Why go?
In a comfortable mode, explore the ends of the earth - Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands full of treasures
Spectrum of impressions
Sakhalin offers fantastic scenery, the freshest seafood, rich history and many options for active entertainment. You can add activities to the program that you like: from sea fishing and visiting medicinal springs to rafting and helicopter rides
Comfort and nature
Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands are a relatively new tourist destination. But this doesn't mean you have to put up with discomfort. Between locations we will travel by speedboats, prepared jeeps, Robinson helicopters, and will be accommodated in hotels for VIP guests
Unique program
We give meaning to the hackneyed phrase “individual approach”. This is a tour designer that adapts to your wishes - from the menu to the choice of routes and activities. Professional support 24/7 will allow you to completely relax and enjoy the adventure.
Sakhalin and Kuril Islands
It is here, on the edge of the earth, that you will be the first to see a fabulously beautiful sunrise on the ocean shore before anyone else in our country. Here you will see mesmerizing and exotic landscapes, taste the freshest seafood delicacies, get acquainted with the eclectic culture of the Far East, relax in a natural hot spring spa, be filled with tranquility and inspiration - and, of course, fall in love with these unique places forever!
Season: summer season from June to September, winter season from mid-December to mid-April.
Transport: Toyota and Mercedes minibuses, prepared Lexus SUVs, Robinson 44 helicopters.
Lighthouse Aniva
One of the must-see pearls of Sakhalin is the lighthouse on the Sivuchya rock, built by the Japanese in 1939. The structure is unique in that part of it is not made by human hands and consists of rock. From the top of the tower (31 m, 9 floors) there is a stunning view of the surrounding area.
Cape Giant
You have definitely seen images of this cape when looking at photographs of the region. Picturesque arches, remains growing out of the waters and rich fauna: bird colonies nest here, seals rest, and bears can be found. This cape will not leave even the most experienced traveler indifferent!
Tikhaya Bay
This place fully lives up to its name: the bay is sheltered from winds and bad weather by the stone walls of the Zhdanko ridge. The soothing rustle of the waves, the cries of seagulls, the majestic atmosphere and the bizarre shapes of the foot of the rocks, carved by the waves.
Sea lion rookery
The old breakwater of the Nevelsk port is one of three places in the world where sea lions can be observed in close proximity to a populated area. A sea lion is even depicted on the coat of arms of Nevelsk.
Mount Zhdanko
The highest point of the ridge of the same name is 682 m. From the top of the mountain you can enjoy an incredible view of the island. On the ridge formed by lava flows, many endemics grow - unique plants not found anywhere else in the world.
Cape Crillon
Cape on the southern tip of Sakhalin Island. Crillon is not only a breathtaking panorama of the ocean, but also an open-air museum. There is an active lighthouse built in 1883 and a working weather station. In good weather, the coast of Japan can be seen from the cape.
Mount Spamberg
This mountain is notable for its hydraulic system: in addition to gushing springs, streams and picturesque waterfalls, at an altitude of 800 meters there are 18 fresh mountain lakes, the only ones on the island. Shuisky Waterfall (35 m) is one of the generally recognized wonders of Sakhalin.
Moneron Island
An uninhabited natural park 43 km from the coast of Sakhalin. Crevices, grottoes, rocks, seal rookeries and bird colonies, crystal clear water with a rich underwater world, and sometimes you can’t believe that this amazing place is really in Russia.
Lake Busse
Gastronomic lake. Where else can you literally catch seafood delicacies with your bare hands - giant oysters, mussels, shrimp, sea urchins, whelk, scallops. Here you can also meet fur seals, seals, and eagles. The local landscape will not leave you indifferent - the surface of the water and glades, ideal for a picnic.
Sea and river fishing
In coastal waters there is a lot of cod, pollock, flounder, greenling, and halibut. There are also huge schools of salmon here - seal, pink salmon, chum salmon, coho salmon. And, of course, a freshly prepared catch is the best reward after an exciting fishing trip.
Bears of Iturup Island
This Kuril island is famous for many attractions: cliffs, volcanoes and bays, but Iturup’s calling card is bears. There are more than 1,500 of them here. In addition, this island can be called a fishing paradise - here you can catch pink salmon, chum salmon, halibut, and crabs.
Yanquito Lava Plateau
The beach is like something out of a science fiction movie: frozen volcanic lava has formed bizarre rocks on the seashore. These places are especially beautiful at sunset, when the dark brown walls of the rocks turn shades of red, as if transporting us to another planet or to a time when an ancient volcano woke up.
Black and White Rocks
Fabulously beautiful places on the island of Iturup. The black rocks are lava outcrops of basaltic volcanic rocks, while the white rocks are composed of pumice and volcanic glass. Another reminder of distant times when nature created these amazing landscapes that today evoke thoughts of Iceland.
You are just a few steps away from your dream trip!
Tour program of your choice
Arrival to Sakhalin
You arrive at Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk airport. Transfer to the hotel in comfortable cars takes from half an hour to 50 minutes. The first day will be as calm as possible - now it’s important to relax after a long journey and get ready for adventure! You will find a visit to the SPA complex on site, a sauna and a delicious dinner in the restaurant.
Do you want to immediately plunge into the atmosphere of these places? If you wish, you can visit various attractions - the Sakhalin Museum of Local Lore, the sports and tourist complex “Mountain Air”, the A.P. Chekhov and other historical monuments.
Possible options:
- Meeting at the airport business lounge
- Meeting at the gangway
- Transfer to the hotel by helicopter
Comfort
First meeting
Journey
Eco-hotel Albatross
The Albatross country complex is located on the shore of Tunaich, the second largest lake in Sakhalin. This lake is a natural monument, and the surrounding areas are a protected area, so staying here will allow you to immediately immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Sakhalin and begin to get acquainted with the flora and fauna of the region.
On the territory of the eco-hotel there is a modern guest house in a classic European style. 7 guest rooms, 16 beds, which contains 7 guest rooms with 16 beds, a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area, open attic and karaoke area. The hotel also has an outdoor swimming pool, a jacuzzi, a Russian bath and a cozy gazebo.
Boat trip to Aniva lighthouse
We begin our adventure with a visit to the legendary Aniva lighthouse - one of the list of the most mysterious and interesting places on Earth. The mysterious tower, built in 1939 by the Japanese, rises on the Sivuchya rock, at the junction of two water elements - the Sea of Japan and the Sea of Okhotsk. The lighthouse seems to grow out of the rock, since part of it is miraculous.
We will cover the long path to the lighthouse in comfort, enjoying the beauty of the mountains, sea breeze and majestic waterfalls. At the same time, we’ll test our luck - if we’re lucky, during this walk we will be accompanied by amazing creatures - killer whales, dolphins and seals. On the way back we will stop for lunch in an equally picturesque place - Cape Mramorny.
Meals: picnic on a wild beach
Transport: PVC boat or speedboat.
Refreshing breeze
Mysterious
Great view
Jeeping to Cape Giant
We board our off-road vehicles and head to Cape Bird. The path lies through wild places untouched by civilization - almost off-road, through dense forest, overcoming hills and passes. This road alone can be considered a full-fledged adventure, but at the end an even more exciting experience awaits us - we will reach the shore of the Sea of Okhotsk and see Cape Velikan.
This unique natural monument is familiar to everyone who has been interested in Sakhalin. This coast with fantastic cliffs that rise along the entire coast from Cape Bird to Cape Giant is the calling card of the region. Majestic stone arches, loud flocks of seagulls, proud cormorants and lightning swifts, a narrow strip of sandy beach, coniferous forests on the sea terrace... An unforgettable experience and the proximity of untouched nature.
Meals: seafood picnic on the picturesque seashore
Transport: prepared jeeps or ATVs (with driver, optional)
Adrenalin
Seafood delicacies
Unity with nature
Santa Resort Hotel
The romantic and quiet Santa Resort Hotel is close to both many attractions and nature. It is located in a valley surrounded by hills, not far from the Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk recreation park and the Mountain Air ski resort. Excellent cuisine, cozy rooms, peace and tranquility - everything you need for a comfortable stay.
The hotel's elegant architecture is reminiscent of the Japanese style that can be found throughout Sakhalin. On the territory of the Santa Resort Hotel there is a swimming pool and cozy gazebos, which offer views of the mountain peaks and beautiful gardens.
Gastronomic Lake Busse
Lake Busse is actually a lagoon located in the Sea of Okhotsk. This is a must-visit place for anyone who loves and appreciates seafood delicacies. We will get here in comfortable cars (travel time is about 1.5 hours). On the lake you can “hunt” on your own for giant oysters, sea urchins, crabs and many other marine life - literally the entire variety of Sakhalin seafood. And while you contemplate the surface of the water, walking along the shore of Busse, our chef will prepare for you a delicious lunch from the fresh catch. You can also find marine mammals and birds on the lake.
Meals: Lunch from the chef from freshly caught seafood
Transport: prepared comfort and business class jeeps.
Scenic Views
Fine dining
Rich fauna
Crillon by helicopter
Cape Krillon is the southernmost and most inaccessible point of Sakhalin. We will take you here in maximum comfort on a Robinson 44 helicopter and will not let you get bored along the way: from a bird's eye view you will see secluded bays and beautiful capes, including the famous Cape Kuznetsov - a flat plateau with dizzying cliffs.
Crillon is a natural monument and an open-air museum. All year round, you can see the rookeries of sea lions and seals here, and in the valley of the Kuznetsovka River, rare species of birds nest and unique plants grow, which your guide will tell you about. The cape is also home to an active lighthouse and a weather station with a rich history - for example, the lighthouse was built back in 1883.
Meals: fresh seafood picnic
Transportation: Robinson 44 helicopters
View from above
wild nature
Story
Sea and river fishing
A real fishing adventure! Both amateur and professional fisherman simply must experience this.
Sea fishing on Sakhalin or Iturup Island will be organized on a comfortable fishing yacht. Tackle, bait and experienced guides - all at your service! In coastal waters it is easy to catch cod, pollock, flounder, and greenling. In the summer, huge schools of Pacific salmon (masu salmon, pink salmon, chum salmon, coho salmon) migrate along Sakhalin. In the depths you can catch halibut, stingrays and even sharks.
River fishing in this region is also exciting and will certainly be successful! We will go to the Langeri River. Pink salmon come here en masse, literally filling the water and displacing any other fish. However, there is no change from year to year, and when the river is slightly filled with pink salmon in Langeri, you can catch char and kunja.
Meals: unforgettable dishes from caught fish and seafood from the chef
Trophy catch
Unique experience
Freshness
Mega Palace 4*
Mega Palace can rightfully be called one of the best and most comfortable hotels in the Far East. This is a high-rise building, from the windows of which a magnificent view of Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk and the hills surrounding the city opens. In addition, Mega Palace is located a couple of minutes walk from the city park and close to the Mountain Air ski resort.
Everything in this hotel is imbued with comfortable luxury that will satisfy even the most demanding guests. All rooms are impeccably thought out and pleasantly decorated - from the central hall to restaurants and rooms, regardless of their class.
Mount Spamberg by helicopter
The highest mountain peak in the South Coastal Range. But Mount Spamberg has become a point of attraction for tourists not due to its height or double peak, but because there is a unique group of 18 shallow fresh lakes, the only ones on Sakhalin.
Having reached the mountain by helicopter, we will also see the famous Shuisky (Two-headed) waterfall 25 meters high. Photos of this natural monument are known throughout the country, because they even appeared in the weather forecast screensavers in the Vremya program. In addition, Spamberg has springs gushing from the depths of the earth and cascading mountain rivers.
Meals: picnic overlooking the lakes
Transport: Robinson 44 helicopters
Freshness of the mountains
wild nature
Mountain lakes
Moneron Island
The pearl of the Sea of Okhotsk, Moneron Island is a natural park, without which a visit to the Far East would be incomplete. There are harmonious volcanic and mountain landscapes, rocky crevices and secluded grottoes, noisy waterfalls and alpine meadows here.
Moneron is also notable for its wildlife: the island is home to countless birds and mammals, and in the clear azure waters off the coast you can contemplate a rich underwater world. Our guide will tell you the impressive, mysterious and dark history of the picturesque island, because of which it remained completely uninhabited, but is still considered a sacred place among the Japanese.
Meals: picnic on the island
Transport: boat or Robinson 4 helicopter
Exotic
Story
Columnar rocks
Hotel Yanquito
The VIP guest house is located on the shore of the beautiful Gremuchiy Beach Bay, at the foot of the volcano. An ideal place for those who value exclusivity, impeccable service and picturesque views. The Yankito building is built from solid natural wood according to an individual design.
When you wake up, from the windows of the spacious two-level room you will see a bay or a volcano. Every minute here will be filled with peace and quiet. The rooms have views of the volcano and the bay. To relax after an active and exciting day, the hotel has a sauna with a swimming pool and a waterfall.
Iturup Island
Iturup is a concentration of the unique spirit of Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands. On the largest island of the Kuril archipelago, volcanoes lie dormant, the sea meets the ocean, and the ringing silence is broken only by the cries of birds. Here you will probably see a bear - after all, there are more than 1,500 of them on the island.
We will explore Iturup and visit the most interesting sights. We will admire active and extinct volcanoes, see one of the highest waterfalls in the country (141 meters), and admire the alien landscape of the Yanquito lava plateau. On this island you feel all the grandeur of nature and the transience of time, admiring the bizarre relief of the rocks that arose where lava met the sea.
Meals: picnic at the volcano
Transport: prepared jeeps
Lava flows
Water space
Picnic by the volcano
Black and White Rocks
It is impossible to visit Iturup Island without seeing the legendary Black and White Rocks - so different, but equally impressive. We will go on an excursion to Prostor Bay (15 km from the village of Reydovo). Our path will lie along the sea, sandy spits and bright flowers. Arriving at the place, we will see unique creations of nature - bizarre rocks covered with grass, shaded with white quartz and black titanium-magnetite sand. Rising against the backdrop of the majestic emerald sea, these rocks will forever be remembered for their majestic charm.
The black rocks are formed by lava outcrops of basaltic volcanic rocks, while the white ones are made of pumice. Here, under the shadow of the steep walls, we will enjoy lunch prepared by our chef.
In the evening we will return to the hotel, where you will enjoy a relaxing massage, a hearty dinner and a swimming pool.
Meals: lunch on the seashore
Transport: prepared jeeps
Unique experience
Breath of time
Spirit of freedom
Choose the right format
Ready-made program or individual adventure?
Sakhalin and Iturup Most Popular
from 290,000 ₽
per person / from 7 days- Accommodation in the best hotels
- Transfers by Toyota minibus
- Personal guide all days
- Excursion around Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
- Boat trip to Aniva lighthouse
- Cape Bird and Cape Giant
- Gastronomic lunch at Busse Lagoon
- Iturup: thermal springs of Baransky volcano
- Iturup: Jeeping to the White Rocks
- Iturup: Jeeping on the Pacific Ocean
- Iturup: Yankito lava plateau
- Lots of fish, crabs and caviar.
Sakhalin with helicopter Most Popular
from 590,000 ₽
per person / from 10 people- Accommodation in the best hotels
- Individual menu for every day
- Meeting in the business lounge
- Transfer on Lexus SUVs and Mercedes minibuses
- Personal guide all days of the tour
- Helicopter ride on a Mi-8 helicopter (Crillon or Spamberg or Moneron Island)
- Boat trip to Aniva lighthouse
- Jeep tour to Cape Giant
- Sea fishing from a boat
- Gastronomic dinner at Busse Lagoon
- Lots of fish, crabs and caviar.
Corporate adventure Most Popular
individually
any group/durationCONDITIONS FOR GROUPS OF 7 PEOPLE- Complete an interview with an expert on the region (20-30 minutes) and we will create a personalized tour for you.
- The program you will receive is thought out to the smallest detail: accommodation, transport, timing, map of the day, menu, list of specialists involved.
- A corporate adventure can be of any length. We have extensive experience working with corporate and VIP groups.
