Kamchatka Tour | Russia Travel | Private Russia Tour with Pyala Travel - Travel Program

Day 1

Arrival in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy from Moscow/Novosibirsk/Vladivostok/Khabarovsk/Tokyo. Meeting at the airport, transfer to a hotel in Paratunka or Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy. Accommodation. Free time. Rest and bathing in hot thermal water swimming pool (in case of the hotel in Paratunka).

* Accommodation in a hotel. No meals

Day 2

07:00 transfer by car to the sea port of PKC.
08:00-13:00 A boat trip along the Avachinskaya bay to the Pacific Ocean and the Starichkov island. Lunch on board the vessel.
The Avachinskaya bay is considered to be one of the most beautiful in the world. Its twisting coastline is cut by numerous small bays. Two spawning rivers flow into the bay. 32 species of fish inhabit its waters. Practically all the year round we can find here several species of sole, greenling, bullhead and halibut. Sea birds are rather numerous in the area. One can see seals in the bays situated at the entrance to the Avachinskaya bay. The seals are not afraid of people and let them approach rather close. Among big mammals one can find killer-whales. The waters of the Avachinskaya bay are rich in natural gifts – sea urchins and crabs.
The Starichkov Island is situated about 10 km (5,5 miles) from the entrance to the Avachinskaya bay. It got its name after small sea birds that nest there (Puffins). The Starichkov Island is a nature reserve on water which abounds in puffins, loons, cormorants and other waterfowl. Several nests of Steller’s Sea Eagle and a seal harem are situated on the island.
Petropavlovk-Kamchatsky city tour after the boat trip. Visit of the Kamchatka museum of local lore, the view point of PKC, the city centre, a gift shop, a market.
Transfer to the hotel. Since 18:00 Free time. Rest and bathe in hot thermal water swimming pool (in case of the hotel in Paratunka).

* Accommodation in a hotel. Breakfast, lunch

Day 3

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the Mountain Vachkazhets (about 80 km from PKC). Trekking to the mountain cirque with visit to the beautiful lake and waterfall.
The mountain-mass and its environs are one of the most beautiful places on the primordial Kamchatka peninsula. In ancient times, Vachkazhets was a one-cone volcano. But as a result of a strong eruption, it exploded and divided into three main parts: Mt. Letnyaya Poperechnaya (1420 m), Mt. Vachkazhtsy (1600 m) and Mt. Vachkazhets itself. In the area of Mt. Letnyaya Poperechnaya, there are still two large volcanic cirques that are probably the remains of the crater of the ancient large volcano.
Lunch – picnic. Return to the hotel. Free time. Rest and bathe in hot thermal water swimming pool (in case of the hotel in Paratunka).
NOTE! Due to road and weather conditions the total time for trekking can be enlarged. According to group physical preparation and personal abilities the guide has the right to decide to shorten or (and) to change the route on spot.

* Accommodation in a hotel. Breakfast, lunch

Day 4

10:00 transfer to the Bystraya river (about 2 hours). Lunch in a tent camp. 13:30-16:30 River floating with “catch-and-release” fishing (2,5 – 3 hours).
The Bystraya river, the second longest river in Kamchatka, flows along the southern slopes of the Sredinniy Ridge (MiddleRidge). It plays an important role in reproducing Pacific salmon. King salmon, Red salmon, Humpback salmon, Silver salmon and Sima spawn in the waters of the Bystraya river. Pacific Char and East Siberian Char are found here in great quantities as well as Grayling, Rainbow Trout and Atlantic salmon. Experienced guides and inflatable rafts are at your disposal.
16:30 Transfer to the Malkinskiye hot thermal springs. Bathe in the springs.
The Malkinskiye hot thermal springs are situated in the valley of the Bystraya river, at a great thermal territory of underground natural springs. Hot thermal water runs to small basins situated near the cold creeks. This is a great place for bathing and rest in the open air.
19:30 Return to the hotel. Free time. Rest and bathe in hot thermal water swimming pool (in case of the hotel in Paratunka).

* Accommodation in a hotel. Breakfast, lunch

Day 5

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the foothill of the Avachinskiy volcano by an all-terrain vehicle (about 2 hours). Arrival at the base camp, rest and safety instructions before trekking, trekking to the Camel mountain, lunch at the base camp. 
The Camel mountain is situated between two volcanoes, Koryakskiy and Avachinskiy. The height is about 1200 meters. The trekking to the mountain takes about 3 hours and is not very difficult. From the top of the mountain you can see beautiful views of the Avachinskaya bay and the surroundings of Petropavlovsk and Elizovo, the Avacha river and Nalychevo valley.
After the trekking you will have lunch at the base camp. Then we’ll take you to the Pacific coast where you’ll have a walk along the black sandy beach of volcanic origin.
The Khalaktyrskiy beach is a popular place among the citizens of Petropavlovsk. The long coastal line is covered with volcanic sand and in summer is full of blossoming flowers and bushes.
After the walk - transfer to the hotel. Free time. Rest and bathe in hot thermal water swimming pool (in case of the hotel in Paratunka).

* Accommodation in a hotel. Breakfast, lunch

Day 6

Free day for optional tours for extra charge:
1) helicopter trip to the Valley of Geysers
2) helicopter trip to the Kurilskoye lake
3) excursion to Kainyran ethnic centre

* Accommodation in a hotel. Breakfast

Day 7

Optional tour to Dachniye hot springs*.
08:00 Transfer by all-terrain vehicle to the Mutnovskaya geothermal power station (about 3 hours).
11:00-13:00 Trekking to the Dachniye hot thermal springs.

The Dachniye springs are sometimes called a Valley of Geysers in miniature. They are situated at the foothill of the Mutnovskiy volcano, at the edge of a huge intermountain area – the modern central part of the Mutnovskiy geothermal deposit. The springs are situated in the ravine with steep walls. On its left slope there are several warm spots, rising steam, bubbling caldrons. At the bottom, on the ledge of the right slope a big bubbling caldron emits powerful steams of vapour. A bit higher there is a powerful vapour-water fountain. In the riverbed of a hot stream a large basin where one can take a warm bath is naturally formed.

13:00 Transfer to the Spokoiniy (Quiet) creek (about 30 minutes).
13:30-14:30 Visit of the waterfall (the height is about 40 m). On the way back bathe in the swimming-pool of the "Snow valley" lodge is possible*.
18:30 Return to the hotel. Free time. Rest and bathe in hot thermal water swimming pool (in case of the hotel in Paratunka).

Day 8

Transfer to the airport (no guide assistance). Departure.
The departure time from the hotel and for the flight can be shifted according to weather conditions.

* Breakfast