Hiking trip in Kamchatka
Tour №10.Combined. Kamchatka kaleidoscope. (Suomeksi)
The territory of the Kamchatka area and all
Kamchatka is one of the richest in the world on natural and recreational resources. Thermal and mineral sources on the Kamchatka, volcanoes and the glaciers, a well-known Valley of geysers, various, in the majority of places the flora is not touched with a civilization and fauna, create the big opportunities for development of ecological tourism, sports fishing, mountain-skiing tourism, mountaineering.
In the Kamchatka area are 2 national parks, 17 state animal areas, and 169 unique natural objects, including nature sanctuaries, 5 natural parks. 27% territories of Kamchatka area are referred to a category 
protected. Five natural territories on the Kamchatka are included by UNESCO in the List of the World cultural and natural heritage, incorporated under the general name " Volcanoes of Kamchatka".
This route is good for novices (without special physical training).
During the trip you’ll visit such unique places of Kamchatka as active volcanoes Mutnovsky & Avachinsky, which are considered to be the most beautiful volcanoes of Kamchatka; the unique and wonderful Valley of Geysers — the World’s miracle.
You’ll have a sea trip along Avacha Bay and the Pacific Ocean; you’ll see the biggest sea bird’s nests of Kamchatka. You’ll raft at the Bystraya river, which flows through stately mountain range. You’ll be able to watch wild nature of Kamchatka: brown bear, salmon motion at rivers, birds.
1st day.
Arrival at the airport, transfer to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25km). Accommodation at a hotel, rest. Strolls along the city.
2nd day.
Helicopter excursion to the Valley of Geysers, flight around Karymsky
(1486m) and Maly Semyachik (1560m) volcanoes, walk excursion at the
Valley. This valley cannot be compared with any other unique objects in
the world. There are more than 20 big geysers in the valley. Velican
(Giant), Zhemchuzhny (Pearly), Sakharny (Sugary), Troinoi (Triple),
Konus (Cone), Fontan (Fountain), Maly (Small), Bolshoy (Big), Shchel
(Split) – here are some names. There are geysers that gush forth every
10-12 minutes, while others may erupt once in 4-5 hours. The wreathes
of steam, fountains of boiling water, incredible colours of slopes, hot
water streaming along them and profuse greenery of grasses and trees
create an enchanting spectacle. Lunch is served at the Valley. Return
to the recreation department.
Driving to Avachinsky volcano by “off road” car (45km). Excursion walk to the foot of Koryak volcano. Accommodation for a night in houses.
The cost of the helicopter excursion to the Valley of Geysers is $500
for 1 person. The excursion is paid on the day of flight. As the flight
is realized only if the weather is nice.
3rd day.
Walk to the young cone of
volcano (5-6 hours). Accommodation for a night in houses.
4th day.
Ascent to Avachinsky volcano (2749m). Walk to the young cone of
volcano. From the edge of the volcano a stunning view could be seen:
Petropavlovsk-Kamchatski, Elizovo, valley of Avacha river and Avacha
Bay; Vilyuchinsky, Mutnovsky and Gorely volcanoes - to the south; the
valley of the Nalychevo river, Zhupanovsky & Dzenzur volcanoes – to
the north. The massive cone of Koryak volcano is seen to the west.
Ascent takes about 6-8 hours If the climbing up is difficult for
somebody, it’s possible to return to the camp. Driving to the
recreation department in the resort area “Paratunka”. Accommodation,
rest, bathing in swimming-pools with hot thermal water.
5th day.
Driving to the Bystraya river (125 km). Beginning of rafting on floatable rafts. It takes place among grand mountain ranges along the river with some rapids. The nature is virtually unspoilt It’s secure for novices. The diner at the fire, fish-soup. Spending the night in tents.
6th day.
Rafting along thr Bystraya river (2 rapids). During rafting you can fish, pick some mushrooms and berries, and watch birds and wild ducks, and many other animals.If you are lucky enough, you’ll see a bear or a Steller’s sea eagle. All those things make the rafting very interesting. Spending the night in tents.
7th day.
Rafting along the Bystraya river (1 rapid). End of rafting. Driving back to the recreation department (160km). Accommodation, rest, bathing.
8th day.
Sea-trip along Avacha Bay. Seeing the sea birds nests on the islands “Babushkin Kamen (Granny’s Stone)” and “Tree Brata (Three Brothers)”. Short trip in the Pacific Ocean to the island “Starichkov”. Sea fishing, seeing the seal rookery. Opportunity to meet whales, dolphins. Lunch, fresh fish soup. Guided city tour.
Driving to Mutnovsky volcano by “off road” car. Setting up the camp.
Excursion walk to the waterfall (90m) in the canyon Opasny (Dangerous).
Spending the night in tents.
9th day.
Ascent to the crater of Mutnovsky volcano (2323m). Seeing active
fumaroles, mud siphons, mud craters, mountain lake. The crater of
volcano Mutnovsky is one of the most wonderful volcanic phenomenon of
Kamchatka. Steep walls surround wide and deep crater, with shining
glaciers. Ascending takes 8 hours. If it is difficult for somebody to
ascend it’s possible to return to the camp. Spending the night in tents.
10th day.
Ascent to the crater of Gorelij volcano (1829m). Seeing active fumaroles, mud siphons, mud craters, mountain lake. The crater of volcano Mutnovsky is one of the most wonderful volcanic phenomenon of Kamchatka. Steep walls surround wide and deep crater, with shining glaciers. Ascending takes 6 hours. If it is difficult for somebody to ascend it’s possible to return to the camp. In the evening return to the Petropavlovsk(100km).
11th day.
Visiting the fish market. Shopping. Souvenirs. Departure to the airport.
The cost of this tour for 1 person is 2000€.
The cost of the helicopter excursion to the Valley of Geysers is $500 for 1 person. The excursion is paid on the day of flight. As the flight is realized only if the weather is nice.
The cost includes:
- 3 meals per day during the whole tour.
- Guide services during the whole tour
- Cook during the whole tour.
- Interpreter services during the whole tour.
- Base equipment (tents, rafts etc).
- Transport services (bus, “off-road” car, cutter).
- Residence at a resort.
- Visa support and registration.
The cost does not include:
- Fly to Petropavlovsk.
- Visa to Russia.
- Residence at a hotel
- Purchase of alcoholic drinks, cigarettes.
- Purchase of souvenirs.
It’s possible to use porters and satellite phone for extra fee.
Every participant of the tour should have a backpack, a sleeping bag, a tourist rug, strong footwear, things for personal hygiene, bathing accessories.
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