A summer rafting trip on the Võhandu River

In the heart of the town of Elva, located in Tartu County, lies the scenic Arbi Lake, offering visual beauty with its rich vegetation, illuminated nature trails, and surrounding pine forest, as well as plenty of activities for every visitor. The 1.2 km-long circular gravel path by the lake starts at the beach and is ideal for walking, running, and cycling. The promenade offers various leisure opportunities – here you can relax, enjoy the quiet and beautiful views, or taste currants picked directly from the bush. Near the lake is the Elva Cultural Center, where you can visit free exhibitions and learn about local life. Hansen Avenue, which intersects with the nature trail and offers excellent views of the lake, is a popular spot for walkers and has served as a romantic setting for several weddings. Along the nature trail, there are 10 information boards and stands that offer a comprehensive overview of life around Arbi Lake and its shores, revealing the long-term connection between humans and the lake.

Otepää St Mary's Lutheran Church is one of the 21 places in Southern Estonia worth discovering, all those interested in culture and history should definitely pay a visit. Otepää St Mary's Lutheran Church is historically connected to the national flag of Estonia. The blue, black and white flag of the Estonian Student Union, which later became the national flag and in 1991 the official flag of the state of Estonia, was consecrated in the rectory of the church on 4 June, 1884. The church has a neo-gothic altarpiece "Christ on the Cross" which dates from 1880, and a Kessler organ from 1853. In summer, the doors of the church are open to everyone.

The monument to Oskar Luts was erected in 1987. The authors of the monument were A. Rimm and A. Murdmaa.Oskar Luts (1887–1953) was an Estonian writer. His best known and loved novel is Kevade (Spring), a lyrical and humorous tale based on school memories. He has also written plays, children’s stories, memoirs, and feuilletons. The writer's house museum is located at 38 Riia Street in Tartu. There, he lived for the last 17 years of his life. Oskar Luts was buried in the St Paul’s Cemetery in Tartu.

Would you like to listen to the sounds of the forest or hear your own thoughts better in silence? Then come to Võru County to a fir forest by the RMK Pähni Nature Centre where you'll find forest megaphones – three gigantic wooden megaphones with a diameter of three metres, each named Ruup.Ruup invites you to read forest sounds and offers hikers a possibility to rest their feet and their minds. Here, you can sit, sleep, think and listen. You can select between a small and a large view, depending on which direction you look in the Ruup. Ruup is an open library with only one book – the nature.

Spend a night in a fairy tale castle! Four rooms with accommodation for up to eight people await on the second floor of Alatskivi Castle. Each room has a WC and bathroom. In the Tower Room, the most luxurious room of them all, the bed has been placed in a niche in the corner tower. Two of the rooms, the Chambermaid Room and Governess Room, can be combined into one family room.Prices include breakfast in the Castle restaurant.

Good-natured confectionery makers since 1989!We sell delicious and beyond delicious gateaux, cakes, deli products and warm pastries of Pihlaka.Everyone is welcome!

Rent a boat from Jõesuu Tourist Farm and discover the charms of Võrtsjärv and Emajõgi from the water! If you value nature, lake views, and active holidays, then Jõesuu boat rental is just for you! We offer a variety of boats suitable for both enjoying nature and adventurous trips. The choice includes smaller boats for independent driving and fishing, as well as larger ones with a captain, ideal for birthday parties, social outings, or just spending time on the water. Come and find the right boat for your group and discover Võrtsjärv and Emajõgi from a completely new angle!

Welcome to Villa Silence – a place where time slows down, and you can truly relax. Villa Silence awaits you in a place where everyday noise is left far behind. Situated amid South Estonian nature, this private villa offers peace and the opportunity to enjoy the passing of time at your own pace. Here, you wake up to birdsong and fresh forest air, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Here, you can restore balance to your body and mind and enjoy a peaceful, luxurious retreat. The villa's spacious, elegant rooms offer privacy and comfort. The house features two suites and five standard rooms, relaxation areas, a gym, a cinema room, a fully equipped kitchen, a massage room, and two saunas. You can start your day with morning coffee on the terrace, continue with a walk in nature, or unwind with an evening sauna. For those enjoying a more active holiday, there are tennis and padel courts on the premises. Allow yourself to take a moment to pause and experience luxurious peace amidst South Estonian nature – Villa Silence awaits.