Cedar canoe tour Curonian Spit from Klaipeda

Paddle between migrating dunes and see why the Curonian Spit is a UNESCO site

A canoe tour of Curonian Spit National Park departing from Klaipeda, where you paddle a handmade cedar strip canoe past migrating dunes, old fishing villages and the Pervalka Lighthouse, with a professional English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, park entry and a picnic included. The tour runs 6 to 8 hours and suits swimmers aged 10 and up. It operates in all weather, though strong wind may force a reschedule.

Step-by-step itinerary

Canoe tour at Curonian Spit National Park

• Start at Klaipeda
• Paddle cedar canoe on Curonian Spit
• Observe migrating dunes and wildlife
• Visit old fishermen villages
• See Pervalka Lighthouse
• Relax in outdoor chairs
• Enjoy Wet Weim picnic basket

The experience

You start from your hotel in Klaipeda with pickup included, then ferry across to the Curonian Spit: a 52-kilometer strip of land shaped by wind and water, now protected as a UNESCO world heritage site. The spit narrows to 400 meters in places and widens to 3,800 meters in others, and the landscape shifts as you move through it: migrating dunes tower on one side, the Curonian Lagoon sits calm on the other, and the Baltic Sea lies beyond. Your guide is a professional English speaker who knows the park's ecology and history.

You paddle a handmade cedar strip canoe, the operator's signature vessel, at your own pace through the water and along the shore. The canoe is stable and designed for this terrain. You get a personal flotation device, dry bags for your things, paddles and a set of stylish outdoor chairs so you can sit and absorb the landscape without rushing. Coffee and tea are provided, and the "legendary Wet Weim picnic basket" is part of the day. The route passes the Pervalka Lighthouse, built in 1900 and still operating from its stone base, and takes you through the old fishermen villages that dot the spit. National Park fees are included, so there are no surprises at the gate.

The tour operates in all weather and you'll dress for conditions. Strong wind can force a reschedule, in which case you choose an alternative date or get a full refund. Swimming skills are required because you're on the water for hours, and the minimum age is 10. The whole experience (paddling, sitting, walking the dunes, seeing the lighthouse) takes 6 to 8 hours. Ferry transport to and from the spit is included in the price.

What’s included

• National Park entry fees.
• a handmade cedar strip canoe with paddles and personal flotation device.
• dry bags to keep your things safe.
• a set of outdoor chairs for resting on the spit.
• coffee, tea and bottled water.
• a picnic basket.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Klaipeda.
• ferry transport to and from the Curonian Spit.
• a professional English-speaking guide for the full 6 to 8 hours.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesdayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 1 Dec

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (17 to 70 years) · Youth (10 to 16 years) · Child (6 to 9 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 32 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Wet Weim Adventure Company

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're a confident swimmer arriving in Klaipeda with a full day free and want to paddle rather than walk. The canoe lets you cover more ground and reach quieter corners of the spit than a shore-based tour would. The cedar canoe and the picnic setup are what set this operator apart from hiking-only alternatives in the park.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 16 years); Child (6 to 9 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

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 Pervalka Lighthouse and where do I see it on the tour?

The Pervalka Lighthouse stands in the village of Pervalka on the Curonian Spit, built in 1900 with a stone base and sheet-metal cylinder, positioned between the Curonian Lagoon and the Baltic Sea. You paddle past it during the tour as part of the route through the spit's cultural and historical sites.

Do I need to know how to paddle a canoe before I book?

No prior paddling experience is required, but swimming skills are essential because the tour takes place on water for 6 to 8 hours. The guide is a professional and the cedar canoe is designed for stability. The minimum age is 10 years old.

What happens if the weather is too rough to go out?

The tour operates in all weather conditions, though strong wind may force a reschedule. If that happens, you can choose an alternative date or receive a full refund. The operator will contact you to arrange it.

What's included in the picnic, and are there other meals during the day?

The tour includes the "legendary Wet Weim picnic basket" as part of the day's experience, plus coffee and tea. Bottled water is also provided. The picnic is the main food component. Plan accordingly if you have dietary needs.

Does the tour include getting to the Curonian Spit from Klaipeda?

Yes, hotel pickup in Klaipeda and ferry transport to and from the spit are both included. You don't need to arrange your own transport to the park.

What should I wear and bring for a 6 to 8 hour paddle?

Dress for the weather: the tour operates in all conditions, so bring layers and waterproof gear. The operator provides a personal flotation device, dry bags for your belongings, paddles and outdoor chairs. Bring sunscreen and a hat. The spit offers little shade.