Kaa-Khem Itinerary
A remote river trip through the heart of Asia
Please note that traveling through Russia is an adventure in itself. This itinerary may change depending on events beyond our control.
Day 1 - Depart U.S. for Moscow
Fly from the United States and arrive in Moscow, Russia. We would be happy to put together a tour of St. Petersburg for you prior to your trip.
Please be sure to book your flight so that we meet on the morning of Day 2 in Moscow.
Day 2 - Meet in Moscow
We will meet in in Moscow around midday and prepare for an overnight flight to Abakan.
Day 3 - Travel to the Kaa-Khem
This will be a big travel day for us. We'll arrive at Abakan early in the morning and then travel to the Kaa-Khem put-in location!
Days 4 to 12 - Rafting the Kaa-Khem River
We'll start our trip just downstream of the village of Kungurtuk. Some days will be easy and some will have Class III and IV rapids. We also plan to have a couple lay over days to enjoy some wonderful hikes, fishing, and a traditional Russian river sauna.
The highlights of the trip are the 30 rapids above the Mel'zej River and the Cheeks Canyon with Class III and IV rapids.
Day 13 - Last river day and Travel to Abakan
This will be our last day on the river and we will take out at Erzey Village. We'll travel back to Abakan in the afternoon after we get off the river.
Day 14 - Fly to Moscow
This is our last day with you and we'll spend it with a morning flight to Moscow. You can transfer to your international flight or spend the day in the city. You are responsible for your hotels and meals for this night.
Day 15 - Return to U.S.
Head back home or continue to another destination.
