FAQs
All you need to know about nature tours in Lithuania
The first way. You can book tours on our website. Click on the tour you want to book and at the top/bottom you will find the "Book Now" button, click on it and choose the date to make your reservation.
The second way. You can send us an email or give us a call! We will be happy to listen to you, find the best tour for you and make the reservation!
But before you book a tour, think and remember:
• How many people will be participating in total. We usually make a group of at least 4 people for the fatbike and hiking tours, and a group of at least 6 people for the guided kayak tours. But of course, if you pay full price, you can buy the whole tour for yourself!
• You can choose any day of the week, except Monday and Tuesday, in order to book your tour.
• Please tell us your food preferences. During the hikes, lunch is cooked over a campfire for all participants. During the kayaking and fatbike tours, food is also provided. Snacks and tea are offered for tours lasting up to 6 hours, and a tasty and nutritious lunch is provided for tours lasting more than 6 hours. So we always ask our customers whether they like to eat everything (?) or whether they have any allergies to certain foods (?). It is important for us to find out such an information!
• Think about the transport you will use to get there. Your choice of transport will determine the start of your hike or tour and where you and our team will meet.
• To join the guaranteed departure tour, please follow the news on our Facebook page, sign up for the newsletter, or check our website for announcements. Then choose the date that suits you, message us and book your spot.
To reserve your spot:
1. Complete a reservation form
or
2. Email us directly
or
3. Phone us or use WhatsApp / Viber: +370 696 23096 or +370 626 41011.
What about the payment?
Payment is made after we confirm your reservation. When booking a tour for the whole group, 30% of the cost should be paid to us immediately, so that we reserve the chosen date for you. The rest must be paid before the tour starts. If the booking is made by a company or organisation, then we allow them to pay the full amount one week after the tour has already happened.
Payment Methods:
1. Bank transfer
2. PayPal (you can also pay by debit or credit card there)
3. Cash upon arrival on the day (available for short one-day tours only)
Non-cash payment must be made at least one day before the tour starts.
Preparation
We will send you an email with information about the reserved tour. We will provide the description of the tour (when and where will we meet) and a checklist of things to take with you. As the departure date approaches, we will remind you about the upcoming tour and will be happy to answer your questions.
The second way. You can send us an email or give us a call! We will be happy to listen to you, find the best tour for you and make the reservation!
But before you book a tour, think and remember:
• How many people will be participating in total. We usually make a group of at least 4 people for the fatbike and hiking tours, and a group of at least 6 people for the guided kayak tours. But of course, if you pay full price, you can buy the whole tour for yourself!
• You can choose any day of the week, except Monday and Tuesday, in order to book your tour.
• Please tell us your food preferences. During the hikes, lunch is cooked over a campfire for all participants. During the kayaking and fatbike tours, food is also provided. Snacks and tea are offered for tours lasting up to 6 hours, and a tasty and nutritious lunch is provided for tours lasting more than 6 hours. So we always ask our customers whether they like to eat everything (?) or whether they have any allergies to certain foods (?). It is important for us to find out such an information!
• Think about the transport you will use to get there. Your choice of transport will determine the start of your hike or tour and where you and our team will meet.
• To join the guaranteed departure tour, please follow the news on our Facebook page, sign up for the newsletter, or check our website for announcements. Then choose the date that suits you, message us and book your spot.
To reserve your spot:
1. Complete a reservation form
or
2. Email us directly
or
3. Phone us or use WhatsApp / Viber: +370 696 23096 or +370 626 41011.
What about the payment?
Payment is made after we confirm your reservation. When booking a tour for the whole group, 30% of the cost should be paid to us immediately, so that we reserve the chosen date for you. The rest must be paid before the tour starts. If the booking is made by a company or organisation, then we allow them to pay the full amount one week after the tour has already happened.
Payment Methods:
1. Bank transfer
2. PayPal (you can also pay by debit or credit card there)
3. Cash upon arrival on the day (available for short one-day tours only)
Non-cash payment must be made at least one day before the tour starts.
Preparation
We will send you an email with information about the reserved tour. We will provide the description of the tour (when and where will we meet) and a checklist of things to take with you. As the departure date approaches, we will remind you about the upcoming tour and will be happy to answer your questions.
Majority of our tours start in Visaginas or in nearby towns and take place in the Gražutės Regional Park, in the north-eastern part of Lithuania or in the Aukštaitija National Park. "Gražutė" is beautiful from Lithuanian, so you can be sure to see only the most gorgeous wild nature views here and Aukštaitija National Park is a symbol of national heritage, so you'll see ancient huts and ethnographic villages during your tour.
You can take part in a huge range of outdoor activities in Gražutės Regional Park and Aukštaitija National Park. From hiking and mountain biking to stand-up paddle boarding and other watersports, spending a few days in the regional park is a wonderful way to experience this spectacular part of the world, to relax and recharge your batteries. If you would like to extend your stay, please contact us to enquire about additional accommodation.
You can take part in a huge range of outdoor activities in Gražutės Regional Park and Aukštaitija National Park. From hiking and mountain biking to stand-up paddle boarding and other watersports, spending a few days in the regional park is a wonderful way to experience this spectacular part of the world, to relax and recharge your batteries. If you would like to extend your stay, please contact us to enquire about additional accommodation.
You should bring extra money with you to cover such items as drinks, snacks, additional entertainment, souvenirs, etc. The Local currency is the Euro (€). We advise you travel with cash as most restaurants and local shops will like to be paid in cash.
Lithuania is part of the European Union. Non-residents of Lithuania require a full passport to enter the country, which should be valid for six months beyond the expected length of stay. Citizens of most countries, including all E.U. member states, U.S., Canada, Australia and New Zealand do not require a visa to enter Lithuania. Please note that visa regulations are subject to change and we advise that you check your own visa requirements prior to travel.
There are currently no essential vaccination requirements for Lithuania, however it is advisable to re-check this information eight weeks before you travel. You should also ensure that your immunity to tetanus and polio is up-to-date.
Yes. Customers should take care of their travel insurance by themselves. It is also worth applying for the European Health Insurance Card which can be obtained free of charge by the citizens of EU/EEA and of Switzerland. The card holders are entitled to medical care while staying temporarily in an other EU/EEA country or in Switzerland (with same regulations and co-payments like the residents of the country). More information about the card is available here. Having this card helps a lot in the case of accident - without the card a customer has to pay all medical costs on spot.
During the summer, mosquitoes are a nuisance in the Lithuanian countryside. The number of mosquitoes varies each year, so it is hard to say how it will be when you arrive. A lot of our tours take place in pine forests close to lakes and other wetland areas, such as swamps and bogs. Therefore mosquitoes can sometimes be of an annoyance. You can protect yourself from mosquito bites by using mosquito repellent (if forgot to buy your own, your guide will have a repellent as well) and we recommend you to wear long sleeves and trousers and a hat or a scarf – these protects both from the mosquitoes and the sun.
During the summer, ticks are commonly found in the Lithuanian countryside, especially in the wooded and bushy areas of high grass and off the beaten track. Although most ticks don't carry the infection, some can transmit tick-borne illnesses such as Lyme disease or encephalitis.
It is therefore strongly advisable to wear long sleeved tops and long trousers tucked into socks to protect yourself from a direct contact with ticks. Always use a repellent containing 20%-30% DEET or 20% Picaridin on exposed skin for protection, and if possible apply a permethrin spray or solution to clothing and gear.
Following your day tour (or at the end of the day for longer tours), conduct a full-body tick check on yourself and your children, especially in the armpits, groin and behind the knees. Bathe or shower as soon as possible after coming indoors (preferably within two hours) to wash off and more easily find ticks that are crawling on you. Remove ticks promptly and correctly, using a tick remover or a pair of fine tweezers, grasping the tick head as close to the skin as possible and pulling upwards at right-angles to the skin. Then clean the bite site with antiseptic.
It is therefore strongly advisable to wear long sleeved tops and long trousers tucked into socks to protect yourself from a direct contact with ticks. Always use a repellent containing 20%-30% DEET or 20% Picaridin on exposed skin for protection, and if possible apply a permethrin spray or solution to clothing and gear.
Following your day tour (or at the end of the day for longer tours), conduct a full-body tick check on yourself and your children, especially in the armpits, groin and behind the knees. Bathe or shower as soon as possible after coming indoors (preferably within two hours) to wash off and more easily find ticks that are crawling on you. Remove ticks promptly and correctly, using a tick remover or a pair of fine tweezers, grasping the tick head as close to the skin as possible and pulling upwards at right-angles to the skin. Then clean the bite site with antiseptic.
Winter
If you are planning a winter visit, it's good idea to be prepared for some cold weather. During the activities the body activity usually generates enough heat to keep your body warm but during the breaks you'll get cold easily. Therefore it is very important to have a warm coat or a waistcoat to wear during the stops. The best way to protect oneself from the cold is to wear a number of thin layers rather than a few thick ones. The outer garment should be windproof. Special attention should be paid to the feet, fingers and face.
Here is an example what the clothing could include:
Underwear – Synthetic underwear (polypropylene, polyester), wool or silk is better than cotton. Skin-tight underwear removes moisture from the skin.
Mid-layer clothing – Eg. fleece or woollen garments. Mid-layer clothing makes it possible to adjust thermal insulation according to the weather and rate of physical activity.
Outer garment – Windproof coat and trousers (it is not necessary to be waterproof like Gore-tex)
Head – Windproof hat which protects the ears as well. Remember to protect your face too, especially if it's windy. A balaclava or a scarf may be useful.
Hands – Windproof mittens protect your fingers better than gloves. For the breaks you can have another pair of big mittens to be put over the others.
Feet – Socks made of wool mixtures are the best choice. Cotton sports socks are not good for the cold weather! Winter shoes should have thick soles and be a size larger than your summer ones. Ideal shoes have enough space also for knitted woollen socks to be put over the other socks.
Summer
For summer outdoor activity tours you should remember that the weather conditions can also be variable. Be prepared for cold weather and rain also! It is necessary to bring some kind of waterproof jacket and trousers for possible rainy days. You can wear hiking boots or jogging/training shoes, which ever you prefer, but you must remember to dry them out during the night if they get wet. Take also plenty of spare socks and underwear as washing machines are not available. It is also important to have a small rucksack for carrying lunch, camera, rain clothes, water bottle, mosquito repellent etc.
If you are planning a winter visit, it's good idea to be prepared for some cold weather. During the activities the body activity usually generates enough heat to keep your body warm but during the breaks you'll get cold easily. Therefore it is very important to have a warm coat or a waistcoat to wear during the stops. The best way to protect oneself from the cold is to wear a number of thin layers rather than a few thick ones. The outer garment should be windproof. Special attention should be paid to the feet, fingers and face.
Here is an example what the clothing could include:
Underwear – Synthetic underwear (polypropylene, polyester), wool or silk is better than cotton. Skin-tight underwear removes moisture from the skin.
Mid-layer clothing – Eg. fleece or woollen garments. Mid-layer clothing makes it possible to adjust thermal insulation according to the weather and rate of physical activity.
Outer garment – Windproof coat and trousers (it is not necessary to be waterproof like Gore-tex)
Head – Windproof hat which protects the ears as well. Remember to protect your face too, especially if it's windy. A balaclava or a scarf may be useful.
Hands – Windproof mittens protect your fingers better than gloves. For the breaks you can have another pair of big mittens to be put over the others.
Feet – Socks made of wool mixtures are the best choice. Cotton sports socks are not good for the cold weather! Winter shoes should have thick soles and be a size larger than your summer ones. Ideal shoes have enough space also for knitted woollen socks to be put over the other socks.
Summer
For summer outdoor activity tours you should remember that the weather conditions can also be variable. Be prepared for cold weather and rain also! It is necessary to bring some kind of waterproof jacket and trousers for possible rainy days. You can wear hiking boots or jogging/training shoes, which ever you prefer, but you must remember to dry them out during the night if they get wet. Take also plenty of spare socks and underwear as washing machines are not available. It is also important to have a small rucksack for carrying lunch, camera, rain clothes, water bottle, mosquito repellent etc.
The tours are suitable for children from the age of 3! You should not leave your children at home, it is much more fun to take them with you into nature - it is a great adventure for them too.
We have a special child seat for kayaks, which is placed between the two main seating positions. The additional seat is suitable up to 5 years of age. We also take vests on kayaking trips, because it's important to protect your most precious possession - your children.
We usually take children from the age of 5 years (the average hike is up to 10 km).
A child can ride a fatbike independently if he/she is 150 cm tall. But now, fatbike tours are also suitable for children from 2-5 years old! The portable child seat and small handlebars are attached to the front of the bike frame, so your child travels with you and you can keep an eye on his/her mood and see his/her reactions!
3 to 5 years - free of charge.
From 6 to 16 years - 15% discount.
1.5 h fatbike ride for a child up to 5 years old - 5€.
More than 1.5 h fatbike ride for a child up to 5 years old - 15€.
We have a special child seat for kayaks, which is placed between the two main seating positions. The additional seat is suitable up to 5 years of age. We also take vests on kayaking trips, because it's important to protect your most precious possession - your children.
We usually take children from the age of 5 years (the average hike is up to 10 km).
A child can ride a fatbike independently if he/she is 150 cm tall. But now, fatbike tours are also suitable for children from 2-5 years old! The portable child seat and small handlebars are attached to the front of the bike frame, so your child travels with you and you can keep an eye on his/her mood and see his/her reactions!
3 to 5 years - free of charge.
From 6 to 16 years - 15% discount.
1.5 h fatbike ride for a child up to 5 years old - 5€.
More than 1.5 h fatbike ride for a child up to 5 years old - 15€.
We speak 3 languages effortlessly: lithuanian, russian and english! Our company employs people from different nationalities, so it's a multicultural environment. Many of us have lived in different European countries, some of us graduated there and others graduated here in Lithuania. We have travelled extensively, so we also speak a few other languages, such as Polish or Spanish. So we are ready to welcome everyone and we are open to anyone and any questions or suggestions!
Rain is not a serious reason to give up a tour, sometimes it means more adventures are ahead! We know from our experience that weather forecasts in Lithuania are highly variable and rarely coincide. Sometimes people get very scared that rain is promised on the day of the tour, so they cancel it. But when the day dawns, all the heavy rain clouds pass, the sun comes out and the weather is so pleasant! But the tour is already cancelled... It would be a shame, would not it?
It is absolutely pointless to look a week ahead at the weather forecasts and start worrying. The truth is that there is no such thing as bad weather in nature, raincoats and waterproof jackets were invented a long time ago, and the sun has not been hidden away, as it often appears unexpectedly in the sky.
Of course, if a terrible storm is promised and is close to happening, we will not risk your and ours health.
It is absolutely pointless to look a week ahead at the weather forecasts and start worrying. The truth is that there is no such thing as bad weather in nature, raincoats and waterproof jackets were invented a long time ago, and the sun has not been hidden away, as it often appears unexpectedly in the sky.
Of course, if a terrible storm is promised and is close to happening, we will not risk your and ours health.