Canoeing on the Kooraste lakes

A canoe trip on the Võhandu River in spring definitely requires previous paddling experience, but it certainly offers an adventure. The river is fast-flowing, with rapids and old mill sites (the most famous are Viira, Süvahavva, and Reo Mills) that demand great attention from the paddler. When descending from the mill dams, the person sitting in the front seat may get a bucketful of crisp water over the canoe sides onto their lap. Capsizing is not uncommon at Viira artificial rapids, but we have considered it and made preparations. The trip organizer provides instructions at the beginning of the trip and serves as a guide from the shore at mill dams and bridge locations, where photos of the paddlers are taken. The river is surrounded by sandstone cliffs. In summer, the water flow is calmer, and certain parts of the river may run low on water. The trip can also be planned as a 2-3 day journey, covering the entire Võhandu Marathon route. With the spring high water, it is possible to complete Estonia's longest downstream waterway, approximately 154 km long. We organize the trip for groups starting from 6 members.

The longest River in Estonia - Võhandu (162 km) flows through Võru and Põlva County in its beautiful and abrupt bed surrounded by sandstone outcrops. An elaborate 80 km independent canoe hike, kayak hike or raft hike is suitable for both families and friends to familiarize themselves with Estonian nature. Hikers move on their own, designing their own hiking day, movement schedule and journey length. Overnight in tents, meals are made on Primus. The tips and additional materials required for the hike can be obtained by ordering and hiking from the hiking guide at the starting location. The hotspots can be viewed on the RMK website.

Pühajõgi is the upper course of the River Võhandu that is upstream from the town of Võru. This stretch of river has not been used much for water travel until now. Now, it has been cleaned and waiting to be discovered!The trip goes along the river with clear water and many small rapids.Route and length: Kärgula–Hutita 3.5 hours (13 km). See also the map of the Võhandu Pühajõgi. Minimum size of the group: 10 people; smaller groups can join scheduled trips.Maximum size of the group: 90 people.Price: canoe trip €20 per person and kayak trip €22 per person.Price for children: €12 per person (6–16 years).Price includes: canoe or kayak rental and transportation of equipment, safety equipment, instructions and securing the trip from the river banks.

Over 40 magnificent sandstone outcrops and untouched nature of the landscape protection area in the Ahja river valley are sure to leave an unforgettable impression!We are a local company, so we can arrange a suitable route for your canoe trip, the best catering options, the most beautiful places for camping, or cosy accommodation. Our selection includes canoe trips lasting from 2 hours to 2 days for groups of 2 to 50 people.Before each trip, an instructor provides thorough instructions in order to make your canoe trip a safe and positive experience that you will remember for a long time.

A canoe trip is an excellent opportunity to discover Estonia's beautiful rivers and experience the importance of teamwork. A joint adventure on a body of water helps you get to know your companions better and develop cooperation skills. During the drier summer period, we paddle down larger rivers, where the water flows more calmly. During spring and autumn's high water seasons, there is an opportunity to discover less frequently visited waterways, such as the floods in Soomaa National Park. It is possible to order campfire meals or a bushcraft workshop to go along with your canoe trip. There is also the possibility of going on multi-day trips. Come and enjoy an adventure in nature — a canoe trip is an experience to remember!

Canoe trip "One Day, Two Countries" starts at the upper course of the River Õhne in the vicinity of Taagepera and Holdre castle and ends on Latvian soil.The river flows along a course that is interrupted by rapids and is partly surrounded by forests and fields. When combining several 3–7 km stretches of river, it becomes a 30 km canoe trip that lasts from an hour to an entire day and complements a summer holiday, birthday or company summer retreat perfectly.Come on a canoe trip along the River Õhne – you find a lot to admire and discover here!

VeeTee canoe trips guarantee a fun-filled experience!Come in any season with you family, friends or colleagues and get to know the beautiful rivers and lakes of Southern Estonia and the vicinity of Otepää (the lakes of Kooraste but also Pühajärv, Ahja, Võhandu, Elva, Piusa) as well as the wonderful countryside!Price includes boat rental and instructions; by request, we can also arrange transportation to destination and lunch. If you decide to stay the night, then the Annemäe Holiday House for 8 and its sauna are at your disposal!Contact us and we can arrange everything – let the water and fresh air wash away the stress and dullness of daily routine!

The canoe raft consists of three interconnected canoes, to which a platform for comfort has been added. One canoe raft comfortably accommodates 6–11 people, four or six of whom will have to paddle. In total, we have four canoe rafts. You can have a picnic, take photos, catch fish, sunbathe, etc. on the canoe raft. Small children, grandparents, and even smaller pets are also welcome on the canoe raft trip.About 20 sandstone outcrops are exposed on the Taevaskoja reservoir, which makes it one of the most unique and beautiful lakes in Estonia. Take a picnic basket and bring your friends to Taevaskoda!