Private Tour: Amber Hunting in Curonian Spit from Klaipeda

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About this activity

This tour takes you through the amber heritage and local flavors of the Curonian Spit. Start at Amber Bay in Juodkrantė, known for its amber mining history and views of the Curonian Lagoon. Then head to Preila Beach for an amber-hunting experience, where you’ll learn how to find and identify Baltic amber.

In Nida, visit the Mizgiris Amber Museum, showcasing the history and beauty of amber. Stop by "tik pas joną" for freshly smoked fish like eel, perch, and flounder.

Next, visit the Amber Shop and Amulet Workshop at Naglių 15, where you can create your own amber amulet.

End your day at Matėja Bar in Preila, enjoying a cup of coffee or „Gintarinė“—Lithuania’s amber-infused drink.

1. Start in Klaipeda

2. Ferry to the Curonian Spit

3. Amber Bay (historic amber mining site)

4. Preila Beach and Amber Hunting

5. Amber Museum in Nida

6. Smoked fish lunch at local spot

7. Amulet crafting with local artisan

8. Coffee & local drink „Gintarinė“ at Preila

9. Return to Klaipeda

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: German, English
Operated by: Neringa Tours

Ages: Adults (0–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entry to the Amber Museum
Included: Private air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi on board
Included: Amber amulet-making workshop
Included: Private local guide
Included: Amber drink tasting
Included: Curonian Spit national park fee
Included: Round-trip ferry tickets to the Curonian Spit (skip-the-line)

Not included

Not included: Lunch (smoked fish at Tik pas Joną, approx. €10 per person)
Not included: Drinks and Coffee

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min Admission included

Take a ferry across the Curonian Lagoon to the Curonian Spit.
Curonian Spit / Kursiu Nerija National Park

Passing by

Enter the Curonian Spit National Park, a UNESCO-listed natural area known for its unique sand dunes and coastal landscapes.
Amber Bay

10 min

Amber Bay in Juodkrantė is a peaceful spot on the Curonian Lagoon, known for its 19th-century amber mining history. Today, it offers a small harbor, wooden sculptures, and scenic walking paths—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the views.
Preila

one hour

Amber catching at Preila Beach is a hands-on experience where you learn to find and identify amber along the Curonian Lagoon and Baltic Sea. Guided by local experts, you’ll discover how amber forms, its history, and how to spot real pieces using traditional nets.
Mizgiris Amber Museum

one hour Admission included

The Mizgiris Amber Museum in Nida showcases the beauty, history, and science of Baltic amber. Its collection includes rare pieces with prehistoric inclusions.

Visitors can explore interactive exhibits, learn how amber forms, and discover its cultural significance in jewelry and traditions—all in a modern building set among dunes and pine forests.
Stop 6

one hour Admission not included

Visit Tik pas Joną, a popular spot among locals and visitors, known for its freshly smoked fish. Free time for lunch.
Stop 7

one hour

The Amber Shop at Naglių 15, Nida offers Baltic amber jewelry, raw pieces, and souvenirs.

A highlight is the amulet-making workshop, where you can polish and shape your own amber piece with guidance from local artisans—creating a unique, personal souvenir.
Stop 8

40 min Admission not included

Matėja Bar in Preila is a cozy spot for great coffee and local drinks, including the famous Gintarinė—an amber-infused beverage with subtle earthy notes. It’s a perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful seaside atmosphere.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Aribe
Memel Hotel Klaipeda
Hotel Jura
Art Hotel Bohema
MICHAELSON boutique HOTEL
Old Mill Hotel
Prusija Hotel
Astra Hotel
Friedrich Guesthouse
Navalis
Klaipeda Art Hotel Lugne
Hotel Vecekrug

and 17 more pickup points

We pick you up anywhere in Klaipėda or at the Klaipėda Cruise Port terminal. Please wait outside your accommodation at the scheduled time. Your driver will be waiting in a van with Neringa Tours stickers.