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These are truly adventurous tours into the remote Russian taiga at three distinct times of the year, on the trail of the rare and elusive Siberian (Amur) Tiger in the birch-clad landscape of Durminskoye Forest Reserve. On all three departures we will look for tracks and other signs as we move around this wilderness by four-wheel drive, snowmobile (winter only), and on foot, and we will learn all about the ecology and conservation of these big cats from the expert local guides. In spring, flowers and breeding birds will be an additional focus, and in autumn we will hope to see the reserve's Asiatic Black Bears as they fatten up for hibernation. We will check and set up camera traps, aiming to get our own photographs, and we hope to see other wildlife, including Siberian Roe Deer, Wild Boar and Hazel Grouse. The pinnacle would be, of course, to catch sight of the endangered icon itself – always a possibility!

  • Five nights in the heart of the rarely-visited Russian taiga, with departures at three distinct times of the year
  • Durminskoye Forest Reserve is home to a healthy number of endangered Siberian Tiger
  • Days will be spent searching for footprints and other signs of Tigers
  • Put up camera traps to capture our very own images of the big cats
  • Breeding birds in spring (including Siberian Rubythroat), and Asiatic Black Bear in the autumn
  • Accompanied by expert park staff and conservationists
  • Chance of seeing a Siberian Tiger in the flesh
  • Other mammals in the area include Siberian Roe Deer, Wild Boar, Sable and Siberian Weasel
  • Resident birds including White-tailed Eagle, Azure-winged Magpie, Hazel Grouse and maybe Ural Owl
  • Trip contributes directly to the conservation of the Tigers
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Russia is the largest country in the world and covers over one ninth of the Earth’s land area. The two widest separated points are 8,000 kilometres apart and the country spans nine time zones. Most of Russia consists of huge plains – steppe to the south and forest to the north, with tundra in the far northern regions.

The Kamchatka Peninsula is situated in the far east of Russia. It extends for 1,250 kilometres, with the Pacific Ocean to the east and the Sea of Okhotsk to the west. It has a high density of volcanoes, and an even more spectacular diversity of unique wildlife.


Across the Sea of Okhotsk on the Russian mainland, the vast temperate forests of the Sikhote-Alin mountains are home to the world’s largest surviving Tiger population – around 500 individuals in all.

The remote Arctic archipelago of Franz Josef Land is a true polar wilderness. Nowhere else in Eurasia is closer to the North Pole; Polar Bears, Walrus, Little Auks and other cold-loving species are abundant.

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The Russian Far East is a remote, sparsely populated and profoundly wild place, where vast taiga forests still support some of our planet’s most dramatic wildlife. The most iconic of all is the magnificent, and near-mythical, Siberian (or Amur) Tiger. Over 500 individuals roam these woods and mountains – nowhere else on Earth do so many Tigers live in the company of so few people.

Most of these striped felines inhabit the rugged and starkly beautiful mountains of the Sikhote-Alin. Nestled in their northern foothills is the Durminskoye Reserve, a 200 square kilometre expanse of rivers, rocky crags and dense birch groves. This wildlife haven is managed by renowned conservationist Alexander Batalov; for 30 years he and his team have guarded this forest, and Durminskoye now has a healthy number of Tigers. Although they remain supremely elusive, there is nowhere better to search for this majestic big cat.

On our ‘Realm of the Siberian Tiger’ tour, you too can travel right to the heart of big cat territory. We run departures to Durminskoye at three distinct times of year: winter, early summer and autumn, each of which will have a slightly different focus.

In winter (February departures), most of our time will be dedicated to searching for evidence of Tigers; this is the best season to look for tracks and scratch-marks, capture camera trap images, and maybe even catch a glimpse of a wild Siberian Tiger in the snow. General wildlife-watching is hard work, but we could find other mammals and birds such as Manchurian Deer, Wild Boar, Sable, Azure-winged Magpie, Siberian Jay and Ural Owl. Those wishing to maximise their chances of a Tiger sighting (or those wanting to see the critically endangered Amur Leopard) should consider extending the tour with time in the forest hides of the Land of the Leopard National Park ... although this is only for the dedicated and hardy!

By early summer (June departures) the snow will be long gone, replaced by carpets of flowers, and scenic rivers and streams will have started flowing again. The taiga, eerily quiet in winter, will be alive with birdsong; the region’s breeding species include Falcated Duck, Blue-and-white Flycatcher, Siberian Rubythroat and the critically endangered Yellow-breasted Bunting. We will, of course, also search for evidence of Tigers, such as pug and scratch-marks, and regularly check camera traps. This itinerary will also visit wetlands near the Amur River, and the pine forests of the Sikhote-Alin mountains.

Autumn (August departures), when the leaves are turning, is the most beautiful time in the taiga. What’s more, in this season Durminskoye becomes one of the best places in the world to see Asiatic Black Bears. Normally elusive, their activity peaks as they begin to fatten up for hibernation. As per the summer tours, we will also search for evidence of Tigers, plus look for any breeding birds that have not yet left for warmer climes.

Even if we are not lucky enough to see a Siberian Tiger, simply feeling their presence all around us should be a powerful and rewarding experience. Furthermore, Alexander relies on tourism to fund his vital conservation work – mostly monitoring, anti-poaching patrols and education. At a time when this big cat is increasingly threatened by illegal human activity, our visit will help to ensure that Durminskoye continues to be a safe haven for the Siberian Tiger.

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Tourist hotel in Khabarovsk (Days 2 & 8). Cosy log cabins, with separate facilities, in Durminskoye Reserve (Days 3-7).

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All food is included in the price, apart from dinners in Khabarovsk (Days 2 & 8, allow £50).

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At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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A Naturetrek Tailormade holiday allows you, with the benefit of our wildlife travel expertise and destination experience, to enjoy the perfect private wildlife holiday – one that truly matches your requirements, expectations and ambitions. We will ensure the most competitive prices, superb naturalist guides and seamless ground services.

Some of the benefits of Naturetrek Tailormade travel include:
• A bespoke itinerary which is crafted by experts and designed specifically for you
• Private guiding by the very best local naturalists 
• Travel with people you know, at your own pace
• Incorporate as much culture, history or relaxation time as you wish
• Choose dates to suit you
• Select your preferred style of accommodation
• Travel with families and children of any age

Furthermore, our Tailormade team are always on hand to help and guide you along the way, with friendly advice, first-hand knowledge and inside information specific to your destination of choice. So if you have any queries about your holiday, we will be delighted to answer them. Please just give us a call!

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For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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Realm of the Siberian Tiger

Tour Code: RUS03

An exciting 9-day tour to the remote forests of the Russian Far East in search of the magnificent Siberian Tiger.

We hope to run this tour in the future, but have not yet finalised dates and prices. To be added to a waiting list and be informed when details are confirmed, please click on the register interest button, or phone 1-844-433-9473.

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Highlights

  • Five nights in the heart of the rarely-visited Russian taiga, with departures at three distinct times of the year
  • Durminskoye Forest Reserve is home to a healthy number of endangered Siberian Tiger
  • Days will be spent searching for footprints and other signs of Tigers
  • Put up camera traps to capture our very own images of the big cats
  • Breeding birds in spring (including Siberian Rubythroat), and Asiatic Black Bear in the autumn
  • Accompanied by expert park staff and conservationists
  • Chance of seeing a Siberian Tiger in the flesh
  • Other mammals in the area include Siberian Roe Deer, Wild Boar, Sable and Siberian Weasel
  • Resident birds including White-tailed Eagle, Azure-winged Magpie, Hazel Grouse and maybe Ural Owl
  • Trip contributes directly to the conservation of the Tigers

Summary

The Russian Far East is a remote, sparsely populated and profoundly wild place, where vast taiga forests still support some of our planet’s most dramatic wildlife. The most iconic of all is the magnificent, and near-mythical, Siberian (or Amur) Tiger. Over 500 individuals roam these woods and mountains – nowhere else on Earth do so many Tigers live in the company of so few people.

Most of these striped felines inhabit the rugged and starkly beautiful mountains of the Sikhote-Alin. Nestled in their northern foothills is the Durminskoye Reserve, a 200 square kilometre expanse of rivers, rocky crags and dense birch groves. This wildlife haven is managed by renowned conservationist Alexander Batalov; for 30 years he and his team have guarded this forest, and Durminskoye now has a healthy number of Tigers. Although they remain supremely elusive, there is nowhere better to search for this majestic big cat.

On our ‘Realm of the Siberian Tiger’ tour, you too can travel right to the heart of big cat territory. We run departures to Durminskoye at three distinct times of year: winter, early summer and autumn, each of which will have a slightly different focus.

In winter (February departures), most of our time will be dedicated to searching for evidence of Tigers; this is the best season to look for tracks and scratch-marks, capture camera trap images, and maybe even catch a glimpse of a wild Siberian Tiger in the snow. General wildlife-watching is hard work, but we could find other mammals and birds such as Manchurian Deer, Wild Boar, Sable, Azure-winged Magpie, Siberian Jay and Ural Owl. Those wishing to maximise their chances of a Tiger sighting (or those wanting to see the critically endangered Amur Leopard) should consider extending the tour with time in the forest hides of the Land of the Leopard National Park ... although this is only for the dedicated and hardy!

By early summer (June departures) the snow will be long gone, replaced by carpets of flowers, and scenic rivers and streams will have started flowing again. The taiga, eerily quiet in winter, will be alive with birdsong; the region’s breeding species include Falcated Duck, Blue-and-white Flycatcher, Siberian Rubythroat and the critically endangered Yellow-breasted Bunting. We will, of course, also search for evidence of Tigers, such as pug and scratch-marks, and regularly check camera traps. This itinerary will also visit wetlands near the Amur River, and the pine forests of the Sikhote-Alin mountains.

Autumn (August departures), when the leaves are turning, is the most beautiful time in the taiga. What’s more, in this season Durminskoye becomes one of the best places in the world to see Asiatic Black Bears. Normally elusive, their activity peaks as they begin to fatten up for hibernation. As per the summer tours, we will also search for evidence of Tigers, plus look for any breeding birds that have not yet left for warmer climes.

Even if we are not lucky enough to see a Siberian Tiger, simply feeling their presence all around us should be a powerful and rewarding experience. Furthermore, Alexander relies on tourism to fund his vital conservation work – mostly monitoring, anti-poaching patrols and education. At a time when this big cat is increasingly threatened by illegal human activity, our visit will help to ensure that Durminskoye continues to be a safe haven for the Siberian Tiger.

Outline Itinerary

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1
Depart London
Day
2
Arrive Khabarovsk, overnight hotel
Day
3
Drive to Durminskoye Reserve
Days
4 - 7
Tiger Tracking
Day
8
Return to Khabarovsk, overnight hotel
Day
9
Fly London
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What's Included?

Food

All food is included in the price, apart from dinners in Khabarovsk (Days 2 & 8, allow £50).

Accommodation

Tourist hotel in Khabarovsk (Days 2 & 8). Cosy log cabins, with separate facilities, in Durminskoye Reserve (Days 3-7).

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