Day Trip to Lahemaa National Park
Description
Lahemaa National Park is a place with breathtaking landscapes and unspoilt nature. You can find beautiful peninsulas and bays, forests and beaches, waterfalls and bogs seasoned with rich cultural history. This day trip is perfect for spending a day out of Tallinn. The first stop on the way is Jägala waterfall, after which you will have a picturesque walk in Viru bog. You will go on the boardwalk leading to observation tower where you can admire how the unique vegetation is contrasting the clear bog pools. Next stop is Sagadi OR Palmse Manor, where you can learn about the legacy of German land-owners living in the Estonian countryside for centuries. The last visit is to either Käsmu OR Altja village which are unique as they represents the architecture of our fishing villages as they were before the estblishment of coastal border zone during the Soviet times. NB! The order of the activities may differ. During the tour there's a lunch break (not included in the price).
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Jägala waterfall is the highest natural waterfall in Estonia which is dropping down from 8 metres high limestone cliff. Your guide will explain you how the waterfall was formed and you will have a chance to see the waterfall from higher ground or walk down by the river closer to the waterfall. It is an amazing photo opportunity with the falls and lush green forest around.
Viru bog trail is easy to walk as it starts along a smooth forest path and leads to a boardwalk passing the bog. You will reach the viewing platform or tower in the middle of the bog where you can oversee most of the bog with its clear bog pools. In the summer, when it's warm, you can swim in these bog pools (bring your swimming gear). Mosquito repellent could be brought along (summer season).
Palmse Manor is one of the grandest baroque mansions in Estonia. The mansion and open-air museum made up the first fully restored manor complex in the country. The other option is to visit Sagadi Manor. Sagadi manor complex is a heritage from the Baltic-German period in Estonia and offers a chance to get to know its historic background and admire the beauty of its romantic architecture. They both are surrounded by the beautiful natural environment of Lahemaa National Park and provide an overview of Estonian manor life and architecture throughout the ages. During the tour, only one of these manors will be visited, depending on the season or the client's preferences.
The earliest written records of a village in Käsmu date from 1453. It was home to a maritime school, and virtually every family had its captain or coxswain schooled there. That is why Käsmu was known as the “captains’ village”. Today it's a popular place for summer holidays and hosting events. You can rest and relax here strolling along the beach, exploring the natural beauty of the area on its hiking trails. The other option is to visit Altja. Altja is a charming fishing village on the coast of Lahemaa. You will have a chance to see the traditional coastal houses with reed roofs and walk on the seaside. During the tour, only one of these villages will be visited, depending on the season or the client's preferences.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This is a shared group tour, so you'll be joining other adventurers. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, exchange stories, and enjoy the experience together. Whether you're traveling alone or with friends, you'll be part of a friendly group led by a local expert.
- Solo travelers can only join the tour if there are other participants.
Reviews(132)
Wonderful day exploring with a very knowledgeable and enjoyable guide Nele (ecology of the area and Estonian history). Really enjoyed the day, especially the walk through the forest and bog area. Nice short swim in big pool as well. All that said the price was pretty steep per person! The only expense for the company is petrol and guide since all locations are free entry, so far that price I would suggest that at least lunch be included and water available for customers (long day). Fun day and well structured, but a little expensive.
Walk through beautiful landscapes at a light pace, without running. The guide was extremely attentive and friendly, passing us the necessary information so that we could enjoy the tour. It was a great option to complement our visit to Tallinn.
We had a fantastic trip with Marie. We learned lots about Estonia as well as having a fun day. The bog walk was really beautiful. So glad we did this to enjoy a bit of Estonia outside Talinn and be in nature.
A very pleasant day in the National Park, with walking, lunch in historic inn, waterfall and gardens of large estate. Diana, our guide, was wonderful, had excellent English, and could answer our questions without problem.
We had a great day learning about Estonian culture, environment and history from a local. It was an informative and educational experience as well as a fantastic day out.
The whole experience was absolutely perfect. What we saw, the transport, everything. I would like to highlight the particularly welcome contribution of the guide's comments, which are of very high quality.
Loved this trip. We got to see so much in one day. The guide, Vidrik, was really good and was able to answer all of the group’s questions. We went to lots of lovely spots as well as the waterfall and the bog boardwalk. The Estonian countryside is stunning and this trip was an excellent way to experience it.
It was a fantastic experience and we saw more of the area than we would have done had we gone under our own steam. The guide was fantastic and friendly and very knowledgeable
A beautiful activity for nature lovers. Prangli is a good agency and staff were very helpful
Excellent overall day trip. We were looking for a change of pace after doing walking tours of each of the Baltic capitals. Getting outside of the city and into the national park was just the ticket. Jorge, our guide, was very knowledgeable and fun and he made the excursion well worth the money. It was a decent amount of walking but easy and not strenuous.
