Karelia

There is a unique region in the Russian North-West. Its vast territory is almost entirely covered with forest. There are 27 000 rivers flowing in Karelia and 60 000 lakes. It contains two largest European lakes: Lake Ladoga and Lake Onega.

This fascinating land is full of uninvestigated mysteries and undiscovered secrets. Virgin nature and unique monuments of architecture, such as UNESCO-guarded "Kizhsky pogost" attract tourists from all over the world.

Excellent Travel Club offers active tours to Karelia which include excursion to Kijim Valaam and Solovki, to Kivach falls; rafting, fishing, snowmobile driving, dog sledding and other adventures with full board hotel and/or tour base accommodation.