Best Kamchatka Tour 9 Days
Small bit of land, as they say in the old days, but what is there only mother nature has in store not: and the sea depth, and great ocean, and the mountains are high, and many, and those that breathe fire, scorching everything around. A grass shelomaynye, giant, two human growth. A hot keys - magic power they treat patients. A river which: is fast, swift as young trotters race with mountains that are quiet, bright widely bottling their water for many kilometers of broad valleys.
The Kamchatka Krai is located on the extreme North-East of Asia, in Russia, and engages territory of 472,300 sq.km (182,356 sq. miles). There is the whole Kamchatka peninsula (Russia’s second large peninsula after Taimyr) with part of mainland adjoining it and the Commander Islands (Komandorsky Islands) in its boarders.
The Kamchatka Krai is located on the extreme North-East of Asia, in Russia, and engages territory of 472,300 sq.km (182,356 sq. miles). There is the whole Kamchatka peninsula (Russia’s second large peninsula after Taimyr) with part of mainland adjoining it and the Commander Islands (Komandorsky Islands) in its boarders.
Program 9 days/8 nights - The best of Kamchatka: volcanos, hot springs, the Pacific Ocean
1 DAY: PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKY
Arrival to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
Transfer to the guest house in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, check-in.
Lunch at a Korean restaurant.
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky city tour and a journey to the Pacific Ocean coast and Khalaktyrsky Beach.
The tour unfolds a captivating story of the heroic past of the Petropavlovsk city: defense against the English-French squadron during the Crimean War, liberation movement during the Civil war, the heroic deeds of the Kamchatka citizens who liberated the Kuril islands. The tour will take you to the monuments honoring the discoverers of Kamchatka, its defenders, Great Patriotic war heroes. You will also visit the viewing platform at the Nikolskaya Sopka (Hill).
Halaktyr beach is located on the eastern coast of Kamchatka, not far from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. A distinctive feature of this beach is black volcanic sand – a rare phenomenon caused by constant volcanic eruptions on the peninsula. Lava and slag flows pour and freeze on the slopes and neighboring territories. And the fast rivers that originate in glaciers erode this mineral-rich rock year after year and carry it into the ocean. And then, with each wave approaching the shore, small particles of volcanic origin are carried out and remain on the coastal strip. To date, the thickness of black sand reaches 20 meters, and the coast of the Halaktyr beach itself has stretched more than 30 kilometers.
Return to the guest house.
Dinner at the guest house.
2 DAY: THE PACIFIC OCEAN
Breakfast at the guest house.
Boat trip in the The Pacific Ocean.
Ocean walk begins in Avacha Bay. This is one of the largest harbors in the world – in size it is second only to Guanabara Bay, on the banks of which stands Rio de Janeiro. And at the exit from Avacha Bay, which can accommodate the entire world fleet, an impressive view of the famous Three Brothers cliffs opens. According to legend, once they were living people who got in the way of the tsunami. They saved their loved ones from disaster, but they themselves were forever petrified, and still stand waist-deep in water. Next you will find access to the Pacific Ocean. If you are lucky, you will encounter seals, whales and killer whales. If not, don't be discouraged – ahead of Starichkov Island, on which thousands of seabirds nest. Here you will find fishing in the open ocean and a lunch of fresh fish with a tasting of Kamchatka crab.
Return to the guest house.
OPTIONAL: VISIT TO THE INTERACTIVE MUSEUM "VOLCANARIUM"
The exposition of the unique museum "Volcanarium" includes a huge number of rock samples and rich photo-video material, unique working physical models of lava flows that convey the unusual atmosphere of Kamchatka's natural wonders, give a modern scientific idea of the phenomena occurring in this unique region. But the most important thing is that you can not just see all this: rock samples or pieces of lava can be picked up and examined closer, you can go into the lava cave and see for yourself how lava flows that form continents are formed in the bowels of the fire-breathing mountain.
Dinner at the guest house.
3 DAY: ANCIENT STRATOVOLCANO VACHKAZHETS
Breakfast at the guest house. Tour to the ancient stratovolcano Vachkazhets (1550 m a.s.l.).
Stratovolcano is a type of volcano characterized by a high, steep shape and periodic explosive eruptions. You will not forget the jeep journey through the area which has no roads. Vachkazhets is unique for its number of flowers and endemism species. It is a favorite photo point for nature photographers from all over the world. You will also have a chance to collect Rhododendron Adamsii ("Saga-Daila" ) yourself – a plant from which locals make a tonic drink. You will have your lunch and afternoon tea at a lawn close to a waterfall.
Return to the guest house.
Koryaks concert and indigenous dances workshop.
Dinner at the guest house.
4 DAY: THE TOLMACHEVO LAKE AND APACHINSKY HOT SPRINGS
Breakfast at the guest house. Check-out.
The Tolmachevo Lake and Apachinsky Hot Springs tour.
Tolmachevo Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in Kamchatka. It was formed as a result of the collapse of rocky rocks in the river, which blocked the water outlet, thereby forming a backwater. The most surprising thing is that sockeye salmon, which at the time of the collapse spawned in the lake, and failed to leave the spawning place due to the collapse, remained in a closed reservoir. Fry hatched from eggs, which grew up in full-fledged individuals, then new and new, and for many years the fish from sea turned into freshwater. Scientists called this unique species Kokan, and to this day it is found in Tolmachev Lake. With luck, you can see bears and enjoy salmon spawning..
Lunch-box and hot tea.
Transfer to Apachinsky Hot Springs. Bathing in the springs.
Transfer to resort village Paratunka.
Check-in the hotel with a water park (the ticket price is included). The park has an open thermal water pool, jacuzzi and water slides.
Dinner at the hotel.
5 DAY: THE MUTNOVSKY VOLCANO
Breakfast at the hotel.
Jeep tour to the The Mutnovsky Volcano (1750 m a.s.l.).
The Mutnovsky Volcano is the easiest to climb, the most colorful and the most active volcano on the South of the peninsula. The volcano is a must-see in Kamchatka. One-way jeep journey will take 4 hours including a stop at the picturesque Vilyuchinsky Pass. For the trekking (about 10 km), you will need comfortable clothes and shoes.
Upon reaching the caldera of the volcano you will be served light snacks and tea and safety instructions will be given. This volcano is a crest-shaped mass of tapered rocks rising out of the caldera with the dimensions of 9*14 m. The top part of the volcano is dotted with a collection of various craters.
Return to the foot of the volcano, lunch-box.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
6 DAY: FREE DAY IN RESORT VILLAGE PARATUNKA
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day.
OPTIONAL 1 – HELICOPTER TOUR TO THE GEYSERS VALLEY WITH PICNIC-LUNCH
Geysers Valley - one of the wonders of the world in Russia. Here you can see all the known forms of hydrothermal activity: springs, hot lakes, mud boilers and volcanoes, steam jets, heated areas and, of course, geysers. There are about 90 of them, and the number of thermal springs exceeds 200.
OPTIONAL 2 – HELICOPTER TOUR TO THE KURILSKOE LAKE WITH PICNIC-LUNCH
Kurilskoe Lake is one of the largest salmon spawning grounds not only in Kamchatka, but also throughout the world. Sockeye salmon comes here along the Ozernaya river. When the fish goes to spawn, the water literally boils! The number of salmon rising for spawning reaches 8 million individuals. Such an abundance of fish attracts bears to the shores of the lake. Usually these predators avoid each other, but during spawning, salmon gather together by the lake. At the same time, you can observe up to 15-18 bears from a safe distance.
3 – SURFING, KAYAKING OR SUP-BOARDING IN THE PACIFIC OCEAN. IT IS AVAILABLE BOTH FOR PROFESSIONALS AND BEGINNERS
You can also stay at our hotel in Paratunka enjoying all the facilities of its water park.
Dinner at the hotel.
7 DAY: THE BYSTRAYA RIVER RAFTING AND FISHING
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out.
Departure to the village Malka.
Adjustment of the rafting equipment. Safety instructions, light snacks and tea.
Rafting trip with stops for fishing (fishing equipment provided).
You will witness truly amazing landscapes unfolding in front of you. It is here where Sredinny Range begins. You will have time bird watching and provided luck is on your side, will maybe even spot a bear.
During the rafting, equipment is provided (saved vests, oars, etc., several spinning rods for fishing), safety training is mandatory, every trained raft has a trained instructor. Insurance is not included in the price, it can be issued additionally. At the same time, it is important to pay attention that rafting on Bystraya is rather a walking format event, which does not imply extreme sports and overcoming serious thresholds.
Lunch-picnic during on the stop ashore, consist of delicious "ukha" soup made from fresh salmon.
After the rafting trip the transfer will take you to the Malkin hot springs for bathing. Water from the springs fills natural baths with different mineral composition and temperature.
Transfer to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
Check-in the guest house.
Dinner at the guest house.
8 DAY: AVACHINSKY VOLCANO
Breakfast at the guest house.
Tour to the foot of Avachinsky volcano (2741 m a.s.l.).
The tour will start early in the morning by reaching Avachinsky volcano pass by jeeps.
Free time to explore the location, ascension of the Verblyud (Camel) mountain.
It is small rock massif with two pointed peaks. The mountain was formed as the result of the eruption of two neighboring volcanoes – Avachinsky and Koryaksky. During the volcanic activity the moving earth’s crust prompted a huge crack to ooze lava which later formed the mountain. Verblyud mountain is the habitat of Kamchatka groundhog. They are absolutely not afraid of people, ask for goodies directly from hands and pose for guests with pleasure.
Lunch-picnic.
Return to the hotel.
Farewell dinner at the guest house.
9 DAY: PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKY
Breakfast at the guest house. Check-out.
Transfer to local market to buy fish, caviar, and crabs.
Transfer to the airport.
End of the tour.
The program is preliminary. The organizers reserve the right to replace the excursion blocks with similar ones, without changing main waypoints.
Arrival to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
Transfer to the guest house in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, check-in.
Lunch at a Korean restaurant.
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky city tour and a journey to the Pacific Ocean coast and Khalaktyrsky Beach.
The tour unfolds a captivating story of the heroic past of the Petropavlovsk city: defense against the English-French squadron during the Crimean War, liberation movement during the Civil war, the heroic deeds of the Kamchatka citizens who liberated the Kuril islands. The tour will take you to the monuments honoring the discoverers of Kamchatka, its defenders, Great Patriotic war heroes. You will also visit the viewing platform at the Nikolskaya Sopka (Hill).
Halaktyr beach is located on the eastern coast of Kamchatka, not far from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. A distinctive feature of this beach is black volcanic sand – a rare phenomenon caused by constant volcanic eruptions on the peninsula. Lava and slag flows pour and freeze on the slopes and neighboring territories. And the fast rivers that originate in glaciers erode this mineral-rich rock year after year and carry it into the ocean. And then, with each wave approaching the shore, small particles of volcanic origin are carried out and remain on the coastal strip. To date, the thickness of black sand reaches 20 meters, and the coast of the Halaktyr beach itself has stretched more than 30 kilometers.
Return to the guest house.
Dinner at the guest house.
2 DAY: THE PACIFIC OCEAN
Breakfast at the guest house.
Boat trip in the The Pacific Ocean.
Ocean walk begins in Avacha Bay. This is one of the largest harbors in the world – in size it is second only to Guanabara Bay, on the banks of which stands Rio de Janeiro. And at the exit from Avacha Bay, which can accommodate the entire world fleet, an impressive view of the famous Three Brothers cliffs opens. According to legend, once they were living people who got in the way of the tsunami. They saved their loved ones from disaster, but they themselves were forever petrified, and still stand waist-deep in water. Next you will find access to the Pacific Ocean. If you are lucky, you will encounter seals, whales and killer whales. If not, don't be discouraged – ahead of Starichkov Island, on which thousands of seabirds nest. Here you will find fishing in the open ocean and a lunch of fresh fish with a tasting of Kamchatka crab.
Return to the guest house.
OPTIONAL: VISIT TO THE INTERACTIVE MUSEUM "VOLCANARIUM"
The exposition of the unique museum "Volcanarium" includes a huge number of rock samples and rich photo-video material, unique working physical models of lava flows that convey the unusual atmosphere of Kamchatka's natural wonders, give a modern scientific idea of the phenomena occurring in this unique region. But the most important thing is that you can not just see all this: rock samples or pieces of lava can be picked up and examined closer, you can go into the lava cave and see for yourself how lava flows that form continents are formed in the bowels of the fire-breathing mountain.
Dinner at the guest house.
3 DAY: ANCIENT STRATOVOLCANO VACHKAZHETS
Breakfast at the guest house. Tour to the ancient stratovolcano Vachkazhets (1550 m a.s.l.).
Stratovolcano is a type of volcano characterized by a high, steep shape and periodic explosive eruptions. You will not forget the jeep journey through the area which has no roads. Vachkazhets is unique for its number of flowers and endemism species. It is a favorite photo point for nature photographers from all over the world. You will also have a chance to collect Rhododendron Adamsii ("Saga-Daila" ) yourself – a plant from which locals make a tonic drink. You will have your lunch and afternoon tea at a lawn close to a waterfall.
Return to the guest house.
Koryaks concert and indigenous dances workshop.
Dinner at the guest house.
4 DAY: THE TOLMACHEVO LAKE AND APACHINSKY HOT SPRINGS
Breakfast at the guest house. Check-out.
The Tolmachevo Lake and Apachinsky Hot Springs tour.
Tolmachevo Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in Kamchatka. It was formed as a result of the collapse of rocky rocks in the river, which blocked the water outlet, thereby forming a backwater. The most surprising thing is that sockeye salmon, which at the time of the collapse spawned in the lake, and failed to leave the spawning place due to the collapse, remained in a closed reservoir. Fry hatched from eggs, which grew up in full-fledged individuals, then new and new, and for many years the fish from sea turned into freshwater. Scientists called this unique species Kokan, and to this day it is found in Tolmachev Lake. With luck, you can see bears and enjoy salmon spawning..
Lunch-box and hot tea.
Transfer to Apachinsky Hot Springs. Bathing in the springs.
Transfer to resort village Paratunka.
Check-in the hotel with a water park (the ticket price is included). The park has an open thermal water pool, jacuzzi and water slides.
Dinner at the hotel.
5 DAY: THE MUTNOVSKY VOLCANO
Breakfast at the hotel.
Jeep tour to the The Mutnovsky Volcano (1750 m a.s.l.).
The Mutnovsky Volcano is the easiest to climb, the most colorful and the most active volcano on the South of the peninsula. The volcano is a must-see in Kamchatka. One-way jeep journey will take 4 hours including a stop at the picturesque Vilyuchinsky Pass. For the trekking (about 10 km), you will need comfortable clothes and shoes.
Upon reaching the caldera of the volcano you will be served light snacks and tea and safety instructions will be given. This volcano is a crest-shaped mass of tapered rocks rising out of the caldera with the dimensions of 9*14 m. The top part of the volcano is dotted with a collection of various craters.
Return to the foot of the volcano, lunch-box.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner at the hotel.
6 DAY: FREE DAY IN RESORT VILLAGE PARATUNKA
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day.
OPTIONAL 1 – HELICOPTER TOUR TO THE GEYSERS VALLEY WITH PICNIC-LUNCH
Geysers Valley - one of the wonders of the world in Russia. Here you can see all the known forms of hydrothermal activity: springs, hot lakes, mud boilers and volcanoes, steam jets, heated areas and, of course, geysers. There are about 90 of them, and the number of thermal springs exceeds 200.
OPTIONAL 2 – HELICOPTER TOUR TO THE KURILSKOE LAKE WITH PICNIC-LUNCH
Kurilskoe Lake is one of the largest salmon spawning grounds not only in Kamchatka, but also throughout the world. Sockeye salmon comes here along the Ozernaya river. When the fish goes to spawn, the water literally boils! The number of salmon rising for spawning reaches 8 million individuals. Such an abundance of fish attracts bears to the shores of the lake. Usually these predators avoid each other, but during spawning, salmon gather together by the lake. At the same time, you can observe up to 15-18 bears from a safe distance.
3 – SURFING, KAYAKING OR SUP-BOARDING IN THE PACIFIC OCEAN. IT IS AVAILABLE BOTH FOR PROFESSIONALS AND BEGINNERS
You can also stay at our hotel in Paratunka enjoying all the facilities of its water park.
Dinner at the hotel.
7 DAY: THE BYSTRAYA RIVER RAFTING AND FISHING
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out.
Departure to the village Malka.
Adjustment of the rafting equipment. Safety instructions, light snacks and tea.
Rafting trip with stops for fishing (fishing equipment provided).
You will witness truly amazing landscapes unfolding in front of you. It is here where Sredinny Range begins. You will have time bird watching and provided luck is on your side, will maybe even spot a bear.
During the rafting, equipment is provided (saved vests, oars, etc., several spinning rods for fishing), safety training is mandatory, every trained raft has a trained instructor. Insurance is not included in the price, it can be issued additionally. At the same time, it is important to pay attention that rafting on Bystraya is rather a walking format event, which does not imply extreme sports and overcoming serious thresholds.
Lunch-picnic during on the stop ashore, consist of delicious "ukha" soup made from fresh salmon.
After the rafting trip the transfer will take you to the Malkin hot springs for bathing. Water from the springs fills natural baths with different mineral composition and temperature.
Transfer to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
Check-in the guest house.
Dinner at the guest house.
8 DAY: AVACHINSKY VOLCANO
Breakfast at the guest house.
Tour to the foot of Avachinsky volcano (2741 m a.s.l.).
The tour will start early in the morning by reaching Avachinsky volcano pass by jeeps.
Free time to explore the location, ascension of the Verblyud (Camel) mountain.
It is small rock massif with two pointed peaks. The mountain was formed as the result of the eruption of two neighboring volcanoes – Avachinsky and Koryaksky. During the volcanic activity the moving earth’s crust prompted a huge crack to ooze lava which later formed the mountain. Verblyud mountain is the habitat of Kamchatka groundhog. They are absolutely not afraid of people, ask for goodies directly from hands and pose for guests with pleasure.
Lunch-picnic.
Return to the hotel.
Farewell dinner at the guest house.
9 DAY: PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKY
Breakfast at the guest house. Check-out.
Transfer to local market to buy fish, caviar, and crabs.
Transfer to the airport.
End of the tour.
The program is preliminary. The organizers reserve the right to replace the excursion blocks with similar ones, without changing main waypoints.
What is included and not included in the tour?
Our prices include:
- Double accommodation in 3* guest house “Dry River”, “Bay House”, “Granin House” or similar in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (maximum 7 twin / double rooms per guest house)
- Double accommodation in 3* hotel “Lagoon” with a water park or similar in resort village Paratunka
- Breakfast in the guest house / hotel
- Local English / French / German speaking guide for the whole tour
- Excursion program with entrance tickets when necessary
- Catering per program
- All transfer and transportation services per program (including off road vehicles, motorboat)
- Rafting and fishing equipment
- Visa support letter
Supplementary (can be prebooked only):
- Optional visit on Day 2:
Visit to the interactive museum “Volcanarium”
- Optional visits on Day 6:
1 – Helicopter ride to the Geysers Valley with picknick-lunch
2 – Helicopter ride to Kurilskoye Lake with picknick-lunch
3 – Surfing, kayaking or sup-boarding in the Pacific Ocean
- Lunch in a hotel on Day 6
- Domestic flights
- Obligatory insurance for rafting
- Pre-tour program in Moscow and /or in Saint-Petersburg or in region
- Single supplement
- Non obligatory insurance of medical, medical transport and other expenses
- Non obligatory accident insurance
* If restrictions are imposed on the entrance to museums for a certain number of people, we can serve group requests with the division of groups into smaller ones, with the predominant use of the same transport (or with a different number and capacity of transport), but with a large number of guides.
** Some museums or excursions can be excluded from the program if circumstances beyond the control of the tour operator require it (time constraints due to covid-19 / bans on the operation of facilities). At the same time, as far as possible, we will offer an alternative replacement.
- Double accommodation in 3* guest house “Dry River”, “Bay House”, “Granin House” or similar in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (maximum 7 twin / double rooms per guest house)
- Double accommodation in 3* hotel “Lagoon” with a water park or similar in resort village Paratunka
- Breakfast in the guest house / hotel
- Local English / French / German speaking guide for the whole tour
- Excursion program with entrance tickets when necessary
- Catering per program
- All transfer and transportation services per program (including off road vehicles, motorboat)
- Rafting and fishing equipment
- Visa support letter
Supplementary (can be prebooked only):
- Optional visit on Day 2:
Visit to the interactive museum “Volcanarium”
- Optional visits on Day 6:
1 – Helicopter ride to the Geysers Valley with picknick-lunch
2 – Helicopter ride to Kurilskoye Lake with picknick-lunch
3 – Surfing, kayaking or sup-boarding in the Pacific Ocean
- Lunch in a hotel on Day 6
- Domestic flights
- Obligatory insurance for rafting
- Pre-tour program in Moscow and /or in Saint-Petersburg or in region
- Single supplement
- Non obligatory insurance of medical, medical transport and other expenses
- Non obligatory accident insurance
* If restrictions are imposed on the entrance to museums for a certain number of people, we can serve group requests with the division of groups into smaller ones, with the predominant use of the same transport (or with a different number and capacity of transport), but with a large number of guides.
** Some museums or excursions can be excluded from the program if circumstances beyond the control of the tour operator require it (time constraints due to covid-19 / bans on the operation of facilities). At the same time, as far as possible, we will offer an alternative replacement.
Contacts
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Company in Italy for tourism promotion
Italhouse Srls - Via Piraineto 44, 90044 Carini (PA)
