With canoe or SUP-board journey to Mustjõe tavern from Stoneage to nowadays!
Discover the serene backwaters of North-Kõrvemaa and step straight into Estonia’s rural past. This 3- to 4-hour experience pairs a family-friendly canoe trip on the calm, meandering Mustjõgi with an immersive visit to the ethnographic Mustjõe Tavern Farm, just an hour from Tallinn.
Quick Facts
Why You’ll Love It
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Gentle, beginner-friendly waterway – Mustjõgi is a narrow tributary of the Jägala River, flowing through protected forests without strong currents or obstacles.
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Untouched nature of Põhja-Kõrvemaa – eskers, bog islands and over 30 small lakes surround the route, forming one of Estonia’s most visited nature reserves.
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Step back in time – Mustjõe Tavern Farm is an authentic 19th-century winter tavern offering smoke-sauna traditions, farm animals and hands-on heritage workshops.
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Low-carbon access – arrive by train to Aegviidu and pedal the last kilometers on €1 / hour shared bikes.
Itinerary
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Meet & Gear-Up – Your English-speaking guide issues stable two-person canoes, paddles, life vests and dry-bags. All safety briefings follow the easy-level standards used on Soodla & Mustjõgi tours.
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Paddle the Winding Mustjõgi – Drift beneath ancient alders and lush ferns; beaver lodges line the banks, and the only soundtrack is your paddle stroke.
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Land at Mustjõe Tavern Farm – Pull ashore at the historic jetty and start a guided “time-travel” walk through outbuildings from different centuries. Try your hand at era-appropriate chores or games before a hearty farm-style soup picnic.
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Return or Continue – Optionally cycle 6 km back to Aegviidu or add a heritage smoke sauna session.
What’s Included
- Professional canoe guide & instruction
- Canoe, paddles, CE-approved life vests, dry-bags
- Guided program at Mustjõe Tavern Farm Mustjõe Kõrtsitalu
- Picnic with warming soup
Optional Extras (pre-booking required)
| Extra | Price from | Notes |
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| Aegviidu → Start / Finish → Aegviidu bike add-on | €1 / h | Self-guided on Kõrvemaa Rattaring shared bikes |
| Traditional smoke-sauna & “Hell’s-Cauldron” plunge | €300 / 2 h | Authentic UNESCO-style sauna at the farm |
| Floating river sauna | €150 / session | Wood-fired, moored on Mustjõgi |
| Craft workshop (basket weaving, blacksmithing) | on request | Hands-on with local masters |
| Shuttle transport between start & finish | on request | For bigger groups (from 10 persons) nessesery to prebook bikes. |
Practical Info
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Skill level – Suitable for first-timers; children 2+ can ride in the centre seat with parents. Seiklus- ja matkafirma 360 KRAADI
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What to wear – Weather-appropriate outdoor layers, waterproof footwear.
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Safety gear – Extra buoyancy aids (PFD) available; wetsuits provided for cold-sensitive guests. Seiklus- ja matkafirma 360 KRAADI
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Best seasons – High water in spring adds flow; autumn colours turn the valley gold. Wikipedia
Pricing & Booking
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From €65 per participant, based on a minimum of 10 people.
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Contact Marilin for tailor-made quotes, dates and dietary requests:
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Phone: +372 510 5441
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E-mail: [email protected]
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