SKI & SAIL
Along the distant coasts of Kamchatka
May 2026
Yacht and sail
Sailing Expedition
You will be staying on the 45-foot sailing yacht named Bellatrix – an ultra-modern vessel, designed and built for long-distance voyages and fully equipped for cold-water sailing. The yacht is adapted to accommodate skiers and their gear, making ski-sailing smooth and safe. Sail and experience the Kamchatka Peninsula as it was created by volcanoes!
Ski & Sail
Kamchatka – Russia Begins Here!
Kamchatka Krai attracts adventurers for good reason. The peninsula boasts over 300 volcanoes and 472,000 square kilometers of snowy terrain, awaiting fans of spring ski-sailing! Most of the time, you’ll be skiing with the Pacific Ocean in front of you. Once we’re on the yacht, the locations and terrain will become more accessible. We choose a spot for the day, drop anchor, and head ashore by motorboat. From there, we’ll embark on ski touring to the next peak, to then experience that unforgettable descent with a view of the ocean and your waiting yacht.
Ski touring
REMOTE, UNTOUCHED, SNOW-COVERED slopes of volcanoes and hills.
To delve deeper into the wilderness of the Kamchatka Peninsula, a bit of location planning is necessary. Sailing yachts are key to such an adventure, with yachts providing flexibility and safety. Picturesque ski touring and backcountry ascents are followed by long, beautiful descents back to the water, where a comfortable yacht and delicious Kamchatka seafood delicacies await you at the end of each day.
Delicacies
Crabs, fish, and caviar.
Every morning, you will be greeted with coffee and an invigorating breakfast prepared by our chef. And every day after lunch, you will be met with seafood snacks after skiing, dinner, and carefully selected wines. You will be able to taste local Kamchatka delicacies and share stories and emotions with your group at the table, planning anchorages and ski touring routes for the next day of your sea journey!
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Cost
Price per person:
350,000 RublesBook your place now! 50% down payment to confirm.
Spots remaining: 5
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Dates
Program Dates:
May 2-12, 2026
Arrival: May 2 / Departure: May 12
May 3: Acclimatization Ski Touring Days
May 4-8: Ski Sailing Days (5 full days)
May 9-10: Ski Touring Days -
Boat
Ski-Sailing Trip by Yacht:
YACHT BELLATRIX
FEELING 446, FRANCE, 45 FEET
Meet Our Team
Captain
As the captain of the yacht «Bellatrix,» Roman is a genuine sea wolf and a living encyclopedia. Once you’ve experienced the sea with him, you’ll find it difficult to venture out with anyone else. Falling for him is simply unavoidable!
Ski guide
Denis: ski guide, organizer, and the heart and soul of «On Distant Shores» ski-sailing programs. He’s been exploring Kamchatka’s iconic spots since 2015.
The captain’s daughter.
Leysan — is the mascot of the yacht Bellatrix. She is the ship’s manager, negotiator, cook, and provisioner. She knows everything about delicious and healthy food!
The captain’s daughter.
WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU ON SKI & SAIL TRIP?
Avalanche gear:
- Avalanche beacon (transceiver) with 2─3 antennae, a spare set of batteries
- Metal avalanche shovel
- Avalanche probe
IMPORTANT: All the avalanche gear must be checked and properly operating.
Individual equipment:
- Backpack for freeriding or ski touring, volume 25-30 liters
- Personal first aid kit
- Ski goggles, 2 units
- Sunglasses with protection class S3─S4
- Sun protective cream, frost/windburn protective cream or ointment, lip balm
- Headlamp, a spare set of batteries
- Metal thermos, volume 0.7─1 liter
- Bottle for water, 0.5─0.7 liters
- Ski straps, 2 pieces
- A mobile phone and charger
Skis or splitboard kit:
- Skis with a waist from 110 mm with the ski tour boot bindings
- Splitboard with the ski tour boot bindings
- Skins for skis or a splitboard
- It is preferable to use skins made of natural mohair or mixed material (mohair and synthetics at the following ratio: 60-70% of mohair and 30-40% of synthetics)
- Ski boots for skis or a splitboard with a walking/skiing switch
- Telescopic ski poles
- Ski helmet
- Personal tools, a multitool and repair kit for boots, bindings, skins, and poles
Bivouac set:
- Individual sleeping bag with the comfort zone from -10-15°C
- Bivouac warm underwear
- Warm lightweight shoes for the camp
- Personal toiletries
Clothing:
- Hats: a warm one and of lightweight materials one
- Balaclava, bandana or headband
- Ski gloves, fleece gloves, warm mittens
- Warm socks for skiing or ski touring made of mixed fabric (wool and synthetics), 3 pairs
- Warm thermal underwear: underpants and a long-sleeved T-shirt (wool and synthetics), 2 sets
- Gore-Tex jacket or a jacket of analogue membrane, with ventilation
- Gore-Tex (or of analogue membrane) ski pants with ventilation for ski touring
- Softshell jacket
- Polartec (or of analogue) jacket
- Down jacket without membrane
- Warm jacket and pants for wearing in the tent and on cold days on the slope
Insurance:
- The insurance policy for the period of participation in the program is obtained by participants independently.
Requirements for the fitness level of participants:
Skills in using avalanche gear
Confident skiing on fresh snow powder
Basic experience in ski touring technique
Fitness level that allows you to feel confident with daily elevations up to 1000 m
Skills in using ski touring equipment
Regular physical activity as preparation for the tour (recommended)
Ski & Sail in Kamchatka
2026