"Volcanoes of Kamchatka will become a magnet for tourists": expert in an interview to the National Centre RUSSIA

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The current volcanic eruptions in Kamchatka will attract the increased attention of tourists — not only from Russia, but also from other countries. Vadim Prasov, Deputy Head of the Department of Entrepreneurship in the Hospitality Industry at the RANEPA under the President of the Russian Federation, shared this information with the press service of the National Centre RUSSIA.

A unique natural phenomenon is currently being observed on the peninsula. It is known as the "parade of volcanoes". Klyuchevskaya Sopka, the highest active volcano in Eurasia (4,850 m), continues to spew lava, and its ash emissions reach 12 kilometers in height. The Krasheninnikov volcano, Shiveluch, Karymsky and others are also active at the moment. The impetus for this was the powerful earthquake on July 30, 2025, which became the strongest one in 73 years, and made the peninsula's surface shift in some places by 2 meters. 

"After the volcanic eruption in Kamchatka, a surge in tourist activity among Russians and foreigners is expected. Now many people have questions related to the activity of several volcanoes, but for a significant part of tourists, such natural phenomena combined with the unique beauties of the region only makes the interest stronger," said Vadim Prasov. 

As the expert explained, the earthquake that caused the "parade of volcanoes" occurred at the height of the tourist season.

"The main splash of tourist activity is likely to occur next year. However, it is already possible to expect that fans of volcanoes and extreme experiences will adjust their plans and go to Kamchatka in autumn or even in winter," the expert said, adding that an increase in tourist traffic will contribute to the development of not only the Kamchatka Region, but also of the entire Far Eastern region. 

The National Centre RUSSIA invites admirers of travel and the natural beauty of our country to visit the "Journey Across Russia" exposition. In the zone of Far Eastern Federal District, you can get acquainted with the layout of Vilyuchinskaya Sopka, an extinct stratovolcano located on the Kamchatka Peninsula. This picturesque place with a height of 2173 meters above sea level attracts tourists from all over the world. Vilyuchinskaya Sopka has not only natural, but also historical value. Archaeological findings at the foot of the mountain state the presence of ancient settlements there, and local legends mention mysterious creatures that live in these places.

Earlier, the National Centre RUSSIA hosted an expert dialogue on the climate of the future, trends, and technological capabilities of humanity. The meeting was a continuation of the series "Dialogues About the Future", moderated by Valery Fedorov, Director General of VTSIOM. The event organized by the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation and VTsIOM is part of a large-scale preparation for the II International Symposium "Inventing the Future". It will be held at the National Centre RUSSIA on 7-8 October 2025.