The Kola Peninsula. Towards the whales

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We invite you to the Kola Peninsula!

During the three days of the trip, we will plunge into the history of the Russian North, visit the world-famous beauty of Teriberki, taste the gifts of the Barents Sea, plunge into the wonderful world of the Sami and, most importantly, we will go to sea in search of whales!

The cost of the tour without accommodation is 37,000 rubles.
The cost of the tour with accommodation starts from 45,500 rubles.

Location

Murmansk

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Tour highlights

Getting to know Murmansk

We will learn the history of the capital of the Arctic and visit the iconic places of the city

Towards the whales

Embark on an exciting sea voyage across the Barents Sea with the opportunity to see whales, killer whales and other marine life

Ethnic immersion

Get into the culture of the indigenous people and take part in active games

Itinerary

Day 1 - Getting to know Murmansk
You arrive in the hero city of Murmansk by air or railway transport on your own.
We recommend that you arrive before 13:00 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.
A general gathering of the group for lunch and acquaintance.
The meeting time of the group is 2:30 p.m. at the address: 5/23 Five Corners Square, Vorovsky St., Meridian Hotel lobby (the exact time will be indicated by the guide the day before).
We will go to one of the restaurants in the city for lunch, get to know each other and discuss plans for the day (included in the price of the tour).
We are going on a sightseeing tour of the hero city of Murmansk.
The guide will tell you about the origin of the city's name and introduce you to the significant architectural landmarks that make Murmansk unique.
The first point of the tour will be the Marine Station, where we will see the famous first nuclear—powered vessel on the planet, the nuclear icebreaker Lenin.
We will make an external inspection of this impressive vessel, and if you have tickets, you will have the opportunity to visit it with a guided tour and take a look inside.
Next, we will head to the memorial to the Sailors who Died in Peacetime, which contains sad pages of history.
This memorial complex includes a tower stylized as a lighthouse, a ship's anchor and part of the deckhouse raised from the legendary Kursk submarine, as well as the Church of the Savior on Waters, which is part of the complex.
Looking into the distance, you will see the majestic figure of a soldier more than 35 meters tall.
This will be the next point of our route — the Green Cape Hill and the memorial to the "Defenders of the Soviet Arctic", popularly known as "Alyosha".
This monument is a symbol of the courage and steadfastness of the defenders of Murmansk during the Great Patriotic War.
The monument "Waiting" is located nearby. Touching and graceful, he collects images of all the women who are looking forward to the return of their sailors: husbands, sons and fathers. This place fills the atmosphere with warmth and hope.
After the tour, you will have free time to relax or enjoy the evening Murmansk.
Stroll through the streets of the city, buy souvenirs in memory of your trip, or enjoy dinner at one of the restaurants, where you can enjoy a variety of dishes from both international and Northern cuisine.

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Day 2 - Teriberka and a sea voyage in the Barents Sea
Gathering of the group in Teriberka.
Your guide will announce the departure time the day before, previously it will be 8:00 a.m. (time may be correlated).
Meeting in the lobby of the Meridian Hotel at 5/23 Vorovsky St., Five Corners Square in Murmansk.
A journey through the tundra to the ocean.
The trip to Teriberka will take about 2.5 hours in one direction.
Along the way you will see the amazing expanses of the northern tundra.
We will make several stops for photography to capture the beauty of the northern landscapes.
The guide will tell you interesting facts about this amazing region.
The cemetery of abandoned ships.
Teriberka is an ancient fishing village based on fishing. The cemetery of ships serves as an eloquent witness to the past, where the carcasses of ships rest forever on the shoal of the Teribersk Bay.
Teriberka Nature Park.
The Teriberka Nature Park is located on an area of several thousand hectares, where valuable natural objects are protected.
The main places we will visit include:
the Battery waterfall, where the water falls from the Small Battery Lake.
Dragon Egg Beach, the perfect place for atmospheric photos.
Lunch with a view of the beauty of Teriberka (included in the price of the tour).
The tour includes a multi-course set lunch: chicken soup or fish soup with tender fillet of sea fish, a choice of meat or fish dish with a side dish, mors made from fresh northern berries.
Important! For reasons beyond the control of the company, lunch may be canceled.
The most long—awaited thing is that we are going to explore the Barents Sea.
An exciting sea voyage across the Barents Sea awaits you.
During the trip, we will be able to observe the noisy bird markets and enjoy the breathtaking views of the sheer cliffs stretching into the depths of the seabed, as well as the vast expanses of the Barents Sea.
The main highlight of the walk will be the unique opportunity to see whales, killer whales and other marine life!
The appearance of these animals depends on many factors, including the weather, but we are counting on luck and success!
If sailing is impossible due to weather conditions, the tour program will be adjusted and the cost recalculated.
A sandy beach and unity with nature.
You will have the opportunity to ride the northernmost swing and take photos with a view of the Barents Sea.
Farewell to Teriberka.
After a busy day in Teriberka, we return to Murmansk.
We are sure that Teriberka will leave an indelible impression and will become a part of your heart!
The guide will inform you of the arrival time the day before, presumably it will be 21:00

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Day 3 - The ethnic village and the small people of the North
Gathering a group.
The meeting place is the Meridian Hotel, located at 5/23 Vorovsky St., Murmansk (Five Corners Square). The guide will inform you in advance of the exact time of departure, approximately 7:00/7:30 a.m. (subject to change).
Murmansk — Kirovsk transfer. The average travel time is 2.5 hours each way, including stops.
An ethnic village.
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 with the ability to take photos and videos.
Lunch at one of the restaurants (included in the price of the tour).
Return to Murmansk and finish the tour.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

The tour may not be suitable for children under 5 years of age, as well as people with disabilities, as boarding a boat is very difficult.

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Upscale
Premium

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

Rate	Habitation	Cost	Surcharge for single occupancy
Standard	Without accommodation	37 000	—
Comfort	This rate is available on request, hotels for accommodation: iTerra, Tundra, Needles, Glarus	45 500	6 500
Comfort+ Hotel accommodation 4*	Hotels for accommodation: Meridian, Azimut, Cosmos	51 000	9 300

Check-in on the tour is not provided.

Meridian Hotel 4*

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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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

The Iterra hotel

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

TUNDRA hotel

Tundra Hotel — we invite you to relax in an extraordinary city on the edge of a deep-sea bay on the Barents Sea.

24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, free parking and free Wi-Fi;
All rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. All rooms at the hotel have a wardrobe.;
There is a dining area and a continental breakfast is served.;
Ironing services, fax and photocopying services are also available.;

Convenient location in a quiet courtyard in the center of Murmansk:

Murmansk Airport is 30 km from the hotel.;
It will take 5 minutes by car from the hotel to the Five Corners Square.;
Murmansk Mall Shopping Mall, the largest shopping and entertainment complex project in the region, is a 5-minute walk away.

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Another option

Hotel "Khvoya"

Hvoya Hotel is a mini-hotel located in the center of Murmansk.

It offers 8 comfortable Scandinavian-style rooms for guests.

The hotel maintains an atmosphere of tranquility, privacy and cordiality so that you can fully relax after a busy day.

Warming author's tea and board games in the hotel lobby or an exciting movie from a Kinopoisk subscription will help brighten up your stay.

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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

up to 18 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Murmansk

Included in price

accommodation (when choosing a rate with accommodation);
tour service:
- Murmansk city sightseeing tour;
- Teriberka
- Barents Sea cruise;
- ethnic village;
entrance fees:
- icebreaker Lenin;
- Teriberka Nature Park;
- ethnic village;
meals specified in the program (2 breakfasts at the hotel (when choosing a rate with accommodation), 3 lunches;
The guide's job;
transportation support on the tour.

Paid extra

air or railway tickets to Murmansk and back;
transfers:
- airport — hotel — airport — 1,500 rubles. (one way);
- railway station — hotel — railway station — 500 rub. (one way);
accommodation (when choosing a rate without accommodation);
surcharge for single occupancy;
meals not specified in the program
tourist tax (payable upon check–in) - 100 RUB/person (day);
souvenir products;
personal expenses.

It's important to know

Documents, money, etc.:

passports;
tickets;
compulsory medical insurance policy;
cash money;
wallet with credit cards;
transfer voucher or car rental;
confirmation of the apartment/hotel reservation;
map;
train and bus schedules with directions to the place of residence (for independent travel);
medical insurance (optional);
Portable charging;
a backpack for personal belongings.

Clothing and shoes:

thermal underwear (2 sets) and a fleece jacket;
thermal socks (2 pairs);
wool socks;
a warm windproof and waterproof jacket (preferably with a hood);
waterproof trousers;
replaceable T-shirts;
sweater (2 pieces);
woolen hat;
wool scarf;
comfortable waterproof shoes (ideally trekking boots or sneakers — on the route we will walk, possibly on moist soil, climb hills on rocky soils (optional));
replaceable lightweight shoes will add comfort to the campsite.

Photo camera.

Take extra batteries and charging with you. There will be a lot of beautiful and interesting places to shoot.

First aid kit.

It should contain a minimum set for tourists: patches, bandages, hydrogen peroxide, antipyretics and others at your discretion.

Cash money.

The North is a place where there are cashless payment terminals not everywhere. Therefore, we recommend that you have cash with you.

Personal hygiene items.

Take personal hygiene items with you: a toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, wet wipes, a towel, and other items as needed.

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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Julia

11 Nov, 2024

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An unforgettable tour!🔥 My dream of seeing whales finally came true! It was incredible 💫 Besides the whales, I got to see seals, visit a traditional village with reindeer, and even feed deer, yaks, and donkeys. The goats really made my day—they’ll give you a ‘paw’ for a carrot! 😂

11 Nov, 2024
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Anna

11 Nov, 2024

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I was on this tour from 07/19/24 to 07/21/24, and it surpassed all my expectations. The landscape was incredibly varied: from temperate forests to northern woods, boreal forests, and open tundra. The beauty of this place is breathtaking and awe-inspiring. The tundra, so complex and mysterious, defies capture in any photograph—it truly has to be experienced firsthand :) I was captivated by the raw, majestic power of the Barents Sea and the Arctic Ocean. The water is freezing, crystal clear, and a stunning sea-green 😊. The vast, gentle hills and rocky landscapes sometimes make you feel like you’re on another planet. And the smells! :) The tundra and ocean carry scents as vibrant as the colors around them—it’s unforgettable :) The polar day was something I’d never seen before :) The sun doesn’t set at all, which feels so unusual but amazing :) And of course, the animals and sea life! :) Meeting whales and watching them in their natural habitat was a once-in-a-lifetime adventure :) The soft noses and kind, gentle eyes of the reindeer will stay with me forever. I also have to mention the local cuisine, especially the fish. Normally, I’m not a big fan, but this trip made me rethink that entirely :) If you want to immerse yourself in another world and experience something truly unique, you absolutely need to visit the north.

11 Nov, 2024

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Stanislav

29 Oct, 2024

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We took a tour to the Kola Peninsula and spent a long time choosing a tour operator — eventually finding Big Country almost by accident. The program was great, and we booked the tour with accommodations included. Everything was very convenient; the transportation was included, the food was great and everything matched the program perfectly! We are completely satisfied with the trip 🙂 The guides also delivered on the itinerary 100%. In the future, we'll definitely book more tours across this vast country with this provider. Highly recommended!

29 Oct, 2024

The Kola Peninsula. Towards the whales

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