Having earned a MA in Russian and East European Studies from Yale University in 1998, Kristyn decided to share her passion for the region by bringing groups of Americans face to face with the people and places ordinarily overlooked by traditional tourists to the former Soviet Union. Nicolay and Irena Kruglyakov, our local coordinators, have been leading travelers through Kamchatka since January 1993. Nikolay, the chief of Kamchatka's Alpine Rescue Service and an experienced mountain climbing instructor, has led tours to every corner of Kamchatka. Irina, Kamchatka's 1993 Champion White Water Rafter, adds her expertise on the rivers-and at the campfire cooking up local delicacies. There may be some early mornings, and a few long days of hiking, but the tours are generally conducted at a relaxed and easy pace.
Guides provide the most comfortable accommodation available in the wilderness.
Delicious food is expertly prepared and there are many opportunities to relax and enjoy your pristine surrounding during each day. Participants will carry a full pack of gear and a share of food on one overnight trip. The hiking on this day is relatively easy and downhill. You will need to bring your own pack adequate for this day with you. Band aids, small bandage, blister treatment Leatherman or Swiss army knife Durable drinking cup, plate, spoon, fork Camera, film, polarizing filter, spare battery and dust proof bag.