A summer rafting trip on the Võhandu River

If you wish to have a meal and a cup of coffee in north-western Võru County, the Café in Varese Guesthouse that is located by Võru-Viljandi Road is a suitable place for that. The menu contains miscellaneous dishes at favourable prices and in case of fair weather it is possible to enjoy your meal in the picnic area or in a conic tent. Upon advance notice, groups are served and banquet tables are prepared.

You can enjoy good food and great views in the Pühajärve Spa & Holiday Resort's Tower Café! You can walk onto the 25 m high viewing platform from the café and we offer binoculars for hire free of charge. The exclusive tower with glass walls that was built to replace the old wooden tower of Pühajärve Manor has seats for up to 30 people on different levels and offers magnificent views of Lake Pühajärv and Otepää Nature Park.We are offering you the opportunity to celebrate important occasions in truly spectacular surroundings.

The Art Studio sells great Estonian oil paintings and graphic art, high-class leather and wood goods and high temperature ceramics by Aivar Rumvolt. Please do not hesitate to call on us, if you need a special gift for your guest. The Avatud Ateljee Studio organises different courses: you are welcome to sign up for pottery, calligraphy, binding or leatherwork classes. In addition the studio organises poetry reading nights and meetings with artists. Groups can also visit Aivar Rumvolt’s pottery shop in Kubja by previous appointment. In summer there are workshops both for grown-ups and the young.

Families with children are particularly welcome in the Lake Pühajärv Park as there are many opportunities to feed ducks and other birds when walking on the lakeshore. There is an exercise track by the northern part of the park. This is also the place where you will find the beach with a beach house, cafés, arbours and boat hire.The park used to be a part of the Pühajärv Manor Park and it was designed as a walking forest with paths already in the 19th century. The park is mainly a naturally grown forest.

More than 30 friendly sled dogs live at the Sled Dog Training Center, and they are eager for your visit! The Sled Dog Training Center in Tartu County offers a unique opportunity to learn about the lives and daily activities of sled dogs. During the visit, you can get to know the dogs better by petting them, exploring their personalities, and observing them in their enclosures. You will also learn about dogsledding equipment necessary and hear about how they are trained and cared for. The guide will answer your questions and tell you fascinating stories about the world of dogsledding. It is an educational and immersive experience that is interesting for families, groups of friends, and solo travelers alike. We also organize various programs and study days to provide a more comprehensive overview of dogsledding and the dogs' deep connection with nature.

Udu Farm is a lovely holiday complex on the shores of Lake Kuremaa. The historical Palamuse and Kuremaa castles are just a few kilometres away.Guests have the use of 12 cabins, a sauna, a large party building, 4 covered areas, an extreme plastic film sauna and a children's play area. You can also rent the sauna complex, which has its own kitchenette and which accommodates 12-19 people on the upstairs level.Boats are available for hire and you can go fishing on the lake.

Taiko Sushi — the hidden gem of Tartu's sushi scene! The Japanese restaurant Taiko Sushi is located in the center of Tartu, featuring fresh ingredients, wonderful flavor combinations, and food prepared with care. Everyone will find something to their liking on the menu. In addition to sushi, the menu includes salads, soups, snacks, and desserts, as well as other Asian and European-style dishes. The goal of our dedicated team is to provide delicious, carefully-prepared food and friendly service. Taiko Sushi is open to everyone – even pets! While you wait, you can play board games or draw.

Kääriku Sports Centre is located 12 km south from Otepää. The Kääriku Sports Centre is a constantly growing and developing complex with a hotel, holiday lodges, sports facilities (gym, athletics stadium, ball game facilities, outdoor swimming pool), conference and catering centre, lakeside saunas, ski stadium and hiking and skiing tracks. The Kääriku Sports Centre has excellent facilities for conferences and seminars, effective training and sports camps and active holidays with a varied selection of services in beautiful surroundings.