White Nights Bog Adventure – Midsummer Night Experience

Midsummer Night from Sunset to Sunrise

Have you ever spent a Midsummer night deep in a northern bog, walking through forests and wetlands from sunset until sunrise?

Join us for a magical overnight nature experience in North Kõrvemaa Nature Reserve, where Estonia’s famous White Nights create an unforgettable atmosphere. During this special night we move slowly through forests and bog landscapes, celebrate northern solstice traditions and experience the wilderness in its quietest and most mysterious moment.

The adventure begins in the evening at Uuejärve Matkapesa, where we prepare for the hike and enjoy a light welcome snack before heading into the wilderness.

Our journey takes us along forest trails and across ancient bog landscapes, where we witness the golden sunset over the bog, learn about the unique ecosystem of wetlands and hear stories about Estonian Midsummer traditions.

Throughout the hike we discover the secrets of the northern wilderness – learning about bog plants, edible wild herbs, animal tracks and the sounds of the forest at night.

Later in the evening we gather around a campfire dinner in the forest, preparing simple and delicious food together while the light slowly softens into the northern summer night.

Around midnight we continue deeper into the bog for a night hike and refreshing swim in a bog lake, one of the most authentic wild experiences Estonia has to offer.

The night continues with a peaceful rest in hammocks under the White Night sky, listening to the sounds of nature.

In the early morning we wake up to the soft light of the White Night sunrise, prepare breakfast on the campfire and share a quiet moment in the bog before returning back to civilisation.

This experience combines nature, tradition, adventure and slow travel, creating a truly memorable northern wilderness night.

🥾 Tour Details

Location: North Kõrvemaa Nature Reserve, Estonia
Season: 1 June – 15 July (White Nights season in Estonia)
Distance: approx. 5–10 km, depending on the group
Group size: minimum 2 – maximum 12 participants
Price: 175 € per participant

✔ Included

• guided sunset to sunrise nature experience
• transfer from Aegviidu railway station
• bog shoes for wetland terrain
• campfire dinner and breakfast
• midnight bog swimming experience
• overnight stay in hammocks in nature
• introduction to bog plants, edible wild herbs, wildlife and forest sounds

🚐 Transport

✔ Transfer from Aegviidu railway station is included in the price.
✔ Optional transfer from Tallinn is available for an additional fee.

Aegviidu is easily reachable from Tallinn by train (approx. 50 minutes).

🏡 Optional Experiences

Guests can extend their nature experience with additional services at Uuejärve Matkapesa.

🔥 Traditional Farm Sauna

After returning from the hike, guests can relax in a traditional Estonian wood-heated farm sauna, a perfect way to recover after a night in nature.

🛏 Accommodation at Uuejärve Matkapesa

Guests can stay in our cosy countryside guesthouse:

This allows visitors to enjoy the peaceful forest surroundings and fully immerse themselves in the rhythm of nature.

🏕 Optional Equipment Rental

📧 Registration

To join the experience, please register by email: [email protected] 

After registration you will receive detailed instructions about:

• meeting location
• clothing and equipment
• practical information for the hike.

🌲 White Nights Bog Adventure offers a rare chance to experience Estonia’s wilderness during the most magical nights of the northern summer.

Responsible organizer is Marilin Pehka.

🕒 Programme

17:00 – Arrival at Uuejärve Matkapesa

Guests arrive, meet the guide and prepare for the adventure.
Light welcome snack and introduction to the evening and night ahead.

18:00 – Preparation for the hike

Equipment check, safety briefing and packing the gear.

19:00 – Start of the hike

Transfer to the starting point and begin a scenic 2-hour hike through forest landscapes.

21:00 – Campfire dinner in the forest

We stop at a beautiful wilderness camp where we prepare a simple Nordic campfire dinner together.

23:00 – Night hike in the bog

We continue deeper into the bog landscape and experience the magic of the White Night wilderness.

00:00 – Midnight bog swim

A refreshing and unforgettable wild swim in a bog lake.

01:00 – Hammock rest under the White Night sky

Guests settle into hammocks with mosquito nets and enjoy the quiet northern summer night.

07:00 – Campfire breakfast

We wake up slowly and prepare breakfast on the campfire.

09:00 – Return from nature

We hike back and transfer from the forest back to Uuejärve Matkapesa.