- Self-guided Kayaking Tour (instructor-guide accompanied also available): follow one of our digital route maps to experience Riga from a unique perspective - All inclusive: safety & kayaking instruction session, paddles, safety vests, dry-bags and an interactive digital route map - Ideal adventure for all ages & skill levels: easy-to-follow maps and instructions make it stress-free - Active, yet relaxing experience: enjoy the freedom and flexibility to go at your own pace - Wide Range of Routes: from quick trips to full-day adventures from 1,5 to 16 hours - Perfect for groups of any size: whether 2 or 200, kayaking adventures can be customized to fit any group size
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $131.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:45 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:11 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Kayaking Adventure in Riga lasts about 3h 30min.
Prices start at $20 per person for this Riga experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $131. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 47 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 9:00 PM.
Children aged 3–10 pay from $20, adults from $20.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We are located in Aagenosta Marina, on the corner of Balasta dambis and Raņķa dambis. Our precise location and directions can be found using Google Maps, Waze. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 49 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Riga Kayaking.
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Super uncomplicated, good communication, and a great experience! Would do it again anytime!
Vielen Dank, Janine, für Ihre gute Bewertung! Es freut uns sehr, dass Ihnen die Paddeltour gut gefallen hat. Bis nächste Mal!
Well, I wish I could give it 10 Stars! Stef (Stefanija) was a truly amazing kayak guide. We took a two-person kayak out in the waters around Riga and explored everything there was to see. She even made allowances for starting early due to the fact that it was going to rain, and she soldiered through with me through the second part of the tour which was rainy but that actually made it all the more the better, she actually even supplied me with a poncho and dry bag to keep my things dry. Although many guides would have called off the tour in the middle due to the incoming rain, she actually gave me an option to extend the tour to include a green area of the canal off of the Daugava River, while entertaining me with her great singing. I felt safe with her at all times, she was safety conscious and utterly hospitable about her great country of Latvia . She taught me a lot about the locality of Riga, the old historical town, some of the older architecture, and some of the new changes. Stef is rightly proud of her city and country. She is a natural at guiding and I do not hesitate to recommend her if one wants to have a good time on the water!
Thank you so much for this wonderful review, and for wishing you could give us 10 stars! Your kind words truly mean a lot to me. It was such a pleasure having you out on the water and sharing Riga’s history, architecture, nature, and stories with you, despite the rain. I’m very proud of my city and Latvia, and it makes me especially happy that I got to share that enthusiasm with you. Thank you again for joining me on this rainy, but memorable adventure and for recommending the experience so warmly. I hope you enjoy Riga in the upcoming days, perhaps with a little more sunshine than yesterday. Cheers, - Stef and the Riga Kayaking Team
What an amazing experience kayaking st sunset in Rigas river and canals. A different perspective that givea just another flavor to your visit to Riga. The colors of the sunset and the city that starts to light up were incredible. Also we could eat dinner floating in the river ! What a relaxing and adventurous experience! Our guides were amazing and also took pics and videos of us !
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed experiencing Riga from the water and that the sunset, city lights, and canals made the evening special. We’re especially happy you enjoyed dinner floating on the river - it’s definitely one of the most relaxing (and adventurous!) ways to have a meal! It was a pleasure having you with us, and we’re so glad our guides could make the experience even more memorable with the photos and videos. We hope to see you back in Riga again someday!
Fun day kayaking around the city. We added the sauna afterwards and enjoyed that a lot too.
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're happy to hear you had a fun kayaking trip around Riga, as well as a relaxing sauna after your paddle.
Very nice route, fantastic company! A great way to spend a summer evening with friends!
We're happy to hear you enjoyed your time on the water out with your friends! We hope to welcome you back sometime again! Cheers!
This was perfect for us..very easy to book. Clear WhatsApp communication. Loved that there were different routes you could choose from - and flexibility to combine them. We picked the medium 2.5-5 hour route and the operator messaged the link to a live map for that route which was incredibly helpful. Once you have your kayak you have it for up to 16 hours with no extra charges which means you aren't under any pressure and can find small places to stop and chill out if you wished, take a picnic, swim. Friendly, laid back, no frills welcome. Clear instructions. Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for such a detailed and thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear that everything felt easy and flexible, from booking and communication to choosing and combining routes. We appreciate your recommendation, and would be happy to welcome you back for another kayaking adventure!
A very funny and interesting activity to do in Riga. The staff is so kind, the price is low and you have a lot of time to explore all the spots on your itinerary. Even if it’s self-guided, they explain really well what to do and it’s very easy to follow your itinerary directly on Google Maps. Very recommended!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are really happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring Riga with us and found the map easy to follow. It’s great to know that our team could make the experience simple and fun while still giving you the freedom to discover the city on your own. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again in Riga!
The kayaks are decent quality, the host was helpful and friendly, took a nice route though the canals
Thank you, Mark, for your evaluation. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip through the canals of Riga Old Town!
Great time, good fun. Really enjoyed this. Host is brilliant
Christian, thank you very much for your amazing feedback!
Seeing Riga from the water was an amazing experience. Paddling along the river was relaxing and a great way to clear your head. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and I would highly recommend this experience. :)
Thank you, Sandra, for sharing your experience. We are glad to hear this trip was relaxing, and we appreciate your kind words about our staff! We hope to welcome you back sometime when you visit Riga again!
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