Lena River cruise from Ust-Kut to Yakutsk

The cruise starts in Ust-Kut, Irkutsk Region, and runs along the Lena River to Yakutsk, the capital of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia).

During the cruise, you will be able to visit Yakutsk, one of the largest cities in Eastern Siberia, as well as Kirensk, Olekminsk and unique natural attractions such as Lena Pillars and Lena Cheeks. In addition, you will have the opportunity to see the city of Mirny and the famous Mir quarry, where diamond mining is carried out in an open way.

During the trip, you will enjoy views of one of the deepest canyons in Siberia, stroll along the Kirensk embankment, witness a welcoming ritual in the national Yakut style and climb the panoramic platform.

Location

Ust-Kut
from
$1,855
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Duration
10 Days
9 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 5 – 14 June
or
Accommodation
  • Cabin on the boat
    9 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group meet at
Ust-Kut
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Lena pillars
You will see extraordinary stone pillars rising from the Lena River
Boat cruise
Take a cruise from Irkutsk region to Yakutia on one of the largest rivers in Russia
Ethnic immersion
Take part in a welcoming ritual on the shore and see the oldest settlements with an amazing history.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Ust-Kut

    Due to the likelihood of low water levels in the area above Kirensk, the Demyan Bedny motor ship may be 30-50 km below Ust-Kut, and you will be taken on board from Ust-Kut on Polesie high-speed vessels.

    Accommodation (possible from 18:00, i.e. 06/04/25).

    Departure for the cruise at 08:00.

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  • Day 2 - Kirensk
  • Day 3 - Lena Cheeks
  • Day 4 - The village of Vitim
  • Day 5 - Lensk — Mirny
  • Day 6 - The mouth of the Ura River
  • Day 7 - Olekminsk
  • Day 8 - Lena pillars
  • Day 9 - Sottintsy
  • Day 10 - Yakutsk
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Cabin on the boat
    9 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
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The cruise is operated by the Demyan Bedny motor ship.

The cost per cabin depends on the category of accommodation and the number of reserved seats, RUB.:

The cabinLuxuryJunior SuiteSingle room with additional a placeTriple standardFour-person standard
Deckthe boat housemain and boatmainthe boat housemain
Cabin numbers200 and 201106–113, 202–210100–105211–234115-133
Number of cabins21762419
Type of placementup to 2 people1 person2 people1 person2 people1 person*2 people3 people1 person*2 people3 people4 people
Cost in rubles660 000270 000594 000200 000330 000165 000450 000495000150 000450 000495 000600 000

1 person* — the cost of a cabin for 1 person according to the type of accommodation with check-in.

Children under 12 years old get a 30% discount on a cabin seat. 

Luxury cabin or Junior Suite cabin or 9 nights
Luxury cabin

Cabin numbers: 200, 201.

Two-room luxury cabin (19.77 sq. m.) with all amenities, located on the boat deck.

In the cabin: 

  • two rooms (bedroom, guest room);
  • double bed; 
  • shower;
  • toilet;
  • radio receiving station;
  • mini fridge;
  • internal phone number;
  • TV;
  • additional individual air conditioning;
  • wardrobes;
  • bedside table;
  • chair;
  • corner sofa, 
  • coffee table.
Another option
Junior Suite cabin

Cabin numbers: 106-113, 202-210 (of which cabins 112, 110, 209 are triple junior suites with an upper pull—out berth).

Double junior suites (10.66 sq. m.) with all amenities, located on the main and boat decks.

In the cabin: 

  • double sofa bed; 
  • shower;
  • toilet;
  • radio receiving station; 
  • mini fridge;
  • TV;
  • additional individual air conditioning;
  • wardrobe;
  • bedside table;
  • chair.
Another option
Single cabin (with extra location)

Cabin numbers: 100-105.

A single cabin with an extra bed (area of 6.8 sq. m.) with all amenities, located on the main deck.

In the cabin: 

  • single sofa bed;
  • upper pull-out sleeping place;
  • shower; 
  • toilet; 
  • radio receiving station;
  • conditioner;
  • wardrobes; 
  • bedside table;
  • chair.
Another option
Double and triple cabins (standard 2+1)

Cabin numbers: 211-234.

A double cabin with an extra bed (10.66 sq. m.) with all amenities, located on the boat deck.

In the cabin: 

  • two folding sofas; 
  • upper pull-out sleeping place;
  • shower;
  • toilet;
  • radio receiving station; 
  • conditioner;
  • wardrobes; 
  • bedside table.
Another option
Four-person cabin

Cabin numbers: 115-133.

A 2+2 standard four-person cabin (11.22 sq. m.) with all amenities, located on the main deck.

In the cabin: 

  • two folding sofas;
  • two upper pull-out beds;
  • shower;
  • toilet;
  • radio receiving station;
  • conditioner;
  • wardrobes; 
  • bedside table; 
  • chair;
  • padded stool.

Tour conditions

Duration
10 days 9 nights
Group meets at
Ust-Kut

Included in price

  • accommodation in the cabin of the ship;
  • cabin cleaning;
  • balanced three meals a day according to the restaurant menu;
  • transportation along the route according to the cruise program;
  • watching movies in the cinema on board the ship;
  • sightseeing and entertainment program (except the program in Yakutsk);
  • first aid at the medical center on board the ship;
  • insurance;
  • fishing rod rental in "green parking lots";
  • mosquito nets/raincoats;
  • at the end of the cruise, transfer "river port — airport /hotel" for nonresident tourists.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to and from Ust-Kut Yakutsk;
  • accommodation before and after the tour;
  • meals not included in the tour program;
  • sightseeing tour of Yakutsk;
  • laundry service on board the ship;
  • sauna, billiards;
  • bar.

It's important to know

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?

Air and railway tickets to and from the end of the tour are not included in the price. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

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Dates and Prices

  • from
    $1,855
    5 – 14 Jun 10 days 9 nights
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Reviews

  • OG
    Oleg Gorbunov
    about provider
    13 Feb, 2025
    An absolutely fantastic trip! Organization: +++ The ship: +++ Weather: +++ Lena River: +++ Nature: +++ Highly recommended!
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