Valaam Island and the beauty of the Ladoga Skerries

Rocky islands, dense forests and endless Ladoga — let's set off on a great journey to Valaam Island

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Rocky islands, quiet bays, dense forests and endless Ladoga — let's set off on a great journey to one of the most beautiful places in Karelia. You will wander around Valaam at your own pace, see the Ladoga Skerries and climb the observation deck of Honkasalo Island. And you will probably fall in love with the harsh and fascinating nature of the Russian North.

Formats

Number of participants

up to 10

For children

Suitable

Duration

6h

How it works

Yacht, motorboat

Tickets

Required

50000 ₽ per excursion per person

More about this event

The route starts from the Valaam pier in the center of Sortavala. About an hour's journey to Valaam Island, half of it along the Ladoga Skerries. Then landing on Valaam Island. Three hours of free time on the island to visit the temples and local attractions. You can book a tour, rent a bicycle, an electric car or take a walk. Visit the monastery shop, where products from the monastery farm are sold. After visiting Valaam Island, we head to the Ladoga Skerries. We approach the very heart of the Ladoga Skerries. Narrow channels, small islands, favorite places of the Ladoga seal. The next stage of the journey is a half-hour stop with a landing on Honkasalo Island, where you can go to the observation deck, which offers a fabulous panoramic view of the endless expanses of Ladoga. Then the boat goes through the Ladoga Skerries towards Sortavala.

Walking tour of the Ladoga Skerries

Transfer to Valaam Island

Sightseeing tour on the water

Cheerful and responsive captain

Excursion on Valaam Island

Personal expenses

Meals

For visiting Valaam Island, the Valaam Monastery charges a donation of 200 rubles per person

We are located at the Valaam pier, Sortavala, Valaamskaya Street 1. The captain will meet you in person. All details will be discussed the day before the trip by phone or any other convenient way for you.

Start location

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Sortavala, Valaamskaya Street 1

End location

Sortavala, Valaamskaya Street 1

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