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Have you heard of the famous Great Ķemeri Bog boardwalk? Well, if you're up for something more adventurous, try exploring the bog in bog shoes. These shoes are perfect for reaching inaccessible areas and walking on the floating vegetation. You'll immerse yourself in the unique raised bog habitat, experiencing a lifetime adventure. This tour skips the boardwalks - you'll walk right on the floating vegetation to reach the heart of the bog. Discover natural spots where locals pick cranberries and enjoy solitude with pristine nature. Disconnect from civilization for a few hours, venturing into secluded areas. Your bog shoes and knowledgeable tour guide will keep you afloat.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up within a 30-minute window starting from the scheduled start time of the tour. Your guide will contact you about the exact pick-up time. The total duration of the tour (around 5 hours) includes the transfer time from Riga and Jūrmala, which is approx. 45 minutes one way from Riga and 15 minutes from Jurmala.
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1Kemeri National Park
Discover the secrets of Ķemeri boglands on a guided off-the-beaten-path adventure by walking around 5 km in the bog in rubber boots. Delve into the distinctive raised bog habitat, with its marshy terrain and floating vegetation, immersing yourself in its untouched beauty. Learn about Latvian nature, culture, and traditions from our professional local guide, and enjoy our special and fun improv-travel approach during the trip. On a hot summer day take your swimming accessories with you. You'll have a chance to dip into the refreshing waters of the bog lakes. It's a unique and unforgettable experience.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The total duration of the tour (around 5 hours) includes the transfer time from Riga and Jūrmala, which is approx. 45 minutes one way from Riga and 15 minutes from Jurmala.
- 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.
- Walking in bog shoes is not difficult but you need to be reasonably fit to do it.
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Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The total duration of the tour (around 5 hours) includes the transfer time from Riga and Jūrmala, which is approx. 45 minutes one way from Riga and 15 minutes from Jurmala.
- 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.
- Walking in bog shoes is not difficult but you need to be reasonably fit to do it.
- This tour is suitable for individuals reasonably fit, ranging in age from 10 to 65. There is no maximum age limit, provided that you are able to handle a roughly 5-kilometer walk in a swampy area with added difficulty.
- You'll need rubber boots or other fully waterproof boots to wear with our bog shoes. We offer a limited number of rubber boots for rent (included in the tour price). If you require a pair, please specify your EU or US shoe size in your booking details so that we can check availability.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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