What to do and see in Murmansk Oblast, Northwestern District: The Best Sightseeing Tours

Murmansk is a living city, filled with joy, a friendly atmosphere, good restaurants and interesting history. In this VoiceMap-story from Murmansk, join Lars Engerengen on a tour through the history of Murmansk, from 1916 to the present as he guides you along Prospekt Lenina - the main street of Murmansk. The tour starts at the Five Corners Square, in front of Hotel Azimut. Experience the lovely and romantic Central Park, the lively "Kirovka" and monuments along the street, and, if you like, the small exotic shops and café's along the way. Let's take a stroll through the largest city above the Arctic Circle. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

Inclusions: Lifetime access to Murmansk: Highlights along Lenina Avenue tour, VoiceMap Application, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusions: Smartphone, Transportation, Food/Drink, Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

We have assembled a team of scientists and weather forecasters whose job is to make your tour successful. Using the latest technologies, experts in our command centre do specialised aurora forecasts every day, and direct our guides and their groups to the right place at the right time to see the Northern Lights. If you have do not see an aurora with us, we will either refund your ticket price, or take you for free on another day.

Inclusions: WiFi on board, the Aurora forecast and recommendations, tea and cookies onboard, an English speaking guide, a professional photographer

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• mind-changing landscapes: ice-free ocean, rocky coastal lines, and arctic tundra • no people, wild nature experience • virgin nature and breathtaking views ready for a photoshoot • interesting facts and commentary by a tour guide/geographer • a hike along cliffs, bays, and sandy beaches • visit to waterfall, Dragon Eggs beach, ship graveyard, weather station • соаstal defence guns of World War II

Inclusions: &snacks onboard, transfer , educational hike around Teriberka and coastal cliffs , guide’s service

Exclusions: meals at a cafe, sledge behind snowmobile across the rocky coast

We are professional hunters of the natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights. In 4 years Nord Tours has received travelers from more than 20 countries, including representatives of diplomatic missions from the US, China, several Latin American states. Our destination is not too saturated yet and prices are very competitive in the Northern European market. During the day we offer several cultural, snow and adventure activities.

Inclusions: During the night activity of the Northern Lights Hunting Tour we also offer snacks.

Exclusions: Private transportation

The Aurora Borealis is what makes this tour unique. Our team is a part of this adventure helping you appear in the right place, time and circumstances and make a trip of your lifetime.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Private transportation

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Have you ever seen reindeer? If yes, then it must be a TV show or an animated film, right? Now, you have got a chance to see them for real. Visit a settlement of indigenous northerners, where people live together with reindeer! On such a tour, not only will you see these fascinating animals but also you will be able to hug them around the neck, touch their incredibly warm fur, feed them with their favourite snack — moss, and take a selfie with them! The owner will show you the way to a Sami dwelling decorated with moss and reindeer skins, where you will listen to some old stories about people of the Far North, try shamanic tea and delicious pies with juicy northern berries. ADVANTAGES: • proximity to the city (an ideal option for those who have a time limit) • flexibility — the tour duration can be adjusted upon your requests • it can be combined with another tour the same day

Inclusions: Transfer from and back to hotel , Guided tour around the reindeer camp given by the owner of the farm, an arctic resident , Reindeer time and photos with them , Storytelling in the lavuu (traditional Sami tent) of moss and reindeer skin , Sami tea with pies in the owner’s house, Pictures in traditional northern costumes , Meeting with a gigantic sacred stone Seita to make a wish, for a small group or can be done individually

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Enjoy an unforgettable adventure with adorable blue-eyed Siberian and Alaskan husky – the cutest dogs ever seen - in Murmansk, the largest city north of the Arctic Circle. You are given a unique opportunity not just to meet one of the friendliest and most sociable dog breeds but also you will have a relaxing yet active walk in fields. For a fleeting moment you can take a break from a hustle and bustle of everyday city life. Spend time in the open air, experience the silence of nature with your new friends, enjoy the magical view and picturesque landscapes, feel the Russian hospitality during the tea party with the Russian traditional samovar. Memories that are not so easy to fade away are waiting for you! • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Transfer from Murmansk to the dog kennel. Return to Murmansk, Visiting a dog kennel with sled dogs (Siberian husky, Alaskan husky), Meeting reindeers (you will be given special treats for reindeers), An English-speaking guide (the guide will meet you in the kennel), A walk in the field with greyhounds, Tea from the Russian traditional samovar with pastry. A memorable souvenir, Protective clothing provided at the kennel, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities to guide/driver (optional)

This tour is a great opportunity to enjoy to the largest and most beautiful mountains of Kola Peninsula, which is more than 350 million years old. They are rich in different stones and minerals, many of which can be found nowhere else in the world. At the foot of the mountains there are two cities – Apatity and Kirovsk, and along the western sides of the Khibiny you can see beautiful lake Imandra. You will enjoy the majestic mountain sceneries and visit the Mineralogy Museum which has a unique collection of minerals from all over the world. Itinerary: Breakfast at the hotel 09:45 am - 06:00 pm - observing opened quarry where minerals are extracted, walking to the shore of spectacular Imandra lake (the largest lake of Kola peninsula), visiting the cities of Apatity and Kirovsk, lunch in Kirovsk, visiting Snow village (snow cave with Ice sculptures), visiting mining and mineralogical museum in Kirovsk city, watching an unique collection of stones and minerals from all over the world.

Inclusions: Local Expert Guide Service, Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

Experience the beauty and strength of the hardiest dogs - Husky - intelligent, good-natured and born to run! Take a ride of 5 kilometres snow-covered route in a huskie’s sled, being surrounded by the northern nature! Dog sledding is a real adventure - there is quite simply nothing like the sensation of being in control of your own dogsled, putting your trust in your dogs and earning their friendship in return. Husky — man’s best friend. This is one of the most friendly and peace-loving dog breeds. Just a few minutes spent with the Huskies allow you to feel their positive energy.This tour will allow you to relax from the urban bustle, plunge into the serenity of the Northern territory and spend time outdoors in the company of amazing animals. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide assistance, Roundtrip transportation to and from your hotel (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), Hot tea and snacks, Independently steer the dogsled at a distance of 5 km, Rest in a sledge behind a dogsled and enjoy the beauty of northern nature, Organize a photo shoot with friendly Huskies and Alaska, See and feed reindeers, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Lunch (available at own expense after the tour – around 20 USD per person, a la carte menu), Personal expenses, Gratuities to guide/driver (optional)

Experience the tremendous beauty of this natural phenomenon. Welcome to hunting for Northern Light! Northern Light (other names: Aurora Borealis) one of the most beautiful and mystique natural phenomena on our planet Earth. You can see the Northern Light only close to North and South Poles, due to its connection with magnetic fields of our Planet. Murmansk is definitely the most comfortable city in Russia for observation and photographing of Northern Lights, due to its geographical location and well-developed infrastructure.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide assistance, Roundtrip transportation to and from your hotel (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), Hot tea and appetizers

Exclusions: Food /drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities to guide/driver (optional)