Tours to Karelia

The Republic of Karelia is a beautiful region with unique northern nature! The capital of the republic is Petrozavodsk.

Main treasures of the region are forests, lakes and rivers. It's called the region of thousands lakes. 

The republic has a unique culture presented by ancient villages and wooden architecture.

Karelia is a popular destination all year round for foreign tourists. It's easy to take the republic from Moscow and Saint-Petersburg cities by one night trains or flights (less than 2 hours). You can also take a morning or an afternoon «Lastochka» train from Saint-Petersburg (approximately 5 hours).

The region has excellent infrastructure, making it possible to travel around Karelia all year round.

 Adventure Guide offers different tours in any season you wish.

There are different types of travels in Karelia:

– River rafting along Uksa, Shuya, Tumcha, Okhta and Keret rivers: for extreme lovers takes place in springtime when rivers are full of water from melting snow. In summer rafting is good for calm and leisurely rest with children even.

– ATV safaris in jeeps, quad bikes – in spring and summer roads are muddy and it let to get unforgettable impressions from extreme off-road riding.

– Sightseeing tours are organised in summer and include visiting places of historical and cultural interest, such as the Valaam Monastery, Kizhi Island, Ruskeala Mountain Park, Solovki and many others.

– Bicycle tours are very popular for possibility to visit beautiful villages and get acquainted with the life of the locals and to see the Northern Karelian nature in all its fullest glory.

– Snowmobile safaris and dog sledging in the winter take place in the southern part of the region. These activities make you feel the excitement of the winter landscapes, frosty air and beautiful countryside.

– Cross-country skiing is a favorite active part of the winter tours. Living in comfortable cottages, you may take radial walks in the forest for about 30 km.