Top Riga Outdoor Activities - page 2

Experience the Latvian countryside in a way most tourists won’t—on the back of a sled pulled by a pack of well-trained huskies. During this small-group experience, you’ll sail through the trees at a top speed of 15.5 miles per hour, and enjoy an opportunity to be both a passenger and a musher on the sled. And yes, you get to pet the dogs.

Take a break from Riga with some horseback riding by the Baltic Sea with this private activity. Travel out to the coast where you’ll get the chance to first interact and feed your horse. After you’ve connected, head out on a horseback ride with your instructor through the forest, past sand dunes, and onto the beach.

This activity is so much fun. It combines the classic game of hide-and-seek or cat-and-mouse with a high tech twist involving guns, lasers and a whole lot of fun music and lights. Come be exhilarated and escape reality for a moment. You’ll be able to burn off excess energy and escape to a new world of fun, excitement, and adrenaline. This activity is sure to keep you engaged for hours and you can let off some steam while you run through this new fantasy world. You never know what you are going to find lurking around the corners lying in wait. Do you dare find out? In some cases, particularly during peak booking periods, the activity start time may be subject to change. Any adjustment will be communicated in advance and confirmed with you to ensure it works for your schedule.

Enjoy a relaxing city cruise on historic wooden boats along the Riga Canal and the Daugava River. Our tours are operated on authentic wooden boats, offering a quieter and more intimate experience compared to large sightseeing vessels. The route combines the green city canal with wide river views, passing Riga’s most important landmarks. Audio guide included. Central departure point near the Freedom Monument.

See Latvia beyond Riga on this full-day, small-group tour to Rundale Palace, Bauska Castle, and the Hill of Crosses—across the border in Lithuania. Rather than hiring a car, relax onboard an air-conditioned vehicle as your guide provides insightful commentary. Snap photos of historic buildings, enjoy the picturesque countryside, and learn more about Latvia's rich culture and history.

Looking for a fun day and high-speed action? Want to challenge your friends and have a proper grant prix race experience? We can organize it for you! Indoor carting is an awesome activity for friends, couples, fantastic for team building events and stag dos. Up to 7 of you can race at the same time, so get ready for a competition! Electric beasts are also available, and maybe VR games afterwards? Let’s make your plan of action! 3-2-1! LET’S GO! Please NOTE: 1. Drivers may be breathalysed before the ride. 2. You will not be allowed to take part of any track activity if you have consumed alcohol. 3. We recommend you wear soft shoes 4. Not recommended for persons with heart problems, epilepsy or other conditions which may be affected by exertion (incl. Pregnancy)

With the assistance of a professional pilot, you'll learn the essentials of starting and launching the airplane, mastering takeoffs, navigation flights, and precision landings. For those seeking an extra thrill, delve into emergency situation training for added excitement and valuable skills.

Discover the charms of Latvia's most romantic town Kuldiga and let someone else handle the logistics with this small-group tour from Riga. Travel to the town of Kuldiga where you’ll go for a tour of its main attractions, including the Venta Rapid waterfalls, the Town Hall Square, and the Duke’s Pharmacy. This shared tour has a limit of eight travelers and includes hotel pickup for an easy start to your day.

Your Vilnius adventure takes an exciting turn Your experienced and friendly instructor will greet you with a warm welcome and safety briefing. They'll meticulously guide you through proper shotgun handling and safety protocols, ensuring you feel confident and comfortable throughout the session. Once safety is assured, it's time to step up to the shooting line! You'll be surprised to discover we don't offer just one type of shotgun. You will get the chance to try out various shotguns, each with its own unique weight, caliber, and handling characteristics (package includes the following guns: Walther G22 x 5 bullets; Roni G17 x 5 bullets; Mossberg x5 bullets; AK-47 x5 bullets; Glock x5 bullets). But this isn't just about hitting targets – it's about friendly competition. Throughout the session, the instructor will provide personalized coaching, helping you refine your technique and improve your accuracy.

Set sail on the River Daugava aboard the modern VECRĪGA for a memorable 1-hour panoramic tour. Marvel at the stunning views of Riga's Old Town, featuring its iconic towers, Riga Castle, and the National Library. Enjoy the tropical ambiance on the open deck while sipping refreshing cocktails or relax in the stylish lounge below with panoramic windows. This tour is perfect for families, with amenities like free Wi-Fi. - Discover Riga's stunning architecture and vibrant riverside - Enjoy a refreshing cocktail on the upper deck with tropical decor - Family-friendly with amenities like free Wi-Fi and a play area for kids

ATV Off-Road Adventure – Your Weekly Dose of Adrenaline Looking for an exciting way to boost your week? This fun off-road ATV tour is exactly what you need for your adrenaline fix in just a few hours. No prior experience? No problem! Riding an ATV is easy to learn, and our guides will get you comfortable in just minutes. All you need is confidence and a valid driver’s license. Our ATVs are equipped with heated grips, ensuring a comfortable ride even in colder weather—so you can enjoy the adventure all year round. Get ready to explore off-road trails, feel the thrill, and create unforgettable memories!

✨ What makes the Riga Shooting Experience truly unique? Massive arsenal at your fingertips – Choose from 40+ firearms, including pistols, rifles, and shotguns, to create a session tailored to your interests. ‍ No prior experience needed – Professional instructors ensure safety and make it fun for both first-timers and experienced shooters. ⚡ Personalised & flexible – Upgrade your package on-site with extra weapons or more rounds for even more adrenaline. Take home the memory – Keep your target as a souvenir and capture amazing photos with the firearms.

Brace for an unforgettable adventure with our Bobsleigh experience. Zoom down Olympic-grade tracks at 90 mph, guided by expert instructors for a safe yet exhilarating ride. Perfect for solo daredevils or group team-building, our packages cover all – from equipment to celebration. Nestled in a winter wonderland, the picturesque venue offers breathtaking views. No experience is required; all skill levels are welcome. Create lasting memories as you race down history-making tracks, capturing the essence of true winter thrills.

This private tour offers a chance to immerse yourself in a Latvian forest while enjoying the thrill of husky dog sledding. With comfortable round-trip transfer from your location in Riga, and options for lunch, cross-country skiing, and winter clothing rental (each an additional expense), you can enjoy a full experience of winter in Latvia.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience while on vacation in Riga and try summer bobsleighing. Zip down a purpose-built track on a summer bobsleigh and reach speeds of up to 80 km/h (50 mph) as you hurtle downhill. Full instruction is provided and you can ride with up to four people in one bobsleigh, including a qualified driver.

As you would expect all the safety equipment will be provided for you and the track time will have been booked, so there is no need to wait around until it becomes free. An instructor will be on hand to make sure that everyone knows what they are doing, and all have the chance to win. As you could visit at any time, this is available all year round and is an extremely popular event. Reputations can be made and lost once you all get behind the wheel of the go-kart.

In order to book the activity you need 8 people and everything will be organised for you. You will be collected by minivan and the guide will take you to the location. Once finished you will be taken back, and the next step is to celebrate with the winners and commiserate with anyone who was not as successful. You get enough time to carry out the event and once it has finished you can be sure that you still will wish it lasted longer. On the plus side, there is nothing stopping you booking again for the next day and enjoying the experience all over again.

Rather than just winging it at a shooting range, benefit from a personal English speaking instructor as you fire various weapons with this Riga shooting range experience. Watch as your instructor demonstrates how to safely use a diverse range of weapons and then enjoy the thrill of firing your choice of them at this indoor firing range. A shooting certificate will be provided at the end.

Take a break from sightseeing in Riga to explore one of the most beautiful national parks in Latvia in the golden hour of sunset. Enjoy hassle-free transportation directly from your hotel and stroll along the boardwalk above the pristine bog landscape with a guide or on your own. Pause on the viewing platform to take in the vista and snap photos as the sun dips below the horizon.

Enjoy a diverse and memorable small-group day trip from Riga that blends culture, history, spirituality, and nature. Travel to the iconic Hill of Crosses in Lithuania, one of Europe’s most unique pilgrimage sites, before continuing to Jelgava, home to the largest Baroque palace in the Baltics. Capture great photos and hear engaging stories about the city’s fascinating and turbulent past. Your journey continues to Jurmala, Latvia’s beloved seaside resort town, known for its charming wooden architecture, vibrant promenade, and wide stretches of white-sand beach along the Baltic coast. Enjoy a relaxed stroll, breathe in fresh sea air, and sample local treats before returning to Riga. This small-group tour offers a well-balanced mix of architecture, history, religion, and nature—an excellent alternative to standard Hill of Crosses tours, and a perfect way to experience the diverse highlights of both Latvia and Lithuania in one enriching day. Tour operates with at least 3 guests.

Avoid the hassles of navigating public transport or renting a car to see the different sides to Jūrmala by taking this private tour from Riga. Drive first to Kemeri National Park for a walk through its bogs. Continue to the Jūrmala Open-Air Museum to learn the local history, before heading to the Dzintari Forest Park to admire its forest and dunes. This private tour has a maximum of four passengers.

Experience the thrill of hovering in the air using a water jetpack, without having to worry about all the logistics, by choosing this Riga activity. Control the jetpack, propelled by two high pressure water pumps, as you zoom about over the surface of the water and see if you’re bold enough to try some tricks along the way.

Spend a whole day outside Riga and hike together with our guide around Gauja National Park, see one castle, and mysterious, TOP- SECRET Soviet-bunker in our Private day tour in the comfortable Premium van or Business class 4WD if fewer passengers. Besides that, we have prepared the following worthy options which will add your day trip another dimension. You'll be picked up you from any location in Riga by our driver/guide not later than 10 AM and head towards the saturated and interesting day. Your destinations will be finest locations of Gauja National Park, Turaida Castle and Soviet Bunker and our tour will last approximately 8 hours.

Make an easy beach escape from Riga to Jurmala on this private sightseeing tour of the Baltic seaside town. Featuring convenient pickup from Riga, the journey combines the natural attractions of Jurmala Beach and Dzintari Forest Park with the city charms of Jomas Street’s restaurants, hotels, cafes, and live music.