Our Chinese department:
09:00 Transfer to the port of Korsakov.
Boarding the ship.
Departure to Shikotan Island.
Tickets for the ship and meals on the ship are paid additionally.
We invite you to an exciting trip to the two Kuril Islands — Shikotan and Kunashir!
You will discover amazing landscapes that will not leave even discerning travelers indifferent.
Fascinating trekking routes through the thickets of the Kuril bamboo, stunning fumarole fields, majestic volcanoes, lakes and coves await you.
Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the beauty and uniqueness of these places!
Location
Sakhalin region, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
Tour highlights
Cape Edge of the World
You will feel like a true discoverer of the vast expanses.
Boat trip
You will become a participant in an exciting adventure through the waters of the Sea of Okhotsk to the Kuril Islands
Mighty volcanoes
Take a walk through the fumarole field of the Mendeleev volcano, which resembles the landscapes of Mars.
Cape Columnar
Explore the unique basalt columns created by nature
Golovnin Volcano Lakes
Go on an excursion to the volcano's caldera, where you will see two unusual lakes.
Scenic Shikotan
Enjoy the solitude in the coves, where the beauty of nature gives you a sense of harmony and peace.
Itinerary
- Day 1 - Departure to Shikotan Island
- Day 2 - Arrival at Shikotan Island
- Day 3 - Nameless Bay. Cape Edge of the World
- Day 4 - Mount Shikotan. Dimitrov Bay
- Day 5 - Transfer by boat to Kunashir Island
- Day 6 - Golovnin volcano caldera. Lakes are Hot and Boiling
- Day 7 - The fumarole field of the Mendeleev volcano
- Day 8 - Cape Columnar
- Day 9 - Departure to Korsakov
- Day 10 - Arrival at the port of Korsakov
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments
A route for physically fit participants.The tour includes walking trips of 3-7 km in one direction
Accommodation
Accommodation
- Hotel7 nights
Comfort
- Basic+
The tour provides accommodation in hotels on Shikotan Island (double occupancy, room facilities) and Kunashir Island (double occupancy), as well as in the cabins of the ship.
The cost of the tour for 1 person is 205,000 rubles/person.
Single occupancy is not provided on the tour. Check-in is possible, please check the details when booking.
The Kunashir Hotel or The Zvezda Hotel 4 nights
The Kunashir Hotel
The hotel is located in the village of Yuzhno-Kurilsk (Sakhalin region, Mira Street, 16) and offers various rooms.
The ground floor has a dining area with panoramic windows and views of the bay. A washing machine is also available at the hotel.
The location is convenient, there are no outbuildings nearby. The view of the bay and the sunsets is one of the key advantages.
Another option
The Zvezda Hotel
The Zvezda Hotel is located in Malokurilskoye village (11 Sportivnaya Street, Sakhalin Oblast) and offers various rooms.
In the rooms: refrigerator, kettle, TV, shower, heated towel rail. Wi-Fi is stable.
There is a shared kitchen and a washing machine.
It is located close to the bay, shops, bus stop and pier. The lighthouse is about a 30-minute walk away.
The cabin of the ship 3 nights
Tour conditions
Group
From 4 to 11 tourists
Minimum age
10 years old
Duration
10 days 9 nightsGroup meets at
Sakhalin region, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
Included in price
- transfers according to the program;
- meals included in the program (5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners);
- tour service;
- support during the tour;
- registration of a pass to the Kuril Islands;
- habitation:
- Yuzhno-Kurilsk – Kunashir Hotel (double occupancy);
- Malokurilskoye – Zvezda Hotel (double occupancy, room facilities).
Paid extra
- flights to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk and back;
- a boat ticket on the route port Korsakov – port Malokurilsk (3rd category) – the price is being specified;
- a boat ticket on the route Shikotan – Kunashir (3rd category) - the price is being specified;
- ticket for the ship on the route Kunashir – Sakhalin (3rd category) rubles – the cost is specified;
- meals on the ship.
It's important to know
Personal equipment you need for the tour
Shoes:
- Comfortable city shoes. You will need it to travel to and between our islands. You will also need it to move around the city between excursions and during city tours. There are no fundamental features here. Which is convenient for whom. To save space in your suitcase, you can use sneakers as urban shoes, as we will discuss below.
- Sneakers. This is the most versatile type of shoe for traveling to Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands. We advise you to purchase sneakers that can resist moisture and have a good ribbed sole for hiking on slippery ground and crossing small rivers.
- Trekking boots. If you choose to travel through Kunashir and Shikotan, then you should be prepared for long trekking routes. Our programs include routes from 8 to 15 km per day over rough terrain. To overcome these routes, you need trekking shoes with good foot fixation. It is advisable that the shoes are water-repellent.
- Rubber slippers. This type of shoe will be necessary for you to move around the hotel, sauna and hot springs on Iturup and Kunashir. We advise you to pay attention to fixed slippers, they will be especially comfortable for you in natural hot springs, where there is no good smooth surface.
Clothing:
- To begin with, it will replace your traditional underwear while bathing in hot springs and going to the sauna. It's about swimming trunks and a swimsuit. Please note that some types of fabric can turn red after bathing in hot springs, so you should not take the latest collection of famous brands with you.
- Thermal underwear. We advise you to take a set of thermal underwear with you on a trip if you are planning a trip to Kunashir and Shikotan, while we pay attention to the fact that although the tracks there are long, they are not very heavy, so it is at your discretion if you do not have excessive sweating, then you can do without it.
- Comfortable, breathable sweatpants. This is the most popular option for wearing clothes on your feet when traveling on our islands. Please note that the pants should stretch well, have a high fit and let moisture pass from your body.
- Shorts. You will need them for simple routes in hot weather. They can also be used to move around the city and in the hotel.
- Fleece clothing. We recommend that you take one zip-up fleece jacket with you. It can be used as a light jacket in the afternoon and evening in mild weather and worn under a windbreaker in cool weather. In any case, you can always take it off and put it in your backpack if you don't need it, and get it out if the weather worsens during the day.
- Windproof jacket. You must always have a jacket with you, no matter when and where you travel. It is very good if the jacket breathes and releases moisture from your body and at the same time is moisture-resistant from the outside, which will not let you get wet from the rain.
- Long sleeve T-shirt. We recommend that you wear these T-shirts while traveling through forests or dense vegetation, in order to protect your body from insects, sunlight and small scratches as much as possible.
Headgear:
- Buff. The most versatile headdress for active travel, which does not take up any space in your bag at all. From this headdress, you can make a light hat, a balaclava, and close your neck from the wind.
- Cap. This headdress will help protect you from the sun's rays in good weather.
Accessories:
- Sunglasses are a must—have travel accessory. Please note that the glasses should stay well on your head, as they often fall and break during the route. It is very convenient if the glasses have a drawstring for additional fixation on the neck.
- Sunscreen. Be sure to bring sunscreen with you. Even when the sun is not shining very brightly and the sky is cloudy, your skin will be very exposed to ultraviolet sunlight during an excursion or trekking route. At this point, there is a very high probability of getting burned.
- Mosquito and tick repellents. To protect yourself from ticks, mosquitoes and whiteflies, we recommend that you take an individual bottle. Pay attention to whether you are allergic to these products.
- Lightweight backpack of 30-40 liters. It is necessary to take a backpack with you on all trips to our islands. It will be useful to you on any route, in it you can store personal belongings, food and water, a first-aid kit, a camera and things. Please note that you should be comfortable carrying this backpack for a long time. It is advisable to have a rain cover for a backpack.
- Trekking poles. If you are going on a tour of Kunashir and Shikotan, we recommend taking trekking poles with you, they will help significantly relieve the load during long crossings on the route.
- Towel. You will need a towel when traveling on the island of Kunashir. Unfortunately, the hotel does not allow you to take towels from the room to visit the hot springs, so tourists need to have their own towel. You can bring it with you or buy it on the spot.
- Personal hygiene products and a personal first aid kit. Every tourist should have personal hygiene products with them, as well as a personal first-aid kit with medicines that you need for your health or body behavior in different situations.
- Camera and Power Bank. Nowadays, most modern mobile phones have decent cameras, but if you are interested in photography professionally, you will definitely need good photographic equipment, we have a lot of work for you) In any case, we recommend taking a portable charger with you.
- Individual thermos flask or thermocup. When traveling through Kunashir and Shikotan, during a long transit, you may need an individual thermos or a thermocup if you drink tea or coffee. In the morning at the hotel you will have the opportunity to prepare the drink you need for yourself.
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Dates and Prices
- 19 – 28 Jul 10 days 9 nights
- 23 Aug – 1 Sep 10 days 9 nights
Reviews
- AAnastasiaabout provider30 Jan, 2025Amazing tour! I enjoyed every moment of it. The guides were incredibly friendly and enthusiastic, and the food along the way was fantastic. Fresh fish and seafood every day - an absolute treat!
- TTatyanaabout provider27 Nov, 2024Everything was flawlessly organized, with no issues or complications. Everything went perfectly :) it was the best vacation ever! :D
- MCMarina Chugunovaabout provider21 Nov, 2024Thank you so much for organizing the tour. Everything was outstanding! A special thanks to Vladimir, who was knowledgeable, friendly, and patient in answering all our questions, as well as the amazing Igor and the drivers who transported us safely and ensured we were well-fed. Most importantly, the team expertly and thoughtfully showed us all the must-see sights. The memories of the sea and the Pacific Ocean will stay with us forever. Many thanks once again!
