Akhmatov Fjord

Akhmatov Fjord is an Arctic waterway in Severnaya Zemlya that cuts deep into the northern landscape between high coastal cliffs. The channel widens at its mouth and gradually narrows as it extends inland, creating distinct zones with different characteristics.

The fjord was systematically mapped in 1913 when a Russian expedition conducted detailed surveys of this remote Arctic waterway. Subsequent explorations gradually added to the knowledge of this water formation and its characteristics.

The geographical designation commemorates the contributions of a Russian hydrographer who performed initial surveys of this northern water formation.

Visiting requires specialized equipment and preparation due to year-round ice and extreme Arctic weather conditions. Travelers should expect long journey times and challenging visibility.

The fjord contains small islands near its entrance that act as natural wave breakers and create a sheltered waterway inside. This island arrangement makes the innermost sections calmer than the exposed outer areas.

Location: Krasnoyarsk Krai

Part of: Laptev Sea, Nothern Zemlya

GPS coordinates: 79.11667,103.05000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:47