📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
The territory of the Kamchatka area and all Kamchatka is one of the richest in the world on natural and recreational resources. This is one of the most outstanding volcanic regions in the world, with a high density of active volcanoes, a variety of types, and a wide range of related features. The host organization is presented by the Volcanoes of Kamchatka Natural Reserve which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. The camp will be held in the Natural Park 'Bystrynsky', where unique settlements of small northern ethnic groups can be found. The main aim of the host organization is to preserve the unique landscapes and traditions and culture of the native ethnical groups. The hosting organization is very experienced in working both with local and international volunteers.
💼 What the programme involves
Volunteers will mainly take care of the old touristic paths of the Natural Park and making new ones. The work includes: cutting woods, marking touristic path, making descriptions of touristic routs, flatten the ground for the paths, etc.
🏠 Accommodation on site
Depending on the work volunteers will be accommodated either in the guest house of the Natural Park or in tents. 2 hikes of different duration are expected (4-days and 3-days). During the hikes, volunteers will cook in field conditions.
The guest house is equipped with a kitchen and a bathroom. There is no internet connection in the camp.
📍 About the location
The camp is situated in village Esso.
Volunteers will have a guided tour around the Park. During free time, there is a possibility to visit an ethnical settlement and nomads camp.
Before or after the camp, volunteers can easily visit the Khalaktyrskiy (near Elizovo) beach which is famous for its black volcanic sand and many other natural sites of the peninsula.
ℹ️ Additional information
Extra fee covers part of the budget for food.