Unique Forest Trail in Gauja National Park: Self-Guided Hiking Trip
Pristine Gauja National Park Forests: Self-Guided Hiking Trip
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Trip highlights
- Hike the most beautiful places of the famous Gauja National Park
- Discover up to 5 most beautiful sections of the new long-distance “Forest Trail” in Latvia
- Enjoy one, two, or three days of hiking on the pristine forest trails, ravines & steep banks of the beautiful Gauja River
- Feeling physically fit and adventurous? Cross the whole Gauja National Park from Rāmkalni to Valmiera City by doing more than 100 km in five days
- Spend your evenings and nights in the famous Sigulda, Līgatne, and Cēsis towns
- Admire the rare and protected forest habitats on our way
- Enjoy wilderness far away from crowds and masses
Landmarks
The New Long Distance "Forest Trail", Gauja National Park, Sigulda, Līgatne, Cēsis
Planning & Logistics covered
Access our travel experts’ insider knowledge. We will ensure your transfers and arrange all the logistics during your trip so you can enjoy your hiking adventure at its utmost
Self-Guided Hike
Enjoy the freedom of self-guided hiking trip with delivery to the starting points and pick-up at the finish points. You'll have your time with the convenience of everything arranged
Personal Approach
Enjoy a tour focused solely on you and your travel group
What Our Guests Say About Us
There was an easy walk along the wooden boardwalks, which allowed one to inspect close up the plant life and the impact of water on the environment. I was struck by the beauty of this unique place.
Rolands, my guide, was personable and knowledgeable about all things Latvian and he was able to answer questions on a broad range of topics. The optional trip to Jermala beach is also highly recommended.
We learnt so much. I would wholeheartedly recommend. Loved it!
If you want to really dive into the Latvian culture, you need to be in nature.
Paldies to Rolands, we would, of course, do the trip again!
We really learned a lot during our tour today and also got to taste some Latvian sweets which Rolands brought us. And he‘s a great photographer as well. That‘s nice because we not often have photos of the two of us.
I was the only participant since it’s off season but the entire experince wasnt ackward at all. I had so much fun. My first ever experience bog-shoeing in the wild thru off beaten path and I’m really glad that I did this. It is a unique experience and the place / view is so stunning! Rolands picked up some wild berries for me to try. And I love them!
I would definately recommend this activity to everyone who loves nature. 5 ️ from me!
Trip Itinerary
Depending on your plans this itinerary can be split and made into one, two, three, or even four or five days hiking trip
Distance
20 to 26 km a day
Time
1 - 5 days. 6 - 10 hours a day
Difficulty level
Moderate to hard
Directions
GPX file or map wit the provided. Route explained
What's Included
- One to five days days of self-guided hiking in Gauja National Park
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Riga
- Transfer to/from Sigulda, Līgatne, Cēsis or Valmiera
- Partially guided experience in Turaida Museum Reserve (near Sigulda) and/or in Cēsis Town
- Highlights mentioned in the itinerary
- Access to our local travel experts’ insider knowledge
- Local snack pack for the self-guided hike on the first day
- One to four nights in local guesthouses, hotels, or apartments
- All the logistics arranged
- 24 hours support during the trip
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Meals not speficied as included
- Any other items not specified as included
- Paypal and Stripe fees
- Entrance tickets
Important Before You Go!
- By booking this tour you agree with our General Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Please read them carefully before booking.
- You will receive your Package Travel Contract, or (if you book a one-day trip) Day Tour Contract with us along with the booking confirmation.
- This tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
- For beginners, we recommend doing a one or two days hike
- Both two and three days’ hikes can be started from Sigulda or from Cēsis Town (as you wish)
- One day’s hikes can cover any of the “Forest Trail” sections of your choice
- Some hiking sections are relatively easy to do, while some have steep ups and downs with a longer distance to cover in one day. We’ll help you to choose the best combination just for your needs. For beginners and more relaxed hiking enthusiasts, we recommend doing a one or two days hike. Your guide will provide you will all the necessary instructions and will keep in touch with you.
- A partially guided tour will be combined with your transfer either in Turaida Museum Reserve (near Sigulda) and/or Cēsis Town. The place will depend on the chosen hiking route and the total number of hiking days.
- 3 full days partially guided tour will proceed according to the trip itinerary. You will leave Riga at 8 am on the first day and will be back by 5 pm on the third day. The timings can be adjusted upon your request along with the necessary changes in the trip itinerary. The tour guide can solely change the itinerary because of the weather conditions, safety concerns, and external circumstances that the tour operator is not responsible for.
- The final price of the tour will depend on the group size and selected accommodation.
- Local guesthouses, hotels, or apartments will be booked according to your chosen category but limited to availability. The final price depends on group size, chosen category, and availability Accommodation booking costs won’t be refunded in case you cancel the tour.
- Please check out the weather forecast, wear appropriate clothing, comfortable shoes, and be prepared for changing weather conditions depending on the season.
- All our tours are small like-minded group adventures
- Our tour language is English
- There is max. 8 people and max. 7 children in the group. All the children must be accompanied by at least 1 adult. The adult is this tour must be 18 years or older.
- For the groups with small children (under 7 years) please contact us for individual arrangements.
- By selecting the date in the calendar below you will send us a pre-booking request, and we will come back to you with all the details.
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Personal new experiences
Individual approach and true engagement is our golden rule. No big buses. No crowds. Just personal tours, very small groups or custom made individual travel plans.
Professional nature guides
We're fluent (not just good) in English. Our guests love to say our nature guides are like "easy going encyclopedias". Do you value open, friendly and natural communication? Here it is!
Feel safe & welcomed!
Did you know that Latvia is one of the safest places in the world? Latvians are also probably some of the least pushy people you will ever meet. We combine Northern peace with Southern warmth here. So you are always welcomed.
Self-guided freedom
Choose our self-guided trips and we'll take care of everything else so you can enjoy your hiking or kayaking adventures at their fullest.
Weather resistant tours
There is no bad weather. There is only inappropriate clothing. We'll make you nature adventure unforgettable no matter what the weather is.
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