Hiking excursion through Lovozero Tundra in Russian Lapland. Meet a dancing Saami Shaman "Kuiva" on the shore of Seid Ozero! The Lovozero Tundra in Russian Lapland is made up of rounded mountains with plateau summits, the highest point being Mt. Angvundaschorr at 1127m. Jewel-like lakes, transparent springs, majestic waterfalls, fantastic rock outcrops and stunning mountain vistas can be found here. At lower elevations, virgin forests stretch for huge distances.
This hiking excursion is a short backpack trekking and you have to carry a tent, mattress, sleeping bag, food and your personal belongings by yourself. The nights will be spend in tents on the sandy beaches of this beautiful lake. You can enjoy the silence and watch into romantic campfires. We take care of the transfers from and to you place of staying.
Day 1: Transfer to start point of hiking excursion. From there hike through the Elmaraiok pass to the Seidyavr Lake (Saint Lake). From a top of the pass proceed down on a path to the shore of the Lake and make camp. Distance of hike: 9 km.
Day 2: Hike on a path along a northern bank of the Seidyavr Lake along the mountain-mass Kuivchorr up to "Dancing Shaman" on the rock. This "a picture" was created by nature, and its length is 150 meters. Lappish people call it "Kuiva" (idol) and consider the place as magical. Distance of hike: 7 km.
Day 3: Hike on a forest path along the lake and then through the forest to the place where bus is waiting for us to be brought back to civilization. Transfer back to your place of staying.
Accommodation:
|
Level: Good physical condition and capabilities to carry rucksack (approximately 12 kg). |
Group size: 2 - 11 persons (international participation is possible) |
Duration: 3 days |
Dates: Any dates between beginning of June and end of September (dates in other period are on request). |
Price: Prices are depending on group size and rouble exchange rate. Please contact us for an up-to-date proposal. |
Price includes:
|
This hiking excursion through Lovozero Tundra can be extended with the following optionals:
A one-day excursion to Teriberka village and the rare phenomena on Earth, like; a waterfall, the dragon-eggs beaches, a ship graveyard, the Arctic Ocean and much more. Meet the 'Rolling Stones' in Murmansk region on the Barents Sea shore.
One-day winter excursion to the shores of the Barents Sea and to Teriberka. Filming locations of the famous film "Leviathan", frozen waterfall, dragon-eggs beach, a ship graveyard, ice-free waters of the Arctic Ocean.
The mystic of Lovozero Tundra on Kola Peninsula. The 3-days hiking excursion to Seid Ozero (Saint Lake). Meet a dancing shaman 'Kuiva' on the rocks!
If you are sportive, fond of biking and in our neighbourhood on Kola Peninsula, come to Monchegorsk. Bike with a guide on hilly, forest paths with beautiful views to mountains (1 day).
One-day hiking excursion through the mass-mountain of the Monche tundra ridge to waterfall "Devichi Kosi" (Girl's plaits). Excursion starts in Monchegorsk on Kola Peninsula.
Kayak quietly with your guide on Imandra Lake, the biggest on Kola Peninsula. 812 square meters water pleasure and 114 islands are waiting for you. Start in Monchegorsk (1 day).
Sailing on the Imandra lake among number of picturesque islands for two hours under guidance of an experienced instructor. Start in Monchegorsk (2 hrs).
Ski with guide/instructor on lighted tracks in park of Monchegorsk. Includes: skies, shoes and sticks. Lunch in café or on track. For beginners and experienced. Duration: whole day. From Dec till May.
Meet the Lovozero Saami in Russian Lapland. Learn about their culture and traditions. Feed, hug and sledge with reindeers. Meet other northern animals. A 7-8 hour excursion incl. transfers.
Any date between middle of December and end of April (dates in other period are on request).
Excursion on a husky farm close to Murmansk city in Russian Lapland on Kola Peninsula.
After instructions you have a ride in the sled pulled by 6 fluffy huskies on a track of 3 km. Warm tea with pastries are offered.
In the summer you can walk with the huskies instead of the safari.
Any date between middle of December and end of April (dates in other period are on request).
This program is similar as the Husky safari "Fond of Husky".
After an excursion on a husky farm close to Murmansk city and instructions you are going to rule a sledge pulled by 6 dashing huskies over a track of 6 km.
Warm tea with pastries are offered.
In the summer you can walk with the huskies instead of the safari.
Any date between middle of December and end of April (dates in other period are on request).
After an excursion on the husky farm and introductions you do everything yourself;
harnessing the huskies and putting them in front of the sled.
You rule the sled and huskies by yourself on a 40 km long track.
A lunch, warm tea and pastries is included.
Any date between middle of December and end of April (dates in other period are on request).
Come over for an one day trip (incl. transfers) to the magnificient Husky Park close to Lovozero Saami village.
A full excursion program (3h) at the husky kennels and reindeer farm including husky safari and tradional lunch in Russian Lapland on Kola Peninsula.
Hiking excursion in Karelian village Kinerma, visiting a museum, photo exhibition, the church and possibility to join courses in baking 'Kalitki' and making dolls.
Visit the historical quarter in the capital of Karelia, museums, ship replicas and the smithy's workshop. Stroll over the boulevard decorated with arts.
Boat excursions to Valaam Island with hiking excursion in Central Monastery including lunch. Possibility for folk concert. From Sortavala, Petrozavodsk or St-Petersburg.
The one day boat excursion to Kizhi Island from Petrozavodsk harbour. The open air museum of the traditional Karelian way of wooden building.
Visit Solovetsky Islands. Unique nature, ancient stone labyrinths, museums about monastery and GULAG, botanical garden, water channels and more. From 1 day to more day excursions.
A 3-hours excursion about five thousand years of development of the Solovetsky Archipelago by people; mysterious labyrinths, Saami tribes, Karelians and severe Orthodox zealots.
The 4 hours excursion takes place on the picturesque northern part of the Big Solovetsky Island, where there are three small and secluded monasteries.
Watch Beluga whales from Cape Beluga, the western tip of the Bolshoi Solovetsky Island. A 3 hours boat excursion from half of June to half of August.
Boat excursion (3 hrs) to the Big Zayatsky Island. Visit the biggest pagan sanctuary, stone labyrinths, a complex of cult and funeral constructions, first stone harbour, monuments of Andreevsky Monastery.
A 3-hours sea trip in the Solovetsky Archipelago for lovers of scenery, peace and quietness, as well as photographers!
Come very close to the super friendly and sociable Beluga White Whales. Communicate, hug, swim and snorkel with them. The unique opportunity for Beluga whale lovers.
The city excursion in Archangelsk from a hotel or the pier. Visit historical places, old town with beautiful wooden houses, stroll along Dvina river bank and enjoy excursion to Malya Korely.
The 2 hour excursions in Archangelsk city. We have 2 variants: One with the theme of Arkhangelsk city's history and the second one is devoted to the harbour and scientific expeditions.