It's a good time to go south, enjoy the revived nature, bird chatter, high sky over the mountains, the comfort of a forest house and a living fireplace. You can expect days full of exceptionally high—quality relaxation that do not require additional fees - everything is included!
Location
Republic of Adygea, Maikop district, A-159, 13th kilometer, 13th km, 13
Republic of Adygea, Maikop district, A-159, 13th kilometer, 13th km, 13
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Tour highlights
Natural SPA treatments
Let's recuperate and recharge with the energy of hot springs
Tastes of Adygea
We'll taste fresh cheese and local spirits.
Guzeriplsky Dolmen
Let's go to the megalith and discuss its history.
Safe extreme
Let's learn the basics of rock climbing and feel like mountain climbers.
The narrow gorge
We will walk along the natural corridor in the thickness of the limestone formation.
Campfire gatherings
Let's gather around the campfire, roast a barbecue and enjoy a warm evening.
Itinerary
Day 1 -
Welcome to mountainous Adygea!
We stay in the cozy rooms of our base, relax, have a delicious dinner.
At 20:00 we are waiting for everyone in our cafe near the fireplace, we will get acquainted, discuss the nuances of upcoming adventures, drink tea on mountain herbs — in general, enjoy the evening in the mountains.
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Day 2 -
The route to the gorge of the Rufabgo creek. The Khadjokh Gorge. Canyoning optional
After breakfast, we leave for the beginning of the route on an open all-terrain vehicle GAZ 66. You will have a short but memorable drop to the object.
The location of our mountain base and all—terrain vehicle drop allows you to start with the most interesting thing - from the wild places of the Rufabgo waterfalls.
Here you will see waterfalls surrounded by steep slopes and stone terraces, grottoes, steep rock corridors up to 150 m high. After passing through the "stone labyrinths", visit historical sites — the "zindan" medieval fortress, an ancient altar and menhirs.
We'll have a picnic on the route.
The Khadjokh Gorge and Black Noise complete the full-day route. Optional and based on weather conditions is possible:
canyon passage with canyoning elements (4 waterfalls on the water using special equipment);
hiking route along the river canyon.
In the late afternoon, we return to the base, where we will have a delicious dinner, natural home cooking, and gatherings in a warm company.
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Day 3 -
Hiking in the upper reaches of the Kurdzhips River, rock climbing
After breakfast, drive towards the Lago Naki plateau (20 km).
After reaching the Gutter gorge (1,700 meters above sea level), we climb to the observation point. It offers magnificent panoramic views of the plateau, rock outcrops up to 100 meters high. It's all breathtaking.
Next, we will walk through the forest above the Kurdzhipsky tract. When we get to the wildest and most beautiful places, we arrange a rest stop. It will turn out to be extremely tasty and desirable. The route is circular, so we manage to get to the most interesting places.
Then we continue our real adventures within the safety limits! We are learning how to climb free climbing and descend using a roller coaster. The lesson takes place on a natural rocky terrain. The route is designed for beginner climbers on specially prepared trails (steep walls from 10 to 25 meters).
In the late afternoon, we return to the base, where a delicious dinner awaits us.
At 20:00 we are waiting for you by the campfire, we will roast shish kebab together, taste Adyghe cheeses and local spirits.
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Day 4 -
Granite canyon, dolmen, thermal springs
Today we are going to explore the Granite Canyon. We take good pictures at picturesque points, approach narrow places where the water is trapped in a granite vice. Proximity to a rushing stream evokes special emotions.
Then we drive to the largest dolmen in the Western Caucasus. This giant makes quite a strong impression. We will talk about the amazing mysteries of the dolmens, about the time of the origin and disappearance of the ancient culture.
We will explore the exhibits of the nature museum, observe the animals of the aviary complex, then walk along the forest trails among the fir giants.
The adventure doesn't end there — we go to the hot springs.
The gentle relaxing effect of the thermal spring water, the diffused warm steam rising from the surface of the pool, the stars of the night sky, the play of light and sound.
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Day 5 -
Off-road vehicle to the waterfalls. Guam Ridge, exit to the Eagle Shelf
On an all—terrain vehicle with an open body, we are moving along an old forest drag, this front road runs through a fir forest - this in itself is great.
Our first goal is to walk along the canyon from Universitetskiy waterfall to Chinarskiy.
Along the way, it will be interesting to learn the history of the ruins of an ancient fortress lying above the canyon. We study the geological landscape, the world of relict plants, and swim if desired.
Leaving the canyon behind, we continue driving on our all-terrain vehicle. We pass an Old Russian farm with its distinctive outskirts and monks' hermitages. Next is the village of Mezmai.
Seven kilometers from the village, or rather above it, there is a sheer cliff at a bird's-eye height, in which a man-sized groove seems to have been specially left so that people could walk and be impressed.
We're gaining altitude. The Kurjips River meanders below, and along it is a narrow-gauge railway leading into the famous Guam Gorge. The valley, the mountains, the rocks — the place is incredibly beautiful.
The way back is to climb the road to a bird's—eye view.
Return to the base, dinner.
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Day 6 -
The route to the wild caves
On this day, we invite you to an amazing journey through the labyrinths of the underworld – into wild caves. We're going on an off-road vehicle.
Following the wild caves, we make a stop at the grotto — the parking lot of primitive man. Excavations are currently underway here, so there will be something to listen to, imagine, and feel.
So, wild caves! Our wild cave is one of the most beautiful karst cavities. Some of its leaky formations are composed of soft calcite, which makes it white.
As you descend into the depths, you steadily feel the spirit of the explorer within you. This feeling doesn't leave you until the evening. We will also remember our experiment — "magical sounds of music" in total darkness.
In the evening we are waiting for everyone in our cozy cafe. We will enjoy socializing and good music, and sharing our impressions is a great way to end the May holidays.
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Day 7 -
Departure
9:00 a.m. Breakfast.
10:00 Transfer to Krasnodar / Mineralnye Vody (extra charge).
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Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments
Everything is accessible to ordinary people. The level of stress is sane, and even a child can handle it. We guarantee pleasant physical fatigue and the joy of overcoming.
Accommodation
Accommodation
Camp Site
6 nights
Comfort
Midscale
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The tour provides accommodation at a recreation center
The cost of the tour for 1 person is 79,000 rubles.
Children under 16 years old get a 10% discount.
The Formula of Active Recreation base 6 nights
Parking, cafes, barbecue areas, gazebos are available on site.
There is a possibility of 2-, 3-, 4-bed accommodation at the recreation center. In case of a request for single accommodation, the cost of the tour is recalculated.
All rooms have a private entrance, each room has a bathroom, TV, comfortable beds, wardrobe, table, chairs. All rooms have bedding, towels, and hand soap.
The base is located in a mountainous area, there is no electricity, everything is powered by generators, so there may be technical interruptions in the operation of the power plant from 00:00 to 06:00.
There are no kettles or hair dryers in the rooms, as the power plant cannot withstand the simultaneous activation of 3-4 hair dryers/kettles as an additional load. But at the reception you can always take a hairdryer for temporary use, and order tea and coffee in the cafe.
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Tour conditions
Group
From 2 to 15 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
7 days 6 nights
Group meets at
Republic of Adygea, Maikop district, A-159, 13th kilometer, 13th km, 13
Included in price
habitation;
nutrition:
Day 1 — dinner;
Day 2-6 — 3 meals a day;
Day 7 — breakfast;
picnic in nature (barbecue, tasting of Adyghe cheese);
active program;
instructor services;
entrance fees for all facilities under the program;
intra-route transport;
visit the thermal springs on the day recommended in the tour, or on any of the days agreed with the group;
rent of necessary equipment.
Paid extra
air and railway tickets to Krasnodar / Mineralnye Vody and back;
private transfer (the cost is specified by the manager when booking the transfer service);
group transfer:
Krasnodar — accommodation base / accommodation base — Krasnodar — 5,000 rubles/person.;
Mineralnye Vody — accommodation base / accommodation base — Mineralnye Vody — 6 000 RUB/person.
Transfer services are paid additionally on the first day of the tour.
It's important to know
Personal equipment you need for the tour
documents: Russian Federation passport (internal), medical insurance policy;
medical preparations for individual needs;
cash (to pay for the transfer, additional services in the form of baths and massages, for the purchase of souvenirs and gifts). There are ATMs in the village.
When choosing clothes to participate in an active tour, keep in mind that they should protect you from wind, rain, sun, insects and mechanical damage (branches, grass, stones).
We recommend taking specialized hiking clothing made of synthetic materials, as it provides good ventilation, dries quickly, does not crease, and is more comfortable when moving.
Footwear. Comfortable sports shoes. Two pairs with non-slip soles are required.:
the first pair is high waterproof boots (if you have trekking boots, it's better to take them);
The second pair is sneakers with non—slip soles.;
rubber flip-flops for visiting thermal springs.
Clothes. In spring, it is better to take sportswear for hot and cool weather.
The jacket is windproof, waterproof;
down or fleece vest — optional (for early spring);
raincoat (poncho thick);
warm tracksuit (sweatshirt, pants);
A fleece jacket is a must! — for all weather conditions;
a set of thermal underwear (if available, it can be used as a bottom layer, it is very important for early spring);
T-shirts with long (from sunburn) and short sleeves 2-3 pcs.;
Lightweight sweatpants are a must!;
socks (1 thermal socks and 2-3 pairs of regular ones).
bathing suit for thermal springs.
Headdress:
for early spring, we recommend taking a hat, as well as a scarf or fleece gater (buff) – close your throat and neck, gloves;
for sunny weather — a cap/panama hat (! always with a visor).
Useful equipment:
A small backpack of 20-30 liters, it is convenient to take things with you for a walk.;
hiking gaiters or flashlights for feet: from mud, rain and snow, estimated cost 800-1000 rubles.;
hermetic package for phone and photo and video equipment in case of rain;
refillable water bottle or small 500 ml thermos. optional;
sunglasses for snow and sun protection — optional;
The tour operator provides all the necessary equipment for the active part of the tours (equipment rental is included in the price of the tour).
How is the group transfer organized?
Take advantage of our combined transfer for an additional fee (comfortable minivan, bus):
Krasnodar Airport — accommodation base and return:
gathering of the group at 15:00 in the airport parking lot;
return transfer — departure from the accommodation base at 10:00;
return tickets are available with departure after 16:00;
the cost of a group transfer is 5000 rubles / person in both directions.
Mineralnye Vody Airport — base in the mountains and back:
gathering of the group at 15:00 in the airport parking lot;
return transfer departure from the accommodation base at 10:00;
take return tickets with departure after 17:00;
the cost of a group transfer is 6000 rubles / person in both directions.
A group transfer is organized when collecting a group of 3 people or more in the requested direction, with fewer requests, we can arrange an individual transfer by the time of arrival / departure.
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Can the program change?
Possible route adjustments based on weather conditions.
Is accident insurance included?
You can purchase additional travel insurance on the website of a Large Country without commission directly from insurance companies.
Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.
Dates and Prices
The tour dates are not confirmed yet. Please, for clarification
The glamping site is set in a beautiful, picturesque location. I’d especially like to highlight the dining - every dish was delicious, and you could tell that a lot of care went into the menu. Nothing was ever repeated, which was a nice touch.
The only downside for me was that the showers didn’t always work reliably. I hope this will be improved in the future.
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Elena
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3 Dec, 2025
As always, everything was great! It’s not my first time taking tours with Big Country, and I’ve never had any complaints, thank you!