Discover the beauty of Iturup, one of the most mysterious and picturesque islands of the Kuril Archipelago! 

Here you will enjoy the views of ancient volcanoes and the majestic ocean, incredible landscapes and amazing natural phenomena that will leave an unforgettable impression! 

This tour is filled with a variety of activities and exciting discoveries that will allow you to become a true wildlife explorer.

Location

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
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$1,170
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 16 – 19 June, 2025
    • 23 – 26 June, 2025
    • 30 June – 3 July, 2025
    • 7 – 10 July, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Guest House
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 17 people
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
Contact the tour coordinator
Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Rest and relaxation
You can enjoy the waters in three thermal springs that will relax you after an active day
The majestic Yankito Plateau
You will see beautiful landscapes and a variety of frozen lava flows of bizarre shapes
Picturesque White Cliffs
Head to the beach of porous volcanic glass and pumice stone and stroll through the canyon
Far Eastern delights
Try a variety of local dishes, including Iturup fish soup and eggs with red caviar
Turquoise lakes
You will visit one of the most accessible active volcanoes of Iturup Island with hot lakes of unusual color, fumaroles and mineral streams
Unusual locations
You will take a lot of bright and memorable photos against the background of incredible landscapes

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Departure to O. Iturup

    Self-service transfer to the airport.

    Check-in for the flight.

    Departure from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.

    Arrival in Kurilsk. Meeting.

    Transfer to Kurilsk. Accommodation at the hotel.

    Dinner at a cafe in the city.

    Transfer to the hotel.

    The exact time of departure to O. Iturup is unknown at the time of publication of the program. In case of a significant difference in the timing of the program with the actual flight schedule, the program may be changed, while the volume and content of excursions will remain unchanged.
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  • Day 2 - Boat trip around the Chirip Peninsula. The Eye of the Dragon. White rocks. Hot Water thermal springs
  • Day 3 - Jeep tour to Kasatka Bay. A mirrored beach. The Devil's Rock. Thermal springs "Baths"
  • Day 4 - The Museum of Local Lore. Jeep tour to the foot of the Baransky volcano. Rest in the thermal springs. Departure to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Guest House
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Upscale

The tour provides accommodation on the island. Iturup in standard rooms at the Kasatka guest house or similar.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, RUB.:

For double occupancySurcharge for single occupancyChild under 12 years old in double occupancy
104 64811 100101 648

An additional fee for a guaranteed room with amenities in the Kasatka guest house is 4,500 rubles/room.

Kasatka Guest House 3 nights
The Kasatka Hotel started its work in May 2022. 
 
The hotel has 4 rooms with two separate beds and a bathroom, as well as two showers for four rooms. 
 
The hotel also has 2 rooms with one bed and in-room amenities and one triple room that can accommodate four people. 
 
The room has all the necessary amenities.
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Tour conditions

Group
up to 17 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

Included in price

  • guided tours according to the program; 
  • transfers according to the program; 
  • accommodation on the island Iturup — standard rooms in the Kasatka guest house or similar;
  • meals specified in the tour program (3 breakfasts, 2 lunches + 1 tasting, 1 camping snack, 1 dinner);
  • transportation services on the routes; 
  • accompanied by professional instructors on all routes; 
  • entrance tickets to museums and springs;
  • registration of permits for staying in the border zone on the island. Iturup;
  • accident insurance, insurance coverage up to 100,000 rubles.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk and back;
  • air tickets on the route (air ticket price 2024. If the cost increases, the difference is paid additionally): Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk — Kurilsk / Kurilsk — Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk (surcharge when booking a tour):
    • adult — 15,800 rubles/person.;
    • children (2-12 years old) — 8,900 rubles/person.;
  • meals outside the program and dinners on the island. Iturup, indicated in the program marked "independently";
  • guaranteed room with amenities in the guest house "Kasatka" — 4,500 rubles per room.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Camping equipment:

  • clothes:
    • a warm sweater;
    • warm wool socks;
    • windbreaker;
    • windproof and waterproof jacket;
    • raincoat;
    • thermal underwear;
    • t-shirts;
    • shorts;
    • bathing suit;
  • headdress, accessories:
    • a panama hat or a cap;
    • knitted hat;
    • sunglasses;
    • cotton gloves;
  • shoes:
    • comfortable sneakers, worn, with a tenacious sole or trekking boots, waterproof sneakers;
    • sandals for walking on water, slates.

On each route, you must have a change of clothes and shoes with you.

Documents:

  • passport, voucher;
  • medical insurance policy;
  • insurance policy;
  • birth certificate (if a child is flying with you).
What is necessary to obtain passes to the Kuril Islands?
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Dates and Prices

Reviews

  • AA
    Alexey Alexandrovich Tolmachev
    13 Nov, 2024
    about provider
    The experience was incredible: the vast Pacific Ocean, the Sea of Okhotsk, rolling hills, volcanoes, mountain roads by jeep, miles of sea journeys, and new friends along the way. In Kurilsk, we were warmly welcomed and surrounded by kind, helpful people. A special thanks to Guram and Svetlana, Igor and Nikita. And many thanks to the 'Big Country' team, especially Dmitry. Explore the wonders of Russia...
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