Active Summer Recreation in Latvia – 6 Interesting Places
Mežakaķis Adventure Park
Mežakaķis Adventure Park is a summer active-recreation destination where you can enjoy “walks” through the trees. This activity is intended for people who enjoy sports, an energetic lifestyle and being in nature. In the adventure park, obstacles of various heights are attached to growing trees, with ropes, various bridges, swings, ropes and steps, as well as zip lines.
An adult ticket costs 18 euros; for children up to 17 years old, it costs 13 euros
1 Senču Street, Sigulda, Sigulda Municipality, LV-2150
For more information about the adventure park, call Mežakaķis at 67976886
Tarzāns Adventure Park in Sigulda
The obstacle park consists of 10 courses and more than 140 different obstacles placed in trees up to 20 metres high. The park’s location on the slopes of the Gauja Valley also allows you to enjoy magnificent views. The park will be exciting for both the youngest visitors and adults, as the courses are designed for different levels of difficulty.
Prices: adult ticket – 20 euros; for children aged 10 to 17, 15 euros
1 Peldu Street, Sigulda, LV-2150
For more information about the park, call +371 27001187
Zviedru Cepure Recreation Complex
Zviedru Cepure invites visitors of all ages to take part in various adventures. At the park, you can ride on the rodent track, the buggy track and walk along nature trails, such as the horse trail and the Love Trail.
“Piltiņi”, Matkule Parish, Kandava Municipality
For more information about the park and prices, call +371 26405405;
Paragliding, ADRENALĪNS Ltd.
Paragliding is an exciting experience that will remain in your memory for a long time. The pilot’s seat and the passenger’s seat are attached to a cable and pulled into the sky to a height of 450 metres with the help of a vehicle. To begin, you must run 10 metres to lift off the ground. Once sufficient altitude has been reached, the pilot releases the cable, and you fly together above the ground, admiring the impressive views. The flight lasts from 6 to 15 minutes.
A flight for one person costs 50 euros
126–45 Augusta Deglava Street, Riga, LV-1082, Latvia.
For more information about the park and prices, call +371 255 47 550
Giants’ Trail
The Giants’ Trail is an incredible journey through the trees in Ogre. From spring to autumn, the adventure park invites everyone to enjoy an unforgettable, interesting and, most importantly, active holiday. Obstacles, ropes, poles, logs and much more are attached to the trees. At the adventure park, you can test your abilities on three different levels of difficulty.
Prices: adult ticket – 18 euros; for children aged 8 to 17, 12 euros
“Ogres Zilie Kalni”, Ogre, LV-5001
For more information about the park, call +371 24427070
Līvu Akvaparks
Līvu Akvaparks is the best place to spend the whole day with your family or friends. The water park is divided into several recreation zones, such as active recreation—water slides and slopes; a spa—with baths, massages, salt baths and more; and a bistro snack bar—with drinks and snacks.
The water park has several slides, each with a different level of difficulty, so they are suitable for both the youngest visitors and adults. The water park has several indoor and outdoor pools, both deep and shallow, with or without massage features, and much more.
Prices: adult ticket (for the whole day: 35.50 euros), (for 4 hours: 31.50 euros); children aged 6–14 (for the whole day: 28.50 euros), (for 4 hours: 23.60 euros).
24 Viestura Street, Jūrmala, LV-2010
For more information about the park, call +371 67755636
Active recreation often relaxes and refreshes people. Therefore, for an active holiday, go outdoors with your entire family or friends to spend time together, admire nature and take a break from your worries. Everyone can choose the type of recreation that suits them best. Enjoy active recreation with a smile and joy.
