Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
The majestic Gauja River (the longest river in Latvia) and its wild tributaries make this trip an adventure for nature lovers to remember.
Paddle downstream for around 5 hours, while enjoying the most beautiful landscapes of the Gauja River Valley, including the stunning steep riverbanks, the famous 350 million-year-old sandstone cliffs, and the dense pristine forests of Gauja National Park.
On hot summer days take occasional stop-overs to have a refreshing dip in the Gauja River. Get engaged by a knowledgeable eco-tour guide with our special Improv-travel approach and discover many interesting facts about the nature and culture of Latvia.
Depending on the group's speed, fitness level, and preferences we can do different daily distances (from 10 to 20 km).
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Knowledgeable eco-tour leader
Rent of a two-seat kayak or three-seat canoe (one seat for one person) and a paddle. The default option is a two-seat kayak for two persons. One-seat kayaks are available upon request only.
8 hour guided kayaking tour in Gauja National Park (including transfer time)
We provide local filling snacks and drinks (no vegan food or special dietary requirements available)
Improv-travel approach for the groups of 2 people and more
Roundtrip transfer from Riga and preparation for kayaking (around one and a half hours one way)
Meals not specified as included
Insurance
Any other items not specified as included
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Depending on the number of guests and your pick-up location the pickup time may vary from 8:00 am to 8:30 am in Riga City. It takes around one and a half hours to get from Riga to the kayaking place and prepare for kayaking (and approximately the same amount of time on the way back to Riga).
Upon request, we can also arrange pick-up (and drop-off) of the guests in the Sigulda and Līgatne towns. We will contact you before the trip and inform you about your concrete pickup time.
Traveler pickup
Riga Airport, Riga, Latvia
Andrejostas iela 29, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1045, Latvia
Gauja National Park, Latvia Gauja National Park is the oldest and most well-known national park in Latvia. Famous for its unique Gauja River (the longest river in Latvia) and its ancient valley with breathtaking landscapes, steep sandstone cliffs, and old natural forests it is a must-visit place in Latvia.
Total duration includes transport time. 300 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Please be advised that while we prioritize the safety of our participants throughout this tour, it is important to acknowledge that all outdoor activities and transfers inherently carry a degree of risk for unforeseeable accidents. Neither our company nor your designated tour guide assumes liability for any such incidents that may occur during the tour. Hence, we strongly recommend that you ensure adequate insurance coverage, including provisions for adventure activities, prior to participating in the tour.
An adult price for this tour applies from 13 years of age.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Wanderingpeacock
26 May 2023
It was a fantastic experience, highly recommended. Serene and tranquil scenery. Our guides were fab!
This tour in
Riga
is organized by
"i-Da" Adventures
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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