Self-guided canoe trip in Soomaa national park

Summary

Canoeing is probably the best way to explore the wilderness of Soomaa National Park. This one day self-guided wilderness canoe trip gives you possibilies to explore several walking trails alonge the river, and experience typical landscapes of Soomaa – alluvial forest (Lemmjõe keelemetsa Nature Trail), floodplain meadows and Estonian biggest peat-bog (Ingatsi* Nature Trail). Meet: One day canoe trips on Raudna river start at 10 a.m. or 12 a.m. or 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. at Riisa Rantso Guesthouse in Soomaa National Park, if you come with your own car. We also offer transfer for clients who stay in Pärnu, pick up from your hotel at 9 a.m. Distance: 12 km on the river + if you wish so – 4 km forest trail – (Lemmjõe) or/ and 3 km peat-bog trail – (Ingatsi) What to bring: You should wear comfortable clothes and footwear.

Tour info

Duration
6 hours
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Soomaa national park has few roads, that is why canoeing is a great way to explore the wilderness of the park. You will paddle downstreams by slow and quiet river, that runs through natural meadows, and floodplain forests. This one day self-guided canoe trip gives you the option to stop along the route and explore two walking trails near the river. These represent typical landscapes of Soomaa national park – alluvial forest (Lemmjõe keelemetsa Nature Trail), floodplain meadows and Estonian biggest peat-bog (Ingatsi Nature Trail).

What’s included?

  • Canoe, fife-jackets, paddles

  • Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Wilderness Experiences in Soomaa National Park

About operator:

Viis Aastaaega OÜ is a small locally owned company providing Wilderness Experience in Soomaa National Park since 1995. We organize selfguided and guided canoe trips, bog-walking and bogshoeing trips, kickspark trips, cross-country skiing experiences, beaver watching safaries, botanical excursions, dugout canoe making workshops. We can also help you with local accommodation, food, saunas, guide service and transport.

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