Excursion description

The Torii Gate marks the sacred grounds of the Higashi Shirauraura Inari jinja Shinto Shrine, which was opened in 1914. The Torii bears the inscription 'In honour of the 2,600th anniversary of the founding of Great Japan' - this mythological date was widely celebrated in 1940. From the upper platform, there are excellent views of the village, the sea and the hills. Seals can be seen with binoculars installed here.

Tikhaya Bay is a natural corner in Makarovsky District, 130 km from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. The bay is located in the Terpeniya Bay on the east coast of Sakhalin. Ivan Kruzenstern, the first Russian navigator, called the bay 'Quiet'. The Zhdanko Ridge covers the bay from the road side.

Klokovsky Waterfall is one of the highest waterfalls in Sakhalin. It is located on an unnamed stream near Cape Klokova, which gave it its name. The height of the waterfall is 40 metres (depending on the season).

What will be on the tour

Drive along the colourful coast of the Sea of Okhotsk
We will visit Vzmorye, a fishermen's village where you can buy crab.
Touch the Torii Gate - a stopover from the Japanese temple.
We will see one of the most popular and very beautiful waterfalls of Sakhalin - Klokovsky.
Let's admire the picturesque scenery of Tikhoi Bay
In August and September you can see pink and chum salmon and chum salmon spawning.
Sometimes you can see harbour seals

Price

7000 rub / person

Programme

1. Departure from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
2. Stopover in Starodubskoye village - amber coast, amber collection on the seashore
3. Visit to the Torii gate in Vzmorje village
4. Stop in Vzmorye village at the crab market
5. A trip to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Sakhalin
6. Visit to Klokowski Waterfall
7. Arrival at Tikhaya Bay
8. Walking along the Tikhoi Bay
9. Lunch with stunning views of the bay
10. Departure to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk
11. Arrival in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. *WARNING! The time of departure, return and visiting all locations may be adjusted due to weather conditions

Information

Important

Report any allergies
disclose any chronic or acquired medical conditions
Report any dietary habits
300 metres of easy climbing, not requiring physical fitness.

Equipment and clothing

windproof hooded clothing
sunglasses (optional)
sun cream (optional)
mosquito repellent (optional)
personal medication (if necessary)
cash to buy seafood at the crab market (optional)

Included in the price

transfer
guide service
lunch

Not included in the price

individual transfer
photo/video operator
special catering
personalised service

Accommodation

not included in the price

Nutrition

lunch is provided

Where we gather for departure

gathering of tourists at 07:00 on Victory Square in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

Excursion description

The Torii Gate marks the sacred grounds of the Higashi Shirauraura Inari jinja Shinto Shrine, which was opened in 1914. The Torii bears the inscription 'In honour of the 2,600th anniversary of the founding of Great Japan' - this mythological date was widely celebrated in 1940. From the upper platform, there are excellent views of the village, the sea and the hills. Seals can be seen with binoculars installed here.

Tikhaya Bay is a natural corner in Makarovsky District, 130 km from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. The bay is located in the Terpeniya Bay on the east coast of Sakhalin. Ivan Kruzenstern, the first Russian navigator, called the bay 'Quiet'. The Zhdanko Ridge covers the bay from the road side.

Klokovsky Waterfall is one of the highest waterfalls in Sakhalin. It is located on an unnamed stream near Cape Klokova, which gave it its name. The height of the waterfall is 40 metres (depending on the season).