How to complete Search Mission in Escape from Tarkov

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In Escape from Tarkov, one of the initial missions you’ll encounter is called the Search Mission. It’s relatively straightforward compared to other tasks. If you manage to reach your objectives and successfully extract, you’re in and out quickly. However, if you meet your end on the way out, you’ll have to start over. Here are some tips for consistently completing the Search Mission in Tarkov:

1. Understand the map: Familiarize yourself with the layout of the area you’ll be searching. Know where the extraction points are and plan your route accordingly.
2. Gear up appropriately: Choose equipment that suits the task at hand while considering the potential threats you might encounter.
3. Be cautious: Proceed with caution, listen for sounds that could indicate enemies nearby, and always check rooms before entering them.
4. Prioritize objectives: Focus on completing your primary objective first, then move on to any secondary tasks as time allows.
5. Extract safely: Once you’ve completed your objectives, make sure to reach an extraction point without drawing unwanted attention or getting ambushed.

How to complete the Search Mission task in Escape from Tarkov

To accomplish the Search Mission, head towards the Woods region and make stops at Prapor’s convoy and the USEC camp located in the northwest corner of the map. Your starting location may vary, but here are some straightforward tactics to ensure you can consistently find your way there.


During the intense cleanse introduced with update 0.16.8, you have two options to reach Woods. One is by using the Factory transportation system situated in the outdoor area on the map’s eastern side. Jump over the window in the first-floor office and activate the transportation at the back of the shipping container.

Alternatively, You might choose to reach Reserve by passing through Customs, then journey towards the eastern edge of the map where you’ll discover the Woods Transit station located close to the last train carriage at the fence.

As a fellow enthusiast, let me share some advice: Kick off your adventure by seeking out Prapor’s convoy initially. It significantly simplifies the journey to the USEC camp afterwards when you finally locate it.

How to find Prapor’s convoy

Prapor’s caravan is traveling on the primary road in the remote northwestern part of Woods. If you appear in the southwest, moving due north should lead you there with relative ease. After crossing the first road you encounter, continue along the second road parallel to the power lines and turn left at the intersection. Keep going north on that road until you spot the caravan.

If you initially appear in the southeastern region, navigate towards the northern direction. Maintain the sawmill region next to the lake on your left-hand side as you travel. Ensure that a large mountain stays on your right side, and stick to the road as it leads northward. At the crossroads, take a left turn, then follow the path to the right where the power lines are located, and ultimately, make another right turn to arrive at the convoy.

If you’re starting from the upper part of the map, it’s much more convenient to find the convoy. Simply make your way to the river that borders the north, then proceed westward, avoiding Scav Town. You’re on track if you encounter the deserted village along the way.

Keep heading west with the village on your right until you see the radio tower on your left.

Take the road heading south near the tower, and you’ll come across the convoy in due time.

How to reach the USEC camp

As a gamer, I’d put it like this: “I’m stationed at the USEC camp nestled on a hill overlooking the main road westward. If you’re with the convoy, keep an eye southwest down the road and make a run for it between the two larger bodies of water.

You’ll be able to see some of the tents from across the water.

To claim success for the Search Mission, make your way towards the southern part of the campsite. There, search for the distinctive black and blue vehicles. Once found, move closer to these trucks to advance with the assignment.

If you’ve engaged the convoy earlier, your current mission is to work with Prapor and accomplish the task. It won’t be a walk in the park, but then again, nothing in Escape From Tarkov ever is – that’s what makes it so exciting, isn’t it? Isn’t that right?

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2025-07-12 02:27