Family vacation with a caravan: places and activities suitable for children in Estonia

Family vacation with a caravan: places and activities suitable for children in Estonia

A family holiday with a caravan is the perfect way to show children the nature, history and adventures of Estonia at their own pace. You are not dependent on hotels, you can stay exactly where the children want to play longer, and in the evenings enjoy campfire evenings in the comfort of the caravan. Our caravanrent.ee caravans are suitable for families – spacious, fully equipped with a kitchen and sleeping places for up to 6 people. Here are the best places and activities suitable for children!

1. Pärnu Beach – Classic Summer Fun

Pärnu is an Estonian children’s paradise: shallow water, soft sand and lots of playgrounds.

• Swim in the warm water or rent bicycles to ride along the beach promenade.
• Nearby is a Mini Zoo and an adventure park – a perfect change of pace for the day.
• Overnight stay: There are several caravan campsites near Pärnu, e.g. Konse Motel camp; Caravan Camping with electricity and showers.

2. Lahemaa National Park – nature hikes and bogs

Lahemaa is an hour’s drive from Tallinn – a great start to a family caravan trip.

• The Viru Bog Educational Trail (3–5 km) is a boardwalk suitable for children to the observation tower and bog lake.
• Visit Palmse Manor or Altja fishing village, with swings and old-fashioned houses.
• Further afield, we recommend visiting the Kiviõli Adventure Center!
• Overnight stay: Sagadi or Võsu campsites with caravan sites.

3. Animal parks and farms – up close with animals

Children love animals!

• Elistvere Animal Park – a pleasantly compact zoo. Nearby is the Elistvere RMK campfire site.
• Muhu Ostrich Farm or Saaremaa Zoo – exotic birds, playground. Children can touch the animals themselves.
• Overnight stay nearby by the sea, e.g. Mändjala Camping.

4. Soomaa National Park – canoe trip and the “fifth season”

Soomaa is a paradise for adventurers.

• Guided canoe trip for the family – a leisurely ride on the river, animal observation.
• Boardwalk hikes and picnics.
• Accommodation: Campsites with caravan sites such as Riisa or Sandra Farm.

5. Saaremaa – castles and lighthouses

History and nature coexist in Saaremaa.

• Kuressaare Castle – climb the tower, see the museum (knights exhibition for children).
• Lighthouses and beaches to play on.
• Overnight stay: Piibelehet or Tehumardi Camping.

Practical tips for caravanning with children

• Packing list: Toys, rain gear, sunscreen, first aid kit, board games for the evenings.
• Campfire nights: Grill marshmallows – the best family time!

A family vacation with a caravan creates memories for a lifetime! Rent a comfortable caravan www.caravanrent.ee . Call +372 5669 6371 or book online. Happy adventuring! 🚐👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🌳