Kamchatka. Hiking to Tolbachik volcano

If you love fiction, stories about other worlds and planets — this trip to Kamchatka is for you! 

You will visit an area that resembles the surface of a fantastic planet for many kilometers around. You will see the fabulous movement of the branches of the dead forest, recorded by the hot breath of the bowels, and flowers scattered over the dark slag in a bright northern pattern.

Location

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
or
Accommodation
  • Tent
    2 nights
  • Guest House
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic
  • Basic+
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 20 people
Minimum age
18 years old
Group meet at
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Far from civilization
Let's take a break from the noise of big cities among the most beautiful landscapes of Kamchatka
Alien landscapes
We will see chains of multicolored cinder cones running in different directions, volcanic bombs and an unusual Dead Forest
Climbing
Let's climb the cones of the Northern breakthroughs

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. Departure on shift to Kozyrevsk

    09:00 Arrival in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.

    Departure by shift to Kozyrevsk village (600 km). 

    On the way, stop at the village of Milkovo for lunch. 

    Arrival at the campsite. Installation of tents.

    Supper.

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  • Day 2 - The dead forest. Lava flows of the 2012-2013 eruption
  • Day 3 - Climbing the cones of the Northern gusts
  • Day 4 - Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments

The tour involves moderate physical activity and is suitable for tourists without serious health problems.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Tent
    2 nights
  • Guest House
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic
  • Basic+

The tour includes overnight stays in tourist tents and in a guest house in Kozyrevsk.

Tent camp 2 nights
Guest house in the village Kozyrevsk 1 night

Tour conditions

Group
up to 20 tourists
Minimum age
18 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

Included in price

  • transport;
  • guide services;
  • cook's services;
  • meals on the route;
  • group equipment (tents, kitchen);
  • insurance;
  • lunch in Milkovo.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and back;
  • other personal expenses not specified in the program;
  • accommodation in hotels before and after the tour;
  • airport transfers;
  • personal equipment (sleeping bags, etc.).

It's important to know

What things should I take with me?
  1. A small assault backpack for trekking and climbing (for personal belongings).
  2. Sturdy worn boots or special trekking shoes (sneakers are highly undesirable).
  3. Waterproof jacket with a hood.
  4. Sweatpants.
  5. Headdress (cap and hat). 
  6. Mittens or gloves for trekking and climbing.
  7. Sunglasses.
  8. A drinking container for trekking and climbing (plastic bottle, light flask).
  9. Sunburn protection.
  10. A mosquito repellent.
  11. A spare set of underwear and change of clothes, if possible, a change of shoes. 
  12. Hygienic lipstick.
  13. Photo and video equipment.
  14. Personal first aid kit.

The rest of the personal items are at the discretion of the tourist.

What interesting places will we visit?
Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Climate
Personal safety measures, equipment and first aid kit
Rules of conduct on the territory of the base camps and on the route
Safety rules on active routes

Reviews

  • TU
    Tatyana Uvarova
    20 Nov, 2024
    about provider
    Thanks to the managers of Big Country and the hosts for the great organization of the trip.
    20 Nov, 2024
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    Alexandra
    12 Nov, 2024
    about provider
    The team on the ground completely won me over! Their dedication to their work is incredible. We felt taken care of in every way, right down to the smallest details! The tour operator stayed in constant contact with us, providing a clear, updated transport schedule that was easy to follow. They chose the right transport for each route — sometimes a bus, other times a KAMAZ truck. When the route required it, we’d switch vehicles halfway to ensure maximum comfort. We always had water on hand, and, when needed, they provided hearty snacks. Plus, they equipped us with everything we needed for different activities. Comfort and confidence were guaranteed throughout. But what stood out most was the people! The guides truly love their work! Every one of us felt well cared for, with just the right level of attention. The ratio of guides to guests was always spot-on. They could talk endlessly about Kamchatka, which was fantastic, as we discovered more and more each day about this fascinating place. The mountain guides were incredible too — calm and even playful as they guided us up Avacha, watching over the entire group and supporting us both physically and mentally. They even carried supplies on their backs, including a thermos, so we could unwind at each rest stop. A huge thank you to the entire travel agency team, with special thanks and greetings to our guides: Evgenia, Ilya, Vitaly, Fedor, Maxim, Yana, Dmitry, and Nikolai! You all are amazing! And a special shout-out to the chef at the mountain base camp — his jam-filled buns at dinner will forever have a place in my heart!
    12 Nov, 2024
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    Ludmila
    31 Oct, 2024
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    Three 'young-at-heart' ladies—two at 78 and one at 85—fulfilled their dream of seeing the eastern edge of Russia by flying to Kamchatka. There are so many unforgettable impressions; it’s hard to put them into words—you really have to see and experience it yourself! It wasn’t always easy given our age, but it was absolutely worth it. I want to extend special thanks to everyone we interacted with. This is truly a Big Country—with dedicated guides, well-organized excursions, and kindness and support whenever we needed it. We are so happy with this trip. I hope everyone, especially young people, has the chance to visit and see just how vast, beautiful, and diverse Russia is! We rented a wonderful apartment—clean, well-kept, and thoughtfully arranged—and we are grateful to our host, Eugene. Thank you all, and don’t be afraid—anything is possible!
    31 Oct, 2024
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