Wild Beauty in the Baltics - Moors, Forests, Baltic Islands

Begin your journey in Tallinn, from where you'll travel to the serene Matsalu National Park. Settle into your guesthouse, nestled close to the Baltic Sea, and embark on your first exploration of the park. Keep an eye out for moose and the world's smallest owl, the tawny owl. Enjoy an overnight stay in the guesthouse.

Start your day by exploring the floodplains of Matsalu National Park on foot, heading towards the bird sanctuary in Haeska. Enjoy a unique view of the bird flocks in the shallow water from the bird tower. Later, delve into Estonian culture in the lagoon town of Haapsalu, known for its Bishop's Castle and wooden railroad station. In the evening, take a motorboat cruise through the Kasari river delta.

Today, you'll travel to Soomaa National Park, Europe's largest rain moor national park. Discover the unique flood culture of the locals and explore the Kuresoo raised bog with its thick peat layer. Learn about the local flora and fauna, and if you're up for it, take a refreshing swim in a moorland lake. Spend the night in a guesthouse.

Kickstart your day with a canoe tour on the Raunda River. Paddle past ancient spruces, oaks, and trembling poplars, and keep an eye out for beaver lodges and kingfishers. After the canoeing adventure, unwind in the sauna at your guesthouse, a significant part of Estonian culture.

Today, you'll travel across the country to the protected Alutaguse forest area, home to around 500 wild bears. Stop in Rakvere to shop for your evening picnic in the bear hut. Spend the night in a cozy shared cabin in the forest, keeping an eye out for foxes, raccoon dogs, and moose.

Start your day with a leisurely breakfast in Rakvere, then continue to the capital, Tallinn. Explore the city's medieval charm on a guided tour, walking through the preserved original street system from the 13th century and past numerous original houses. Enjoy an overnight stay at a hotel in Tallinn.