In the heart of Kamchatka

A tour to the very "heart" of Kamchatka — to its central part. 

You will see the highest volcanoes of Eurasia, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, make several ascents, visit a tourist town with hot springs and rafting on a beautiful rapids river.

The tour will be interesting, including for those tourists who have already been to Kamchatka and have seen popular places in the southern part of the peninsula, but would like to go back to this amazing land of volcanoes and geysers. 

Location

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
from
$1,447
$1,222
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
No need to pay now
Duration
12 Days
11 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 16 – 27 July, 2025
    • 30 July – 10 August, 2025
    • 13 – 24 August, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    6 nights
  • Tent
    5 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
  • Basic+
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 20 people
Minimum age
12 years old
Group meet at
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
Contact the tour coordinator
Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
Or text us in messengers

Tour highlights

Active leisure
We will climb the Tolbachik volcano and feel the preserved heat of the incandescent magma
Fascinating views
We will see the highest volcanoes of Eurasia and enjoy truly unforgettable views
An exciting alloy
We will carry out rafting on the Bystraya Essovskaya River, which is characterized by a fast turbulent current with many rifts and rapids

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Getting to know the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

    Meeting at the airport, transfer and hotel accommodation.

    Transfer from the airport with a stop at the monument "Here begins Russia":

    • flight from Moscow 1730 arriving at 10:10, flight from Novosibirsk 5249 arriving at 10:30;
    • flight 1734 from Moscow arriving at 13:10;
    • flight 1732 from Moscow arriving at 15:30.

    The arrival time of flights can be changed by airlines.
    Arrivals at other times can join these transfers.
    The cancellation of the transfer is not compensated.

    On this day, you can independently see the historical center of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, walk along the Embankment, walk along Nikolskaya Sopka, visit the Maksutov battery and other objects of the city's history.

    19:00 Meeting with the guide at the hotel, discussion of the program.

    Lunch and dinner on this day on your own.

    The power is not included. 

  • Day 2 - Moving to the volcanoes of the Klyuchevskaya group
  • Day 3 - Trekking to the valley of the Studenoy River
  • Day 4 - A walk to the observation deck. Transfer to Kozyrevsk
  • Day 5 - Transfer to Shiveluch volcano
  • Day 6 - Climbing the somme of the Shiveluch volcano
  • Day 7 - Tolbachinsky Valley
  • Day 8 - Climbing the Flat Tolbachik
  • Day 9 - Transfer to Esso
  • Day 10 - Rafting on the Bystraya Essovskaya River
  • Day 11 - Transfer to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
  • Day 12 - Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments

Special physical training is not required, but you will need some degree of endurance and determination to climb volcanoes

The load on the tour is average. If tourists are inactive and do not go to the mountains, then it may be difficult for them at first.

We recommend that you go on day trips in your region before the tour.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    6 nights
  • Tent
    5 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
  • Basic+

The tour includes accommodation:

  • double accommodation in hotels — 2 nights in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky;
  • accommodation in the village Kozyrevsk — 2 nights (mostly double, but it is possible for several people in a room);
  • accommodation in Esso — 2 nights (mostly double, but it is possible for several people in a room);
  • accommodation in 2-3-bed tourist tents — 5 nights.

Please specify additional accommodation conditions when booking a tour.

If there is a shortage of places in hotels during the peak season, various options for other hotels are also possible.

The hotel "Base for the reception of young tourists", Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky or Arsenyev Hotel, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky 2 nights
The hotel "Base for the reception of young tourists", Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

This is a cozy mini-hotel located in the historical center of the city and can accommodate a group of 20 people. During the school year, it is mainly used by sports sections of children's tourism, and in the summer season it receives tourists. Here we accommodate double, single and triple rooms. There is a bathroom in each room.

9 more photos
Another option
Arsenyev Hotel, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

Located in a picturesque location overlooking Avacha Bay, there is a bus station and a shopping complex with shops and entertainment venues nearby.

Free Wi-Fi is available and free private parking is available on site.

All rooms at the hotel have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Each room has a wardrobe.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the Arsenyev Hotel.

The reception is open 24 hours a day, and its staff is always happy to help guests.

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky Airport is 18 km from Arsenyev Hotel. An airport shuttle service is available for an additional fee.

5 more photos
Private hotel in Kozyrevsk 2 nights
Hotels in Esso 2 nights
Tent 5 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 20 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Duration
12 days 11 nights
Group meets at
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

Included in price

  • transportation services under the program;
  • double accommodation in hotels — 2 nights in Petropavlovsk;
  • accommodation in the village Kozyrevsk — 2 nights (mostly double, but it is possible for several people in a room);
  • accommodation in Esso — 2 nights (mostly double, but it is possible for several people in a room);
  • meals specified in the program (11 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners);
  • services of an instructor guide, cook;
  • group equipment (tents, foam mats, kitchen equipment, etc.).

Paid extra

  • flights to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and back;
  • dinners in the city (during two overnight stays — at the beginning and at the end of the tour);
  • lunch on the way to Milkovo village (day 2 and day 11);
  • travel insurance;
  • alcoholic beverages;
  • personal expenses;

If you have selected the active part, then the price also does not include:

  • transfer from and to the airport;
  • accommodation at the hotel on the first and last day.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

This tour is possible both with suitcases and with large backpacks. Things are transported together with tourists on shift, during trekking and climbing, tourists' belongings remain in their places of residence. 

  1. a small backpack for climbing, one for two (it contains things necessary only for radial exits, such as a jacket, hat, water, snack, camera);
  2. a sleeping bag (you can rent it from us, but you must agree in advance, the cost is 1500 rubles, and in this case we recommend bringing a sleeping bag liner with you);
  3. foam seat — optional;
  4. trekking boots (necessarily waterproof);
  5. gaiters are optional;
  6. replacement shoes (sneakers, sneakers);
  7. sandals/slippers/slates/crocs;
  8. hiking pants (synthetic is better, cotton is not desirable);
  9. membrane storm pants — against wind and rain (optional if hiking pants will combine the function of storm pants);
  10. windbreaker jacket (membrane and hooded) — against wind and rain;
  11. raincoat or raincoat suit (optional if there is a membrane jacket and trousers made of high-quality material with a water resistance of at least 10000 mm);
  12. thermal underwear is optional, it is replaced by fleece items;
  13. warm fleece or wool sweater;
  14. fleece pants — wear under hiking/storm pants (not needed if thermal underwear is available);
  15. change of clothes for sleeping and camping;
  16. lightweight hat, lightweight gloves;
  17. thermal socks (2 pairs);
  18. trekking poles (telescopic poles fold up very compactly and are easy to bring with you; own, no rental);
  19. sunglasses;
  20. sunscreen;
  21. bathing accessories;
  22. personal first aid kit;
  23. personal hygiene items;
  24. mosquito repellent — a sprinkler and a mosquito hat;
  25. a flashlight (preferably a headlamp).
What discounts are available?
What kind of food is waiting for us on the tour?
If I arrive earlier than the day the tour starts and/or leave later than the day the tour ends?
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Is it possible to change the program?
If I'm traveling alone, is it possible to get hooked?
If I only need single occupancy?
Airport transfers
Can I take my child on tour with me?
What does the active part of the tour mean?

Dates and Prices

  • $1,222
    16 – 27 Jul, 2025 12 days 11 nights
    Submit request
    No need to pay now
  • $1,222
    30 Jul – 10 Aug, 2025 12 days 11 nights
    Submit request
    No need to pay now
  • $1,222
    13 – 24 Aug, 2025 12 days 11 nights
    Submit request
    No need to pay now

Reviews

  • J
    Julia
    13 Dec, 2024
    about provider
    The staff were highly competent and polite, always providing quick and clear answers to any questions.
    13 Dec, 2024
    6 more photos
  • E
    Ekaterina
    9 Dec, 2024
    about provider
    Everything was well-organized, clear, and easy to understand.
    9 Dec, 2024
  • Y
    Yulia
    7 Dec, 2024
    about provider
    Everything was well-organized and ran smoothly, which I really appreciated. The guides did an excellent job—it was truly engaging and informative. And the chefs? Absolutely top-notch!
    7 Dec, 2024
    2 more photos