About Naturestonia
Naturestonia is a nature tourism base in Ardu village, around 40 minutes from Tallinn. The focus is on small-group wildlife experiences, private forest accommodation, and genuine access to the landscapes around Paunkula, the Pirita River, and the edge of North Kõrvemaa.
Eleri Lopp — local nature guide and wildlife photographer
Eleri Lopp leads Naturestonia tours herself. She has spent decades in Estonia's forests, bogs, and river valleys, and she guides with a pace that favours observation, context, and respect for the landscape. Her background in wildlife photography also makes Naturestonia a strong fit for guests who want both sightings and better images.
Wildlife expertise, not staged nature
Naturestonia experiences include bear watching, birdwatching, moose sessions, lynx tracking by sign, beaver observation, owl evenings, bog walks, and photography-focused outings. The principle is simple: ethical wildlife observation with realistic expectations. We do not pretend to control wild animals. We create the right conditions to observe them responsibly and to understand the habitat around them.
A forest break close to Tallinn
Choose one of three private forest cabins and plan a wildlife outing for the same trip. Accommodation and bear watching are requested and confirmed separately. Guests have rated the accommodation 9.3 / 10 on Booking.com. Around 40 minutes from Tallinn, you can make time for nature even on a short break.
Why Guests Trust Us
Why guests trust Naturestonia
Stay in a private forest cabin and explore the surrounding nature with local guide Eleri Lopp. Small groups leave time to notice wildlife, ask questions and enjoy the outdoors at your own pace.
Local guide on the ground
Eleri Lopp leads small groups across Estonia and knows the animal movement, light conditions, and seasonal rhythm around Paunkula.
Close to Tallinn
Ardu village is about 40 minutes from Tallinn, making genuine forest time realistic even for short stays, stopovers, and weekend trips.
Stays and experiences in one place
Three private forest cabins make it easy to plan a wildlife session and overnight stay for the same trip. Accommodation and bear watching are requested and confirmed separately.
Help with wildlife photography
Alongside guiding, Eleri supports guests with wildlife photography so the experience works for observers, couples, and serious photographers alike.
Guest reviews
“Perfect place to stay in the middle of nature! Take the hot tub — you will not be disappointed!”
Sarah M.
Booking.com ★★★★★
“Very quiet and private location. The cabin is in the forest with everything you need. Clean, cosy and stylish. Pure nature all around!”
Анна К.
Booking.com ★★★★★
“Magnificent place and atmosphere! All conveniences provided.”
Mikhail V.
Booking.com ★★★★★
Plan a wildlife stay or private nature trip
If you want accommodation and bear watching on the same trip, contact us for date-planning help. Submit separate requests for the cabin and bear watching so each can be reviewed and confirmed independently.