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Night Adventure with Illuminated Canoes
Gauja - Daugava
Through Gauja Canal via Baltezers to Daugava
  • June 2026

    27.06 - 28.06.2026

    At least 6 places

  • 2

    days

  • 35€

    adventure price

  • 35€

    adventure price

  • Difficulty (Medium)

  • Book now

    Deposit: 35 €

  • Night Canoeing: Gauja - Daugava
  • 2

    days

  • 35€

  • Difficulty (Medium)

  • Book now

    Deposit: 35 €

    • Night Canoeing: Gauja - Daugava
  • 2

    days

  • 35€

    adventure price

  • Difficulty (Medium)

  • Book now

    Deposit: 35 €

What is this?

We'll set off on a night ride from sunset to sunrise with illuminated boats along the Gauja canal to the Daugava. Yes, you can reach the Daugava from the Gauja via a specially built and recently renovated canal. Our route will start in Gauja, from where we'll enter the Gauja-Daugava canal, then through Baltezers, Jugla canal, and Ķīšezers to reach the Daugava. A unique route we'll begin with the last rays of the sun, to paddle under the cover of night and peace. The boats will be lit up like Christmas trees, the water calm, and some will finally understand what relaxation and carefree feel like. Along the way, there will be trees, mist, silence, and that strange moment when you realize you're in a boat at 3 AM somewhere between Berģi, but it all seems perfectly logical. After all, this is an Adventure.

After the night paddling and around sunrise, we'll finish in Vecmīlgrāvis. After the impressive night, the mind is a bit in space because it was epic.

No one to go with? Often you want to head out for some active fun, but there's no one to join you—friends have other plans, family is busy, and your partner isn't really into it. So feel free to join solo. In our Adventures, you won't feel alone because everyone's on the same path, giving you the chance to have a great time not only in nature but also meeting new people.

4 reasons to join:

  1. Night kayaking
  2. Lit-up boats
  3. Sunset and sunrise
  4. Unusual and unique Adventure

Start of Gauja CanalVecmīlgrāvis

What is the approximate plan?

  • Let's meet at 22:00 at Start of Gauja Canal (Google map / Waze). Try to arrive at least 10-15 minutes early, better to be 10 minutes early than 1 minute late. Here we organize part of the group's car logistics to the finish. Once logistics are "DONE", sunset greeted and sun seen off, we're ready to start the night kayaking Adventure in illuminated kayaks, so we pair up in kayaks — those who came in pairs stick together, and for those adventuring solo, we find awesome kayak buddies. The group leader also gives a short but valuable briefing on kayaking and water safety, and we can enjoy the kayaking Adventure. New friends to meet, old friends to hang out with, and an energy-filled night on the water for all of us. After about ~23km and around sunrise, we finish. The finish time is unpredictable, and we'll finish when we finish, but we aim for around 06:00. The Adventure concludes, and everyone heads home.

    What time do we meet? We meet at 22:00. Try to arrive at least 10-15 minutes early, better to be 10 minutes early than 1 minute late.
    Our starting or meeting point: Start of Gauja Canal (Google map / Waze)
    How to get there? Ar privāto transportu vai kādu citu grupas biedru (1-2 dienas pirms pasākuma būs whatsapp grupiņa, kurā varēs sarunāt). Ir iespējams doties arī turp un atpakaļ ar organizatoru transportu par papildus maksu 10eur apmērā (vietu skaits ĻOTI ierobežots, izbraukšana Rīgas centrs - Origo)
    How long is the distance? We're planning to cover about ~23km slowly and leisurely.
    When will we finish? We'll finish when we finish, as it all depends on our leisurely pace, but the planned finish time is by 06:00.
    What to bring along? Mugurā jāvelk laikapstākļiem atbilstošs apģērbs. Labāk uzvilkt kādu lieku jaku un pēc tam to novilkt, nekā salt. It īpaši šķērsojot atklātāku ūdeni var uznākt kāda vēja brāzma un, tad vairs nav patīkami. Apģērbam jābūt ērtam, jo notiek diezgan aktīva kustēšanās jeb airēšana. Saslapināšanās iespēja ir ļoti minimāla un varu garantēt pa 99%, ka paliksiet sausi, ja vien paši kaut ko nesadarīsiet. Vienīgi no airiem uz kājām mēdz pilēt nedaudz ūdens, tāpēc aukstākā laikā noderēs ūdensizturīgas bikses.

  • The plan is just a rough outline and there might be changes, but overall it will be as described above.

How does the Adventure with boats happen?

The adventure takes place with boats, meaning it's a boating adventure where we paddle along a cool route. Our boats are designed for 2 people, so they're two-seaters. If you're going solo, you'll be paired up with another participant, giving you not just a cool adventure but possibly a new friend. Some boats can accommodate a third person, but if you need this, you must contact us BEFORE signing up for the adventure, as these spots are VERY limited.

We carry all the gear needed for the adventure ourselves with the boats, and there's plenty of space in them. Of course, there's only enough space if the amount is within reason, not if you've packed a toaster, hairdryer, washing machine, and grandma's hope chest. In that case, you'll have to think about what you'll leave on the shore.

Before the Adventure, we meet at the pre-arranged spot and organize car shuttling to the end, where they wait for us when we finish the Adventure. You can totally go on this Adventure solo or with one of your group buddies. You can find more info about the logistics in the "Frequently Asked Questions" section of this Adventure.

Who will be the group leader?

The leader of this Adventure group and your companion will be Adventure Maker Raimonds. This means you'll have a hand to hold while climbing a mountain, a shoulder to lean on before a daring thrill, or a buddy to hit up local parties with. Those who've been on an Adventure with him know you'll head where you probably shouldn't, do things you probably shouldn't do, and it'll be awesome - it'll be ADVENTURES.

What else should I know?

If you're inclined to whine and be grumpy about little things, then this won't be the right Adventure, as it spoils both the group's microclimate and the mood of other group members. That's why we want to see positive adventurers on our Adventures. The group leader won't "babysit" the picky folks but will simply ignore them to focus on those who want to enjoy the Adventure. The group is small, which usually turns into a very friendly company, so it's not the right place for those who want to "pick fights."

We also recommend checking out the frequently asked questions.

Frequently asked questions:

  • 1. What do I need to bring?

    CLOTHING - You'll definitely need weather-appropriate and event-appropriate clothing. Dressing for the weather means checking the forecast the day before the event and preparing your outfit accordingly. If it's raining, wear something rainproof, and if the sun's shining, dress so you're not too hot or cold, etc. Make sure you're comfortable. Also, remember a change of clothes, as this Adventure is on the water and you might get wet. In short, your clothing list might look like this: clothes for water activities, like a swimsuit in warm weather, long pants (ideally waterproof overpants) in cold weather, a sweater/jacket, suitable footwear, and a towel will be handy. Then clothes for when the wind picks up and spare clothes for after the event (in case of an unexpected swim). And it's important to be prepared for rain with a rain jacket, because you never know.
    ADDITIONAL ITEMS - insect repellent (if it's "mosquito season"), sunscreen (if sunny weather is expected), a thermos with a drink (if not included in the Adventure), snacks (if not included in the Adventure), etc.

  • 2. How do we get to the Adventure and back?

    Getting to the Adventure start is with your own private transport. If you don't have your own private transport, it's possible to team up and go with other participants of this event. Before the Adventure, we'll try to organize and help so those who drive with their own transport can pick up those who don't, as this way it's possible to share fuel costs (win-win). If this option doesn't suit you, it's possible to go by public transport.

  • 3. Can I go alone?

    You can definitely join by yourself. On the contrary, many people go solo and in that case, you'll have the chance to meet new friends or maybe even find your other half 😉

  • 4. Can beginners join the activity?

    The Canoeing Adventure is meant for everyone - both those who paddle from morning till night and those who've never done it before. We'll show you everything, explain it, and teach you. Plus, along with the gear, we've provided a life jacket for everyone to make sure everything's smooth sailing in this Adventure :)

  • 5. Are there any height and weight restrictions?

    Our boats have limited buoyancy, so the weight limit for individuals is 100kg. There are no height restrictions, at least we haven't noticed it being important.

  • 6. Will the Adventure take place in unsuitable weather conditions?

    We care about the quality and safety of this Adventure, so it will only happen in weather conditions suitable for this Adventure. Whether the weather is suitable is determined by the Adventure group leader, not any of the participants or their friends. In case of cancellation, we will inform you no later than 12 hours in advance (before the start of the Adventure). If canceled, you can reschedule your participation to another preferred date for this Adventure or even an Adventure with equivalent costs, but only if we cancel the event, not if a participant decides to cancel it themselves.

  • 7. How to sign up for an Adventure?

    You can sign up for the trip on our website by clicking the "SIGN UP" button and filling out the application form located under the Adventure description. Since there are many interested, but not all are actual travelers, an advance payment is required to confirm participation in the Adventure. The amount of the advance payment depends on the specific Adventure. By paying this advance, your spot in the Adventure is confirmed. If you cancel your participation in the Adventure, the advance payment is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to confirm participation in another trip.

  • 8. How long can I think about it if I want to sign up?

    You can think about it as long as there are spots available. After that, you can keep thinking, but there won't be any spots left on the trip.

  • 9. Is there anything else important?

    The trip's vibe and awesomeness largely depend on the travelers themselves, so if you like to stir up trouble or "mess with the minds" of the organizers and other trip participants, then this trip isn't for you. We've had a couple of grumpy ladies before who annoyed everyone, so if you can't control your mood – DON'T COME! The group leader is ALWAYS right (even if they're not), so if you've decided to join, you'll have to listen to them.

Payment terms:

• Deposit payment 35EUR (per person) to reserve your spot upon booking.

Since we receive A LOT of applications but not all turn into actual bookings, your spot is only confirmed and reserved after the deposit is paid.

Age restrictions:

• Minimum recommended Participant age 10 years.

• No maximum age limit for participants.

How much does it cost?

If you sign up now, you'll have the chance to join this fantastic Adventure for a fee of 35 EUR. Later, the Adventure fee will increase and you won't be able to negotiate for a cheaper price. The price includes everything described below. The number of spots on the trip is VERY limited, so don't put off signing up until the last minute 😉

Included in the adventure price:

  • Kayaking Adventure with Illuminated Boats
  • Spot in a two-person kayak or kayak rental
  • Life jacket and paddle
  • Canoeing briefing and technical support during the Adventure
  • Adventure stories and jokes from the group leader
  • Planning and Designing a Canoeing Adventure

ADDITIONAL COSTS:

  • Transport to/from the event

* And in addition, the Adventure includes those things that money can't buy – awesome emotions, great company, new friends, a daily dose of laughter, and perfectly spent time.