Behind the whales under the bright lights of Aurora. Winter shortened tour to the Kola Peninsula

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If you want to watch the northern Lights and go in search of whales, hurry up to go to the winter fairy tale on the Kola Peninsula.

On the tour you will visit the most beautiful places of the Murmansk region, learn stories and legends about the indigenous peoples of the far North by the burning hearth, walk along snow-covered trails towards the ocean.

You will also immerse yourself in the ethnic world of the North, and an evening photo hunt in search of the northern lights will complement the journey with bright colors and amazing emotions.

Location

Murmansk

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Tour highlights

Boat trip

Explore the Barents Sea and get the opportunity to watch whales.

Secrets of the Northern Lights

Learn about the nature of the miraculous phenomenon, legends and riddles

Cute animals

Feed the reindeer and huskies, take photos and videos with these furry inhabitants.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Departure for the Northern Lights
You arrive in the hero city of Murmansk on your own.
We recommend that you arrive before 18:00 so that you have time to get to the hotel and check in.
Check-in at the hotel according to international standards starts at 14:00.
Check-in time at the hotel can be changed/ different, in case of postponement of check-in time, things can be left in the luggage room.
Let's go on a photo hunt!
The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and no one can guarantee its appearance.
Important! Departure is carried out according to favorable forecasts, in the absence of minimal chances, departure can be canceled and postponed to the next day.
It's impossible to watch the flashes burning in the sky in the city.
All the beauty is revealed far from the city lights, in the open spaces of the northern nature.
Gathering of the group at the Meridian Hotel.
The guide will inform you about the exact time the day before.
Please do not be late and always stay in touch, as the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and check—out times may change.
Hunting can take several hours, we kindly ask you to take care of warm clothes and shoes in advance!
During the search, the guide will not only tell you the details and rules of shooting, but also tell you about the wonders that are associated with the northern lights, the nature of its origin, the legends and secrets of the unique phenomenon.
Taking photos during the aurora is included in the price.
During shooting, you must carefully listen to the guide, observe safety precautions, and turn off the flash on the cameras.
Important! The photographer guide takes several general group shots after each participant's photo.
If the flash duration allows, you can take a few additional pictures.
We are returning to Murmansk, to the starting point.

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Day 2 - Teriberka. Boat trip
Gathering of the group in Teriberka.
The guide will inform you of the departure time the day before, the approximate departure time is 8:00 (time may vary, depending on weather conditions).
We will meet in the lobby of the Meridian Hotel, Five Corners Square, Vorovsky St., 5/23, Murmansk.
Crossing the endless tundra towards the ocean.
The trip to Teriberka will take about 2.5 hours in one direction.
The path itself will run through the amazing and incredible expanses of the northern tundra.
Along the way, we will make several stops to capture the beauty of the North on film.
On the way, the guide will tell you fascinating facts from the history of this amazing region.
The cemetery of abandoned ships is the main evidence of the past, the ship's frames are forever buried on the shoal of the Teribersk Bay.
A boat trip in search of wonders — let's go in search of whales!
A sea trip through the waters of the Barents Sea awaits you.
Along the way, we will observe the bird markets, enjoy the fascinating views of the steep cliffs extending deep into the seabed and the endless expanses of the Barents Sea.
And most importantly, along the way we will have a unique opportunity to see whales, killer whales and other marine life!
If the boat trip does not take place due to weather conditions, a refund is provided.
Lunch with a view of the ocean and the enchanting beauty of Teriberka (self-paid upon pre-order).
On weekends, restaurants offer a multi-course set lunch: vegetable salad, Kola soup or chicken noodle soup, a choice of meat or fish dish with side dish, bread basket and northern berry morse (1400 rubles/person).
Important! For reasons beyond the company's control, lunch may be canceled or booked at another restaurant.
Teriberka Nature Park: The Teriberka Nature Park is located on an area of several thousand hectares, which ensures the preservation of natural objects with high value.
Among the main places included in the park, we will visit:
Battery Waterfall, whose waters fall from the Small Battery Lake;
Dragon egg beach, traveling along the beach, you can take a lot of atmospheric photos.
During the snowy winter, when you can't get to Dragon Eggs Beach, Battery Falls and other natural attractions on foot, we'll use a snowmobile sled.
We say goodbye to Teriberka and the ocean.
We return to Murmansk.
The guide will inform you of the finish time the day before, and the estimated arrival time is 21:00 (time may vary depending on weather conditions).
In case of cancellation of the trip on the first day, go hunting for the northern Lights with a favorable forecast.
Important! The road to Teriberka may be closed in winter due to weather conditions, we do not risk your safety and will transfer the trip to another popular destination – Kirovsk. It is also possible to combine the second and third days of the tour with the recalculation of the cost of the tour (see the detailed program in the "Important to know" section).

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Day 3 - Ethnic park. Departure
Gathering a group.
The guide will inform you of the departure time the day before, the approximate departure time is 8:00 (time may vary, depending on the session).
We will meet in the lobby of the Meridian Hotel, Five Corners Square, Vorovsky St., 5/23, Murmansk.
Murmansk — Kirovsk transfer, the average journey time is 2.5 hours, including stops.
In the program:
stories and legends about the indigenous peoples of the Far North at the burning hearth;
active games (lasso throwing, archery, Sami football);
unique Sami objects and artifacts;
feeding reindeer and huskies. You will have the opportunity to take photos and videos.;
reindeer sledding (in winter);
lunch (a multi-course set meal, self-paid upon pre-order, cost 1,500 rubles/person).
Return to Murmansk.
Completion of the tour.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

The tour is not suitable for persons with disabilities, because boarding a boat is very difficult and is not suitable for this category

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the tariff, rub.:

Rate	Habitation	Cost for double occupancy	Surcharge for single occupancy
Standard	Without accommodation	41 000	–
Comfort (on request)	Hotels for accommodation (standard rooms): iTerra, Asgard, Glarus	53 200	6 500
Comfort+ (4* hotel accommodation)	Hotels for accommodation (standard rooms): Meridian, Azimut, Cosmos	66 200	13 500

Check-in on the tour is not provided.

iTerra Hotel

Iterra hotel — a modern hotel with 25 rooms opens its doors to the guests of the region and residents of our region!

There are 17 rooms with amenities at our disposal, among which, of course, we did not forget to select rooms for families with children and four-legged friends. From a shoe spoon to a teacup, from a hair dryer to a refrigerator — you will find everything you need in every room, and all this is yours for the entire stay in Iterra!!

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Another option

Meridian Hotel 4*

The Meridian 4* Hotel is the main hotel of the tour.

Meridian is a modern and comfortable hotel in the business center of the Arctic capital. Meridian Congress Hotel is located in the very center of Murmansk.

The main museums are within walking distance, for example, the historical exposition of the first nuclear icebreaker Lenin, moored in the city bay.

There are train, bus and marine stations within walking distance. And the trip from the airport or back will take no more than 40 minutes.

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Another option

Azimut Hotel 4*

AZIMUT City Hotel Murmansk 4* is located on the central square of the city "Five Corners".

The hotel building is the tallest in the Arctic Circle, so our guests enjoy an unforgettable panoramic view of the city and the Kola Bay.

Each room has household supplies and shower cosmetics.

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Another option

Cosmos Hotel 4*

Cosmos Murmansk Hotel 4* — it offers a gym, sauna, parking and wireless internet access.

Rooms of various categories are presented to your attention. Absolutely everyone has a TV, comfortable furniture, a split system, a refrigerator and a spacious bathroom with a set of disposable personal hygiene products. The windows offer a beautiful view.

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Another option

Asgard Hotel

Smart hotel "Asgard". All rooms are equipped in the best traditions of the hotel business. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Comfortable rooms for one or two guests. The room is heated during the cold season.

The room has everything you need for a comfortable stay: a comfortable bed with new linens, a large TV with Smart TV, and a private bathroom with a shower and all necessary hygiene products. All rooms have underfloor heating not only in the bathroom, but also in the room itself.

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Another option

The Glarus Hotel

Glarus is a cozy oasis in a quiet park area, in the very center of the city, a five—minute walk from the car, railway stations and the central square. Original design, 13 spacious rooms from economy to luxury class, high ceilings. The rooms have a shower, safe, refrigerator, hairdryer, TV and internet connection. Delicious breakfasts are included in the price.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 4 to 18 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Murmansk

Included in price

The standard rate

tour service:
- Teriberka;
- boat trip;
- ethnic village;
- 2 trips for the Northern Lights:
  - 1 required;
  - 1 extra if the forecast is favorable (in case of failure in 1 day);
entrance fees:
- Teriberka Nature Park;
- ethnic village;
- a place on the boat;
guide services;
transportation support.

Comfort rate

comfort hotel accommodation, standard rooms;
tour service:
- Teriberka;
- boat trip;
- ethnic village;
2 trips for the Northern Lights:
- 1 required;
- 1 extra if the forecast is favorable (in case of failure in 1 day);
entrance fees:
- Teriberka Nature Park;
- ethnic village;
- a place on the boat;
nutrition:
- continental breakfasts;
guide services;
transportation support.

Comfort+ rate

accommodation in a 4* hotel, standard rooms;
tour service:
- Teriberka;
- boat trip;
- ethnic village;
2 trips for the Northern Lights:
- 1 required;
- 1 extra if the forecast is favorable (in case of failure in 1 day);
entrance fees:
- Teriberka Nature Park;
- ethnic village;
- a place on the boat;
nutrition:
- breakfast buffet;
- guide services;
- transportation support.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Murmansk and back;
accommodation, when choosing the Standard rate;
single room at the hotel;
airport transfer (independent);
nutrition:
- breakfasts, when choosing the Standard fare;
- lunches and dinners not included in the program;
tourist tax (payable upon check–in) - 100 rubles/person (day).

It's important to know

Clothing and shoes:

Autumn: Windproof and waterproof clothing. Jackets preferably with a hood. The weather in the North is often changeable, precipitation is possible. A headdress. A set of thermal underwear and a fleece jacket. Comfortable waterproof shoes. Ideally, trekking boots or running shoes.
Winter: Thermal underwear, warm winter jacket and trousers, high-top warm winter shoes, hat, scarf, gloves (take spare items with you).

Documents, money, etc.:

passport;
compulsory medical insurance policy;
cash money;
Portable charging;
personal hygiene items;
personal first aid kit;
a backpack for personal belongings.

Snack, water. It is best to always have a snack, a bottle of water, and a small travel thermos with you (optional).

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Reviews

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Elena

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22 Jan, 2025

The organization of the tour was excellent. However, there was one downside: on the last day, the departure was scheduled for seven in the morning, and the group had to leave without breakfast. This isn’t our first trip, and in similar situations, we’ve usually been provided with packed meals. Unfortunately, this time that didn’t happen, and the hotel breakfast also starts at seven.
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Nina

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22 Jan, 2025

Everything was great. The tour fully delivered on its promises. Thank you!
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Olga Angarova

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6 Dec, 2024

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We really enjoyed it, and we were lucky with the weather too. Ruslan, who accompanied our group, was outstanding—truly top-notch! He made everything interesting, easygoing, and highly informative. Thank you, Ruslan, and thanks to the entire hosting team as well. Everything was fantastic!

Behind the whales under the bright lights of Aurora. Winter shortened tour to the Kola Peninsula

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