Kamchatka tour with ascent to the Avacha volcano

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The quintessence of activities and comfort of living on this tour for 8 days will allow you to immerse yourself in the color of Kamchatka!

On this trip, you will enjoy walks along the shore and the water surface of the Pacific Ocean, rafting on the Bystrica River, as well as climbing a volcano in combination with an unforgettable taste of red caviar and Kamchatka fish!

Location

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

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Tour highlights

Whales and sea lions

Let's look for marine life during a boat trip in the Pacific Ocean

Ascent to Avacha volcano

Climb to an altitude of 1800 meters and see the breathtaking scenery from the top of the volcano

Accommodation in three locations

Enjoy the landscapes of Kamchatka: from scorched fields with volcanoes to the picturesque tundra

Gastronomic delight

Let's enjoy the gifts of Kamchatka — fish and caviar

Rafting on the river

Rafting on the river with fishing awaits us, where we are highly likely to see bears from a safe distance.

Gorely Volcano Craters

We will climb the volcano and go around the craters, inside of which there are acid lakes

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting at the airport. Halaktyrsky beach
We welcome guests until 13:00 in Yelizovo.
Transfer and accommodation at the hotel (check-in at 14:00).
If you wish, we will go to the city center (taxi is paid for independently), where you can get acquainted with the ocean!
18:00 Return to the hotel.
Welcome dinner (alcohol is paid for independently).
There are thermal springs on site to relax, unwind and fall asleep soundly!

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Day 2 - Access to the Pacific Ocean. Russian Bay
An unforgettable boat trip across the Pacific Ocean awaits you!
07:00 We leave by registered transport to Avacha Bay, where the captains will be waiting for us on their boats.
We're going to the openThe Pacific Ocean! Today you will see the Three Brothers Rocks, killer whales, sea lions and, if you are lucky, whales!
Breakfast and lunch on board the ship (there will also be breakfast packed in containers from the hotel).
19:00 Return to the hotel. A free program. Swimming in hot springs!
The dinner is independent.

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Day 3 - Gorely Volcano
07:00 Breakfast.
08:00 Transfer to Gorely volcano.
10:30 Climb to the volcano. If the weather is good, we will go around all the craters of the volcano, inside of which there are acid lakes.
The volcano is the calling card of Kamchatka because of its accessibility.
The climb is 600 meters and takes the entire journey 4 hours round trip (sometimes due to weather conditions and the physical characteristics of the group, the time is spent longer).
15:00 Lunch in the lunchbox format. Check-in at the campsite on the lake shore.
There is a beautiful view of the Vilyuchinsky volcano and the tundra of Kamchatka.
17:00 Walk to the Calm waterfall. This attraction is within walking distance from our base. But we'll get through most of it. It will take 10 minutes to walk.
19:00 Sauna in Kamchatka! Supper. An evening by the campfire.

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Day 4 - Small valley of geysers. Mutnovskaya GEOP
09:00 We move to the “Summer springs" (Small Valley of geysers).
Mutnovskaya GEOP is located here and it "smells" very strongly of hydrogen sulfide, be prepared for this.
Along the seething, moving and hot earth, we will pass to the gas emissions. A picturesque place where you can see the bubbling fumarole outlets up close.
If the weather is good and the participants wish, they will be able to plunge into the thermal springs.
Lunch in buffet format.
Transfer to the Avacha volcano.
19:00 Check-in at the campsite, which is located between two volcanoes within walking distance! One volcano rises to 3456 m, and the other — to 2741 m!
20:00 Dinner. Rest. Tomorrow is an important day — climbing the Avacha volcano.

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Day 5 - Avachinsky volcano. Camel Extrusion
03:00 Early ascent (in good weather) for those who climb the Avachinsky volcano.
A hearty breakfast and, when ready (usually at 05:00), departure on the route.
12:00 p.m. Under favorable circumstances, we will reach the top of the Avacha volcano (2,741 m).
The climb itself is simple, along a well-trodden path, but it requires you to have the stamina and mental readiness to move up and up and up again for as long as 6 hours!
18:00 Descent from the top. Supper.
19:00 Let's go to the sauna! And then we can safely relax — today you are great Heroes!
P.S. Plan B — for those who do not go to the top, an alternative will be offered — a Camel extrusion walk. This is a marked good mountain (hillock), it takes 2-3 hours round trip.

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Day 6 - Khalaktyrsky beach. SUP boarding and relaxation on the Pacific Ocean
09:00 Breakfast, packing.
10:00 Departure from Avacha volcano.
13:00 We arrive at the shore of the Pacific Ocean. If you want to ride SUP boards, you must book the boards in advance through the tour guide.
14:00 Barbecue on Khalaktyrsky beach. We will cook fresh red fish on the grill, open champagne in honor of the ascent of the Avacha volcano and spend the day on the shore with pleasure. What do you think?
19:00 Check-in at Laguna Spa Hotel.
We are going to swim in the thermal springs of Paratunka.
A free program. The dinner is independent.

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Day 7 - Relax-rafting
08:00 Breakfast
09:00 Departure to the starting point of the rafting.
After the briefing, we board the prepared rafts (“boats" for 10-12 people) and set off on a rafting trip.
The river is calm, without rapids. During the rafting, you will listen to the guide's stories about the local places, about fishing.
For lunch, you will taste excellent fish soup made from fresh fish!
And the key highlight of the day will be the opportunity to meet bears that come out of the banks on this river and fish! Up to 13 individuals can be found in one such alloy!
17:00 Return to the hotel. Free software, we communicate and share our impressions about the tour!
19:00 Evening of summing up. Dinner is paid for independently according to the menu.

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Day 8 - Free day, departure
Breakfast.
Departure to the airport with arrival at the market.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

The complexity of the tour: "Easy" — if without climbing, "Medium" — if you climb the Avachinsky volcano.

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights
Camp Site

3 nights

Comfort

Basic
Basic+
Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel, a mountain shelter and a campsite.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation:

185,000 rubles – for bookings of two or more people;
single room at the Laguna Spa Hotel - an additional fee of 36,000 rubles.

The placement options are shown below, subject to change.

The Blue Lagoon Hotel is located in a picturesque place where you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the Kamchatka Territory. Just a 15-minute drive from the village of Paratunka separates guests from this secluded complex. Parking and high-speed wireless internet are provided on site.

The room stock is represented by classic rooms of various categories, ranging from economy rooms to apartments with lake views. The rooms are equipped with functional furniture, modern appliances, shared or private bathroom. Towels and hygiene products are provided for guests' use.

In the restaurant, vacationers can enjoy dishes of Russian, Japanese, Korean and European cuisine. There is also a picnic and barbecue area in the garden.

Guests can enjoy a swimming pool and play table tennis. A children's playground is available for the youngest travelers. The nearest international airport is Yelizovo, 30 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 16 tourists

Minimum age

12 years old

Duration

8 days 7 nights

Group meets at

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

Included in price

hotel accommodation in 2-bed rooms at the 4* Spa Laguna Hotel (4 nights);
accommodation at a campsite near Vilyuchinsky volcano (1 night);
accommodation at the campsite under the Avacha volcano (2 nights);
rent of public and personal equipment (tents, gas, sleeping bags);
nutrition:
- Day 1 – Dinner;
- Day 2 – Breakfast, lunch;
- days 3, 4, 5 – breakfast, lunch (in the form of a lunch box or dry. ration), dinner;
- days 6, 7 – breakfast, lunch;
- Day 8 – Breakfast;
escort of off-road vehicles;
guide services;
protection against wild animals;
Pacific Ocean walk to Russian Bay;
rafting on the Bystrica River;
n/a insurance;
registration of passes to the nature park;
registration of the group in the Ministry of Emergency Situations;
transfer from/to the airport on the 1st and last day of the tour;
group first aid kit

Paid extra

flights to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and back;
meals not included in the price of the tour, including in restaurants/cafes in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky;
entrance fees to the spa and thermal pools on the territory of the Laguna Spa Hotel.
dinners at Laguna Spa Hotel 4*;
alcoholic beverages.

It's important to know

Trekking boots (required)	1 pair	Ankle protection, waterproof, shock-resistant material, good sole (rubber). If there are no such shoes, then boots will do. The main thing is to have a high ankle. Shoes are required.It is suitable for those who climb Gorely volcano and Avachinsky volcano.
Sneakers, sandals/slippers (recommended)	1 pair	Change your shoes in the car after crossing so that your feet rest. They can also be used for recreation at the base on "dry" days. Slippers are for swimming pools.
Raincoat (required)	1 piece	The weather is very changeable in Kamchatka: it can rain and blizzard in one day.
Windproof jacket with hood (required)	1 piece	A membrane fabric that repels moisture and allows the skin to breathe is desirable. It can be replaced with ordinary windbreakers, light jackets combined with a raincoat.
Windproof trousers (required)	1 piece	A membrane fabric that repels moisture and allows the skin to breathe is desirable.
Thermal underwear (light) (recommended)	1 set	Good membrane clothing has a water-repellent property.
The cap. Panama hat/cap/sun buff (required)	1 piece	It can be cool in the evening + head protection from the Sun.
Sweatshirt/fleece jacket (required)	1 piece	It should be warm.
Gloves (required)	2 pairs	Keep your hands warm and dry. There may be strong winds on the Ocean, on volcanoes.
Warm socks (required)	3 pairs	It is mandatory to always have one dry pair of warm socks for sleeping in a sleeping bag.
T-shirt/T-shirt, light trousers, shorts (recommended)	2 pieces
Replaceable underwear (recommended)	3 pieces	Personal hygiene
Swimsuit, towel (recommended)	1 piece	We will swim in the thermal springs.
Assault backpack (required)	30-50 liters .	You will need a backpack in order to bring snacks, tea/water, a raincoat and a change of clothes when climbing Gorely Volcano and Avachinsky volcano.
Rain/snow backpack cover (recommended)	1 piece	A convenient thing to protect from rain and dirt. It can be replaced with a 100-liter garbage bag. The cargo will move on the roof of the car. Must be protected from dust
Head lamp (required)	1 piece	Be sure to insert new batteries. It will come in handy in the evening. Check it for quality! Also take spare batteries
Toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet.paper (required)	1 piece	Personal hygiene
Water bottle/hydrator/thermos (required)	1-1.5 liters	For excursions. Pour hot water or tea.
Sunscreen and lipstick (recommended)	1 piece	With maximum protection factor
Personal first aid kit + vitamins (required)	1 piece	A first-aid kit for "favorite" diseases. A 2-3 cm wide patch for the prevention of calluses. Elastic bandage is a must!
Russian Federation passport (required)		Always have a copy of your passport with you.

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Kristina

17 Jan, 2025

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A special thank you to our driver, Andrey, for providing safe and efficient transportation. Huge thanks as well to our guide, Victoria, for crafting an engaging and secure route, excellent organization, memorable experiences, and her uplifting positivity.

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Ekaterina

16 Jan, 2025

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They responded to the request promptly and finalized the contract quickly. Always available, clear, informative, and transparent.

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Diana

16 Jan, 2025

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Thank you for your dedication, professionalism, the cozy camp, campfire songs, delicious food, warmth, and your passion for making the world a better place. You’ve shown us how to truly unwind in nature and recharge ourselves.

16 Jan, 2025

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