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I went with Andrey to Kamchatka back on 2013. At that time PrimalScapes didn't even exist. He invited me to join his expedition with his fellow Russian friends (We had... read more met in Barcelona and we were sharing similar adventure interests). The core of the expedition consisted of 21 days hike/climbs in the wilderness without going to any human settlement. This needs to be planned: Route, Food, B plans, everything was taken into consideration for the expedition. He proved really good organizational skills and knowledge of the region. And besides that, being myself the only non-Russian of the expedition he always "took care of me" with empathy for not feeling isolated due to language barrier. This was 7 years ago, and we have been in contact since then. The level of professionalism he showed by then was impressive, I cannot imagine how can be nowadays after years as a professional mountain guide experience. Do not hesitate using his services, great guide, nice chap, impressive places.
December 5, 2020In 2018 I had the privilege of doing volcano trekking in Kamchatka with a group of experienced South Africans and Andrey, with the grand prize in mind of summiting Klyuchevskaya... read more Sopka.... It was an amazing trip, well organized, planned and lead by Andrey. The trek was filled with beautiful scenery and combined with Andrey’s good general knowledge of the area, fauna/flora and points of interest along the route it made for a memorable trip. Logistics around additional sight seeing excursions and visits to local eateries, museums, churches etc. was also very good. Once again thank you for a memorable trip...I will definitely be back for another adventure despite the possibility of running into the model A380 mosquitoes that took a rather large liking in me.
November 27, 2020We joined Andrey on a fantastic trip to the Fann Mountains in Tajikistan, pure nature and magnificent scenery! Andrey was super prepared and led us safely up and down numerous... read more passes and through some rough and icy cold rivers. Thank you for a very memorable trip, your planning and prep was excellent!
November 11, 2020I joined Andrey now twice, once in Kamchatka and once in the Fann mountains. Each time everything worked out well. Andrey has done some excellent organizing and catering. We had... read more amazing trips that we will always remember. I never had anyone anywhere paying as much attention to detail as Andrey.
November 4, 2020They definitely succeeded in making the trip enjoyable and in breaking any negative stereotypes – we loved Russia and have come away with a very good impression and a wish... read more to return. It was a fantastic trip and very well organised - thank you!
November 3, 2020We ski toured in Siberia with Andrey in December 2018. Was a fantastic trip; perfectly organised. Great food and great fun.
November 3, 2020I was impressed with your organization of the trip. The upfront information was accurate and relevant. More importantly everything ran smoothly. I was particularly impressed with your organization of the... read more logistics – getting the group to where they needed to be on time without any problems.
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ExcellentBased on 18 reviewsJessika Ziegler2024-08-20It was a great trip. In German we would say: "It was a well-rounded affair". Thanks AndrewLuna Ziegler2024-08-12We went with Andrew on a hikking trip in the Fan mountains in Tadschikistan. The scenery and the whole trip was amazing. Andrew was such a perfect guide, he spoiled us every day with amazing food, wonderful camping spots and it was so amazing that you can feel that not only the people who booked the trip were enjoying it also himself. he is living this adventure live at its fullest. we can only recommend you to go on an adventure with him!! thanks a lot for that time we will never forgetAlex Antsiferov2024-05-21Andrey is a fantastic guide! He has a knack for discovering real, authentic places. Some of the coolest adventures in my life have been in his company. He himself is tough as nails and never seems to get tired, but he always plans trips within others' abilities and never takes unnecessary risks. Also, Andrey takes great photos — I totally depend on him for my supply of desktop wallpapers!Alexey Gaponov2024-03-22I've joined Andrey on skiing trips to Mamay valley (Lake Baikal), Ridder (Kazachstan) and Svaneti (Georgia), and would love to do so again! His trips are always thoroughly thought through, well organized and include many interesting ideas beyond skiing. For skiing/skitouring itself: Andrey is a great back-country guide, paying extreme attention to mountain safety, group's mood and abilities, and manages to find areas of untouched snow even in spaghetti-ridden spots (this might involve some uphill walking at times). Add to this his desire to interconnect people from different cultures (even in the current deglobalized times) and a skill to solve clients' problems quickly (like organizing a replacement skitouring set of the right size in the middle of the woods), and you get a reliably great ski trip as a result.Paul Kutarski2024-02-25Excellent and truly memorable trip to Kyrgyzstan. Well organised and interesting itinerary both on and off the snow. Lots of great powder descents. The standard of accommodation and food significantly exceeded my expectations. I would not hesitate to go with Andrey again and, indeed, hope to do so next season.Linda Chew2024-02-24Kyrgyzstan January 2024 The trip was incredibly well organised by Andrey with pleasant surprises which made it very memorable. The accommodation was excellent, warm and comfortable with great food. The ski guiding suited the abilities of the group and the snow was enjoyable. I would certainly recommend this trip with Andrey.Eric Kendall2024-02-16Skied in Kyrgyzstan with Andrey. He is excellent - found great lines, and organised brilliantly. Also a great drone pilot! Can't wait for our next trip with him - see you in March, Andrey!Steve Kentish2024-01-22Andre is excellent, as an organiser of the trip and as a guide. The skiing and weather was excellent in Kyrgyzstan. Safety was a key component, which he was well on top of. He used his local knowledge to find the best angle and orientation of descents. Had a great trip. Hope to return with Primalscrapes again. Note: the skiing is a fair distance from Bishkek, so long bus transfers are required, Andre organised a few excursions to break these up.Carolyn Brown2023-12-26Andrey is an excellent off-piste guide. He has a reliable team around him and his attention to detail ensures everything runs smoothly on his trips. His help with choosing our holiday outline, booking flights and organising kit hire was first class at every stage.Francisco Garcia2023-12-21Great experience with Primalscapes in Ridder!
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Thanks to Andrey’s excellent organizing
and catering we had an amazing trip that
we will always remember. I never had anyone
anywhere paying as much attention to detail
as Andrey. Everything worked out well.
Many thanks for the very enjoyable experience – a great start to the season, but maybe you have set the snow standard too high .. it will be hard to match the snow conditions in Europe!
Your planning was excellent and the trip was very well organised. At no time during our trek in the Fann mountains or the other travels in Uzbekistan did I feel unsafe or at risk. The logistics of the trip went very smoothly. The menu and variety of meals cooked was excellent and exceeded my expectations.
You definitely succeeded in making the trip enjoyable and in breaking any negative stereotypes – we loved Russia and have come away with a very good impression and a wish to return.
I was impressed with your organization of the trip. The upfront information was accurate and relevant. More importantly everything ran smoothly. I was particularly impressed with your organization of the logistics – getting the group to where they needed to be on time without any problems.
We had the most marvelous time!.. We congratulate you on the concept of the trip and its execution with super organization, guides Slava and Dima, and Olga – all outstanding and made the trip so enjoyable… We couldn’t have been there without your organization.
The trip was superbly organised. Your information before the trip was very clear and comprehensive. We knew exactly what to expect – and got it.
…a trip of a lifetime!
Fantastic holiday. Thank you for your organisation and responsiveness to the group. You’ve done a brilliant job.
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