The way to the White Sea. Rafting on the Keret River

We invite you to an amazing trip to the north of Karelia.

Catamaran rafting on the Keret River is seven days of real adventure: picturesque nature, dynamic rapids and an unforgettable trip to the White Sea. 

In the parking lots, you can relax by the campfire, delicious food in the open air and overnight in tents, as well as a hiking bath during the day.

This tour is the perfect balance of outdoor activities and enjoying nature.

Location

Republic of Karelia, Louhi urban-type settlement
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$281
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Duration
7 Days
6 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 29 June – 5 July
    • 6 – 12 July
    • 13 – 19 July
    • 20 – 26 July
or
Accommodation
  • Tent
    6 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
From 2 to 17 tourists
Minimum age
8 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Karelia, Louhi urban-type settlement
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

An exciting rafting trip
Enjoy an uncomplicated rafting trip in the north of Karelia with crossing thresholds of 1-3 difficulty categories
Riches of flora and fauna
You can spy on the life of the underwater world, sunbathe and go in search of berries to make compote or just have a snack during a walk.
Varied recreation
Get the opportunity to recuperate in a hot tourist bath

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Rafting on the Keret River from Lake. Varlamovo to Lake. New

    The journey starts in Louhi village, where you need to get there on your own on the first day of the program.

    We recommend purchasing tickets for train No. 016 upon arrival from Moscow.

    After meeting at the Louhi railway station, you will be transferred to the starting point of the rafting – Lake. Varlamovo (20 km, about 30 minutes on the road).

    Breakfast in the field, preparation of equipment for going out on the river.

    Before the start, you will receive a safety briefing and pick up your equipment: a life jacket, helmet, paddles.

    General and personal items will be packed in waterproof bags.

    Rafting on the Keret River: Lake. Varlamovo Lake. Nameless – pore. White Fang (1-2 cc) – por. Murash (2 K.S.) – Lake. New. There is a total of 12 km of the way.

    There will be a hot lunch or snack on the way.

    The name Keret comes from the Sami word "giera", which means "top of the mountain".

    Keret belongs to the rivers of the mountain taiga type, it is relatively deep and wide.

    The river is a chain of lakes connected by rapids.

    Setting up a camp on one of the shores of Lake Novoe.

    Dinner and overnight in the field.

  • Day 2 - Rafting on the Keret River from Lake. New to oz. Varatskoye
  • Day 3 - The day
  • Day 4 - Rafting on the Keret River from Lake Baikal. Varatskoe until now. Oil - based
  • Day 5 - Access to the White Sea
  • Day 6 - The day
  • Day 7 - Route completion
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments

Rafting is suitable for beginners and families with children from 8 years old.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Tent
    6 nights
Comfort
  • Basic

Overnight stays in three-person tourist tents throughout the tour.

Each participant is provided with a thermal insulation mat.

It is possible to rent a double tent — 1,500 rubles. for the alloy.

15% discount for children from 8 to 12 years old.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the choice of watercraft, RUB.:

 Number of participantsCost
Rafting on a six-seater catamaran
5 participants + instructor28 200
Rafting on a four-person catamaran
3 participants + instructor 
(for ready-made crew only)
33 400
Rafting on a 2-, 4-, 6-seater catamaran, without an instructor2, 4, 6 participants,
without an instructor
(for ready-made crew only)
22 600

Applications for participation in the tour on a four—person catamaran are accepted only from ready-made crews - 3 people.

Applications for participation in the catamaran tour without an instructor are accepted only from ready—made crews - 2, 4, 6 people.

Tent camp 6 nights
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Tour conditions

Group
From 2 to 17 tourists
Minimum age
8 years old
Duration
7 days 6 nights
Group meets at
Republic of Karelia, Louhi urban-type settlement

Included in price

  • transportation services according to the program;
  • meals specified in the program;
  • instructors' work;
  • rental of rafting equipment: catamarans, paddles, helmets, life jackets,
    sealed packages, motor, fuel and lubricants;
  • rental of camp equipment: campfire equipment, tents (triple), thermal insulation mats.

Paid extra

  • railway tickets to Louhi station and back from Chupa station;
  • sleeping bag (comfort temperature +6°, extreme 0°, payable when booking the tour) – 700 RUB/tour.;
  • insurance of medical and other unforeseen expenses – from 100 rubles/person/day;
  • neoprene suit – 3,300 rubles/tour. (optional);
  • rent of a double tent – 1,500 rubles/tour (optional).

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Take with you:

  • a backpack without a machine or a travel bag;
  • sleeping bag (if you do not have a personal one, you can rent it from the company, payment is made when booking a trip).

The form of clothing during the rafting:

  • socks should be on your feet (not thin cotton, tighter). Shoes that you don't mind getting wet (sneakers are perfect). If you have neoprene socks or neoprene boots, it is welcome;
  • rubber boots are prohibited, because when they get into the water, they pull the participant down;
  • as outerwear: comfortable sportswear for the weather or a neoprene suit (if available). It is desirable that the clothes be quick-drying. We recommend not to take jeans, any sweatpants will do instead;
  • Recommended: put on a light Bolognese suit (protection from wind and moisture). Raincoats made of dense materials can be used;
  • you can take thin cotton gloves or neoprene gloves on your hands (optional);
  • there will be a helmet on your head, you can put a bandana under it;
  • you can take a camera, there will be sealed packages on the rafts, in which it can be hidden at the moment of passing the threshold;
  • if you wear glasses, try to come up with a chain for them (so as not to lose them) or put on lenses for the duration of the alloy.

A set of clothes for changing clothes after rafting:

  • a set of dry comfortable outerwear;
  • dry comfortable shoes and socks;
  • beanie/bandana/buff;
  • a set of spare underwear.

Clothing for sleeping in a tent:

  • warm loose clothing (if available, thermal underwear);
  • warm socks (woolen ones are possible) and a thin hat (nights can be cool);
  • for the evening, a fleece jacket / sweatshirt / jacket.

For a trip to the tourist bath:

  • individual towel;
  • swimsuit (boys / girls go to the bathhouse all together, groups of 8-10 people);
  • slates/sandals for sports.

Shoes (comfortable, without heels):

  • one for rafting on the river;
  • the second one is for the camp (you can take rubber boots if it rains according to the forecast);
  • The third one is "urban". 

Personal items:

  • knee pads (when rafting on a catamaran) — not necessary;
  • repellents (mosquitoes, midges);
  • flashlight with a set of spare batteries;
  • sunglasses and sunscreen and after sunburn, if it is sunny according to the forecast;
  • personal hygiene products (including toilet paper);
  • an individual first aid kit;
  • small polyurethane seat mat;
  • portable charger;
  • personal utensils (mug, deep bowl, spoon).

Documents and money in an airtight package:

  • passport;
  • medical insurance policy (photocopy is available);
  • We recommend that you always have a small amount of cash with you so that, if desired, you can quickly buy the necessary things at stops along the route.
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Dates and Prices

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    29 Jun – 5 Jul 7 days 6 nights
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    6 – 12 Jul 7 days 6 nights
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    13 – 19 Jul 7 days 6 nights
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    20 – 26 Jul 7 days 6 nights
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    27 Jul – 2 Aug 7 days 6 nights
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