FAQs

The younger generation speaks English very well. Elder people speak less English than Russian. Very often people in Estonia speak also Finnish or German. But it is always appreciated when you can say simple Tere or aitäh.

From the Northest point to the Southest it takes three and a half to four hours to drive. From Latvian border Ikla through Estonia until Russian border in Narva it takes four and a half hour to drive.

The official language is Estonian but people can speak English, Finnish, Russian and German as well.

Euro. There is a tendency to use also cryptocurrencies between friends.

Only 16% of Estonians are considering themselves religious. Mostly Christian, which includes followers from 90 affiliations, also Orthodoxy from Russia and we can find even Lutheranism.

Estonia’s safety index is 0,86 comparing to San Francisco’s 0,66. So crime rates are low, people are relaxed and friendly. But still recommend keeping your goods in a safe place

Estonia contains of 15 counties.

Foreigners say that Estonian is one of the hardest languages to learn. Especially hard might be to pronounce the letters – õöäü.

A Viking ship has been found from Saaremaa with remains inside. Estonians might have a small number of genes from Vikings but because of the rich history not always.

In Estonia lives 60 species of different mammals including elk, wild pigs, bears, wolves, foxes, rabbits, lynx, goats, beavers and etc.

In Estonia average rent for a 3-room apartment per month is 859USD comparing to Amsterdam’s 2554USD. It is affordable, although Tallinn is the most expensive part.

There are around 700 brown bears living in Estonia. But when and how to see them – contact with us.

There are around 200 wolves living in Estonia. It is very difficult to spot them, usually they see you first.

In Estonia is living mainly Viper and Grass snake who you can barely meet. They are under protection.

Because of the historical Estonian Viking Age Scandinavian connection with the Danish and Swedish Empires for several centuries, which was called Estland these times. This had a influence on creating Estonian identity. About this history you can learn more in Tallinn Old Town Tour.

By becoming an e-resident you don’t receive benefits that are related to EU residency and this status doesn’t grant permission to live in Estonia. The simple answer is no, you need more than that to live in Estonia.

Vana Tallinn, Kali, Birch Sap, Apple Juice are the most national drinks in Estonia. To have a taste of other Estonian national drinks visit Tallinn Old Town to find out more!

Black bread, blood sausage, pork, potatoes, cabbage, dairy products, sprats, aspic, sour cabbage and a lot more.

For two UNESCO World Heritage sites Tallinn Old Town and Struve Geodetic Arc. Also of its digital society and growing unicorns.

Free education, free trade, a flat-rate income tax, the lowest debt-to-GDP ratio in the EU, supportive government, and digital innovation with political transparency are making Estonia so successful.

With data from 2015 there are approximately 2,222 islands in Estonia. Bigger islands are – Saaremaa, Hiiumaa, Muhu, Vormsi, Naissaar, Kihnu, Väike-Pakri, Suur-Pakri, Ruhnu, Vilsandi, Abruka, Piirissaar, Prangli, Osmussaar, Vohilaid, Tauksi, Aegna, Kõinastu laid, Väike-Tulpe, Manilaid, Kesselaid, Heinlaid,
Saarnaki laid, Liialaid, Kaevatsi laid, Loonalaid, Rammu saar, Kõrksaar, Pedassaar and Hobulaid. You can visit them by request info@estlandtravel.eu or have a seatrip by Finnish coast here.

Because of the digital society e-Estonia is aiming to make government more transparent and efficient for everyone. Thanks to that Estonian residents have favored opportunities to build success.

Kihnu is in the Baltic Sea, in earlier times it was ruled by women. To visit Kihnu send us a request info@estlandtravel.eu or book a Tallinn coast sea trip here.

At the moment the president is Kersti Kaljulaid since 2016. She is the first woman and youngest person ever held the position.

The percentage of millionaires in the adult population is 0.7

With a long-stay D visa, it is possible to stay up to 365 days within 12 months. You can stay in the other Schengen Member States 90 days within 180 days period.

Yes, Schengen visa is valid for Estonia, as Estonia is in European Union.

Fill the online application form here, after the Estonian Police and Border Guard will do a background check. When your application is approved, then you can choose where you want to pick up your digital ID card.

It takes 30 days to be processed to get the Estonian visa.

If you speak Estonian then yes. Fees come into it if you don’t speak Estonian.

The safety rate in Estonia is 0,86 comparing to San Francisco’s 0,66. Also NATO cooperative Cybersecurity center of Excellence is located in Estonia.

Value-added tax for products and services is 20% in Estonia. Accommodation and books are taxed with 9% of VAT.

Just open an account with a broker on TALSE and fund the account.

In Estonia lives 60 species of different mammals including elk, wild pigs, bears, wolves, foxes, rabbits, lynx, goats, beavers and etc.

There are around 700 brown bears living in Estonia. But when and how to see them – contact with us.

There are around 200 wolves living in Estonia. It is very difficult to spot them, usually they see you first.

In Estonia is living mainly Viper and Grass snake who you can barely meet. They are under protection.

No, we do not charge any extra fees or fuel surcharges. The listed price is the price you pay. Including tax.

We understand that you may not have a printer handy when you’re traveling so it is not necessary to have a printed copy. However, we require that you will tell your name to our tour guide.

Please contact us to get the latest information on your desired trip.

Wear whatever is comfortable. It is recommended to have in the winter a sturdy pair of broken-in trail shoes, boots, or sneakers. It is preferable to dress in layers and wear clothing that will wick away perspiration and keep you dry and comfortable. In the summer you can be in T-shirt and shorts. Between summer and winter we suggest to wear double layer sporty clothing, hat, gloves and scarf for outdoor activities.

Not much, remember our trips are all inclusive. We do suggest you bring appropriate clothing to fit the season and a day pack to carry extra snacks and water.

You must call 72 hours ahead of your scheduled tour for a full refund. There are no refunds for cancellations within 24 hours of your tour, or if you decide not to show up.

Yes. Reservations are required for guaranteed spots on all tours. Reservations help us determine the number of guides we need to ensure that our groups remain manageable and enjoyable, and they allow us to notify you of changes to the tour due to weather or anything that could disturb the tours.

Definitely, for several days and several times. As its Old Town is under UNESCO’s heritage, the rest of the city is located next to the Baltic Sea, so it is beautiful all-year-long. Check out also our – Tallinn Old Town tour

At the end of December, it is usually snowing in Estonia. More snowy days are in January and February, as those are the coldest months.

Tallinn Christmas market is a must-visit in December. Also, you will get a lot of historical information and taste of several Estonian drinks and snacks in Tallinn Old Town Adventure. If you have already done that then check out the rest of our tours.

We do hike in the rain, snow, wind and any other weather conditions that nature decides to throw at us. After all, we’re going on adventures! If the weather is unsafe for any reason, the trip will be changed or postponed. You will be notified the week of your trip if there are changes due to weather.

People have seen the Northern Lights in Estonia mostly from the North coast, but also managed to see them from the Centre of Estonia. If you are lucky enough you can see them sometimes with clear sky. You can give a try in our Northern Lights Hunting tour.

At the end of December, it is usually snowing in Estonia. More snowy days are in January and February, as those are the coldest months.

In the winter January and February gets sometimes less than -20° C, so be well prepared with winter clothes when coming this time to Estonia. In the summer in July and August, the weather might get up to +30° C.

Yes, in the winter from December to February it is usually snowing. For these times you have a chance to enjoy our Winter tours.

In the winter average temperature in Estonia is -8° C and in the summer 20° C