August 2026
01.08.2026
Spots still available
1
day
40€
adventure price
40€
adventure price
Difficulty (Medium)
Deposit: 30 €
An adventure where we'll paddle not just between shores, but between countries on the Mēmele River from Skaistkalne to Mēmeles village. It's about 16 kilometers and 4-5 hours, where the sense of time disappears along with the mobile signal. At the start of our adventure, Mēmele is the border river between Latvia and Lithuania, where one paddle is in Lithuania, the other in Latvia, because at times it seems even the river hasn't decided which country it wants to be in. Along the way, peaceful bends, green banks, silence that doesn't buzz like a hairdryer, and that moment when you realize this day is truly yours. Canoeing that requires no experience, just a desire to be in nature and let your mind slip into a well-deserved holiday mode.
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.
Mēmele before Skaistkalne
See you at 11:00 at the meeting point Mēmele before Skaistkalne (Google map / Waze). Here we’ll organize part of the group’s car logistics to the finish. Once logistics are "DONE", we pair up in boats — those who came in pairs go together, and for those adventuring solo, we’ll find awesome boat buddies and the Adventure begins. Ready to enjoy the paddling Adventure. New friends get to know each other, old friends spend time together, and for all of us, picnic breaks, chatter, an amazing Adventure, and the river await. After about ~16km and a few hours of leisurely paddling, we reach the finish. The finish time is unpredictable, and we’ll finish when we finish, but we’re aiming for around 16:00.
When do we meet? We meet at 11:00. It’s best to arrive at least 10-15 minutes early, better to be 10 minutes early than 1 minute late.
Paddling or meeting point: Mēmele before Skaistkalne (Google map / Waze)
How to get there? By private transport or with another group member (1-2 days before the event, there will be a WhatsApp group where you can arrange it). It's also possible to go there and back with organizer transport for an additional fee of 10 euros (VERY limited spots, departure from Riga center - Origo)
How long is the distance? We plan to leisurely cover ~16km.
When will we finish? We’ll finish when we finish, as it all depends on our own pace, but the planned finish time is until 16:00.
The plan is just a rough outline and there might be changes, but overall it will be as described above.
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.
1 / 9The leader of this Adventure group and your fellow Adventure creator, Raimonds, will be joining you. This means you'll have a hand to hold when climbing a mountain, a shoulder to lean on before a scarier activity, or a buddy to hit up local parties with. Those who've been on an Adventure with him before know you'll go where you probably shouldn't go, do what you probably shouldn't do, and it'll be great - it'll be ADVENTURES.
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.
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.
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.
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 😉
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 :)
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.
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.
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.
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.
After signing up, note and reserve these dates for yourself, and slowly start preparing. A few days before the Adventure start date, usually at the beginning of that week, but no later than 4-5 days before, you'll receive an informational email with the meeting time and other important "what / where / when" info regarding the Adventure.
There's no physical contract signing. When signing up for an Adventure, after filling out the application form and before making the payment, you can check out the Adventure contract and save it if needed. Paying the advance invoice confirms this particular Adventure contract.
No, it's not possible, because we VERY often find ourselves on adventures outside of Latvia (check the Adventure list on our website). Occasionally, between Adventures, you can catch us in Cēsis.
We don't discriminate against people, and it's each person's responsibility to get vaccinated or not, so everyone must take responsibility for themselves. Of course, everything will be done legally. Also, keep in mind that you need to assess how you feel, and you can't participate in this activity if you show virus symptoms.
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.
• Deposit payment 30EUR (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.
• Minimum recommended Participant age 8 years.
• No maximum age limit for participants.
The entry fee for this fantastic Adventure is 40 EUR. As the event date approaches, the price might go up and the number of spots is VERY limited, so don't wait until the last minute to sign up 😉
* 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.
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