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We invite you to a week-long tour of snowy Kamchatka!

We will feel the exotic, swimming in hot springs surrounded by snowdrifts, and become real kayaks by riding a dog sled.

Volcanoes, thermal springs, the Pacific Ocean, sea lions, affectionate dogs and meetings with aborigines are waiting for you!

Location

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

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Tour highlights

Ethnic camp

Let's get acquainted with the life and culture of the indigenous people of Kamchatka

Hot springs

We will swim in therapeutic thermal springs of different composition and temperature

Famous volcanoes

On the Avacha pass we will enjoy stunning views of the volcanoes

Dog sledding

Let's learn how to drive a dog sled on our own and take a ride with the breeze

Pacific ocean

Let's admire the beauty and grandeur of the Pacific Ocean during a trip to the coast

Juicy delicacies

We will visit the market where Kamchatka delicacies are sold – red fish, caviar, and the famous Kamchatka crab

Itinerary

Day 1 - Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. Sightseeing tour
Meeting at the airport, transfer to the hotel.
On the way, visit the monument "Here begins Russia", with bears on a pedestal.
Check into the rooms, have a short rest.
Approximately at 13:00 a short tour of the historical center of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
Walking tour of Nikolskaya Sopka, the Kuril Landing obelisk, the monument to Charles Clark, Francois La Perouse and Vitus Behring.
Visit to the observation deck on Petrovskaya hill.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Pacific Ocean coast, Cape Mayachny, Three Brothers rocks (snowmobile in sleds)
Breakfast.
Departure to the coast of the Pacific Ocean (car, then snowmobile).
Stop at the observation deck, from which you can see the legendary rocks "Three Brothers".
Visit Cape Mayachny, where the Petropavlovsk Lighthouse, the oldest on the Pacific coast, is located, and walk along the Pacific coast.
During the tour, have a snack with hot tea and return to the city.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 - Malkinskie hot springs (automobile)
Breakfast.
Departure by car to the wild Malkin springs (130 km).
On the way (90 km from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky) we will make a stop in the village of Sokoch and get to the "Pie Paradise".
Here, king-sized pies with a variety of fillings win the stomachs and hearts of travelers from all over the world (pies are paid for independently).
Bathing in therapeutic springs of different temperatures.
Here, hot water, heated deep in the bowels of the Earth, flows freely to the surface, forming fonts of different temperatures.
After bathing, have a small snack.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 - The foot of the Avacha volcano (snowmobile in sleds)
Breakfast.
Departure to the foot of Avacha and Koryak volcanoes (car, then snowmobile).
On the way to the pass, stops will be made in beautiful places for photographing and telling the guide stories.
Snowmobile tour of the Avacha pass, offering stunning views of the active "home" volcanoes, as well as the Nalychevskaya Valley and the Zhupanovsky and Dzenzur volcanoes.
A short ascent to the Camel mountain, from which you can see the Avacha Bay and the Vilyuchinsky volcano in the distance.
Lunch in the warm dining room of the alpine camp located at an altitude of 850 m.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 - Dog sledding, Koryak ethnic camp
Breakfast.
Transfer to the ethnocultural Koryak camp "Snow Dogs".
Guided tour of the camp and the Kamchatka sled dog kennel.
Performance of the Aboriginal ensemble.
Dog sledding.
Lunch – Kamchatka venison shurpa.
After lunch, drive to the spa area of Paratunka, swimming in the outdoor pool with thermal water.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 - Free day or additional activities
This day can be used as a backup in case of adverse weather.
If everything was fine with the weather during the tour, then everyone can use it at their discretion.:
go skiing or snowboarding on one of Kamchatka's trails;
take an additional excursion to the Vilyuchinsky pass.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 - Returning home
Breakfast.
Transfer to the airport, visit the fish market on the way.

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Hotel

6 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The standard tour provides accommodation in double rooms in a Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky hotel (TWIN room, breakfast).

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the date of arrival, RUB.:

Arrivals	Cost
March 11th	88 800
Other races	93 500

Accommodation is preferred at the Geyser Hotel. When there are not enough places in the Geyser, we check our guests into the Arsenyev and Petropavlovsk hotels. In rare cases, check-in at Yelizovo hotels, as there are very few hotels in Kamchatka.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 9,000 rubles. No check-in is provided.

It is located in the business district of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. It offers free Wi-Fi, parking, a tour desk and luggage storage. Avacha Bay is 1.2 km away, and Yelizovo International Airport is a 40-minute drive away.

Our guests can enjoy 40 cozy single and double rooms, decorated in a classic style. The windows overlook Avachinsky Bay and the ridge of the pet volcanoes of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.

The rooms have everything you need for a pleasant stay: two double beds or one double bed, a desk, chairs, a wardrobe, a TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, a telephone with long-distance and international communication, a kettle, a tea pair.

Guests can visit cafes and restaurants nearby or have a snack at the hotel bar, as well as use the services of the Chinese wellness center, where guests can enjoy therapeutic and relaxing massages. There is a hairdresser and a manicure room.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 1 to 21 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

Included in price

hotel accommodation (double TWIN, breakfast);
transfers to/from the airport on the day of arrival/departure of the main group according to the program;
the excursion program;
meals on excursions according to the program;
transfers according to the program;
services of guides and a tour guide;
permits to stay in the territory of the nature park.

Paid extra

air and railway to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and back;
the surcharge for single occupancy is 9,000 rubles.;
additional excursions on a free day (optional) ;
entrance ticket to the thermal water pool (500-700 rubles);
lunches and dinners on the city part of the tour;
insurance;
alcohol and souvenirs.

It's important to know

Winter equipment (January, February to -35°C, March, April to -25°C, a warm ski suit is suitable).
Fleece or sweater.
Winter thermal underwear.
Headdress (warm hat).
Balaclava or balaclava.
Gloves (warm)
Pay special attention to shoes. It should be as high as possible so that no snow gets through the top, inside, and also, it should be warm enough and waterproof. We highly recommend and we ourselves walk in "Bear" boots of the Moscow company "All-terrain Vehicle" (cost about 3000 rubles).
Warm socks (2 pairs).
Bathing accessories (bathing suit, slates, towel, bathrobe if possible).
Sunglasses or ski mask.
Sunscreen.
Personal hygiene items.
Personal first aid kit.
Photo and video equipment, spare batteries.
A small backpack or handbag, where you can put bathing accessories or replaceable warm clothes.

Dates and Prices

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25 – 31 Mar 7 days 6 nights

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Reviews

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Yuri

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10 Jan, 2025

All excursions are well-planned and seamlessly adjusted throughout the tour.
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Tatiana

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9 Jan, 2025

Wishing all the tour team success in your business and good health! You’re doing an incredible job showcasing the beauty and breathtaking nature of Kamchatka. Thank you so much!!!
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Olga

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9 Jan, 2025

There were no issues with the organization

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