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 Kirensk, Olekminsk and unique natural attractions such as Lena Pillars and Lena Cheeks. During the trip, you will enjoy the picturesque views, visit the Kirensk Museum of Local Lore, go fishing and stroll through the hay fields.

Location

Ust-Kut
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$2,318
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Duration
10 days
9 nights
Departures
13 - 22 Jun
Accommodation
  • Cabin on the boat
    9 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group meet at
Ust-Kut
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Majestic 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
Active leisure
You can go fishing, stroll along the shore and the hay fields.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Ust-Kut

    Visit to the museum, a concert at the River station.

    Departure from Ust-Kut at 17:00.

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  • Day 2 - Kirensk
  • Day 3 - Lena Cheeks
  • Day 4 - The village of Vitim
  • Day 5 - Lensk
  • 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 depends on the category of accommodation:

Cabin categories/accommodation methodCost
Four-seaterfor 4 people170 000
for 3 people185 000
for 2 people255 000
for 1 person270 000
Triple roomfor 3 people185 000
for 2 people255 000
for 1 person270 000
Single room (with additional location)for 2 people170 000
for 1 person255 000
Junior Suitetriple room170 000
double room320 000
for 1 person320 000
Captain's Suite650 000
Luxury800 000

Discounts:

  • children under 6 years old – free of charge without providing a separate place;
  • children from 7 to 12 years old get a 25% discount on accommodation.
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Tour conditions

Duration
10 days 9 nights
Group meets at
Ust-Kut

Included in price

  • accommodation on the ship;
  • insurance;
  • cultural and entertainment program;
  • buffet meals;
  • sightseeing tours in Ust-Kut, Kirensk, Vitim, Lensk, Olekminsk;
  • "green" stops at the Lena Cheeks metro station, at the mouth of the Ura River;
  • visit to the Lena Pillars National Park;
  • Immersive tour at the Druzhba Museum of Local Lore (Sottintsy village).

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;
  • additional services on board the ship.

It's important to know

What kind of clothes are needed for traveling by boat?

A free style of clothing is accepted on board the ship. If the program provides for active tourism activities (climbing to the top of the Lena Pillars, sports games, hiking tours), we recommend taking comfortable shoes and clothes (things that replace them). As additional items, you can take evening clothes to visit a bar or restaurant.

On long-distance cruises, we strongly recommend that you stock up on sunscreens and mosquito, midge and other insect repellents. On request, tourists can get mosquito nets at the reception desk on board the ship. Raincoats are provided in case of rain.

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Dates and Prices

  • $2,318
    13 – 22 Jun 10 days 9 nights
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  • OG
    Oleg Gorbunov
    about provider
    13 Feb, 2025
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    An absolutely fantastic trip! Organization: +++ The ship: +++ Weather: +++ Lena River: +++ Nature: +++ Highly recommended!