- Spring fishing season:May 15 through June 30
- Autumn fishing season:September 1 through October 31
- Location:Varzuga village, Tersky district, Murmansk region
The largest population of Atlantic salmon on the Kola Peninsula lives in the Varzuga River — 60,000 individuals.
The Varzuga River is located in the south of the Kola Peninsula, surrounded by a picturesque coniferous forest. The length of the river is 140 km. The river flows into the White Sea. The most of the river’s flow is located beyond the Arctic Circle.
Cold waters of the Varzuga River are rich with Atlantic salmon, trout, brown trout, grayling, pike, and perch.
According to experts ‘estimates the largest population of Atlantic salmon on the Kola Peninsula lives in the Varzuga River — 60,000 individuals.
The Kitsa River is a tributary of the Varzuga River and is located 2 km from the White Sea. The average age of the Atlantic salmon stock of the Kitsa River, as well as the Varzuga River is 3+1 years old.
Cold waters of the Varzuga River are rich with Atlantic salmon, trout, brown trout, grayling, pike, and perch.
According to experts ‘estimates the largest population of Atlantic salmon on the Kola Peninsula lives in the Varzuga River — 60,000 individuals.
The Kitsa River is a tributary of the Varzuga River and is located 2 km from the White Sea. The average age of the Atlantic salmon stock of the Kitsa River, as well as the Varzuga River is 3+1 years old.
TROPHIES
The average weight of Atlantic salmon is 2.5−3 kg, there are specimens weighing up to 7 kg. The average length of Atlantic salmon is 80 cm.
THE FISHING TOUR INCLUDES:
- THE DURATION OF THE TOUR7 days
- GROUPoptimal group: 5—7 people
- ACCOMMODATIONin a new two-storey wooden house with all required amenities
- MEALthree-course meal made by chef (lunch on the river)
- TRANSFERthe transfer to the guest house is included in the tour package and is organized individually for each group, taking into account the specifics of logistics
TOURS AND PRICE
LICENSES
are purchased by fishermen separately
Prices for 2023
Prices for 2023
CAUGHT-RELEASED
2500 ₽ / 18 hours
CAUGHT-SEIZED
1600 ₽ / 4 hours
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
We`ll prepare your catch
Fish rocessing; fish salting; cold smoked fish; fish vacuum packing
We`ll steam you in the bathhouse
Russian bathhouse "Banya" (with special bath brooms)
We`ll arrange unforgettable walks
Guided tours with an experienced historical guide; motor boat ride on the Varzuga River