Autumn and winter activities in Karelia

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A two-day adventure on snowmobiles and sleds with sled dogs through the picturesque and deserted corners of South Karelia with an overnight stay in a cozy eco-house.

The program includes an exciting tour of the northern sled dog kennel and acquaintance with the real Arctic explorers who participated in expeditions to the North Pole and other Arctic routes.

On this trip, you will be able to enjoy the true peace and quiet of the northern nature, as well as get an unforgettable experience.

The tour is designed for 2-4 participants at a time. More participants on request.

Location

Petrozavodsk

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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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Tour highlights

Interesting routes

Take a dog sledding trip through the Karelian forest to a picturesque lake

Mini snowmobile expedition

Take a snowmobile ride with the breeze, and during a rest stop you can refresh yourself with food cooked over a campfire.

Cozy atmosphere

Spend the evening by the fireplace, watching the fire dance and enjoying Karelian cuisine

Itinerary

Day 1 - Getting to know sled dogs and traveling by dog sled
The tour starts at approximately 08:00.
Meeting in Petrozavodsk or at the airport.
If you arrive later than the start of the main group, then join on your own at the moment where the group is located in Petrozavodsk. If the group is already in the eco-complex at the time of arrival, it is possible to arrange a transfer for an additional fee (reservation in advance).
Transfer to the Polar Explorer's House (30 km).
Breakfast in Karelian style.
Briefing, acquaintance with the instructor, information on the program completion.
Safety briefing, selection of equipment.
Getting to know sled dogs.
Team gathering.
Team management training.
A dog sledding trip through the Karelian forest to the forest lake.
A snack by the campfire at a rest stop while driving along the route.
Return to the Polar Explorer's House.
Summing up the results of the day.
Dinner by the fireplace — Karelian cuisine and tasting of Karelian tinctures based on northern herbs and berries.
Watching films about the Arctic from the Arctic Open International Arctic Film Festival.

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Day 2 - Mini snowmobile expedition
Breakfast at the Polar Explorer's House.
Briefing, safety briefing.
The start of the mini-expedition is a snowmobile ride along the route.
Camping, cooking over a campfire.
Lunch with "smoke".
Picnic in the forest.
Return to the Polar Explorer's House.
Dinner — Northern cuisine by the fireplace.
The completion of the program is the awarding of diplomas.
Transfer to Petrozavodsk/airport.
The program ends at approximately 18:00-19:00. We recommend taking tickets for evening flights.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Guest House

1 night

Comfort

Basic+

The tour includes accommodation in a guest house.

The cost of the tour for 1 person:

adult — 39,900 rubles;
children 8-12 years old — 26,300 rubles;

The additional payment to the program for one person traveling by sled / snowmobile is 5,000 rubles/day.

The tour is designed for 2-4 participants at a time. More participants on request.

The guest house "House of the Polar Explorer" can accommodate 18 people at the same time.

The house has 6 rooms — four triple rooms, one double room, one quadruple room, no single rooms, two bathrooms and a shower cabin.

Usually, guests who do not cook themselves, but prefer to eat from the kitchen, move in here.

It houses the administration of the tourist complex and a lounge - a cozy fireplace room with a large TV and Wi-Fi.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 2 to 4 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

2 days 1 night

Group meets at

Petrozavodsk

Included in price

all transfers and excursions according to the program;
provision of specialized equipment;
walking along routes with equipped bivouacs (parking area);
professional instructor support;
meals according to the program, including a hot campfire meal;
photo and video shooting with your own equipment;
accommodation in a guest house;
insurance.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
meals not specified in the program;
photo session with a professional photographer — from 8,000 rubles.;
a walk with a dog — 500 rubles.;
It is possible to organize an additional day on snowmobiles or dog sleds — check with the manager.;
The additional payment to the program for one person traveling by sled / snowmobile is 5,000 rubles/day.

It's important to know

Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

Dates and Prices

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Individual dates available on request

1 Nov – 14 Dec

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5 – 6 Nov 2 days 1 night

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12 – 13 Nov 2 days 1 night

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19 – 20 Nov 2 days 1 night

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26 – 27 Nov 2 days 1 night

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3 – 4 Dec 2 days 1 night

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10 – 11 Dec 2 days 1 night

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14 – 15 Jan, 2027 2 days 1 night

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21 – 22 Jan, 2027 2 days 1 night

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28 – 29 Jan, 2027 2 days 1 night

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4 – 5 Feb, 2027 2 days 1 night

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11 – 12 Feb, 2027 2 days 1 night

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18 – 19 Feb, 2027 2 days 1 night

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25 – 26 Feb, 2027 2 days 1 night

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4 – 5 Mar, 2027 2 days 1 night

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11 – 12 Mar, 2027 2 days 1 night

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18 – 19 Mar, 2027 2 days 1 night

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25 – 26 Mar, 2027 2 days 1 night

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1 – 2 Apr, 2027 2 days 1 night

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8 – 9 Apr, 2027 2 days 1 night

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15 – 16 Apr, 2027 2 days 1 night

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22 – 23 Apr, 2027 2 days 1 night

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