Timeline
15:00
Drive the 3 to 5 hours from Khabarovsk to Durminskoye Reserve to arrive with plenty of time before dark.
16:00
Settle in at the reserve. Check the route and timing carefully as the drive is long.
17:20
Find a quiet spot with a clear view of the WSW horizon. The golden light starts at 16:39, so you will have about 50 minutes of warm light before the sun sets at 17:30.
17:30
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. This is the main moment.
18:15
Stay for the blue hour as the reserve transitions into night. The area is remote, so plan your return drive in the dark.
Local tip
The reserve is home to the last Siberian Tigers in the wild. Keep your voice low and stay in your vehicle or designated areas to respect the habitat. The drive from Khabarovsk is significant, so start early.
Check before you go
- The drive from Khabarovsk takes 3 to 5 hours. Ensure you have enough fuel and daylight to complete the journey safely.
- Sunset is at 17:30 on 15 January. Golden light begins at 16:39.
- There are no food or drink shops listed at the reserve. Bring your own snacks and water.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Khabarovsk (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).