Winter whale adventures under the Northern Lights on the Kola Peninsula

Welcome to the winter Kola!

Get ready to go hunting for the northern lights, visit Teriberka on the ocean coast, meet reindeer, ride a husky sled through the coniferous forest and arrange a tour of the city of Murmansk. 

Let's follow your unforgettable journey to the Far North!

Location

Murmansk
from
$683
+ tickets to the starting point of the tour
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 21 – 24 November
    • 28 November – 1 December
    • 5 – 8 December
    • 12 – 15 December
    • Dates for next season
    • 16 – 19 January, 2025
    • 23 – 26 January, 2025
    • 30 January – 2 February, 2025
    • 6 – 9 February, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 17 people
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Murmansk
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The life of the people of the Kola Peninsula
Immerse yourself in the Sami lifestyle – reindeer, huskies and national dishes
The boundless beauty of the tundra
Take great photos at the edge of the earth
The magic of the Northern Lights
Twice "hunt" an incredible natural phenomenon
Gastronomic diversity
Enjoy the amazing flavors of Arctic cuisine
Impressive Murmansk
You will find out why the city was nicknamed the "gateway to the Arctic" and what it is known for
Boat trip
Embark on an exciting sea adventure to search for whales

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Welcome dinner, hunting for the northern Lights

    Arrival in Murmansk.

    We recommend arriving before 16:00 on the first day so that you can check into the hotel, relax and leave your things.

    The transfer is not included in the price of the tour. You can get to your place of residence by taxi or public transport on your own (the cost of a taxi to Murmansk is approximately 1000 rubles).

    19:00 Welcome dinner with Arctic cuisine at the restaurant in the city center. It is included in the tour price and will provide an opportunity to get to know the team better.

    Departure for the "hunt" for the northern lights lasting 3-5 hours. 

    The program includes photography and 2 trips to the Northern Lights without additional charges, which increases the chances of seeing it up to 98%! The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and no one can guarantee its appearance. That is why the program includes 2 trips.

    The gathering of tourists takes place in the parking lot at the Azimut hotel (in the center of Murmansk). The approximate time of the fees is 20:00 – 22:00, but it is better not to be late and come a little in advance. The exact time and place of the training camp will be announced by the coordinator the day before. 

    The duration of the "hunt" is 3-5 hours, depending on how quickly you can find the starry sky. The most northern lights can appear at any moment! The guide will tell you about the nature of the northern lights, and how it happens.

    In the process of photographing, group photos are taken first, then individual ones on a first-come, first-served basis.

    To keep warm, you will be offered hot tea with light snacks (sweets, chocolate, cookies).

    After the tour, you will be taken to your hotel in Murmansk. The approximate time of return is 00:00-02:00 at night.

    You will receive photos after the tour for 3-4 days in the format of a link to Google Drive or Yandex Disk.

  • Day 2 - An ethnic village with deer and huskies
  • Day 3 - Teriberka, the ocean coast and a boat trip
  • Day 4 - Murmansk, Alyosha Memorial
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour provides a choice of accommodation in a 3* hotel ("Glarus" or similar) or in a 4* hotel (Azimuth or similar). 

The cost of the tour for the arrival dates November 21-24 – December 19-22 for 1 person, RUB.:

Tour formatThe cost of the tour
Tour with 3 nights in a 3* hotel+ breakfast, double/single accommodation66 500 / 77 600
Tour with 3 nights in a 4* hotel + breakfast, double/single accommodation74 900 / 91 800

The cost of the tour for the dates of arrival January 16-19 – April 3-6 for 1 person, RUB.:

Tour formatThe cost of the tour is RUB/person.
Tour with 3 nights in a 3* hotel + breakfast, double/single accommodation68 500 / 79 800
Tour with 3 nights in a 4* hotel+ breakfast, double/single accommodation79 800 / 99 800

The discount for children from 6 to 13 years old inclusive is 2,500 rubles. It does not apply to public holidays (February 23 and March 8).

Buffet or continental breakfasts are included, depending on the hotel category.

Azimut City Hotel Murmansk 4* or Glarus Hotel 3* 3 nights
Azimut City Hotel Murmansk 4*

Offering a restaurant, Azimut Hotel is located in the center of Murmansk.

Facilities include Wi-Fi, parking, ATM, business center, gym, sauna, solarium, massage room. A shuttle service can be arranged for an additional fee. The interior of the rooms is designed in a uniform style, each of them has comfortable furniture, a TV, a refrigerator, a safe, a mini-bar and a telephone.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the Arktika Restaurant. An a la carte dinner is served from 18:00 to 23:00. 

The art and local history museums, philharmonic Hall, puppet theater, Central Square are within walking distance. The airport can be reached by car in 40-50 minutes.

The distance to the bus station and the railway station will be no more than one kilometer. The airport can be reached by car in 40-50 minutes.

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Another option
Glarus Hotel 3*

Glarus Hotel is located in Murmansk, an 8-minute walk from Central Park. Free private parking is available on site. The Central Stadium is a 15-minute walk away.

The rooms are decorated in a classic style and feature a TV. The rooms have high ceilings and are furnished according to the author's design. Each has all the necessary furniture and appliances. There is a free Wi-Fi connection.

It features a restaurant, sauna and snack bar.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 17 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Murmansk

Included in price

  • meals (3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner);
  • accommodation at the selected hotel;
  • transportation service according to the tour program;
  • 2 trips to hunt for the Northern lights;
  • registration of passes and excursion to Teriberka;
  • guided tours according to the program;
  • boat trip and whale hunting;
  • sledding with huskies (with sufficient snow cover);
  • a professional guide with at least 5 years of experience;
  • a sleigh ride behind a snowmobile to the ocean and to the waterfall (with sufficient snow cover).

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Murmansk and back;
  • dinners (except the first day);
  • souvenir products;
  • transfer from/to the airport or railway station.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • thermal underwear;
  • high winter shoes without heels;
  • a cap;
  • scarf;
  • gloves;
  • sunglasses;
  • winter pants and jacket.
  • personal thermos or thermos cup (optional);
  • Portable charging;
  • personal hygiene items;
  • personal first aid kit;
  • backpack for personal belongings;
  • cash;
  • passport;
  • the MHI policy.

Also take spare items with you.

Are there any guarantees that we will see the northern Lights?
Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Are there any discounts for children?
When will the second trip to the Northern Lights take place?
What time should I take tickets?
How is the food organized?
Will we see whales in Teriberka?
Is it possible to launch a drone for filming?
Why can the road to Teriberka be closed?
If the boat trip is canceled?

Dates and Prices

  • from
    $683
    21 – 24 Nov 4 days 3 nights
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  • from
    $703
    28 Nov – 1 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • from
    $683
    5 – 8 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • from
    $683
    12 – 15 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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  • from
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    19 – 22 Dec 4 days 3 nights
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