Dal'nie Zelentsy: Hike to the Edge of the Earth

The journey begins with a small climb up a hill, inhaling the most delicious and freshest cool air, taking in the incredible expanse and beauty around, smiling and feeling absolutely happy — that's it — what I've been waiting for all year.

On this trek, the tundra is beautiful with its brutal beauty, the hills and rocks are low, wide, and massive, their walls are smooth, and they seem to tell that they have been here for millions of years, carved by a glacier, adorned by winds and waves, they do not age — they become more and more beautiful.

Early summer is a special time for the tundra: there are no thickets anywhere yet — all the leaves and buds are just gaining strength and look like an incredible tender miracle surrounded by massive stones. Birds are preparing to become parents: they incubate their clutches, protect them, and drive away uninvited guests.

A special pleasure is to walk along the shore during low tide — you can meet all the little sea creatures, watch the shrimp and crabs rushing about, the snails crawling slowly, and around there are whole fields of sandworms. It's so great that in such a cold sea there is so much incredible life.

For me, the tundra has become the most beloved place in the world, a place where I feel at home. Here it is always easy to breathe, the wind is blowing, there is an abundance of tasty and clean water, and there is so much beauty that the field of vision is not enough to see everything at once, because the beauty here is in everything — even underfoot there is an incredible carpet of mosses and reindeer moss. It is always different — behind every hill there is always something new waiting for you that will not leave you indifferent.

And the tundra loves you, even when you are tired and the weather is bad, you will definitely be cheered up: the sun will appear from behind the clouds, a huge seid, a rushing herd of deer, a whale in the sea, or you will be treated to berries.

I am very grateful to Pasha for all these incredible miracles. Words have not yet been invented to describe how much.

Pasha sees all this incredible beauty and knows how to infect others with it and share it. When I go on a trip with Pasha, I don't go to overcome something, but to live my best life. I know for sure that everything will be thought out and organized, that I will be fed very deliciously, supported, sheltered from the wind in a chum, told a lot about this region and its exploration, and also that no one will get lost, because there is a rear guide and everyone can go at a comfortable pace.

And Pasha is always in touch and you can get advice from him to choose the perfect gear, and then enjoy the trip both under the local Arctic rain and in +5 degrees, which feel like -2 due to the gusts of wind, and in +25 — all this diversity can happen in one day, but you will be ready for it, because Pasha is the best, and he has already thought of everything).

I was lucky to go on a trek to the Far Greenlands with Pavel Rudenko and Anna Migalina.

As always, a trek with Pasha and Anya was expected to be with beautiful views, a warm atmosphere, and a friendly company. But reality surpassed all the wildest expectations. Throughout the trek, the weather was warm and sunny, the moss and reindeer lichen beckoned to lie down,
and the fields of cloudberries, blueberries, and lingonberries made it impossible to walk by, there was no strength to pass by.))

But we had to go, amazing views of the Barents Sea, cliffs, and beaches awaited us ahead. The trek turned out to be very scenic, the beauty of those places is hard to describe,
you need to be there to immerse yourself in this atmosphere. Returning to reality was difficult.))

The team on the trek was friendly and cheerful, mutual assistance was always present. I believe that such an atmosphere in the team is created thanks to the work of the guides, Pasha and Anya, for which they have great gratitude. I wish everyone to go on treks with them, and them - success and prosperity.

Hiking with Pavel is something unimaginable!!!

For me, this was the first serious hike, and to say that everything went super great is simply not saying anything.

From the very beginning of communication, Pavel shows complete interest in your well-being. Enjoyment from the hike every minute. Calls, consultations, promo codes, it's great! Then everything happens as if by magic of a magic wand) Once, and you're already on a magical carpet of berries and moss!

You set up a tent and admire the sunset overlooking the river flowing into the ocean! The variety of beauty and views is overwhelming! I would like to note Anna, his wife, she created coziness and delight from dinner every evening.

The tundra is beautiful in its own way! It must be seen, it must be felt, you must be there! An excellent itinerary, interesting and informative stories, stunning views and a great mood - that's what accompanied me all the time on the hike. The reward is the northern lights and a great team, unforgettable experiences and complete delight.

Many thanks to a very interesting person who was able to organize such an event, thanks to Pavel!

Summer was coming to an end and there was some fermentation, why not go on a hike.

I started thinking about the direction and decided to visit the Kola Peninsula, the places there are famous, the beauty and scale of nature are simply beyond limits. I made a decision and started looking for a company, the network, my thoughts led me to #PavelRudenko and it all started.

I studied everything and made a decision, the trek to Dalny Zelenets should happen. We messaged each other, called, discussed all the issues and I got into the group. I prepared for the trek, as I had experience in hiking in this region, and I started visiting the Murmansk region quite often, the north is like that, it attracts strongly. So on August 29, we met and set off with a group of like-minded people on a journey.

Pasha Rudenko is just an unreal person, he has studied nature, the right directions and the most beautiful locations during the trek so well that the trek turned into some kind of endless documentary about the history of the region. Despite the fact that I prepared for the trek very poorly and serious work on mistakes is ahead, everything was at the highest level.

I would like to especially note the organization of campsites and meals, it's just out of this world, organizing three meals a day on a long trek is not easy, thanks a lot to Anya for doing the impossible in such difficult conditions. I also want to mention the team, everyone was excellent, we completed the trek in one breath, everyone did a great job, it was very nice to meet new people, that's why I love hiking.

The route is awesome, the views are just amazing, the campsites are organized as cool as possible, on the last three nights the sky put on a show and the impressions intensified, along the way you meet various animals and birds, this is a separate story. Preparation for the trek on the part of the organizers is simply amazing, stories about these places were told at all campsites, supported by photographs, it is clear that the person is very interested in the history of these places.

I will be waiting for the schedule for next year and will definitely go again, either on this trek or on another route. It was very cool, there's nothing to add. Pasha and Anya, you are the best, keep promoting the northern story and develop in the direction of tourism.

The north is in the blood, the fire is in the chest, Skol!

I was very lucky to join Pasha's trek. And I want to say thank you for various aspects of this adventure. 

1) thank you for helping me see this beauty, feel the north, at least a little bit imagine how it was for people to live in these harsh conditions.
2) thank you for sharing your energy, knowledge, experience, everything so openly and kindly and inspiring with your example. At the same time, you are interested in every team member. 
3) thank you for the incredible atmosphere in the team. You created and maintained it with your warmth, energy, and humor. 

4) thank you for assigning us to tents. My partner and I immediately felt that we get along well with each other.  
5) thank you for how you planned and organized everything, the transitions and contemplative outings, the campsites, the entire trekking life, our cozy tent... 
6) thank you for your help with preparation, for calling and explaining everything in detail, resolving doubts about gear and giving so much advice. 

I also need to mention the food. The food was very tasty. There were many surprises that it's possible to cook like this on a trek. There were surprise dishes, probably better without spoilers, so that new participants can also be impressed. Breakfast cereals were always varied with interesting additives. For lunch, there were sandwiches with a show element, and hearty dinners with jerked meat of various animals. The pocket snack almost lasted until the end of the trek, and everything was so great.

It's impressive how much preparation and planning it took to achieve such a tasty and varied menu. The second guide, Ilya, was in charge of the kitchen on the trek. Cooking and cleaning with washing the cans were his responsibility, we only helped, he used to wake us up in the morning with care, made sure that everyone got their share. Because of citrus allergy, he made separate tea for my partner and me in a metal strainer (!). Big thanks for all this work and for us having such a hearty and tasty time.

Meals took place in a tent. For me, it was a new experience: sitting on chairs (!), in a tent, all together, protected from the wind, the burner hums nearby, Ilya is conjuring over the can, Pasha is telling stories. Эх, I'd like to go there again. 

I'll also add about the amazing teamwork of Pasha and Ilya and the fact that in the team, yes, in the team, there was a feeling of calm. We were in no hurry, those who wanted to go slower found themselves in the supportive company of the trailing guide, Ilya.

I really want to go on other treks with Pasha in the Kola Peninsula!

I looked again at what I wrote: there's nothing in the review about the north itself)) But those who've been there already know, and I'd like to wish those who haven't been there to go and see the distant horizon, feel the strong wind, and sense the moss under their feet.

The hike to Dalnie Zelentsy is already my third hike with Pasha Rudenko in the Kola. Each time I return and say that I went on another best hike of my life)

Organization. As someone who has been on many hikes and has different experiences, including negative ones, I can say that I like the organization.
Pasha understands camping gear and will advise you what to wear from socks to jacket so that you don't get wet, cold or suffer on the hike, will provide a good tent that can withstand strong wind, recommend a warm lightweight sleeping bag and how to lighten your backpack. 

The route is well explored and personally traveled several times, so we always have stops in the most beautiful places. 

There is a second guide, there is communication by radio, bear protection, so even if you fall behind, you always feel safe.
The guides cook the food themselves, everything is very tasty, especially my favorite lentil soup with ostrich meat.

I would also like to express special thanks for the group tent, which fits all the participants of the hike and in which you can eat and chat if it's cool or rainy outside, it adds a lot of comfort. 
Since the food and gear are optimally selected, the weight of the backpack is small and you can walk and enjoy the views, plus in the evening at the camp it's comfortable and you have the strength to sit and chat.

I also consider an important component of success the fact that Pasha loves the north, hikes and people, is always in a positive mood and has an amazing sense of humor, this atmosphere is passed on to the team, so much positivity and laughter, funny stories told during this week, I don't have enough for a whole year.

Some guys go hiking several times. So, by the third hike, I felt that I met a group of friends. 

Also, Pasha selects guides with love for people and their work, big thanks to the second guide Ilya for his help and positivity)
This time a very good company gathered, hugging everyone, hope to see you again)  

Nature. I've been to the Caucasus, Turkey, Montenegro and other places, but now I've felt that the northern nature resonates with me, I felt that this is mine, that I am always beautiful here, everything pleases the eye - and horizons with green mountains, sandstone, tundra, ocean and the microcosm in the form of moss. I realized this only after coming here.

So, to summarize, I can say that everything coincided here - both nature and people, this week I was absolutely and unconditionally happy)
Big thanks to Pasha and everyone else for this wonderful week in the Kola) 

I was on the tour Daliye Zelentsy - Hike to the Edge of the Earth with Pavel and Ilya in June 2025. 

The tour program was very comfortably planned. The hotel on the first and last day of the tour helps to buy missing items, relax after the road and get ready for the trip. All the stops had magnificent views! The guides cooked the food and it was very tasty and varied.

On the route, we were told about the history of the area where we passed, it was very interesting and informative. During the movement, there were always stops for rest and time to take photos for memory! The guides were always ready to help and answer any questions, advised on backpack settings and gear (that's great). The issued tent met all the requirements for this area. 

I came to the Kola Peninsula for the views, silence, sea and horizon, and the excellent work of the guides helped me get all this and even more.
Thank you so much! 

I went on a hike to Daliye Zelentsy completely by chance. A friend suggested signing up and I agreed.

Then there were a number of organizational moments and the hike itself, of course. The nature of the Kola Peninsula is beautiful and exceeds all expectations, but most of all I liked Pasha's work.

Everything is thought out to the smallest detail in terms of organization. Interviews with potential participants, gear recommendations, hotel before and after the hike, no duty roster, maintaining a positive atmosphere in the group and caring for each participant of the hike and many other nuances. All this provides the best possible impressions and a comfortable atmosphere in the group.

The hike was very different from the usual commercial hikes I've been on before and I think it can be called exemplary)

Many thanks and best wishes to Pasha and Ilya!
I will definitely try to go with them again.

I still think about the hike to Daliye Zelentsy with Pasha Rudenko every day.

I can't say that I have a lot of hiking experience, but I have something to compare with. Objectively, Pasha is in first place in terms of organization. The person understands and, most importantly, loves what he does, is passionate about it.

The entire route has been explored in advance, we never got lost, it feels like Pasha knows every stone here)) There is a second guide in the team who is always in his place at the back of the group. At the same time, the pace of movement is very comfortable, you don't get tired of the transitions, there is no need to overcome yourself/the desire to reach the camp faster, on the contrary, there were days when I wanted to keep going and going))

The organization of the hike is at the highest level, from choosing the route to the food rations, the guys do something interesting with food every time, and there are no duties, if you want, you can help with cooking, but you can also sleep longer)) At the end of the route, we came to the semi-abandoned village of Daliye Zelentsy, in which you don't feel like you've entered any kind of civilization at all, that is, the hike ends surprisingly harmoniously.

Overall, the impressions of the hike with Pasha were only positive, there wasn't a single day when something prevented me from enjoying the beautiful northern nature, nothing distracted me.

Thanks really want to be said for everything: the route, the organization, the responsibility, the humor, the positive attitude, the work of the very responsible second guide Ilya, thanks to the team, which included wonderful people, and it couldn't be otherwise with Pasha's approach to his business.

Thank you and Anya for organizing this event) 

It's very cool that someone is now doing the 'everyone goes with their own' format. This makes both the price better and the group composition more experienced and interesting somehow) It's very cool that everything is up-to-date and modern, without sitting around with a guitar and drinks)))) 

Thank you for your love for your work and professionalism in it, that's worth a lot. And of course, for long conversations about gear))) 
And special thanks for the motivation with your example to go further, more, stronger) 

We will be waiting for more trips, especially winter ones. If you start leading them, I think it will be awesome, no one is doing this now)) 

We will definitely recommend you to friends who are interested in the North) 

There's nothing to write about the downsides. Well, maybe subjectively, the portions of food are too big)))))