3-Day Murmansk Arctic Tour with Aurora Hunts and Teriberka

3 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Chase the Northern Lights and discover the true Russian Arctic on this immersive 3-day winter adventure based in Murmansk. Head out into the polar night with ex...

Duration: 3 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · City: Murmansk · Languages: English

Know before you go: Please note that this is a group tour, and it starts exactly on time.; The road to Teriberka may be closed due to snowdrifts. If that happens, we'll adjust the excursion schedule.; Aurora hunt usually starts at 21:00-22:00. We normally receive information about the chance of seeing the aurora around 18:00. Please stay reachable that day.; Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions, foods you don't eat, or preferences.; Husky sledding is subject to weather and snow conditions.; Snowmobile sledding to the Natural Park in Teriberka is subject to weather conditions.

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What's Included

Transfers from/to the airport
Transfers per program
Two nights of Aurora hunting
Photographer's services
Professional guide assistance
Entrance ticket and proper dinner at the Husky park
Entrance ticket to the Natural park in Teriberka
Hot tea and cookies

Not Included

Air and train tickets
Accommodation
Lunch in Teriberka
Personal expenses
Other services not included in the program
Whale watching (6000 per person for 2 hours)

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Murmansk and Aurora Hunting

On arrival, our driver will meet you at the airport with a sign and take you to the hotel so you can check in. You will have free time until the evening. The Northern Lights hunting team will prepare the route for the hunt to find a location where the aurora borealis is most likely to appear. At around 9 p.m., we will pick you up from your address in the city and bring you back after the hunt. The trip lasts 3-5 hours. The outcome depends on sky conditions and geomagnetic activity. We aim for a cloudless sky and high geomagnetic activity, sometimes driving 150 kilometers from Murmansk to find the lights. If the sky is clear, the best spot may be only about 40 kilometers away. Hot tea and cookies are provided during the trip. We take photos and videos with professional cameras. You will receive them the next day. Aurora hunting is possible from September to April. Choose bright colors for your outfit, as night photos look best with vibrant colors!
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Day 02

Teriberka and the Arctic Ocean

9:00 a.m. - Departure from your accommodation in the city to the tundra and the very Edge of the Earth. During the trip, we will visit: Tundra, tundra, tundra all around (almost no flora) Old Ship Graveyard Dragon's Eggs Beach and Dragon's Den Frozen Waterfall among Red Rocks Famous Traveller's Bench You can try king crab and other seafood specialities at the seaside restaurant. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will have time to rest, and at about 9 p.m. we will go hunting for the aurora (Day 2). You can add a short sea trip for whale watching (6,000 rubles). Attention! Important Information for Travellers Your visit to Teriberka includes a guided walking tour. The walk covers approximately 4 kilometres. The terrain is mostly flat, with only gentle changes in elevation. Please take this into account when planning your journey. We recommend bringing comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing.
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Day 03

Reindeer, Huskies, and Sami Culture

8:00 a.m. - Departure from your accommodation in the city to the largest husky park above the Arctic Circle. It takes 2.5 hours to reach the park. The departure time is subject to confirmation by the park (it depends on the number of tourists per group). There you will: Feed the animals and take pictures with reindeer and friendly huskies Go husky sledding (from the end of October) Learn about the history of the Sami (the indigenous people of the North) Wear traditional dress Enjoy a hearty two-course meal with berry pie and tea 6:00 p.m. - Arrival in Murmansk. We provide a third night of aurora hunting for free if the previous two nights were unsuccessful. Husky sledding is possible from the end of October if there is enough snow. If sledding is not possible, we will recalculate the price.