Kola in March. In search of whales and the Aurora Borealis

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The variety of natural wonders of the Kola Peninsula is incredible. If you dream of seeing whales and the aurora borealis, then March is the perfect time to visit this amazing place.

You will live far from civilization in a well-maintained wooden house with a fireplace and a sauna, you will go on snowmobiles to a small island in the Lovozersk tundra where in the evenings you will catch the aurora borealis. You will visit the reindeer herders' farm and get acquainted with the Sami way of life and cuisine. And then move closer to the Barents Sea to Teriberka in search of whales. Mesmerizing landscapes and a lot of impressions from what you saw will be remembered for a lifetime!

Location

Murmansk

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Tour highlights

The Hunt for the Northern Lights

Let's observe an incredible natural phenomenon that will not leave anyone indifferent

A walk along the Barents Sea

There will be an opportunity to go on a sea trip and see whales and killer whales

At the edge of the earth

We will walk along Teriberka, admire the views of the ocean and visit the cemetery of ships

Getting to know the cuisine of the peoples of the North

Let's try the Sami cuisine of fish, venison and berries

On a sledge on the snow-covered tundra

We'll go on a sledge for snowmobiles to Seydoozero

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting with the group. Departure to the village of Lovozero
Arrival in Murmansk.
10:00 Meeting in the city, departure to the village of Lovozero at the airport. The road to Lovozero village is 130 km by minibus (approximately 2.5 hours) with a stop at a cafe on the way.
A 25 km snowmobile sledge ride to the base.
Accommodation in a comfortable and comfortable house.
Supper.
Day 2 - A sleigh ride to Seydoozero
Breakfast.
A sleigh ride for snowmobiles to Seydoozero.
Visit to the nature reserve "Seydyavr" and the sacred lake of the Sami - Seydozera.
A small reservoir is sandwiched among the Lovozersky Tundra mountains, where a silhouette of a man, created by nature and the play of light and shadow, is read on one of the steep cliffs.
Hot tea and sandwiches on the route.
Return.
Rest. Bathhouse.
Supper.
We are waiting for the northern lights.

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Day 3 - Deer camp. Husky Park
Breakfast.
Snowmobile transfer to the Deer camp, lunch at the plague.
Departure to the village of Lovozero.
Visit to the Sami Museum and Husky Park.
Sleepover.

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Day 4 - Transfer to Teriberka village
Breakfast. Transfer to Teriberka village (270 km) by minibus.
Accommodation in Teriberka.
Supper. We live by the sea.
Day 5 - A day in Teriberka on the shore of the Barents Sea
Breakfast.
Hike to the Battery Waterfall and the Dragon Eggs beach.
A day in Teriberka on the shores of the Barents Sea. If the weather conditions allow, we go to sea in search of whales.
Boat trip (extra charge, cost 5000 rubles).

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Day 6 - A walk through the Old Teriberka. Murmansk
Breakfast. A walk through the Old Teriberka.
Lunch.
Transfer to Murmansk. Placement.
A walk around the city.
If desired and possible, you can visit the nuclear icebreaker Lenin and eat delicious seafood in one of the restaurants.
*The route and route schedule can be adjusted on the spot based on
weather conditions, group preparedness, and other circumstances.
Day 7 - Departure
Breakfast.
Free time.
Flight home.

Difficulty

For any person

Accommodation

Guest House

5 nights
Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Midscale

Accommodation in the tour is provided in comfortable guest houses.

A cottage in the middle of an island on a lake, with amenities inside the house.
Accommodation in rooms 2-4 places.
There is a sauna.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 18 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Murmansk

Included in price

all transfers;
nutrition;
accommodation at the base in Lovozera, Teriberka and Murmansk;
sauna, snowmobile casts and discards;
excursions and entrance fees.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Murmansk and back;
meals at the cafe on the way;
boat trip (5000 rubles. paid on the spot if the weather is favorable for going to sea).

It's important to know

individual first aid kit (with the necessary set of personal and specific medicines no more than 200 g by weight);
A backpack for radial exits – one can be used for everything;
a plastic bag or a hermetic bag (inserted inside the backpack to protect against moisture) ;
headlamp; batteries;
sunglasses;
sleeping bag;
spoon, mug, plate, knife;
matches sealed in polyethylene or plastic packaging, lighter;
thermos;
thermal underwear (winter);
winter insulated trousers;
fleece; warm vest;
storm suit – windproof jacket + trousers;
the down jacket is thick;
socks (winter trekking and woolen, high) — at least 2 pairs;
winter boots + warmers + shoe covers with rubber galoshes;
eva boots with a thick liner -60, etc. with enough free space inside under the toe of the insole, etc. (if the shoes put even a little pressure on even the coolest ones, the feet will freeze);
felt boots with a sole with a free space inside;
slippers for houses;
the cap is warm and windproof (if a regular hat, then the jacket should have a hood,
buff or scarf around the neck, balaclava);
fleece gloves + downy mittens (or fleece gloves, warm mittens + windproof large mittens);
disposable hand and foot warmers;
personal hygiene products (toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, etc.).

Dates and Prices

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$879

24 Feb – 2 Mar, 2025 7 days 6 nights

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