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Lake Kiidjärv is the perfect place to enjoy the beach or summer evenings: there is a sandy beach, two swimming bridges, and a small playground for children. Swim at the beach at your own risk! Kiidjärve Manor Park is located near the swimming area.Nearby are Kiidjärve Water Mill, RMK Kiidjärve Visitor Centre, Roiupalu study trail (800 m), Valgesoo bog study trail and watchtower (3.5 km), and Large Taevaskoda sandstone outcrop (3.5 km).The buildings of Kiidjärve Manor were built in the second half of the 18th century and the park was probably built at the same time. The manor house was destroyed in a fire in 1950, but some smaller buildings have been preserved, such as a granary-drier.

At the Värska WaterPark, Cafe Näki offers a chance to enjoy a light meal or simply relax with a cup of hot coffee. The cafe serves invigorating coffee paired with freshly baked pastries, and during lunchtime, guests can enjoy daily specials prepared by the chefs of Lahe Resto.The cafe also provides the option to order platters of snacks for parties and children's birthdays. With seating for 20 people, Cafe Näki warmly welcomes all visitors to the Värska resort area to enjoy a light refreshment. The water park also features a swim-up bar, where guests can savor delicious cocktails and refreshing drinks without leaving the pool.

If you want to enjoy an active vacation or diverse entertainment in the evening, then Tammekännu Holiday Houses are right for you. The beautiful Taevaskoda, which offers different hiking opportunities (with bikes, scooters, kick sledges, skis), is nearby. The River Ahja isn not that far either, and this is one of the best and most beautiful canoeing rivers in South Estonia.There are two holiday houses with a sauna, WC, kitchenette, fireplace, refrigerator and TV. There are also four huts, two for two people and two for three people (shower and toilet in a separate building). We also have a camping and caravan site, barbecue facilities and a smoking oven. You can pre-order catering.

Tartu County Recreational Sports Centre is a holiday complex located 2 km from the city of Elva, in a beautiful natural pine forest. Here, you can play various ball games, try out shooting, and do other sports activities. There is a gym, bicycle rental, and forest hiking trails. The finish of the Tartu Marathon, as well as a climbing town and a playground for children are located in our yard.We have a socket for each caravan and we offer drinking water and the possibility to empty the toilet. The hotel reception is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and there is free Wi-Fi in the lobby bar.

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!

Kisejärve hiking trail is 6 km long and runs along former horse roads and swamp borders (rubber boots are recommended). The hiking trails takes you past several lakes, valuable nature and bog communities and you can also see the results of the activities of beavers.

Rest and celebration – you will find them at Haanjamehe farm! Located among the hills of Haanjamaa, Haanjamehe farm is the best place to celebrate the important events of your life. The farm features seven tastefully renovated farm buildings, a village swing, and opportunities for leisure activities. As additional activities, you can participate in various workshops in the forest, on the farmyard, or in the farm buildings, hike with a guide, or engage in teamwork training in collaboration with different partners. For families, there are comfortable family rooms, and children will enjoy the playground. The accommodation offers beautiful views of nature, the garden, and the surrounding landscape, ensuring privacy for a peaceful stay. If ancient Estonians had motels, the best ones would have been just like this. Good to know: well-behaved pets are also welcome.

Tõrva's Vanamõisa Lake is a popular summer destination for both locals and visitors from afar. The lake is located on the outskirts of the city, near Tõrva Veemõnula Water and Sauna Center. At the edge of Vanamõisa Lake stands the Baltics' highest diving tower, Tõrva Lion Tower. It was built in place of the legendary Tõrva Vanamõisa diving tower, offering visitors a safe and exciting opportunity for summer water fun. The tower has five floors, each with a diving platform into the lake. The height of the last platform above the water surface is 11 meters, and the total height of the tower, including light masts, reaches 14 meters. In addition to the long sandy shore, the beach features a boardwalk and ball game courts. During the summer season, lifeguards are on duty at the beach from 11 AM to 7 PM. Visitors can rent volleyball, badminton sets, and spikeball sets from the lifeguard. Changing rooms and toilets are available. Good to know: you can park your car at the Tõrva Gymnasium parking lot, and from there, it's a short walk to the lake. Come and enjoy the summer and water fun in Southern Estonia!