Extreme adventures and outdoor activities in Latvia: 10 places worth visiting

Hang glider flight

A flight on a hang glider is a unique opportunity to enjoy magnificent bird’s-eye views of Riga under the guidance of an instructor. The adventure starts from water.

At the end of the flight, to commemorate the event, you will receive photos and videos made by a Go-Pro camera. For your comfort and safety, wear a long-sleeved jacket, trousers, and closed shoes.

Be sure to consult your family doctor about possible contraindications. Active leisure fans between the ages of 14 and 18 can fly only in the presence of their parents.

Aviastars

Zipline

Zipline is an exciting adventure that combines speed and adrenaline. You float over the abyss, fastened to the ropes with special equipment. The feeling of freedom, speed and wind in the face create an unforgettable experience.

“Zērglis” is the only zipline attraction to date that runs down cable lines. Admire the beauty of the Gauja Valley from a 55-meter height and experience the exciting emotions of flying at a speed of 60 km/h. There will be enough adrenaline for everyone!

We recommend that you wear comfortable, free clothes. Children aged 7 and over 30 kg can fly independently. If your child is younger or lighter — there is a “Fly with a child” option.

Zērglis

Flyboarding

Flyboarding is an exciting extreme sport that allows you to soar 12 meters above the water. Fly like Superman, swim like a dolphin, and emerge from the water faster than a rocket. The flyboard is easy and safe to use if you follow the safety precautions. If you’re worried about the difficulty then don’t: you can find balance in a couple of minutes.

ATV ride

Off-road, speed, excitement and endless expanses of nature — this is the real extreme of a quadrocycle ride. Before the trip you will be briefed and receive the necessary equipment: helmet, gloves, shoes and a suit.

You can conquer the four legged horse starting the age of 16 but unless you’re over 18 – permission from parents will be necessary.

KMH

Obstacle park

Tarzan Park in Sigulda has 9 tracks and more than 100 different obstacles at an altitude of up to 20 meters. There are different levels of difficulty of the tracks, so it will be interesting for both adults and children. Prepare for a serious test — you will have to sweat a lot to pass all the obstacles.

The park is located on the slopes of the Gauja Valley. Therefore each visitor receives an incredible gift — mesmerizing landscapes.

Be sure to bring comfortable clothes and shoes. Tarzan is open from May 1 to October 20.

Tarzan

Climbing class with an instructor

In the heart of Pardaugawa there is a cosy and comfortable park, and in this park there is a climbing tower Gandrs. The wall is 12 meters high with three different surfaces offering routes of varying complexity, and there are instructor services.

Tricycle racing

Tricycles allow you to enjoy controlled lateral sliding without prior experience or special training. Wolftrike drift track is an ideal place to get positive emotions after a busy working day. You can also gather the whole family and enjoy a day off. Young riders taller than 125 cm are allowed.

Up to 10 people can compete on 3000 square meters of indoor track simultaneously. No need to take any special clothes — everyone will get them on the spot.

WOLFTRIKE

Cable wakeboarding

Wakeboarding is an incredibly exciting sport, where the adrenaline of water ski slalom, stunning acrobatics and impressive jumps come together. It looks like a mixture of speed snowboarding, skateboarding and endless surfing.

Cable Wake park Rīga is a modern structure built using the latest technologies. One of the features of the park is a 6 meters high earth moat surrounding the entire water area. Thanks to this “wall”, the atmosphere is always cozy and protected from the wind.

Horse & Pony Riding

Horseback riding is the best vacation for those who are enthusiastic about animals. Fabulous horseback riding through the fields and picturesque forest will completely immerse you in the world of flora and fauna and fill you with the spirit of freedom.

At the same place there is a mini-zoo. You can see and feed raccoons, nutria, groundhogs, rabbits, ponies, horses, sheep and goats.

Be sure to prepare comfortable clothing and sneakers (or high boots). You can ride a pony from the age of 7.

Dārziņi Horse Yard

Remember to bring your swimsuit/trunks and towel. The season of active water recreation lasts from May 1 to October 1. You can become a windsurfer from the age of 5 with the written permission of your parents.

Richard windsurfing club

Gymnastics on trampolines

The area of the Jump Space Park is 1,600 square meters. In addition to trampolines, there is a climbing wall and pools filled with foam.

Be sure to dress your child in comfortable clothes: a T-shirt and shorts or sweatpants.

Children under the age of 8 should be supervised by an adult. And children under 5 can only go on trampolines together with an adult.

Jump Space