Cruise Jewel of the Russian Far East: Kamchatka Coast
Kamchatka
14 days
All Year
Yacht
Cruise Jewel of the Russian Far East: Kamchatka Coast
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7,200 €
Price per person
About program:
The eastern seaboard of Russia dominates in the area of North Pacific ocean, but really not a lot of people knows about this amazing place, even smaller quantity ever visited it. This isolation has protected one of its most valuable assets – wildlife.
The area was considered an important ‘frontier zone’ during the Cold War, so it was off-limits to foreigners. Even Russians had to get special permission to travel here. These limitations were changed in 1991/92, but that didn’t make it more accessible. The region is absolutely unique and exotic, even for Russians.
The destination is perfect for cruises as there is almost no other possibility to get there.
In spring and summer, the area is a veritable hive of activity. In September, thousands of birds that migrated here to take advantage of the phenomenal abundance of food will prepare for a new migration, and the well-fed Kamchatka brown bears, which in the beginning of summer abundantly fed on berries and then feasted on salmon in rivers and streams, will doze in the rays of late summer sun. The onset of autumn colors the tundra brightly, creating the perfect landscape.
On this journey from Anadyr to Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, we will make many landings so you could discover this wild and beautiful coast. We will select places that few people visit, such as estuaries, fjords, bays and islands, only historians, photographers and scientists usually land there- you are welcome to join amazing opportunity and see the rarest places of the planet!
Day 1:Anadyr
Day 2: Egvekinot
We explore the town which has an excellent museum, the road and tundra as well as visit the Arctic Circle.
Day 3: Gavriil's coastline
Behind the expansive beach there is a lagoon we can explore for waterfowl and waders.
Day 4: "Pika" river
While cruising on the zodiacs, we can expect to see a noisy sight - thousands of nesting kittiwakes.
Day 5: "Nataly" coastline
Day 6: Lavrova bay and Tinticun lagoon
Afternoon- visit to Tinticun lagood, one of the most impressive places on the Earth
In evening we will see how brown bears hunt at the river
Day 7: Fjords and brown bears
The plan is to walk through the meadows in search of wild animals, to climb up along the stream for a panoramic view of the fjord below.
After lunch we will head south to Cape "Primetny" and a nature reserve located on the Gauvin Peninsula and nicknamed "Bear's Ravine" because of the large number of brown bears that we regularly see here.
We will also walk up to a wrecked fishing boat, now it is home for a nesting colony of Pacific gulls, and then take a walk to sit on the hillside and admire the hilly landscapes.
Day 8: Verkhoturov island
Day 9: At the sea and Bering island
Day 10-11: Commander islands
Day 12: Olga bay
In the lower reaches of the river we will be able to see Steller's sea eagles, most likely young birds, but possibly a few adults still remaining near their nests. There will be an opportunity to see waterfowl: gulls and terns, as well as brown bears and red foxes.
Day 13: Russkaya bay and Kurily lake
We plan to land in the headwaters of the fjord, where we will need to be careful as brown bears are not uncommon in the area.
We will organize a helicopter excursion that will take you to a huge freshwater volcanic pool located in the mountains - Kurily Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a nature reserve in the south of Kamchatka. A place of abundance of wildlife and one of the largest salmon spawning grounds in Kamchatka, the lake is also famous for the large number of brown bears that bring their cubs here to feed.
Day 14: Arrival to Petropavlovsk -Kamchatsky
After breakfast, you will disembark and the transfer will take you to the city center or to the airport.
EXCURSIONS DETAILS
Commander Islands
Day 9/10
The wildlife-rich Commander Islands were first discovered by Commander Vitus Bering when his ship was wrecked here in 1741. He perished on the island along with many of his men. The reports from those that survived led to a ‘fur rush’ and the settlement of the islands. There are two large islands (Bering and Medny) with two smaller islands Ariy Karmen and Toporkov.
Lavrova bay and "Tinticun" lagoon
Day 6
The village build in Lavrov Bay around a fish factory and fur farm, was abandoned decades ago after southern peninsula was declared a nature reserve. Now it is a very rarely visited place with rich wildlife. A place surrounded by jagged peaks and cliffs, where waterfalls plunge into valleys. It is home for Kamchatka brown bears, bald eagles and Larga seals. On a morning cruise on the Zodiacs, we expect to enjoy numerous wildlife encounters as we head towards the wreck of a Soviet refrigerated ship, the Krechet, which crashed near a fish factory in 1978.
This afternoon we plan to explore one of the the most impressive fjords in the region – the Tinticun lagoon. During the last glaciation, this fjord was covered by a large terminal moraine.
A shallow river surrounded by jagged mountains, glaciers and wooded slopes has broken through the moraine, opening up access to one of the most scenic spots in the world. We plan to make several landings to see nutcrackers, brown warblers, red-necked nightingales, and dunnocks. We will also try to observe brown bears that often come to feed at the mouth of the river.
Olga Bay
Day 12
Olga’s Bay is part of the Kronotsky Nature Reserve, which also includes the world famous Valley of Geysers. These landscapes are completely different from those we have seen before, when Kamchatka’s lush forests descended right down to the coastline. There is a chance that we will see brown bears, as well as many species of birds.
Olga Bay is frequently visited by gray whales, which are usually quite friendly to visitors on boats. The outlines of the volcanoes create an excellent setting for exploring the real Kamchatka wildlife. We will go on the zodiacs along the Zhupanova River. The rivers of Kamchatka (of which there are more than 1800) are important ecosystems that support wildlife. They are especially important for salmon spawning, one of the valuable natural resources of Kamchatka.
In the lower reaches of the river we will be able to see Steller’s sea eagles, most likely young birds, but possibly a few adults still remaining near their nests. There will be an opportunity to see waterfowl: gulls and terns, as well as brown bears and red foxes.
YACHT CRUISE INFO
The Spirit of Enderby, also known as Professor Khromov, is a small ice-class expedition vessel. In 2013 and 2019, it was completely refurbished with the expectation of comfortably accommodating a maximum of 50 passengers.
For the convenience of passengers, the ship has a bar, a cozy lounge, a lecture hall and a library with a large collection of thematic literature.
The spacious captain’s bridge, always open to passengers, offers stunning views of icebergs and coastal landscapes. Wildlife and marine animals can also be observed from the open decks of the ship.
The captain and crew of “Spirit of Enderby” are experienced sailors, true enthusiasts of expeditionary travel. During landings, travelers are accompanied by qualified guides and naturalists. For landing, the fleet of motor inflatable boats Zodiac is used, which are simple and convenient to use. With their help, the members of the expedition easily get to amazingly beautiful, but inaccessible places.
Cabins
Suite of owner
Capacity up to 3 passengers in a cabin
• Separated sleeping area with double bed
• Living room with single bed or sofa
• Desk, wardrobe, bedside tables
• Bathroom: shower, toilet, washbasin
• Windows on two sides
Mini Luxe
Capacity up to 3 passengers in a cabin• Separated sleeping area with double bed
• Living room with single bed
• Desk, wardrobe, bedside tables
• Bathroom: shower, toilet, washbasin
• Window
Superior Plus
Capacity up to 2 passengers in the cabin
• Two lower beds
• Desk, wardrobe, bedside tables
• Bathroom: shower, toilet, washbasin
• Window
Superiour
Capacity up to 2 passengers in the cabin• Two beds – upper and lower
• Desk, wardrobe, bedside tables
• Bathroom: shower, toilet, washbasin
• Window
Standard twin cabin
Capacity up to 2 passengers in the cabin
• Two lower beds
• Desk, wardrobe, bedside tables
• Washbasin (combined amenities)
• Porthole
Standart triple cabin
Capacity up to 3 passengers in a cabin
• Two lower and one upper beds
• Desk, wardrobe, bedside tables
• Washbasin (combined amenities)
• Porthole
PRICING
- Pre/Post cruise transfers;
- All on board ship accommodation
- Meals and all expedition shore excursions
- All items of a personal nature, laundry, drinks, gratuities
- International/domestic flights, visas and travel insurance
Suite of owner cabin – 8,316 euro per person
Mini luxe cabin – 7,700 euro per person
Super plus cabin – 7,315 euro per person
Superiour cabin – 6,776 euro per person
Standard twin cabin – 6,391 euro per person
Standard triple cabin – 5,929 euro per person
Port fee 385 euro not included, payable cash aboard
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