Hiking Trails

Discover the magical bogs of Estonia on a guided snowshoe hike – it’s a unique adventure starting from Tallinn.

Snowshoes are lightweight frames that attach to your boots. They help you stay on soft, wet ground and allow you to explore places that would otherwise be inaccessible on foot.

On the hike, you will get to know the local wildlife, enjoy views from the viewing tower, and taste mulgipuder, which is included in the UNESCO intangible heritage list. The hike usually takes place in the Kõnnu Suursoo nature reserve in North Kõrvemaa, but the guide will choose the best location according to the season. The selected bog is a 1-1.5 hour drive from Tallinn.

The tour includes round-trip transport from Tallinn and all necessary equipment. We hike 4–5 km, and the entire tour lasts 5–6 hours (including transport). The hike is designed for groups of up to 3 people. By prior arrangement, 4-member private groups can also join the hike. Larger groups can also participate if transport is not required.

With snowshoes, you can reach places in the bog that the boardwalk does not take you to!

The Viru bog is located 50 kilometers from Tallinn. Here you will find a beautiful pine forest, blue bog pools, and a viewing tower. We will explore between the pools and feel the springy moss under our feet. During the season, we will pick berries. The guide will talk about bog plants, animals, local traditions, and why bogs are important ecosystems.

The hike includes: guide service, snowshoes, gaiters, snacks, and drinks. If you want to experience the magic of the bog away from the boardwalk and learn more about the bog, then come on a snowshoe hike with Wanderlust!

There is a special atmosphere in Kõnnu Suursoo. The lake lying on the giant basin between the ridges has become a bog over millennia, and the light-filled marsh surface is densely dotted with small ponds. A beautiful panoramic view of the fairy-tale landscape adorned with pine bonsais opens up from the observation tower towering in the middle of the marsh near Paukjärv.

The service includes hiking organization, snowshoes, poles, gaiters if necessary, and a hiking guide. At the end of the hike, it is possible to enjoy a picnic in the open air and relax by the campfire.

An experienced guide will take you to explore the North Kõrvemaa bog landscape, which is ideal for snowshoeing in any season. The hilly nature alternates with vast swamps, and from the steep ridges, you can enjoy views of the lakes. During the hike, you will reach the largest bog in the area – Kõnnu Suursoo, characterized by watery hollows and springy hummock fields. In the bog, you can also climb observation towers, which offer wonderful views of the entire bog. In winter, you might spot tracks of wolves, foxes, or wild boars.

The snowshoe hike lasts 2–3 hours, and the distance covered is 2–8 km, depending on your preference and pace. We will meet at the Järvi Pärnjärve camping area, where you will pick up the equipment, and from there, the trek into the car-free nature begins.

If you wish, we can also hike in the dark – bring a headlamp or borrow one from us. If you want even more excitement and fun on the adventure, order a nature bingo as well.

The service includes snowshoe rental and the guide’s service; if needed, we can also find you rubber boots.

Have you ever heard true silence in a bog? A snowshoe hike in Koitjärve bog takes you to views by the pools and to different stages of bog development, where you wouldn’t want to go in regular shoes. Koitjärve bog is a quiet and spacious bog landscape, where the reflections in the pools, sparse pine forests, and open sky create an ideal place for slow wandering and feeling the rhythm of nature.

What will we do on the hike?
• we will move on snowshoes and learn how to walk in the bog in a way that keeps nature as a friend
• we will stop by the pool and explore how bogs form and develop
• we will observe animal tracks and learn to read the “signs” of the bog
• we will examine sphagnum moss and discuss whether peat is a renewable or non-renewable resource
• for the bolder, there is an opportunity to take a quick dip in the pool if conditions allow

Break
We will brew tea on-site and eat – because everything tastes somehow better in the bog.

Who is it suitable for:
families, groups of friends, teams (and polite four-legged companions). The hike is family- and pet-friendly.

We offer flexible, innovative adventures for various target groups all over Estonia. Accompanied by a qualified instructor, participants will learn different activities that help them manage in the forest with minimal equipment, such as:

• how to stay overnight in the forest
• filtering natural water
• making fire without matches
• preparing hiking food with a kettle

The package is suitable for groups of friends, families, as well as companies looking to motivate their employees. There is an option to order a 24-hour package.

Teamwork and adventurous activities take place in every season and all over Estonia.

The Ojaäärse Forest Trail is located near Palmse in Lahemaa National Park in Lääne-Viru County.

The 3.5 km long educational trail starts from the Ojaäärse Nature House parking lot and loops through the forests between Kuresoo Stream and Pikapõllu Stream. The trail features many heritage culture objects – boundary stones, old forest paths, milestones, etc. Here you can also learn about folk traditions related to birds, animals, and medicinal plants.

Good to know: The Ojaäärse Forest Trail is suitable for nature trails even for people with little forest experience.

Let’s go paddle boarding!
What is it? SUP (short for Stand Up Paddle) is a pleasant way to explore different bodies of water. A paddle board is a large board, about 3 meters long and 80 cm wide, with a fin underneath. You move forward by paddling.

Paddle boarding is accessible to all enthusiasts who enjoy water and paddling. It is a great opportunity to discover beautiful nature, enjoy company, and take a break.

You can adventure with us on the Valgejõgi River in Tapa in any weather, at any time of the year – the river always has its own character! All equipment and guidance provided by us.

Porkuni Lake is a popular swimming spot, from which you can also find Porkuni Manor and a stone museum. 

Porkuni Lake is 41 ha, divided by dams into Suurjärv or Upper Lake, Karujärv or Lower Lake, Aiajärv, and Iiri Lake.

JThe lake is famous for the floating islands on Suurjärv and the fluctuation of water levels. Due to karst fissures, the lake has dried up in some years, exposing the lakebed and the destroyed fish population. 

The most well-known springs are Kaie and Külmallikas, which have several folk tales associated with them.

In summer, there are boat and pedal boat rentals and a café

Interesting to know: The Valgejõgi River originates from Porkuni Lake.

An oak park established to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia.

The park’s construction began in Tamsalu along the Paide highway in 2017. 100 young oak trees, 3-4 meters tall, were planted. Reinforced concrete bands were installed around the oaks, with 100 Estonian proverbs engraved on the upper sloping surfaces. Circular benches have been built around 10 of the oaks. The park features walking paths with lighting.

The oak park extends around Kukeloss in the western part of Tamsalu. The walls of the Tsarist-era building known as Kukeloss have been preserved and finished. An exhibition showcasing the history of the lime industry has been set up between the walls.

In Tamsalu, there is a moderately challenging and varied 18-hole park. It features both mandos, complex OB areas, open drives over 150 meters, and narrow 70-meter forest paths.

Discs needed for playing disc golf can be rented from the Tamsalu Sports Hall for up to 3 hours, with a rental fee of €2. The course is open 24/7, and playing with your own discs is free.

Come and try out the course!

Tamsalu health and ski trails offer excellent opportunities for outdoor training in the forest and on the terrain. The various trail profiles with different levels of difficulty cater to the needs of even the most demanding athlete.

Tamsalu health trails are divided into:

• Health trail – loops with a more challenging terrain
• Hiking trail – with an easier terrain
• Trim trail – designed for winter walkers (skiers can also use it)

The lengths of the trails are 1.7 km, 3.7 km, 5.4 km, and 8.9 km.
During the dark hours, there is an opportunity to train on a 3.7 km illuminated loop until 9:00 PM.

Nearby is a sports complex and a roller track, which is a popular leisure spot for both young people and adults.

The trail offers diverse opportunities for riders of different levels and is carefully designed to provide a safe riding path where skills, balance, and speed can be developed.

The roller track runs through beautiful nature, offering a pleasant change from the hustle and bustle of the city and the chance to spend time actively in the fresh air. Exciting curves and smaller climbs make the ride fun and challenging.

In the city of Tapa, on Männikumäe Street, there is a modern low ropes adventure park. The park is part of the development of the health sports and leisure infrastructure in Tapa municipality and aims to provide the urban community with quality and accessible movement opportunities.

The low ropes adventure park consists of 33 different elements suitable for both children and adults. Between the platforms, there is a system of bridges and obstacles that develops balance, coordination, and teamwork. The facility is large enough to accommodate up to 70 cars at a time, allowing for both individual and group activities.

The park is actively used by educational institutions, sports clubs, and various communities in Tapa city, and all visitors to the area are welcome. It is open to all interested parties, offering opportunities for daily exercise, training, and organized events. Additionally, the low ropes adventure park is located near health trails, ski trails, a disc golf course, and a training park, creating a diverse area for movement opportunities.

Disc golf has explosively grown in Estonia, and it can be confidently said that Estonia is in the top five in the world for this sport! So head to the disc golf course and try to get the disc in the basket yourself!

On the border of Tapa town, you will find an 18-basket course that is 1.8 km long, suitable for both beginners and experienced players. Playing in the pleasant greenery during summer and in the snow during winter is an exciting activity for everyone.

Using the course is free, and you are welcome to come and play with your own discs. If you don’t have any discs, you can rent them for €2 from the Tapa Sports Center, which is 1.5 km away.

In the city of Tapa, there is plenty of joy in sports for all enthusiasts both in summer and winter. At the border of Tapa city, Männikumäe offers pleasant health trails, with lengths of 2.5 km (illuminated loop) and a larger loop of 4 km.

In winter, you can ski here, and Männikumägi is known to be one of the favorite spots for sledders.

Nearby is the Tapa Männikumäe disc golf park with its 18 baskets. It is a 1.8 km long course suitable for both beginners and experienced players.

Come to Tapa to play sports!

Come explore the beautiful place on the northern coast of Estonia with friends!

We start from the Muuksi hill fort parking lot with a walk on the hill, enjoying the beautiful view of Kolga Bay. Next, we will explore the ancient park and seaside of Tsitre summer manor, gathering knowledge for the adventure game.

After the hike, it’s time to challenge ourselves in the adventure game for teams. It will be a fun activity while enjoying nature. If desired, there is an option to have a picnic on the beach, at the RMK campfire site.

By prior arrangement, it is possible to add a few nearby points of interest or local museums to the route.

Team training sessions that include varying amounts of time spent in nature and a campfire restaurant workshop. The main program includes a hike suitable for the group and campfire catering. Together we hike, together we light the fire, together we cook, and together we enjoy being well. However, these pleasant results require strong teamwork.

We care about physical and mental health. The best way to achieve this is through time spent in nature, where the more hours and the fewer time constraints, the easier it is to become addicted.

You can stay in the camp in the forest or at Niidu cattle farm, where there is a suitable fireplace room, outdoor sauna, and yard area for hikers.

Lahemaa National Park is home to Tsitre, a historical site. Until the middle of the last century, many buildings of the famous summer manor in Tsitre were still standing, housing a large manor complex – mansions, servant houses, stables, rose gardens, paths, alleys, a bowling alley, bathing houses, and a travel port. Now, time and nature have taken their toll. Currently, a tree trail has been established in the manor park, showcasing the remaining trees. The oldest pines can be up to 300 years old, and the horse chestnuts over 120 years. From the observation tower, one can admire Kolga Bay.

Along the trail, there are also several resting places equipped with benches, tables, grilling areas, and camping spots.

The Tülivere sacred oak, protected by nature conservation, is an ancient sacred tree, to which food offerings were made for the assurance of crop and livestock prosperity even less than a hundred years ago. Ancestors also considered the tree trunk a place for settling disputes, from which the oak got its name.

The tree with a Kahara crown is located on a hill, quite near the Tülivere stream. A peculiarity of this sacred tree is the archway-like opening that spreads wide on the trunk. A person can step through the opening almost without bending down. The dim interior of the hollow is about the size of a tiny chamber, where two adults can stand upright.

The oak is located on private land, so it can only be visited during the daytime.

If you are looking for a quiet and picturesque place where time stands still and the sea tells its story, then Vainupea beach is just for you. This hidden gem of the Northern Estonia coastline is located in Haljala municipality, on the edge of Lahemaa National Park. Soft sand, clear water, and a captivating view of the rocky coastal boulders create the perfect spot to enjoy a summer day.

At Vainupea beach, you will find amenities that make your vacation even more enjoyable: changing cabins, benches, a boardwalk, trash bins, and dry toilets – everything to ensure your beach day goes smoothly.

Over a century ago, Vainupea was considered a valued holiday destination, and that charm has not faded even today.