A trip to the White Sea

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A sea tour by motor boats allows you to visit and get acquainted with the nature and history of the northern coast of the White Sea. Observe many marine mammals and birds in the wild, see the flowering of marine plants, enjoy the stately beauty of the stone sea shores and the tranquility of sandy coves.

Location

Murmansk region, Tersky district, urban-type settlement of Umba

from

US$ 341

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

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Tour highlights

Water adventures

High-speed sea crossings by motor boats

Let's go in search of the local inhabitants

Observations of large marine mammals and numerous birds, acquaintance with marine flora and fauna, a tour of the littoral

A prehistoric maze!

Visit to the ancient Proto-Saami labyrinth, a rarely visited archaeological site on the shores of the White Sea

Authentic lighthouses

Numerous lighthouses and light signs on the shores and islands of the White Sea. We will definitely visit one of them

How delicious!

On a sea trip, we will definitely go fishing and taste delicious seafood delicacies. Here you can catch: cod, herring, catfish and flounder

Wonders of the Arctic

The journey takes place beyond the Arctic circle. Endless northern sunrises and sunsets, an ode to the white nights and the polar day

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome aboard!
Arrive on your own by morning /night train to Kandalaksha with a transfer to the bus to Umba (the option of arrival via Murmansk or Apatity is not cheaper and does not give time gain, the train is more convenient, only if you did not want to visit Murmansk, I will consult on logistics).
Meeting in the village of Umba at 10:00 the beginning of the tour: loading ashore, briefing, going to sea.
Transfer to the ancient stone labyrinth and overnight on the shore.

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Day 2 - Sea crossing
On this day, we have to make the main sea crossing. We will go deep into the Kandalaksha Bay to the uninhabited islands. Along the way, we will try to fish for cod, watch seals and look for meetings with belugas.
Let's get up for the night by an unusual semi-salty lake, this is a wild corner. It is not uncommon for moose to cross the river here and a forest owl screams.

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Day 3 - By the sea weather..
On our journey, we must try to visit the fabulous island of sirens. And as in all fairy tales, it should be done at sunset, asking the sea for permission and the weather. Therefore, in the afternoon we will go on an eco-tour of the littoral of the White Sea and visit the old lighthouse.

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Day 4 - Observation Day
Starting from the night we will find ourselves on the island, where we will see an incredible number of birds and marine animals. At night, with the sun moving low, you will see the extraordinary beauty of not just a polar day, but a polar sea day!
In the afternoon there will be a sea crossing, based on the weather conditions, we will try to make a hiking bath right on the seashore.

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Day 5 - The final day
Sea crossing to the finish line, we will go fishing on the way, and we will celebrate the end of the adventure with a Pomeranian fish soup.

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Difficulty

Low physical intensity for amateurs and non-experienced travelers

Tour organizer's comments

Sea trip to the bays and islands of the White Sea by motor boats. Excursions to islands, lighthouses, radial exits along the coast and overnight stays in the field.

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Overnight stays are held on cozy and beautiful shores, where we will set up a field camp with an awning, a campfire camp and overnight in tents. The conditions of everyday life are hiking!

Tour conditions

Group

up to 5 tourists

Minimum age

12 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Murmansk region, Tersky district, urban-type settlement of Umba

Included in price

meals on the route
the guide's work with the group
rental of necessary equipment: hermetic packs, life jackets, tents and mats, group first aid kit

Paid extra

air, railway, bus tickets to the starting point of the tour and back
organization of a sauna on the final day of the route

It's important to know

Sleeping bag on +3 — +5 comfort
A backpack of 60-80 liters (or even better, a travel bag, since all things will be transferred to a hermetically sealed bag)
Boots!!! You can buy winter EVAs at -10 Nordman power plus, Torvi -15 (second pair of shoes: boots or sneakers)
Raincoat
Windproof pants and jacket
Layered insulation: fleece, thermal underwear, socks.
A hat (without a hat at sea — well, no way!)
Change of underwear, swimsuit, slippers (crocs and analogues)
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Sealed: documents (they can be stored in the village) phones, power banks, gadgets, photographic equipment (it is best to purchase a sealed package of 10-15 liters)
Mug, bowl, spoon, knife
The seat

Dates and Prices

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Individual dates available on request

20 May – 10 Sep

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2 – 6 Jun, 2025 5 days 4 nights

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9 – 13 Jun, 2025 5 days 4 nights

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23 – 27 Jun, 2025 5 days 4 nights

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