Chernobyl Tours? Yes, You Can Visit the Radioactive Wasteland

When planning for their next vacations, most people envision a beautiful seaside resort or a quiet woodland retreat, not necessarily a desolate radioactive wasteland. But for some, the chance to go on vacation in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is surprisingly enticing! As everyone knows, Chernobyl, Ukraine is home to the worst nuclear disaster the world has ever seen. In 1986 the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant experienced a reactor meltdown, creating a radioactive fallout zone over Chernobyl and the surrounding areas. In an effort to avoid further radiation exposure, officials closed off the area. Now, some thirty years after the accident, the radiation in most areas of the zone has decreased to relatively safe levels. Recently, a few touring companies have begun to give tours throughout parts of the Exclusion Zone. Take a vacation to Chernobyl if interested in some nuclear fun.

Obviously, radiation exposure is one of the main concerns for those considering a trip to Chernobyl. Rest assured, those visiting aren’t going to grow three heads anytime soon. Touring the site is perfectly safe, as long as you stay with the tour group and on the designated pathways. Radiation in an area naturally decreases over time. Most of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is now at safe levels for short visits.

The only place where the radiation is unsafe is in the plant remains.

The ruins of the nuclear reactors are sealed in a steel and concrete structure. Tourists are exposed to strictly gamma radiation. The doses received on the tours are far below the unsafe exposure limit. So relax, you won’t be turning into the Incredible Hulk any time soon. Radiation-wise, spending a day in Chernobyl is the same as spending two days in a large city like New York. Spending two days in Chernobyl is the equivalent of getting an X-ray. So there is no need to be concerned on your journey — you will be perfectly safe.

Chernobyl tours are packed with so many thrilling sights and activities they basically radiate fun!

Tourists can have many different experiences while in the Exclusion Zone. It’s possible to explore the ghost city of Pripyat, evacuated shortly after the accident. This abandoned town has been ravaged by thieves and remains uninhabited to this day. See the ruins of a model Soviet city and witness the Communist influence from that time. Visit Duga, one of two massive and mysterious military radars created by the Soviet Union. You can also get fairly close to the power plant, the source of this devastating nuclear disaster.

Don’t worry, you’ll be a safe distance away from the harmful radiation enclosed in the reactor.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to meet with survivors of the nuclear disaster. You can hear about the true impact of it on everyday people living in the area. Through their stories you can relive the era and hear about the effects the accident had on these people during that time. There are a multitude of other exciting activities for tourists to enjoy, as well.

Visitors have a choice of a variety of tours while vacationing in Chernobyl. There are one-day, two-day, and several-day tours. The price for a single-day tour can range from $89-$165 USD, depending on the tour agency. Take a two-day trip from chernobylwel.com ($329 USD), or a several-day tour from chernobyl-tour.com ($285), Seriously, if you’re looking for a fun getaway that will leave you with a healthy glow, consider visiting Chernobyl on your next vacation!

For more information about tours and pricing, visit chernobylwel.com or chernobyl-tour.com.

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