Learn the story of one of the world's worst nuclear accidents on a day trip to the exclusion zone of Chernobyl from Kiev. Take unique photos of the abandoned buildings in the ghost town of Pripyat and more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 11.5 hours
- Starting time 7:45 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Enter the Chernobyl exclusion zone in safety
- Learn the story of one of the world's worst nuclear accidents
- Take photos and videos of the post-apocalyptic landscape and abandoned buildings
Full description
Depart Kiev in the morning and journey towards the Chernobyl exclusion zone to clear the passport control. Walk around the site of the devastating nuclear accident and see important monuments such as the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant and Reactor 4.
Feed the giant catfish in the cooling water pond, and then enjoy a lunch of 100% clean produce in a genuine canteen from the Soviet era.
Visit one of the secret stations in the ghost town of Pripyat, opened to tourism following the success of computer games such as S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl. Take photos of the abandoned buildings and post-apocalyptic landscapes and keep a look out for wild animals wandering the deserted streets.
Separate the truth from the myths about the 1986 disaster and learn more about its devastating impact on world history.
Includes
- Comfortable transfer from Kiev to Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, and back to Kiev
- Insurance
- Support of the local supplier's managers throughout the tour
- All formal permissions to visit the Exclusion Zone
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Optional Lunch (vegetarian option is also available) ($10)
- Optional Dosimeter (Geiger Counter) ($10)
- Optional Chemical Protective Suit ($20)
- Optional Protective Shoes ($10)
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- Children under 18 years
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Date
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Meeting point
Meet at Shuliavska Street, 5, Kiev.
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Long-sleeved shirt
Not allowed
- Pets
- Shorts
- Oversize luggage
- Sleeveless shirts
Know before you go
- Bring your passport as you won't be able to enter the exclusion zone without it
- Wear closed clothing and comfortable footwear
- Bring an umbrella
- Only guests above 18-years-old are permitted on this tour
