Jägala Waterfall and Bog Walk | Day Trips From Tallinn

Year-round

Dates

4-5h

Duration

Min group size

Jägala Waterfall and Bog Walk from Tallinn

Escape busy Tallinn in the morning and head to the peaceful Estonian countryside.
Take a half-day trip to Jägala Waterfall, just a 30-minute drive from the city.
Enjoy an Estonian bog – a wetland rich in unique flora and fauna.
Hike around the bog pools and admire the wildlife.
Get to visit the widest natural waterfall in Estonia and the most iconic nature in one go.

Start your day with a 30-minute drive from Tallinn to Jägala Waterfall – the largest natural waterfall in Estonia. Feel the refreshing spray of water as it cascades over the limestone cliff, and capture stunning photos of this iconic site. If it’s cold enough, in winter, the waterfall transforms into a frozen wonderland of sparkling ice formations.

Afterwards, head deeper into nature for a peaceful bog walk. Follow the wooden boardwalk through Estonia’s most characteristic landscape – a quiet, untouched wetland filled with moss, small lakes, and pine trees. With every step, experience the unique soundscape and pure air of the bog.

This tour is perfect for those who love photography, nature, and peaceful outdoor experiences close to Tallinn.

Optionally add bog shoes for a fun off-track experience in the bog that lets you explore beyond the trail, especially in wetter seasons.

PRICE INCLUDES: Personal pick-up and return, guide service, transport.

PICK UP PLACE AND TIME: Tallinn Cruise Harbour or Tallinn Tourist Information Centre.

LANGUAGES: English, Spanish

Pick up from the Cruise Ship Terminal or the Tallinn Tallinn Tourist Information Centre

Whether you visit Tallinn by a cruise ship or staying here for longer, your tour guide will pick you up from a place most convenient for you. Get yourself ready and start your half-day tour without any hassle.

Visit Jägala Waterfall – Estonia’s largest natural waterfall

Begin your journey with a scenic drive to Jägala Waterfall, located about 30 minutes east of Tallinn. Enjoy the beauty of the limestone cliffs and the powerful water flow that turns into an impressive frozen cascade in winter. This stop offers some of the best photo opportunities in North Estonia.

Continue to the bog landscape

After visiting the waterfall, your guide will take you deeper into Estonia’s wild nature to discover one of its most iconic landscapes – the bog. On the way, learn about how these mysterious wetlands formed thousands of years ago and why they are so important for Estonia’s ecosystem.

Enjoy a peaceful bog walk

Follow the wooden boardwalk through the soft moss, pine forests, and mirror-like bog pools. The trail is flat and suitable for all fitness levels. Your guide will share stories about the unique flora and fauna, from carnivorous plants to rare orchids.

Return to Tallinn

After a refreshing day in nature, enjoy a comfortable drive back to Tallinn. You can be dropped off at your hotel or the cruise harbor – full of fresh air and new memories from Estonia’s beautiful outdoors.

Optional tips to enhance your experience:

Add bog shoes (we call them snow shoes during the winter) for an even more authentic off-track experience, especially during wetter seasons.
Add picnic to Jägala waterfall
Combine the experience with a relaxing sauna visit – check out our Bogs and Sauna Tour
Discover even more of Estonia’s unspoilt nature on a Lahemaa National Park Day Trip
Visit Tallinn Old Town on another day to explore the historical side of Estonia

Jägala Waterfall and Bog Walk from Tallinn

For families with children, we usually offer a discounted price. Please ask for more information.

The price is based on the number of people in your group. The tour is not private by default. Please mention in the booking request if you wish to have a private tour.