striking sections of Gauja National Park. The trip combines both the main Gauja River and a quieter tributary, creating a more varied and immersive experience on the water. Along the way, the landscape shifts from open river stretches to narrower forest passages and dramatic Devonian sandstone cliffs formed over 350 million years ago — a geological feature unique to this region of Latvia and Estonia. Built on over 20 years of hands-on experience in nature and more than 8 years of active guiding, each trip is adapted to the group and conditions, creating a personal and well-paced journey. You’ll also gain insight into the surrounding landscape, local nature, and Baltic traditions. Pickup from your accommodation in Riga or Sigulda is included. No prior kayaking experience is required, but you should feel comfortable paddling for several hours. Maximum 4 participants.
Sunrise on a SUP board in Ķemeri bog
Sunrise is one of the most enchanting moments of the day. Welcoming it on the water, surrounded by nature coming to life, is a magical experience.
In spring and summer, Latvia’s Ķemeri bog blooms in all its splendor. Serenely paddling through mossy meadows and canal mazes, you might encounter swans, ducks, and other bog inhabitants. The gentler and more mindful we are with the bog’s nature, the more we will feel, see, and enjoy its beauty.
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.
Kicksledding in Estonia on Otepää Lake Pühajärv or snowy forest roads
A Finnish sledge hike is perfect for enjoying the outdoors during the colder winter months. 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.
The Finnish sled has gone through a great transformation and looks sleek and modern. We use new Finnish sleds on light aluminum frames for an even better experience. We’ll be sledding along snowy nature trails, hiking paths, or even across frozen lakes.
If Lake Pühajärv is properly frozen and the weather allows, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to sledge between its islands — familiar to you from your canoeing trip.
Finnish sledge hikes are for everyone, regardless of fitness level. No physical preparation or prior experience is required!
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.
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.
Snowshoe hike in Viru Bog in Lahemaa National Park
Snowshoes help you get to where the boardwalk does not take you!
Viru bog is located 50 kilometres from Tallinn. There is a beautiful pine forest, bog pools, and an observation tower. We will go on an adventure between the bog pools and basically walk on water. We will also pick berries if they are in season. The tour guide will talk about the bog plants, animals, local heritage, and why bogs are important ecosystems.
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.
Kick sledge hike
The traditional sledge has been improved to make kick-sledging possible on ice, dense or soft snow. A kick sledge, also known as a kicksled or spark, is a fun and unique way to explore nature during the winter months.
Reimann Retked offers kick-sledging trips on the snow in the forests and on sleigh paths. This unique activity is an exhilarating way to experience the winter environment.
Prangli Island Day Trip
Experience the charming North Estonian Prangli Island. Have a comfortable ferry ride, drive around in an open top Soviet-style truck or jeep, admire a small wooden church, explore a nature reserve, visit a natural gas source, unique in the whole of Estonia, climb on top of a huge boulder, discover an island off the beaten path with authentic fishing villages, enjoy local island food.
The island has a very diverse nature with plants that can boost your immune system. Mass tourism hasn’t touched the small island, so it still has wonderful and lonely sandy beaches.
Ski trip in Kõrvemaa
During the snowy winter season, we are waiting for people to enjoy the snowy nature of Kõrvemaa on skis with experienced hiking guides. Instead of classic skiing and high-quality ski trails, you will be adventuring with wide-touring skis, among uncivilized swamps. Transport to the edge of the swamp and back takes place in the box of 6×6 ZIL 131-type military trucks. An exciting hike of about 4-6 kilometers starts from the edge of Koitjärvi or Kõnnu bog. As a true nature adventure, the hike ends with a bonfire at the campsite, where hot tea, hiking soup, and the opportunity to grill sausages await.
The hike is accompanied by a qualified guide who will provide an overview of the history and peculiarities of the Kõrvemaa nature area while making sure that each hiker leaves with a positive memory.
Bird watching in Soomaa
Join us in our daily adventure on Soomaa rivers, bogs, fields or forests. Let´s hear the silence and nature. Find out what kind of birds are living there, how they live, what they eat. Times for tours are different, depends what kind on birds You want to see.