Whale Safari in the Far North: Murmansk

ID178TypeBoat and seaWhereMurmansk (Russia)Meeting pointMurmansk, transfer from accommodationDuration48 hFormatPrivate (your group only)DifficultyEasy: suitable for children and seniorsScheduleDuration: 2 days/1 night; Season: Summer, AutumnLanguagesRussian, English

The excursion

We present to your attention the unique weekend tour "Whale Safari Kola Peninsula". 2 days and 1 night are perfect for an excellent and unforgettable vacation in Kola Peninsula. We will go to meet the signature attraction of the Kola region – Teriberka, get acquainted with the unforgettable Murmansk fjord Ura-Guba, admire whales and other marine life, and the trip includes two sea excursions. For children up to 11 years old (inclusive), there is a 15% discount on the tour price. Important information: - Children up to 11 years old (inclusive) receive a 50% discount when traveling with 2 adults; - We will advise you where it is best to book accommodation in Murmansk; - Due to weather conditions, the sea excursion may not take place. In this case, we will recalculate the cost; - Individual departures are possible on any dates; - For groups of 7 or more people, the departure date can be any day; - Dates for individual departures must be booked upon request; - April and May – in the North, it is the off-season and access to main locations is still blocked by snow; September – the start of the Northern Lights season, and for an additional fee, "Northern Lights hunting" can be added to this tour.

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Представляем Вашему вниманию уникальный тур выходного дня «Китовое сафари Кольского полуострова». 2 дня и 1 ночь идеально подойдут для отличного и незабываемого отдыха на Кольском полуострове. Мы съездим на встречу с визитной карточкой Кольского края – Териберкой, познакомимся с незабываемым мурманским фьордом Ура-Губа, полюбуемся на китов и других морских обитателей, в поездке вас ждет два выхода в море. Для детей до 11 лет (включительно) скидка 15% от стоимости тура. Важная информация: - Детям до 11 лет (включительно) скидка 50%, при условии путешествия с 2-мя взрослыми; - Подскажем где лучше забронировать жилье в Мурманске; - По погодным условиям выход в море может не состояться. В этом случае сделаем перерасчет; - Индивидуальные заезды возможны в любые даты; - Для групп от 7 человек дата заезда может быть в любой день; - Бронировать даты индивидуальных заездов нужно по запросу; - Апрель и май – на Севере межсезонье и в основные локации еще не проехать из-за снега, сентябрь – начало сезона Северных Сияний и за дополнительную плату к этому туру можно добавить "охоту за Северным сиянием"

We present to your attention the unique weekend tour "Whale Safari Kola Peninsula".

Itinerary

Day 1. Meeting with Whales
After breakfast, we head to the settlement of URA-GUBA.
At 8:30 AM, we leave from your hotel; the drive takes 1.5 hours.
At 10:00 AM, our journey into the kingdom of giants begins at a pier hidden among the rugged cliffs of the picturesque fjord. After a brief but important safety briefing, you will board our fast vessel. And so – we set off to meet the main rulers of the ocean depths, the most majestic mammals on the planet! Be ready: the next 6 hours of safari along whale trails will give you incredible shots and unforgettable emotions. The culmination of the day will be an exquisite lunch in the bay of an uninhabited island, where only the sound of waves and seagull cries will accompany your impressions.
By 7:00 PM, we return to the hotel in Murmansk.
Day 2. Day in Teriberka and Sea Excursion
After breakfast, we head to the legendary Teriberka. On the way, we will make a couple of photo stops in the endless Tundra and Stone Garden.
The main locations of this day are the famous "Dragon Eggs" beach, Dragon's Lair, Battery Lake, and Teriberskiy Waterfall.
We will visit the cemetery of ancient ships;
We will have lunch at a restaurant on the bay shore (for an additional fee);
We will visit the sandy beach Barents Sea with giant swings, a ship washed ashore by a storm, and a travelers' bench;
We will go on a sea cruise and see the rocks of Teriberka from the sea. If lucky, we will encounter marine life: whales, dolphins.
At 9:00 PM, we return to the hotel in Murmansk.
Attention! Important information for travelers
During the visit to Teriberka, a walking tour of approximately 4 kilometers is provided. The terrain here is mostly flat, with slight elevation changes. Please take this into account when planning your trip.
We recommend taking care of comfortable footwear and clothing suitable for the weather in advance.

Included

Group accompaniment by a professional guide;
Hot tea and lunch in Ura-Guba;
Transfers according to the tour program;
Two boat trips in Teriberka and Ura-Guba;

Paid separately

Air/rail tickets to/from Murmansk;
Accommodation in Murmansk;
Lunches and dinners;
Personal expenses;
Other services not included in the tour program;

Organized by:

Arktik Tim

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost?

≈ €389 (35,000 RUB) per person.

How long does it take?

About 48 hours.

What is included?

Group accompaniment by a professional guide; Hot tea and lunch in Ura-Guba; Transfers according to the tour program; Two boat trips in Teriberka and Ura-Guba.

Where is the meeting point?

Murmansk, transfer from accommodation.

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