KAMCHATKA (RUSSIA)
11 DAYS

No mandatory single supplement charge

This is a rare opportunity to experience the incredible beauty of the mysterious Kamchatka Peninsula on a personal and up-close basis. Lying at the farthest reaches of the Russian Far East, the Peninsula is a spectacular wilderness, with 28 active volcanoes, incredible geothermal anomalies, abundance of bird and animal life, and unspoiled waters.

Our adventure begins in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatcky, founded in 1740 by Vitus Bering, and today the cultural and scientific center of Kamchatka. We will tour the city set against the silhouettes of the three volcanoes, Avacha, Koryaksky and Kozelsky. The next morning we will start our trekking adventure to Timonovsky Springs. We will travel on horseback and by off-road vehicle through pristine wilderness, staying overnight at a meteorology post and camping under a blanket of stars. We will enjoy soothing thermal-spring baths, float down the unspoiled Avacha River, and spy on bears fishing pink salmon. We will ascend the Avacha Volcano and enjoy the magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean below, before spending the night at a local Hot Springs resort. We will have time to cruise the Avacha Bay before our farewell dinner in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatcky.

Trip Profile

Inclusions: All meals when not in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatcky, all breakfasts when in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatcky, National Park entrance fees, Restricted Area permit, camping equipment, all transportation, service of kitchen crew during the overland expedition, escorted throughout

Exploratory Trip: The trip may not be limited to travelers 50 and over

Start & Finish:  Petropavlovsk-Kamchatcky

Group Size: 6 to 12 travelers

Accommodation: Comfortable accommodation with private facilities. 1 night at a meteorology post. 4 nights camping

Trip Grade: Demanding

Dates:
2 departures in July-August 2008

Land Cost: US$ 4,285

Note: Please note that all itineraries and prices are subject to change.

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