Kamchatka is without exaggeration one of the most spectacular regions in the world. A land of volcanoes, fire and ice, active boiling springs, geysers, waterfalls and volcanic sculptures displaying a multitude of colours that took millions of years to create. There are over 400 glaciers and 189 volcanoes in this region, 29 of which are still active. The region is such a geological phenomenon it has created its own unique flora and fauna. The beauty of Kamchatka will capture you forever. A number of the regions we visit are on the UNESCO World Heritage List

So where is Kamchatka? Its shores are on the Pacific and it’s in one of the remotest places in the world! You will find it at the far Eastern tip of Russia beyond Siberia. Still interested? Look for a small peninsular jutting down towards Japan. The peninsula has two active volcanic mountain ranges extending from northwest to southeast divided by a wide flat area of tundra. The area is remote with practically no infrastructure. We will aim to climb four of the most interesting volcanic summits in Kamchatka: Avachinski (2741m), Ushkovsky (3903m), Krestovsky (4057m) and the highest Kluchevskoy (4750m) a perfect cone. Please note the final peaks attempted may vary according to conditions.

• Estimated International flights from London (Flight inclusive package)
• A British expedition team leader. Small groups may use a local leader.
• Transfers to and from the in-country airport if flights booked with Adventure Peaks
• Internal Air travel
• Permits, charges, importation taxes and levies payable to the Local Authorities in connection with the expedition.
• Food, fuel and cooking equipment whilst on the mountain.
• Hotel and other accommodation on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
• All tents and other communal equipment necessary for the climb.
• Medical safety equipment and supplies.
• Communication equipment (each member on a Grade 3B or above are normally provided with a radio whilst on the mountain and the team is often supported with a Satellite Telephone and e-mail facilities on extended expeditions at Base Camp).
• 90 – 120 litre kit bag for expedition members for UK based clients. A logoed top will be substituted for all clients residing outside of the UK and for returning clients
• 15% discount off the RRP on clothing and equipment from Adventure Peaks shop

• Personal climbing clothes and equipment.
• International flights unless you have selected this option
• Personal insurance, visas, departure tax and inoculations.
• Transfers to and from the in-country airport if flights NOT booked with Adventure Peaks
• Travel to and from UK airport (unless otherwise specified).
• Drinks and hotel or guest house meals, unless specified.
• Personal medical supplies and personal use of communication equipment.
• Excess baggage.
• Tips for porters and local guides.
• Costs associated with an expedition finishing early.
• Costs associated with you leaving an expedition early.
• Costs associated with extending a trip due to bad weather or other circumstances.

It is vitally important that you have adequate travel insurance for your trip with Adventure Peaks. We recognise the complexity and variety of choice in the insurance market and know that many of you either have your own preferred insurer or have annual multi trip cover in place already. If this is the case, please ensure that your insurer is aware of your Adventure Peaks itinerary and can agree to cover the activities being undertaken.

Adventure Peaks do not provide any advice on travel insurance, although it is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have travel insurance which covers the activities which you are likely to be undertaking on your holiday. Cover must include emergency medical, helicopter evacuation, repatriation and rescue expenses.

It is strongly recommended that suitable cancellation insurance is purchased at the time of booking as all deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Suggested insurance companies include:

Expeditions or Treks

• HCC Medical Insurance Services LLC  Tel: +1-800 605 2282
• Travelex Insurance Services  Tel: +1-800 228 9792
• True Traveller Insurance Tel: 0333 999 3140 for treks including over 4500m
• Austrian Alpine Club (UK) Tel: +44 (0)1929 556870
• Snowcard  Tel: +44 (0)1295 660836
• The B.M.C.  Tel: +44 (0)161 445 6111 (please note the BMC cannot cover Mt Damavand)
• Dogtag  Tel: 0800 036 4824 (UK residents only)
• World Nomads  (up to 6000m)
• Insure for Less  (Australians only)

Treks only:

• Campbell Irvine  Tel: +44 (0)207 938 1737
• Rothwell & Towler  Tel: +44 (0)845 908 0161
• J S Insurance  Tel: +44 (0)844 848 1500

Previous trip reports from Kamchatka

Climbed Elbrus – so what next? - Adventure Peaks’ success rate on Elbrus has been consistently good over the past three years with 186 out of 190 clients reaching the summit and now the big question we are getting asked is….what next? Read on to find out more.

Kamchatka Expedition July ’16 - 7th August Today the team arrived at Krysnia, Tolbachic base camp.

Kamchatka Expedition -

We've just had a team return from Kamchatka, a new and very exciting destination which boasts some of the most beautiful and dramatic volcanic landscapes on the planet. One of our clients just left some very positive feedback which we thought you might like to read:

"Well I'm back from Kamchatka a little lighter and a bit hairier.What can I say,it was a fantastic experience. I signed up for a remote experience with the unexpected thrown in and boy did it deliver"

Kamchatka Expedition 2nd August 2013 -

Report received from Leader, Dave:

13th Aug - Dave rang today from Petropavlovsk.  In the last 2 days they climbed Tolbachik volcano, which was erupting whilst they were there and Dave described as stunning. They have had some tough days - one day they walked 27kg including 1800 metres of ascent. Tomorrow they will head out again, this time to trek up Gorely volcano and the day after they plan to trek up Mytnovsky which will end their climbing sessions. Then it's back to Moscow for a night and then home.