Canoeing and Walking in Soomaa National Park
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Explore Soomaa national park, called also Estonian Wilderness Capital, together with a local guide. Day trip consists of canoeing down the Raudna river (7km), wandering in the Lemmjõgi floodplain forest (3km) and walking on the Kuresoo peat-bog (4km).8 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
English speaking guide service
Picnic lunch
Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or guesthouse
Canoe trip on the river
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch
Walking on the forest trail and bog trail
Drinks
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This 8 hours day trip starts 9 am with pick-up from your hotel / guesthouse in Pärnu or Soomaa region. Drive to Soomaa national park takes less than hour, there you will get life-jackets, paddles and the canoe trip on the Raudna river starts. Rivers flowing through Soomaa National Park play a major role in shaping the local landscapes. When rainwater or meltwater runs off Sakala Upland, the rivers in Soomaa, which flow on flat terrain, are unable to accommodate it all at once and abandon their usual channels. In Soomaa, this exceptionally high level of water is accompanied by flooding and is called the ‘fifth season’.
We will pass beautiful floodplain meadows and within first hour reach Lemmjõgi Forest, many traces of beaver activity can be seen here. In the place where the Raudna and Lemmjõgi rivers join we take canoes to the land and go for a first walk of this day. Forest trail runs along the banks of rivers, this is covered with often flooded floodplain forest. Broad-leaved trees, such as elms, oaks, lindens, ashes, maples and European white elms, grow in this alluvial forest, which are becoming increasingly rare in Estonia.
After one more hour of canoeing it is time to have a picinc lunch. Then we go for a walk to Kuresoo bog. It the largest bog ((11,000 ha)) in Estonia which is almost unaffected by human activity, featuring large open areas that serve as an ideal rest site for passing geese and cranes. In the southern part of the bog which we will walk, is the highest and steepest bog slope documented in Estonia, reaching up to 8 metres. The best way to enjoy the views of this natural phenomenon is on Ingatsi study trail.
About 4pm we drive back to Pärnu, and we well be brought to your hotel ca 5pm.
Places of Interest Relevant to This Itinerary
Wilderness Experiences in Soomaa National ParkRiisa rantso, , Parnu, Estonia, 86802
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Travelers will be picked up 5 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditionsCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Tallinn time to receive 100% refund.
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