Rafting down the river Bystraya

The Bystraya, located in the heart of the peninsula, is among the most accessible and interesting rivers for fishers and rafters. The 100-kilometre stretch crosses natural habitats untouched by civilisation, including several easily navigable rapids. Wide, deep pits where salmon rest while on their run to spawn provide fishing opportunities. You can fish either from our inflatable rafts or from the bank.

There is a good chance you will spot a brown bear attracted by salmon. You can fish while travelling down the river or pick up some wild berries or mushrooms during stops, and lucky participants may be able to observe bears fish for salmon, making rafting experience down the Bystraya an exciting, fun activity.

What to catch: rainbow trout, silver salmon, char, chum salmon, pink salmon

Duration: one, two, three, or more days
Time available: May through September
Arrival method: jeep, bus, or truck, depending on group size
Comfort level: two-man tents provided for nights and canteens with necessary equipment for days
Catering: groups are accompanied by chefs who prepare three hot meals per day, using gas stoves and bonfires

1-DAY ITINERARY

Length: 25km

3-hour ride to the river. Snacks before embarking (sandwiches, hot tea). Raft preparation, safety briefing.
Rafting-and-fishing experience (three hours, expect a catch of char). Soup with catch for dinner.
Return to Petropavlovsk (128km, 2 hours)

Price per person if four or more people in group: 7000 RUB

2-DAY ITINERARY

Length: 60km

Day 1

2.5-hour ride to the river (128km). Raft preparation, safety briefing. Rafting-and-fishing experience (char, rainbow trout, grayling). Dinner en route. Set up camp on the bank, supper, rest.

Day 2

Breakfast, break camp. More rafting and fishing. Dinner en route. Finish, return to Petropavlovsk.

Price per person if four or more people in group: 17000 RUB

3-DAY ITINERARY

Length: 90km

Day 1

3-hour ride to the river (160km). Raft preparation, safety briefing.
Rafting-and-fishing experience (char, rainbow trout, grayling). Dinner en route. Set up camp on the bank, supper, rest.
Return to Petropavlovsk (128km, 2 hours)

During the trip, you will be surrounded by magnificent mountains of the Middle Kamchatka Range and enjoy the views of branches and islands in the middle of the river, all adding up to the great picture of untouched Nature. The river’s bottom is full of deep pits where salmon take some rest and wait to be caught.

Day 2

Breakfast, break camp. More rafting and fishing (expect rapids). Dinner en route. Finish, return to Petropavlovsk.

On this day, expect the most interesting portion of the river, including a sequence of rapids. They pose no technical difficulty with speeds at two to four mps, depending on water levels.

Day 3

Breakfast, break camp. More rafting and fishing (expect rapids). Dinner en route. Finish, return to Petropavlovsk.

Price per person if four or more people in group: 20000 RUB

Additional services: tackle rental

What to pack:  
- water- and windproof jacket;
- a set of warm clothing (jacket, sweatshirt, trousers, socks, cap, gloves);
- light cap;
- toiletries;
- sunglasses;
- sunscreen;
- bug repellent;
- first-aid kit;
- tackles.

You are expected to carry your own personal equipment.