Tour Type

Activity / Tour

Tour Duration

~3 Hours

Location

Riga

Tour Season

May - September

From 35 EUR per person

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Experience a tour in Riga from a different perspective than usual walking tours do offer. Kayaking tour through the Riga Old Town and center is a unique way to discover and experience Riga. From water you will see the city from completely different angle and experience new emotions. Enjoy kayaking with an experienced instructor and seeing green parks, many of Riga bridges, old town, center in a different way from those who are exploring on shore.

About The Activity

Activity Description

Take a look at Riga from a different point of view and also hear the city which sounds differently from the water. Boat tour on the Riga canal and Daugava river with kayaks is going right through the city center.

You will cross the river Daugava two times, you will see Andrejsala pier, historic center and buildings. There are many bridges over the Riga canal which will make your boat trip even more interesting and diverse. Unique opportunity to see beautiful Riga old town panorama not from the other coast, but from the middle of river.

Comfortable tourism kayaks are used one the tour and you will be provided with all the necessary equipment for kayaking.

Tour Highlights

Discover Riga from the water on a kayaking route through the city centre, combining Riga Canal, the Daugava River, bridges, parks, Andrejsala pier and a unique Old Town panorama from the middle of the river.

Riga from a Different Perspective

See the city from the water instead of the streets and experience how Riga looks, feels and even sounds from a kayak.

Kayaking on Riga Canal

Paddle through the green canal area in the heart of Riga, passing parks, bridges and city centre views along the route.

Daugava River Crossing

Cross the Daugava River twice and enjoy a more open water feeling with wide views toward Riga’s skyline.

Old Town Panorama from the River

Enjoy a special view of Riga Old Town not from the opposite bank, but directly from the middle of the Daugava River.

Andrejsala Pier and City Centre Views

See Andrejsala pier, the historic centre and riverside buildings while following a varied urban kayaking route.

Comfortable Kayaks and Equipment

Use comfortable tourism kayaks with the necessary kayaking equipment provided for the activity.

Route at a Glance

A city kayaking route through central Riga, connecting the Riga Canal, Daugava River, bridges, Andrejsala pier and Old Town skyline views from the water.

Kayaking Start Point

Equipment and preparation

Riga Canal

Green city waterway

Canal Bridges

Varied city route

Daugava River

Open water views

Old Town Panorama

Skyline from the river

Andrejsala Pier

Riverside city views

Return by Water

Complete the loop

Explore the Kayaking Route

Kayaking Start Point and Equipment

Begin with preparation for the activity. Comfortable tourism kayaks and the necessary kayaking equipment are provided before heading onto the water.

Riga Canal

Paddle into Riga Canal, a green waterway running through the city centre. From the kayak, the parks, streets and buildings feel calmer and closer than during a normal walking tour.

Bridges Over Riga Canal

Pass under many bridges along Riga Canal. These small changes in light, sound and perspective make the route more interesting and give the activity a playful city-adventure feeling.

Daugava River

Continue from the canal onto the Daugava River. The river section opens up wider views of Riga and gives the kayaking route a stronger sense of space and movement.

Riga Old Town Panorama

Enjoy a unique view of Riga Old Town from the middle of the Daugava River. Instead of seeing the skyline from shore, you experience it from the water itself.

Andrejsala Pier and Riverside Views

See Andrejsala pier and riverside city buildings as part of the route. This adds a more urban and contemporary layer to the historic centre views.

Return by Water

Complete the kayaking route through central Riga, crossing the Daugava twice and returning with a new perspective on the city’s bridges, river, canal and skyline.

Additional information

Your shoes and clothes might get wet while rowing.
Tour is weather dependant and can be cancelled in case of strong wind.
This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility.

Tour Price and Booking

From 35 EUR*

Price includes:

Instructor
Boats
Lifejackets
Waterproof bag

*Price is provided for the complete groups! To get quote for your group size click "+Inquire / Book"!

From 25 EUR

Price includes:

Boats
Lifejackets
Waterproof bag

*Price is provided for the whole tour program!
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