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SPRING ON KAMCHATKA

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SPRING ON KAMCHATKA


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In April and May there is still enough snow in Kamchatka and at the same time it is already warm enough for trips to mountainous regions. On this tour we will go to the volcanoes, where you will see the activity of the active crater, enjoy the snow-white mountain landscapes in the rays of the spring Kamchatka sun, and get the most persistent snow tan. We will also visit the Pacific coast and take a sea trip on a comfortable boat, where you can see Kamchatka from the sea, fish and taste seafood.


Day 1. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
Meeting at the airport, transfer and hotel accommodation.
On this day, you can independently see the historical center of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, walk along the Embankment, walk along Nikolskaya Sopka, visit the Maksutov battery and other objects of the city's history.


Day 2. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky – Paratunka (breakfast)
The second day is dedicated to excursions around Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, acquaintance with the sights of the city and a visit to the local history museum, where you will learn a lot of interesting things about Kamchatka. Then you will visit on the observation deck , where you will see the most beautiful views of the city, Avacha Bay and " homemade '' volcanoes.
Let's watch the sea lions (sea lions), which can be found at the marinas of the city.
In the afternoon – trip to the sea pier " Mokhovaya '', observation of sea lions (sea lions). For more than 20 years, sea lions have been returning to the abandoned pier in the Mokhovaya Bay, having chosen it for rest.
In the evening, transfer to the resort area Paratunka, accommodation at the recreation center, swimming in the pool with thermal water.


Day 3. Paratunka – Avachinsky volcano – Koryaksky volcano – Camel Mountain (breakfast, lunch)
Excursion on a snowmobile (in sledges) to the Avacha pass.
In the morning we go on snowmobiles (in sledges) to the Avachinsky pass, where you can see the Avachinsky and Koryaksky volcanoes close by and even ride on their slopes. The pass offers views of the snow-white valleys, the Avacha Bay and the ocean, and all the beauty of the majestically towering volcanoes. At the foot of the volcanoes you will find a small snack and, if you wish, – climbing Mount Camel. After skating a lot and breathing in the frosty mountain air, in the evening we return to Paratunka, swimming in the thermal pool.


Day 4. Paratunka – pass Vilyuchinsky – caldera of Gorely volcano – canyon – Mutnovsky volcano (breakfast, lunch)
The fourth day is devoted to an interesting trip to the Mutnovsky volcano. On the way to the volcano there will be many unusually beautiful views: the Vilyuchinsky pass, the caldera of the Gorely volcano, the Dangerous canyon. Mutnovsky volcano crater – this is one of the most powerful fumarole fields in the world and one of the most interesting places in Kamchatka. The snowmobile will be able to bring you as close as possible, and it will take about 1 hour to walk to the crater. In the evening we return to Paratunka, swimming in the thermal pool.


Day 5. Paratunka – Boat trip (breakfast, lunch)
We go on a boat trip on a comfortable boat to Starichkov Island, where you can see Kamchatka from the sea side, get acquainted with sea animals, fish and taste seafood ... Return to Paratunka⁠, thermal pool.


Day 6. Paratunka – Sled dog kennel – Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (breakfast, lunch)
On this day, you will have an excursion around the kennel of Kamchatka sled dogs, a story about sled sports, about the life of pets. Then you will have the opportunity to feel like a true musher: after learning how to control a sled and familiarizing yourself with the route, you, accompanied by a snowmobile, will be able to independently navigate the track in a sled. After that, a warm welcome awaits you in the national dwelling with stories about the peoples of the north, their traditions, way of life, an exhibition of national souvenirs, a photo session in national dress and the solemn presentation of musher's certificates.
In the afternoon we leave for the Pacific coast. You will see the boundless blue of the ocean, hear its roar and walk along its endlessly long shore. After walking and recharged with the energy of the ocean, in the evening we go to a hotel in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.


Day 7. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (breakfast)
Transfer to the airport. We visit the fish market, souvenir shop and leave for the airport. Departure.


Overview

Itinerary: Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky–Paratunka–Avachinsky volcano–Koryaksky volcano–Camel Mountain–pass Vilyuchinsky–caldera of Gorely volcano–canyon–Mutnovsky volcano–Boat trip–Sled dog kennel–Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

Days: 7 days / 6 nights

Group: от. 1 pax, max. 16 pax

Accommodation: 3 и a hotel at the hot spring

Visa: citizens of 58 states that hold all types of passports are eligible for visa-free entrance to Russia for a period up to 14 days (you can see the list on the official website), citizens of the 52 countries will be able to obtain a single e-visa of up to 16 days (you can see the list on the official website)

Covered by mountains and volcanoes, surrounded on all sides by water, Kamchatka amazes even the most sophisticated travelers with its beauty. In April and May, there is still enough snow in Kamchatka and at the same time it is already warm enough for trips to mountainous areas. On this tour we will go to the volcanoes, where you will see the activity of the active crater, enjoy the snow-white mountain landscapes in the rays of the spring Kamchatka sun, and get the most persistent snow tan. We will also visit the Pacific coast and take a sea trip on a comfortable boat, where you can see Kamchatka from the sea, fish and taste seafood.




Schedule


Available departure dates in 2024: нет

Available departure dates in 2025: Apr 29 – May 05, May 05 – May 11 

For a group of 3 pax and more – any date




Fees

The price of the tour per pax (without airfare), USD:
3
½DBL (double accommodation)144,200
SNGL (single accommodation)192,800

Hotels
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy: «Arsenev» 3

Recreation center in the area of the village Paratunka («Flamingo» or «Helios»)

10% discount for children under 14 years old.

We place mainly in double rooms. Tourists who come one at a time are accommodated together with another participant in our tour (man to man, woman to woman). If it was not possible to combine, then the tourist will be alone in the room, no additional payment is required.

If a tourist wants to be alone in the room (or in the half of the block number), then an additional payment is required. Single accommodation is possible in hotels in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, in Paratunka.

Special order of payment: 10% – when booking, the balance – 30 days prior to arrival.

Payment schedule: 5% – at booking, 95% – 15 or 30 days prior to arrival.

Payment methods:
- bank transfer in USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, AED, ILS, DKK etc.
- credit/debit card online on our website

Fees include

- accommodation

- meals according to the program

- services of tour guides

- transfers according to the program

- necessary permits to visit specially protected natural areas

- the language of excursions is Russian but the guides speak English

- all excursions according to the program:

– snowmobile excursion to the foothills of Avachinsky and Koryaksky volcanoes

– snowmobile excursion to Mutnovsky volcano

– dog sledding

– Boat trip

– trip to the Pacific coast

– sightseeing tour of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

– watching sea lions (sea lions)

- swimming in the pool (when staying in Paratunka).

The place of residence is determined by the Travel Company, taking into account the wishes of the tourist, subject to the availability of free places in the indicated accommodation places or in similar ones.

Fees exclude

- airfare to Kamchatka and return

- food in the city (lunches and dinners)

- optional excursions

- additional hotel accommodation (before and after the trip)

- other additional services

- personal spending, alcoholic beverages

- personal English/Spanish guide: 90 USD per required day.

Travel tips

In April and May there is still enough snow in Kamchatka and at the same time it is already warm enough to travel to mountainous areas. We propose to go to the volcanoes, where you will see the activity of an active crater, enjoy the snow-white mountain landscapes in the rays of the spring Kamchatka sun, and get the most persistent snow tan. You will also visit the Pacific coast and take a sea trip on a comfortable boat, where you can see Kamchatka from the sea, fish and taste seafood.

List of required items:

- warm thermal underwear;
- warm waterproof and windproof trousers;
- waterproof and windproof jacket;
- sweater or fleece jacket;
- gloves or mittens;
- scarf;
- hat;
- sunglasses (ski mask for excursions on snowmobiles);
- sunscreen;
- hygienic lipstick;
- bathing accessories;
- other things at the discretion of the tourist.

Map

Optional Excursions

Optional excursions:

* Skiing at the Mountain Moroznaya ski base – from 3,7 USD / person;

* Vilyuchinsky waterfall on a snowmobile – from 6 7 USD / person;

* Horseback riding – from 3 000 rubles / person;

* Helicopter excursion – Fly over the Southern group of volcanoes – from 30 000 rubles / person

Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky

Paratunka