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In the afternoon the group will meet at the airport of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, go to the hotel and check-in. Then you will have a delicious welcome lunch at a Japanese restaurant where you will taste fresh seafood.
After lunch the adventure begins! You will go to get acquainted with Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk and have a tour around the city, including all the main attractions. In the evening you can have dinner in a restaurant of your choice with Japanese, Chinese, Korean or European cuisine.
In the morning, transfer to the airport and flight to Iturup Island.
Get ready to find yourself on another planet! The beach of the Kuril Bay is formed of solidified volcanic lava and resembles unusual Martian landscapes. The silhouettes of black rocks in the ocean make them even more mysterious. Surprisingly, you can find green grass and beautiful flowers breaking through the layer of lava.
Note: Actual departure time is subject to change depending on flight schedules and weather conditions. In case of a late departure on this day, you will have free time to walk on your own.
Today you will go on a boat trip along the picturesque coast of Chirip Peninsula, which is made of solidified lava. You'll be able to watch the rookeries of sea lions and multiple birds colonies. Then you'll visit the White Rocks, famous for their ash-colored ridges of unusual shapes. The rocks are made of rather flexible rock formation, and the landscape of the area is constantly changing.
You will have lunch on the coast.
In the evening you’ll return to the hotel and have dinner.
Today you will go to a real volcano!
You will go to the foot of the active Baransky volcano with the height of 1,132 meters. The last time the volcano erupted in 1951, but the scientists still record increased activity here. However, new eruptions are not expected in the nearest future, so there is nothing to be afraid of.
You will see the geothermal station, mud boilers and geothermal outlets. You will see the incredible hot lakes Blue Eyes, from which the sulfuric acid river Kipyashchaya flows. On the banks of this river, you will relax in a jacuzzi under a hot waterfall. The water temperature here is about 42 degrees. The baths are hidden in a very beautiful place among volcanoes and taiga, and no one will disturb you. In between walking and swimming you will have lunch.
In the evening you’ll return to the hotel and have dinner.
Today you will visit Kasatka Bay. It was from here that Japanese aircraft carriers and ships set out to attack the US naval base at Pearl Harbor during World War II. However, Kasatka Bay is interesting not only for its history, but also for its beautiful cliffs and caves. Fogs often shroud this deep bay, and during earthquakes, powerful tsunamis reach these shores.
After breakfast you’ll be transferred to the port and will board the ship. The ship sails to Kunashir at 13:00.
You will sail along the endless expanses of the Sea of Okhotsk. The ship is often accompanied by flocks of friendly dolphins, and birds circling in the sky. You will have enough time to enjoy the sea views and relax. Lunch and dinner are available in a cafe on board (not included in the price).
In the morning the ship will arrive at Kunashir. Disembarkation from the ship and transfer to the hotel. Then you will get acquainted with the first miracle of Kunashir — the fumarole field of the Mendeleev volcano. The car will take you closer to the volcano, and then you’ll walk along a beautiful bamboo path. Along the way you will stop for rest, and when you reach the field, you’ll have a 2-hour break. You can have a bite to eat and explore the fumaroles — holes in the solidified lava from which steam and gas escape. Those who wish can swim in the thermal springs.
In the evening you’ll return to the hotel for a delicious dinner.
Today you will visit one of the most unusual places on Earth — Cape Stolbchaty. It was formed from the solidified lava of the Mendeleev volcano, which split into five- and six-sided columns.
Here you will walk along a fabulous eco-trail where bizarre plants grow, and Russian spruces coexist with wild magnolia artificially planted in these places by the Japanese. The trail will take you to the mud springs and to the beautiful coast. Further, you will see the majestic rocks of the White Monks and make your way to Cape Stolbchaty along the fragments of the pillars.
The cape is washed by the Sea of Okhotsk on three sides and surrounded by picturesque lagoons with crystal clear water. You can take a dip and then have delicious fish soup cooked on fire.
And there are miracles again! This time you will go to Golovnin volcano. The car will take you to the beginning of the route, and then you’ll have a walk through stunning fields with elfin cedar and Kuril bamboo. The thickets of plants are so dense that it’s impossible to take even a few steps if you get off the path.
You will reach the caldera of the volcano, which is 4 km in diameter! At the bottom of it there are four domes and two seething lakes — Kipyashcheye and Goryacheye. Kipyashcheye is not suitable for swimming, but plunging into the Goryacheye Lake is a pleasure. There are also magnificent panoramic views opening from the hills.
In the evening you’ll return to the hotel for a delicious dinner.
After breakfast, you will be taken to the port and put on a ship bound for Sakhalin. Lunch and dinner are available in a cafe on board (not included in the price).
You will spend the day on a boat. You can relax after active days in Kunashir and enjoy the open spaces of the sea. If you're lucky, you might spot dolphins overboard.
In the evening you will arrive in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.
We’ll have breakfast and head to the southeast coast of the Sea of Okhotsk. The journey will take about 3 hours and won't be the easiest. But the incredible views of Sakhalin are worth it.
Once you arrive, you will enjoy an easy walk along the coastline and explore the capes of Ptichiy and Velikan. Nature has done its best in these places: huge stone arches, cliffs, and majestic columns rise above the land and water. The largest monolith resembles the profile of a giant, which is why the cape was named this way. “Velikan” means “a giant” in Russian. Birds nest in these areas, so you will have the opportunity to observe their habitats. We’ll have lunch with Far Eastern delicacies in a picturesque spot, relax and return to the hotel in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.
Breakfast, check-out from the hotel, group transfer to the airport and flight home.
Groups are filling up quickly, so please check current availability when making a reservation.
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Some of the trips has a reversed route: first you will visit the island of Iturup, and then the island of Kunashir.
The set of excursions remains the same.
On the first day of the tour the group will be met at the airport in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk (UUS). The exact time of the meeting will be announced later.
You will be met at the airport exit. Then — a group transfer to the hotel (included in the price).
On the last day of the tour from the city of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. Group transfer to the airport is included in the price.
Meeting of the group is at the airport of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk (UUS).
Transfer to the hotel is included in the price. Check-in at the hotel starts at 14:00.
For tourists who arrived later, a transfer from the airport will also be arranged. However, please note that the excursion program on the 1st day begins at 14:00. If you arrive later, you will miss the excursion and welcome lunch.
Important information: Ferry tickets and flights between the islands are paid additionally. All the tickets are purchased by the organizers! The managers will inform you of the current prices.
Group transfer to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk airport on the last day is included in the price. We recommend booking return flights departing after 11:45.
Note: We kindly ask you not to purchase the tickets until the manager sends you a confirmation and guarantees that the tour will take place.
«Igor Farkhutdinov» is a reinforced ice class passenger ship for 150 people built in 1991. «Admiral Nevelskoy» is an ice class cargo-passenger ship for 146 people built in 2020. «Pavel Leonov» is a cargo-passenger vessel of an increased ice class for 146 people.
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The cost of the tour includes accommodation:
Note: The price of the trip is based on double accommodation in hotels. If you are traveling alone, we will try to find a roommate for you from the tourists of our group, but we cannot guarantee this. Usually there is a roommate, but if there is not, you will need to pay extra for single accommodation.
If you need a single room and don't want to stay with anybody, specify this in the comments to your application.
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Standard rooms
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Deluxe rooms
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Deluxe rooms
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Average temperature in Sakhalin and the Kuriles:
The weather in the region is very changeable: there may be rains, winds, fogs and frosts, so you need to be prepared for this feature of the Kuril Islands.
The participants should be in good physical shape and have no medical contraindications for moderate physical activity.
The age range for participants is from 7 to 65 years old.
We strongly recommend getting vaccinated against tick-borne encephalitis.
Vaccination requires at least 3 weeks: you will need to make 2 injections, the first one tomorrow, and the second one in half a month. During the year (before the start of the season), you will make the third injection. Further, it will be necessary to be vaccinated only once every three years.
You will need:
NOTE: Sometimes, due to bad weather, the ship may arrive later, when the port is already closed. In this case, tourists stay overnight on the ship (with no extra charge) and disembark in the morning.
Since this is a group tour, the food is the same for all participants. Unfortunately, we cannot prepare an individual meal for you. If you have an intolerance or allergy to any of the products, please notify the manager in advance. We will pass this information on to the guide or accommodations. However, we kindly ask you to follow up on this matter during the trip. If you have strict dietary restrictions, we recommend bringing suitable food with you or buy it on the spot.
A memorable tour to Sakhalin with a visit to the Kuril Islands — Kunashir and Iturup! You will discover the exceptional world of the Far East and see amazing places, such as volcanoes, cozy bays, mountains, and endless expanses of the ocean. Iturup is the soul of Sakhalin, the largest and most mysterious island of the Kurils with black sandy shores and lava rocks. Kunashir inspires with its dense forests and hills of sleeping volcanoes, and captivates with its immense expanses. Also you will eat the freshest seafood and delicacies, which this region is incredibly rich in!
Tour highlights:
You will live in comfortable hotels and cabins on the ship and travel without backpacks or tents!