ACCOMMODATION

On this trip we spend three nights in northern Estonia and four nights in Southern Estonia. All transportation is included.

SOLE USE

Twin or double share rooms are allocated as standard. If you wish to have your own private room / cabin for the duration of the trip, a £190 supplement applies.

3 nights at Villa Pillapalu

Villa Pillapalu (newly open June 2026) is located 50km from Tallinn, among beautiful Estonian forests and lakes.  This is a stunning base from which to start our Estonian adventures.

3 nights at the REMOTENOW boutique lodges

For the latter part of the week, we travel south to stay at RemoteNow. RemoteNow's eight cone-shaped cabins are located in the forests of Southern Estonia, near a lake, and are arranged to provide a pristine nature experience. Each cabin sits on a 2-3-meter layer of peat, creating a unique "floating" experience, and the cabins are connected by picturesque boardwalks.

DAY ONE – Arrival in Estonia & Forest Saunas

Our journey begins in Tallinn, where we head into the Estonian countryside for our first three nights at Villa Pillapalu Hotel (opening June 2026). Set deep in nature, this peaceful retreat is the perfect introduction to Estonia’s wild, calming landscapes.

In the afternoon, we ease into the week with a guided sauna experience at Villa Pillapalu’s 'BogSpa' -a deeply grounding introduction to Estonia’s rich sauna culture. As evening falls, we gather for a relaxed dinner together, to get to know each pother and discuss the week ahead.

DAY TWO – Bog Shoes, Forest Lakes & Iglu Saunas

After breakfast, we head out for a memorable bog-shoe hike, exploring Estonia’s peatlands and forest landscapes. Along the way, we enjoy wild swims in forest lakes, with time to float, soak and connect with this unique environment.

Later, we stop at the Kõrvemaa Hiking Centre for a warming lunch before spending the afternoon at the Kõrvemaa Iglu Sauna. Here, we enjoy two hours of sauna and swimming, alternating heat and cold in one of Estonia’s most atmospheric sauna settings.

DAY THREE – Waterfalls, Coastlines & the Baltic Sea

Following breakfast, we travel to Lahemaa National Park for a scenic hike to Jägala Waterfall, Estonia’s widest waterfall, where we have the opportunity to swim beneath the cascading water. Lunch is taken locally before we continue to the coast for a coastal walking hike and wild swimming in the Baltic Sea.

In the evening, we enjoy dinner together, followed by a private sauna session - a wonderful opportunity to relax and reflect after a full day of exploration.

DAY FOUR – Journey South & Arrival at RemoteNow

After breakfast, we travel south (approximately 1 hour 40 minutes) to South Estonia, breaking the journey with a lunch stop and swim at Lake Saadjärv.

In the afternoon, we arrive at RemoteNow, a collection of beautiful boutique nature lodges set in a remote landscape of forests and lakes. We’re welcomed with drinks and snacks, and hear the inspiring story of how the hosts transformed an abandoned farm into a place of deep connection with nature.

The afternoon is spent swimming and sauna-ing at RemoteNow, followed by a dinner made from local forest produce. We settle into our boutique lodges for the night.

DAY FIVE – White Nights & Midnight Swimming

We begin the day with an early morning swim in the lake, an invigorating and peaceful way to start the day, followed by breakfast.

Today we explore two contrasting lakes - one dark and peaty, the other crystal clear, experiencing the striking diversity of Estonia’s waters. After lunch at Ilmaveere Restaurant, we visit Setomaa for a swim at Obinitsa Lake, an area rich in cultural heritage.

Dinner is again prepared using local forest produce, and as night approaches - or rather, almost doesn’t - we head out for a midnight swim. Under the glow of Estonia’s White Nights, we swim in the lake as floating candles and lanterns create a truly magical, otherworldly atmosphere.

DAY SIX – Rivers, Smoke Saunas & Deep Relaxation

Another morning swim sets the tone for the day, followed by breakfast. We then enjoy a river swim (conditions permitting) before lunch at the much-loved Tillu Bakery.

The afternoon is dedicated to one of Estonia’s most treasured traditions: the smoke sauna ritual at Mooska Smoke Sauna. Later, we continue the relaxation with an evening sauna session, combining bog sauna, Finnish sauna and a hot tub beneath the open sky.

Dinner is once again crafted from local forest produce, and we return to our boutique lodges for a restful night.

DAY SEVEN – Final Swim & Departure

Our final morning begins, fittingly, with one last lake swim, followed by breakfast. We then depart for Tallinn, carrying home memories of endless light, wild water, deep warmth and the quiet magic of Estonia.

GETTING THERE

The trip begins and ends at Tallinn Airport (TLL), Estonia’s main international airport, which is well connected to cities across Europe and beyond.

The trip starts at 2pm. 

Arriving in Tallinn

Guests should plan to arrive in Tallinn by 2pm on 22 June. There are direct flights to Tallinn from many European cities, and easy one-stop connections from further afield via major hubs such as Helsinki, Stockholm, Frankfurt, Amsterdam and Riga.

For guests travelling from the UK, there are regular direct flights from London (including Stansted, Luton and Gatwick), with a flight time of approximately 3 hours.

We recommend booking flights that arrive late morning or early afternoon to allow time for our scheduled group transfer from the airport to our first accommodation.

Departing Tallinn

The trip concludes on 28 June, with a group transfer returning to Tallinn Airport in time for onward flights (we advise booking flights from 11.30am onwards).

WHAT DO I PACK?

• At least three swimming costumes (putting on a wet cossie is never fun!)
• Wetsuit - our Partners at Zone3 offer a wide range of wetsuits, including the eco Yulex natural rubber range HERE and you get 20% OFF all full price Zone3 products with code : SWIMQUEST
• Two pairs of swim goggles – one clear and one tinted
• Tow float (required) - if you haven’t got one yet, you can purchase from our online shop here
• Rash vest (optional) - available from our online shop here
• Towel(s)
• Small daypack/rucksack to use for your personal equipment/clothing during the day
• Sandals/aqua shoes/flip flops – for getting wet
• Warm clothes! Fleece or warm jumper, tracksuit trousers/sweat pants, warm coat, woolly hat
• Dryrobe / similar (something warm and easy to wear after swimming, though you will receive a SwimQuest poncho - which is a light towel robe)
• Warm shoes for before and after your swim, preferably suitable for walking short distances
• Waterproofs
• Sun hat, sun cream and glasses

READY TO BOOK?

We’re excited about meeting you on tour. Online booking will open soon, to reserve your place in the meantime please email alice@swimquest.uk.com. A deposit of 30% is required to secure your place, and the final payment is due 10 weeks prior to departure. Payments can be made by debit/credit card or by bank transfer.

ESTONIA |  22-28 JUNE 2026  | BOOK NOW | ENQUIRE

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In booking with us, you accept our terms and conditions, which can be found here. If at any point you have any questions, feel free to contact us:

• Charlie Beere | +44 7563 389238 | charlotte@swimquest.uk.com
• Alice Todd | +44 7825 301443 | alice@swimquest.uk.com

Travel Insurance

As a SwimQuest guest, you are required to have in place travel insurance that covers you for all activities you will be taking part in during your trip. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully covered for these activities. Whatever travel policy you decide on, you will need to bring a copy of your current Certificate of Insurance to the safety briefing at the start of your SwimQuest holiday. Your swim Guides will need to take a note of your insurer, policy number and the number to call in case of an emergency claim. Please note, if you are a UK resident and eligible for free health cover via the NHS, you do not need to take our a travel insurance policy for our UK based trips. You may still wish to take out insurance to cover you for events such as trip cancellation, luggage and personal liability. If you are travelling from the US or another country, we suggest you use a travel insurance comparison site based in your own country in order to decide on a suitable policy. You can find more information on our Insurance page.

COLUMBUS DIRECT

Columbus Direct offers three levels of cover Bronze, Silver and Gold, with differing levels of emergency medical, cancellation and baggage so you can choose the cover to suit your needs. All levels of cover include over 150 sports and activities covered as standard including open water swimming within 12 miles of shore (you will not be swimming more than 12 miles away from the shore on SwimQuest Holidays). You will also benefit from free airport lounge access if your flight is delayed for 1hr or more*. Optional cover is available including Gadget, Winter Sports and Cruise, along with cover for many pre-existing medical conditions subject to online screening.  Columbus Direct offer single trip cover up to 85 years old and annual multi trip cover up to 74 years old. *The policyholder can register both themselves and up to four additional travelling companions for Columbus Direct’s Airport Delay service. They will then be eligible to receive free airport lounge access in the event a delay of one or more hours is announced for their flight. View terms and conditions here