Great Ķemeri Bog & Swamp Forest Hiking Adventure Shared group tour
ID: GYG670062-1106714
Category:
Country: Latvia
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover Ķemeri National Park through guided hiking on the famous Great Ķemeri Bog boardwalk and Slokas Lake Nature trail. Explore unique raised bog, Black alder swamp forest habitats and more.
Discover Ķemeri National Park through a refreshing guided walk in the famous Great Ķemeri Bog. Dive into the breathtaking scenery of untouched raised bog habitats as you leisurely walk along the wooden boardwalk. Covering an area of over 6,000 hectares, this bog is one of the largest in Latvia. Renowned for its unique scenery and pristine raised bog habitat, it holds priority status as a habitat of European importance. Explore the enchanting Great Ķemeri Bog throughout the year, from vibrant blooms in spring to lush greenery in summer, golden hues in autumn, and tranquil beauty in winter. Our knowledgeable guide will ensure you have a wonderful time, learning about the area while enjoying the outdoors.
After the inspiring morning hike in the Great Ķemeri Bog, it's time to go for another breathtaking hiking sport - the Slokas Lake nature trail. Explore unique wetland ecosystems here including the most impressive highlight - the unique flooded Black alder swamp forest, the amazing Sloka Lake, the mesmerizing Vēršupīte River, and mixed old pine and spruce forests.
NOTE: Note that the swamp forest is fully flooded in high water season only the most impressive being in the spring months (April and May) and late autumn (end of September and October). Although not always flooded the place is gorgeous and very green at every time during the season (from April to October).
Highlights
- Explore Great Ķemeri Bog with its rasied bog ecosystem on a guided morning hike
- Hike the unique Slokas Lake nature trail
- Get awed by the impressive flooded Black Alder swamp forests
- Discover Slokas Lake, Vēršupīte River and mixed old pine and spruce forests
- Get to know more about Latvian nature, traditions, and nature
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Please be advised that while we prioritize the safety of our participants throughout this tour, it is important to acknowledge that all outdoor activities and transfers inherently carry a degree of risk for unforeseeable accidents. Neither our company nor your designated tour guide assumes liability for any such incidents that may occur during the tour. Hence, we strongly recommend that you ensure adequate insurance coverage, including provisions for adventure activities, prior to participating in the tour.
INCLUDED
- Pick up from your hotel in Riga or Jūrmala and drop off
- Roundtrip transfer from Riga and Jūrmala (around 45 minutes from Riga and 15 minutes from Jūrmala each way)
- 5 - 6 hour guided tour in Kemeri National Park
- Knowledgeable eco-tour leader
- Photos
- Improv travel approach for groups of 2 people and more
- Learning about Latvian nature, culture, and traditions from our professional local guide on your way
NOT INCLUDED
- Food & drinks
- Insurance
- Tips
- Everything that's not mentioned is included
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
