Hiking in the heart of Khibiny and Aku-Aku Gorge

19 more

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure? Join a hike in the heart of the Khibiny Mountains!

In four days you will be able to visit the most significant and beautiful places of the Khibiny Mountains, get acquainted with the myths and secrets of unique places, enjoy the polar day, touch the summer snow and relax from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The length of the route is 35 km.

Location

Murmansk

Hiking tours

from

Early
booking

Contact the tour coordinator

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

Or text us in messengers

Tour highlights

Away from the city noise

Take your mind off the hustle and bustle of the city by going for a walk along the picturesque streams and mesmerizing mountains

The mystery of the Aku-Aku Gorge

Enjoy the beauty of the stone statues surrounding you from all sides

Hiking romance

You will feel the beauty of hiking after spending magnificent nights under the stars

Itinerary

Day 1 - Murmansk — Imandra. Hiking along the Goltsovka mountain river
From Murmansk, we leave at 10:12 to the Imandra station by rail on train No. 21.
Arrival at the Imandra station at 12:50.
From the Imandra station, we will walk along the Goltsovka mountain river to the intersection with the Chasnaiok River and get up for the first night.
The height difference is only 200 meters, but even here it is already clear that we are in the mountains.
Picturesque streams, mesmerizing mountains, what you need to switch from the noise of the city.

4 more photos
Day 2 - Meridian Creek — Yumyekorr Gorge
After a well-deserved rest and a delicious breakfast, we will hit the road.
Today our route lies to the mouth of the Meridialny Stream to the Yumyekorr gorge.
The gorge is also called the gorge of the dead and this is due to a long-standing Sami legend.
After crossing the gorge, we will descend into the forest zone to the picturesque Zvezdochka gorge.
The place is very popular, so today we will definitely meet other tourists.

3 more photos
Day 3 - Aku-Aku — Imandra Gorge
After resting and walking along the nearby hills, we will pack up our camp and move towards the Imandra station along the most famous gorge in the Aku-Aku Khibiny.
Translated, it means "the beginning-the beginning" or "mother."
Let's enjoy the stone sculptures surrounding us from all sides and go out into the valley of the Goltsovka River.
We'll stand next to her for the night.

6 more photos
Day 4 - Departure
Transfer to the Imandra station.
Having gathered slowly, we will reach the railway station and head by train No. 22 towards the city of Murmansk.
The train departs at 18:40 and arrives in Murmansk at 21:21.

1 more photo

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Tent

3 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour includes accommodation in tourist tents.

The cost of the tour is 18,500 rubles/person.

Discounts:

for those who have their own sleeping bag, mat, tent — 2,000 rubles.;
regular customers — 5%;
groups of 3 or more people — 5% each.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 12 tourists

Minimum age

14 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Murmansk

Included in price

meals specified in the program (3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners);
group-wide equipment rental (campfire, tent, etc.);
the work of an instructor;
group first aid kit.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Murmansk and back;
railway tickets from Murmansk to Imandra station and back;
rent personal equipment (tents, sleeping bags, mats, mug, spoon, bowl) on request.

It's important to know

Backpack: for women at least 60 liters, for men at least 80 liters.;
backpack protection;
the fleece is not thick or a sweater, a sweater;
pants that will be comfortable for you in nature;
T-shirt or thin thermal underwear: a thermal T-shirt / synthetic is better for walking: it gets wet less, is easy to wash and dries quickly;
trekking socks + socks for camp;
wind/moisture proof outerwear;
raincoat;
trekking boots;
trekking poles optional;
a replacement set of clothes and shoes (for camp or in case you get wet);
buff, light cap, bandana;
thin gloves (fleece or synthetic);
mosquito repellents;
1 liter water bottle;
towel (preferably made of microfiber fabric: absorbs well, dries quickly);
personal hygiene products;
a set of dishes (mug, bowl, spoon, knife);
a personal first aid kit, those medicines that you personally need;
sunglasses;
Multiple bags: useful for packing wet and dirty things;
a headlamp.

Personal equipment (tents, sleeping bags, mats, mug, spoon, bowl) can be rented.

Dates and Prices

$181

24 – 27 Jul, 2025 4 days 3 nights

Submit request
No need to pay now

Reviews

E
Elena

1 Nov, 2024

about provider

Everything is well organized: meetings, transfers, accommodation, meals—everything has been thought of.

1 Nov, 2024

6 more photos