Ķemeri Bog & Jūrmala Beach Tour from Riga

Discover the Kemeri Bog
Admire peaceful wetland views
Relax by the Baltic seaside
Take in Latvia’s wild nature
Walk the Great Ķemeri Bog Boardwalk, taste sulfur mineral water, explore wetland scenery and finish the day by the Baltic Sea in Jūrmala.

Tour Type

Nature Tour + Hike

Tour Duration

~8 Hours

Location

Vidzeme - Central Latvia

Tour Season

April - November

From 70 EUR per person

Kemeri Bog Boardwalk and Jurmala beach tour from Riga with hotel pickup included. Walk along the famous Great Bog Boardwalk and discover one of Latvia’s most unique landscapes without getting your feet wet. Learn about the bog ecosystem, taste mineral water from a sulfur spring and enjoy a relaxed day in nature. Continue to Jurmala seaside to explore the sandy beach and charming coastal atmosphere before returning to Riga.

About The Tour

Tour Description

Escape the city and enjoy a Kemeri Bog Boardwalk and Jurmala beach tour from Riga with hotel pickup included. This full-day experience combines Latvia’s most unique natural landscape with a relaxing visit to the Baltic Sea coast.

Your day begins with a scenic drive to Kemeri National Park, where you will walk along the famous Great Kemeri Bog Boardwalk. This easy and comfortable route allows you to explore the bog without getting your feet wet while discovering how this fascinating ecosystem has formed over thousands of years. Along the way, you will see small bog lakes, unique plants and wide open landscapes that make this place truly special.

During the walk, your guide will explain the formation of the bog, its wildlife and plant life. In late summer and autumn, you may even have the chance to taste fresh cranberries growing naturally in the bog.

After the walk, the tour continues through the surrounding forests, lakes and small fishing villages along the Baltic coastline. These quieter places give you a deeper and more authentic impression of Latvia beyond the usual tourist routes.

The day ends in Jurmala, Latvia’s most popular seaside resort. Here you can enjoy a walk along the sandy beach, take in the fresh sea air and, on warmer days, even go for a swim before returning comfortably to Riga.

Why choose this tour

Latvia’s most famous bog walk
Scenic nature with easy walking experience
Bog, forest and Baltic seaside
Relaxing day trip from Riga

Best for

First-time visitors who want Latvian nature outside Riga
Couples and families looking for a scenic day out
Nature lovers
People who want one scenic day with variety

Tour Highlights

Explore the Great Ķemeri Bog Boardwalk, Ķemeri National Park and Jūrmala beach on a relaxed day trip from Riga, combining bog landscapes, forest trails, birdwatching, local snacks and the Baltic seaside.

Great Ķemeri Bog Boardwalk

Walk through Latvia’s most famous bog landscape on an easy wooden boardwalk surrounded by small lakes, moss and open views.

Ķemeri National Park Nature

Discover one of Latvia’s most unique ecosystems with your guide, learning about bog formation, plants, wildlife and seasonal berries.

Local Picnic and Latvian Snacks

Enjoy a relaxed outdoor snack break with local pastries and non-alcoholic drinks during your nature day trip from Riga.

Ķemeri Resort and Sulfur Spring

Visit the historic Ķemeri resort area, see the landscape park and taste the famous sulfur mineral water spring.

Lake Kaņieris Floating Trail

Explore a peaceful lagoon lake area with a birdwatching tower, floating trail and rich wetland scenery.

Jūrmala Beach and Baltic Seaside

Finish the day by the sea in Jūrmala, Latvia’s best-known seaside resort, with time for a beach walk or optional swim.

Route at a Glance

A varied nature route from Riga to Ķemeri National Park and Jūrmala, with bog boardwalks, wetland forests, sulfur springs, lake views, fishing village atmosphere and the Baltic Sea coast.

1

Great Ķemeri Bog

Bog boardwalk walk

2

Picnic Stop

Local snacks

3

Ķemeri Resort Park

Historic park area

4

Sulfur Spring

Natural mineral water

5

Lake Kaņieris

Bird tower and floating trail

6

Fishing Village Beach

Quiet seaside stop

7

Jūrmala / Majori

Beach and resort town

Explore the Stops
1

Great Ķemeri Bog Boardwalk

Start the main sightseeing part of the day at the Great Ķemeri Bog Boardwalk. This easy wooden trail takes you deep into one of Latvia’s most iconic natural landscapes, with bog lakes, moss, open views and rare plants along the way.

2

Picnic Stop with Local Snacks

Enjoy a relaxed outdoor break with typical Latvian snacks such as pastries and pīrāgi, together with non-alcoholic drinks. It adds a local touch to the nature experience.

3

Ķemeri Resort and Landscape Park

Walk through the historic Ķemeri resort park, see the former Ķemeri Hotel from outside and enjoy the peaceful landscape park atmosphere connected with Latvia’s spa history.

4

Sulfur Water Spring and Wetland Forest

Visit the sulfur water spring and nearby wetland forest area, where the smell of sulfur reminds visitors why Ķemeri became famous as a health resort.

5

Lake Kaņieris Birdwatching Tower and Floating Trail

Continue to Lake Kaņieris, a peaceful lagoon lake in Ķemeri National Park. Enjoy views from the birdwatching tower and walk the floating trail surrounded by wetland sounds and lake scenery.

6

Fishing Village Beach

Visit a quieter seaside area near a fishing village, where a short walk through pine forest and along a small river leads to the sandy Baltic Sea coast.

7

Jūrmala / Majori and Baltic Sea Beach

Finish the day in Jūrmala, Latvia’s most famous seaside resort. Walk along Jomas Street, visit the white sand beach and, in warm weather, enjoy time for a swim before returning to Riga.

Tour itinerary

1

Pick-up in Riga

We will meet you in Riga at your hotel or other accommodation and start your full-day trip into nature with ~45 minute long transfer.

2

Great Kemeri bog boardwalk

Walk through the bog landscape, admire plants, birds and small bog lakes, and learn how this unique ecosystem has formed over thousands of years. Bog trail length is approximately 3.5 kilometers.

Approx. visit time: 1.5 - 2 hours.

3

Picnic / Snack break

Have a small picnic with local pastries and popular refreshments in Latvia.

Approx. 30 minutes.

4

Transfer

Transfer from the Great Ķemeri Bog to the historic Ķemeri resort area.

Approx. duration: 15 minutes.

5

Kemeri resort and landscape park

Stroll through the charming park, see Kemeri hotel and taste sulfur water spring.

Approx. duration: 35 minutes.

6

Transfer

Transfer from Kemeri resort to a fishing village and beach.

Approx. duration: 10 minutes.

7

Quiet seaside visit at the fishing village.

Walk a trail along a small river and a pine forest to a sandy beach.
Free time at the beach.

Approx. duration: 30 minutes.

8

Transfer

Approx. duration: 6 minutes.

9

Kaņieris bird lake and bird watching tower

After a short walk through small forest enjoy bird voices and views of the lake.

Approx. duration: 20 minutes.

10

Kaņieris lake floating trail walk

Walk right in to the lake without getting shoes wet to see small fish, hear bird voices and soft rustling of the wind on the shores of the lake.

Approx. duration: 20 minutes.

11

Transfer to Jūrmala

Approx. duration: 30 minutes.

12

Jūrmala - Majori

Explore the central part of Jūrmala by walking along Jomas pedestrian street with cafés, restaurants and souvenir shops. Then take off your shoes for a walk on the sandy beach and, if the weather is suitable, enjoy a swim in the sea.

Approx. duration: 1 hour.

13

Return to Riga

After the visit to Jūrmala, return drive to Riga. Drop off at your hotel or accommodation.

Approx. duration: 35 minutes.

Additional information

  • The total walking distance during the tour is approximately 10 km / 6 miles.
  • Most of the walking is easy and follows wooden boardwalks, forest paths, floating trails and beach areas, with places to rest along the way.
  • Please wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking in nature.
  • If you would like to swim during the seaside stops, please bring swimwear and a towel.
  • The tour operates in different weather conditions. Please dress according to the weather, especially for wind, rain or cooler seaside conditions.
  • This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility.
  • Infant seats are available on request during booking.

Map of the tour

Tour Price and Booking

From 70 EUR*
Price includes:
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Transportation
  • Guide
  • Small picnic
*The price depends on your group size. To receive an exact quote, please click “Inquire / Book”.
From 50 EUR*
Price includes:
  • Rental car with unlimited mileage
  • Detailed itinerary
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Frequently Asked Questions

The tour lasts approximately ~8 Hours, starting and ending in Riga.

The total walking distance during the tour is around 10 km (about 6 miles).

The route is considered easy to walk for most travelers because there are good wooden trails and places to sit down along the way.

No, this is not a demanding hike. It is more of an easy nature day trip with walking on wooden boardwalks and short trails.

However, it is not recommended for travelers with limited mobility.

Yes, this tour can be a very good choice for couples and families who enjoy nature and light outdoor activity.

Infant and child seats are available on request during booking.

Please dress according to the weather and wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on boardwalks, forest paths and beach areas. If you would like to swim, please bring swimwear and a towel.

Yes, the tour operates in all weather conditions.

Rain, wind or cooler temperatures can change the feel of the day, so weather-appropriate clothing is important.

Yes, you are welcome to go for a swim in the Baltic Sea while visiting Jūrmala or the fishing village, if the weather and season are suitable for it.

The guided tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, transportation, guide services and a small picnic with local snacks and non-alcoholic drinks.

The tour season runs from April to November, but please let us know if you would like to do the tour also in another month.

Each part of the season has its own charm, and from September you may also find cranberries in the bog.

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About this region of Latvia - Vidzeme and Kemeri National Park

Kemeri National Park

Vidzeme (Central Latvia)

Reviews of this tour on TripAdvisor

"Wild Latvia and Jurmala tour"

Reviewed June 30, 2025
Chris from UK

This day was excellent value; a deeply informative way to explore Latvia's healthy and biodiverse countryisde, whilst staying safe in it's endless bogs and forests. Rihard is a thoroughly likeable guide, keen to bring to life Latvia's rich cultural history, and to tailor the tour to your specific interests. A surprise picnic was a really lovely idea and we enjoyed some of Latvia's favorite foods. We were thoroughly entertained and fit a lot into the day. Our teens loved the floating boardwalk and we came away with some great family shots. Remember your binoculars; apart from many species of dragonfly, we saw lesser-spotted eagle, red-backed shrike, red-breasted flycatcher, marsh harrier and tree pippit. These are all either absent or super-rare at home. We would definitely suggest this as a way to get to know Latvia outside of the city.

Visited June 2025

"Great trip to Latvia"

Reviewed August 30, 2024
Martin from Belgium

Great experience! Rihards from Latvia Tours dedicates himself a whole day to give his Latvia visitors the time of their life, discovering the beautiful surroundings and the magnificent nature of Latvia's national park, the bogs and Jurmala. Perfect way to discover places you usually don't discover, being a lone tourist without perfect guidance from someone like Rihards.

Visited August 2024

"Great day with Rihards"

Reviewed June 19, 2024
Charles from UK

I booked a private one day tour tour with Rihards and it was great experience. We went searching for wildlife in Kemeri National park; taking the bog trail, visiting the seaside at Lapmezciems beach and other places. Rihards is very good company and knows a lot about the history of Latvia.

Visited June 2024

"Very satisfied"

Reviewed June 6, 2024
Jorien from Netherlands

Offer a variety of tours. The communication is clear and the information is extensive. We had a very nice day. Rihards and his partner took us into nature all day and told us a lot. Very pleased with this organization and the tour.

Visited May 2024

"Bog Boardwalk in Kemeri National Park and Baltic Seaside Tour & Tour to Sigulda"

Reviewed March 25, 2024
Richard from UK

Due to the lack of snow the Huskie Ride was cancelled. We were disappointed, but Rihards rearraigned everything for us. Both tours were outstanding , to be able to witness the beauty of Latvia remains with us. Rihards was outstanding as a guide and so helpful, we cant thank him enough for making our Latvia trip so memorable.

Visited March 2024

"Excellent day hiking in Kemeri National Park"

Reviewed September 5, 2021
Alexandra from Germany

We spent a wonderful day with our guide Rihards, a very well-spoken and amiable guide who gave us a lot of insight. Not only into Latvian landscape and wildlife but also the people. Rihards is very knowledgeable and someone you always feel comfortable to be with. We can hightly recommend the tour to Kemeri. Enjoy the bog, the light, the colours, the wildlife and simply chatting away with this very nice tour gude.

Visited September 2021

"Great tour and great guide"

Reviewed June 11, 2017
Lily from Taiwan

I joined the bog tour and it's fantastic. The guide, Rihards, is so knowledgable and organized the tour very well. If you want to explore the beautiful landscape of Latvia,it's the best choice.

Visited June 2017

"Knowledgable and off the beaten path"

Reviewed November 26, 2015
Ryan from USA

If u like nature, history, and are tired of just drinking good beers in Old Town hook up with these guys. We did the Kemeri and Cena bog tour...really different and cool. Rihards was a wealth of history and geography and the picnic lunch of tea and Latvian pastries was great. Bogs were unique and serene. It was about 6 hours for the tour, about 6 miles of wooden walkways covered.

Visited November 2015