Private hiking tour near Tallinn: Lahemaa and Kõrvemaa

Estonia's largest waterfall sits 50 metres wide and only a few hours from the city.

A private guided hiking tour from Tallinn takes you through Lahemaa National Park and Kõrvemaa Nature Reserve, two protected areas north and south of the city that showcase Estonia's bog landscapes, forest types and wild terrain. The tour includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and a video clip of your day. The main hike runs up to three hours and requires moderate fitness. You travel by private vehicle between sites and walk boardwalk trails, sandy forest roads and marked paths, ending at Estonia's most impressive natural waterfall.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Northern Estonia Nature

• Drive through Tallinn districts
• Hike in Aegviidu–Kõrvemaa Recreation Area
• Visit Lahemaa National Park
• See the impressive waterfall

The experience

The day starts with a drive through Tallinn's different districts before heading north to Lahemaa National Park, where the main draw is the Viru bog boardwalk: a wooden pathway through one of the most famous bog landscapes in the country. The boardwalk lets you cross terrain that would be impassable on foot, and the hike itself takes up to three hours at a moderate pace. South of Lahemaa lies Kõrvemaa Nature Reserve, a large forested area where hiking trails pass through so many different landscapes (lakes, eskers, valleys, mires) that the terrain shifts noticeably from one stretch to the next.

Between the two reserves you'll see Estonia's largest natural waterfall, roughly 8 metres high and more than 50 metres across, which is a mandatory stop for anyone visiting the region. The Aegviidu–Kõrvemaa Recreation Area combines several protected zones and offers sandy roads, wooden trails and local stories woven into the walk. Your guide speaks English throughout and travels with you in an air-conditioned vehicle. The tour includes bottled water and WiFi on board.

You receive a video clip of the day as a keepsake, and the whole experience runs five to six hours from pickup to return. The moderate hiking requirement means you should be comfortable walking for stretches, though the boardwalk sections handle uneven ground for you.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• an English-speaking guide for the full day.
• bottled water and WiFi on board.
• an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a video clip of your tour as a keepsake.

Before you book

Days and timesSaturday and SundayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to11h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Youth (4 to 12 years) · Child (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Private Tours in Estonia

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want a guided hike through boardwalks and forest trails rather than navigating on your own, and prefer a private group over sharing with other travelers.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (4 to 12 years); Child (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Viru bog boardwalk like to walk?

The Viru bog boardwalk is a wooden pathway through Lahemaa National Park's most famous bog landscape, letting you cross terrain on a solid surface rather than on foot. It is part of the main hike, which takes up to three hours at a moderate pace.

How far is Lahemaa National Park from Tallinn?

Lahemaa National Park is located close to Tallinn on the northern coast of Estonia, making it a practical day trip destination. The drive passes through different districts of the city before heading north to the park.

What happens at Kõrvemaa Nature Reserve during the tour?

Kõrvemaa is a large forested area south of Lahemaa where you walk on wooden trails, sandy roads and marked paths through different landscapes: lakes, eskers, valleys and mires. The hiking trails combine so many different terrain types that the scenery shifts noticeably from one stretch to the next.

Is lunch included in the tour?

Lunch is not included in the tour. Bottled water is provided on board, and the five to six hour experience gives you time to plan a meal before or after the day's hiking.

Do I need special fitness or preparation for this tour?

The tour requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The main hike takes up to three hours. The boardwalk sections through the bog make walking easier on uneven ground, but you should be comfortable with extended walking on forest trails and sandy roads.