Ķemeri Great Bog Discovery With Optional Sunrise & Jūrmala Visit

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About this activity

Most visitors leave the Great Ķemeri Bog with beautiful photos. We want you to leave with a genuine understanding of one of Europe’s most remarkable landscapes.

Explore the famous Great Ķemeri Bog Boardwalk with a conservation biologist and experienced local nature guide who brings the landscape to life through engaging stories, wildlife interpretation and local insights. Instead of simply walking through the bog, discover how these unique raised wetlands formed over thousands of years, how plants survive in extreme conditions and why this protected ecosystem is so important for Latvia’s biodiversity.

Every season reveals a different side of the bog, making every visit unique. Along the way, discover Latvian culture and traditions through relaxed conversations and our signature improv-inspired guiding style, creating a personal, interactive experience rather than a scripted tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 4 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Baltic Nature Adventures

Ages: Children (6–13 years) · Adults (14–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Knowledgeable eco-tour leader
Included: 2-hour guided tour in Ķemeri Great Bog and forests
Included: Improv-travel approach for groups of 2 people and more
Included: Roundtrip transfer from Riga or Jūrmala
Included: Guided visit to Jūrmala Town (if you select Jūrmala visit option)

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Insurance
Not included: Tips
Not included: Everything that's not mentioned as included

Itinerary

Stop 1

3 hours Admission included

Experience the Great Ķemeri Bog with a refreshing 2-hour 5-kilometer guided walk in the heart of Ķemeri National Park. Dive into the breathtaking scenery of untouched raised bog habitats as you leisurely walk along the sturdy wooden boardwalk. Covering an area of over 6,000 hectares, Ķemeri Great Bog is one of the largest bogs in Latvia. Renowned for its unique scenery and pristine raised bog habitat, it holds priority status as a habitat of European importance. Whether it's the vibrant blooms of spring, the lush greenery of summer, the golden hues of autumn, or the serene tranquility of winter, Great Ķemeri Bog promises a mesmerizing experience year-round.

Amazed by the unique and expansive raised bog landscape? You definitely will be. Now, for the cherry on top! Before returning to your hotel, you'll get to have a glimpse of some Latvian natural treasures — such as the famous sulfur springs and swamp forests.
Jurmala

one hour

By selecting this option, you'll have the opportunity to discover the renowned Jūrmala resort town. Here, you will enjoy its pristine white sandy beach and marvel at the town's unique blend of historic wooden architecture and luxurious modern villas.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Hotel Laro
Villa Joma
Wooden Villa Aparthotel
NB Hotel
Jurmala SPA Hotel
Viktorija 91
Hotel Augustine
Rafael Hotel Riga
Rija Eiropa Hotel Jurmala
Parus
Baltic Beach Hotel & SPA
Pegasa Pils Boutique SPA Hotel

and 134 more pickup points

The total duration of the tour (4 - 5 hours) includes the transfer time from Riga and Jūrmala, which is approx. 45 minutes one way from Riga and 15 minutes from Jurmala.

We will pick you up within a 30-minute window starting from the scheduled start time of the tour.

The tour starting at 3:00 a.m. is the Sunrise tour. The sunrise option is only possible from April to September, and its start time will change based on the season and the actual sunrise time (from ca. 3:00 am in June to ca. 6:00 in April and September). Your tour guide will communicate the exact departure time with you beforehand in this scenario.

The tour scheduled for 9:00 a.m. will always begin at this time. We will contact you before the trip and inform you about your pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.

Options

Ķemeri Great Bog Discovery

Pickup included
Add visit to Jūrmala

Visit Jūrmala: Add a short visit to Jūrmala Town with its stunning sandy beaches and historic wooden houses mixed with expensive villas

Duration: 5 hours: If you choose to include a visit to Jūrmala, the total duration of your tour will increase by approximately one hour

Pickup included