Altai. The Multin lakes and rafting

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The Multin lakes are far from civilization, so the unique nature, protected plants and animals have been preserved here. New acquaintances, lots of photos and priceless moments will become a pleasant baggage that you will take with you from Altai along with fragrant teas and honey.

Location

Novosibirsk, Gorno-Altaysk

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Tour highlights

Middle and Lower Multin Lakes

We will drive through meadows and taiga forests to mountain lakes

Transverse Lake

We'll have a picnic and a photo shoot by the lake

Upper Multinskoye Lake

We will admire the Altai beauties and climb to the Upper Multinsky Lake

Kuyguk Valley

The valley is very picturesque, and the Kuyguk waterfall and the lake with the same name and with a rich turquoise color will impress even the sophisticated

Rafting

Let's go rafting on the Katun River

Camping

Camping in the midst of extraordinary beauty

Itinerary

Day 1 - Novosibirsk - the village of Multa
The meeting of the group is at 06:30 in Novosibirsk.
On the way, if necessary, we will pick up part of the group in Gorno-Altaisk.
There is a brief briefing on the way, and a stop at a cafe on the way.
Upon arrival, we are accommodated in tents on the territory of the recreation center in the village of Multa.
On the road, you have already appreciated the beauty of the Altai Mountains, but the most important thing is yet to come!
We'll cook dinner and get to know all the participants.
After all, we are going to have a whole mountain trip hand in hand.
Day 2 - Nizhny Multinskoye lake, parking on the Multinskoye Lake, rolling Noise
In the morning, we drive by cross–country car to the long-awaited lakes, the first of which is Nizhny Multinskoye.
The road is an adventure in itself.
We will drive through meadows and taiga forests to mountain lakes.
Upon arrival, we take our things apart and walk 3 km along the trail, admiring the surrounding views, to the place of our first overnight stay and camp for the next few days, which we will set up on the shore of the Middle Multin Lake.
Then we cook lunch and rest after a hard road.
The Multa River bursts noisily from the Middle to the Lower Lake, forming rolling Noises.
This waterfall is a natural dam – a moraine shaft about 150 meters long, composed of large boulders.
Lakes are filled with water due to the melting of glaciers.
In the evening, we will walk to the rolling Noise.
We'll put up tents thoroughly, stretch and strengthen them properly.
This is necessary for a comfortable stay in case of bad weather.
Let's cook dinner and make tea on the glacial water from the lake.
By car: 22 km, on foot: 3 km with backpacks, accommodation: tents, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 3 - Parking on the village of Multinskoye Lake – Lake. Verkhneye Multinskoye – parking lot on the Sr. Multinskoye Lake
Today we will admire the Altai beauties – lakes, rivers, snowy peaks of the mountains – and climb to the Upper Multinsky Lake.
Again, an early rise and a boat trip to the cordon.
Now we follow the trail along the Multa River, where Lake Verkhneye Multinskoye awaits us.
We will find a cozy place with a wonderful panoramic view and arrange lunch in a clearing.
In the evening we return to our camp near the Shumy ridge.
On foot: 16 km light, altitude difference: 160 m., accommodation: tents, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 4 - Parking on the village of Multinskoye Lake – Lake. Transverse, waterfall – parking on the Sr. Multinsky lake
Today we have an early rise again, because in the mountains the weather is usually great in the morning.
We'll only take a snack and things with us in case of bad weather.
We go along the lake to the cordon by boat and then continue on foot.
We walk along the Multa River to its confluence with the Transverse River, the trail is reserved, you can often find animal tracks here, and if you're lucky, then the animals themselves.
At the mouth of the Multa and Transversal rivers, turn left and climb to the Transversal Lake.
Along the way, we will see a waterfall where water falls from a height of 25 meters.
We'll have a picnic by the lake, time for a photo shoot, rest.
Those who wish will be able to swim.
The water in the lake is very cold, but it's worth it.
We return to the camp and cook dinner.
On foot: 17 km light, altitude difference: 250 m., accommodation: tents, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 5 - Parking on the village of Multinskoye Lake – Lake. The Lower Multinskoye
The previous days were very busy.
Therefore, before lunch we will relax, swim in the lake and walk along the shore.
And in the afternoon we will return to the shore of the Lower Lake, where we will set up camp for two nights.
Those who wish can order a sauna.
On foot: 3 km with backpacks, altitude difference: 30 m, accommodation: tents, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 6 - Lower Multinskoye Lake – Kuyguk Valley, waterfall and lake Kuyguk – lake. The Lower Multinskoye
An early rise again.
We will ford a small river and go to the neighboring Kuyguk Valley.
The valley is very picturesque, and the Kuyguk waterfall and the lake of the same name with a rich turquoise color will impress even sophisticated tourists.
Picnic right on the shore of the lake.
Those who want to take a break from tracking can get enough sleep and stay in the camp for a day.
Here you can go boating, sunbathe, and walk around the surroundings.
The lower Multinskoye Lake is quite suitable for swimming: the water on its surface warms up to +15°C in summer.
Fishing is not prohibited here, so fans can catch grayling.
In addition, tourist complexes offer jeep tours for anglers.
There are a lot of mushrooms, blueberries, lingonberries, honeysuckle, pine cones with nuts in the forest.
On foot: 20 km light, altitude difference: 400 m, accommodation: tents, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 7 - Nizhny Multinskoye Lake – Multa village
It is an extreme morning on the shore of a mountain lake in the middle of majestic mountains.
Morning fog, delicious porridge and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee – we will remember these moments for a long time.
Let's say the mountains: "See you soon!” and let's go to the village of Multa.
We are located at the base.
Everyone can take a walk to the Katun River or along the village of Multa.
Overnight at the base of the village of Multa in cabins.
Car: 22 km. On foot: 3 km with backpacks, 1 km light. Accommodation: cabins. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 8 - Rafting on Katun
In order for your journey through the Altai Mountains to become completely complete, you definitely need to get to know Katunya better.
We will go rafting just below the village of Tyungur to the Akkem River, which originates under Belukha.
Experience is not required, we will get all the necessary equipment on the spot.
If you are afraid of water or just don't want to go rafting, on this day you can stay at the base, relax, take a leisurely walk around the neighborhood.
In the evening, we return to the base in Multa, where a hot bath will be waiting for us.
Accommodation: cabins, meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 9 - P. Multa – Novosibirsk
Morning rise and departure to Novosibirsk.
If necessary, we will bring part of the group to Gorno-Altaysk.
Along the way, we will make several stops at a cafe and a souvenir market.
No one should leave Altai without a souvenir.
Farewell to the participants before going home.
The approximate time of arrival in Novosibirsk is 22:00.
We recommend taking tickets home from Novosibirsk after 00:00.
Bus: 800 km, meals: breakfast.

Difficulty

Low physical intensity for amateurs and non-experienced travelers

Tour organizer's comments

radial exits are 5-18 km, suitable for teenagers from 14 years old and novice tourists. Day trips with small radial backpacks.The program includes a simple one-day rafting trip along the Katun River. The distance by car is 1600 km, by boat 4 km, on foot 70 km (10 km with backpacks).

Accommodation

Tent

8 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour provides accommodation in 3-4 local tents in improved parking lots on the territory of the reserve and in a campsite in the village of Multa. If you wish to stay separately, you can take your own tent. For the last 2 days, accommodation in the village of Multa in 5-bed houses on the territory of a well-maintained base with amenities.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 18 tourists

Minimum age

15 years old

Duration

10 days 9 nights

Group meets at

Novosibirsk, Gorno-Altaysk

Included in price

transfer from Novosibirsk / Gorno-Altaysk to the starting point of the route and back;
transfer to GAZ-66 from the village of Multa to N. Multinskoye lake and back;
boat rental from the Middle Multa to the cordon (2 times);
rafting on the Katun river;
accommodation on the territory of the base in the village of Multa (1 night in tents, 2 nights in cabins);
accommodation at the reserve's parking lots (5 nights);
meals on the active part of the tour (we cook together);
the work of instructors;
group equipment: 3-4-bed tents, gas equipment, boilers, gas, first aid kit;
means of communication and navigation;
permission to visit the reserve;
bathhouse on the last day;
consultations on the selection of clothes, ticket purchase;
a signature buff.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Novosibirsk/ Gorno-Altaysk and back;
meals at the cafe on the road;
insurance against n/a;
horseback riding, sauna, individual accommodation outside the program;
tips for the guide.

It's important to know

This list will help you get ready:

Backpack 70-80 l with a rigid back and waist system;
A cape for a backpack from the rain;
Travel mat;
Sleeping bag (comfort temperature 0);
Trekking poles;
Hoba (tourist seat);

Clothes and shoes:

High trekking boots with ankle fixation;
Gaiters ("lanterns");
Sports sandals;
A windbreaker jacket (windproof, it can also be moisture-proof, a membrane 10000/10000 is better);
Windproof pants (windproof);
Down jacket (warm jacket);
Fleece jacket;
Thermal underwear (underwear);
T-shirt or long sleeve shirt;
1-2 T-shirts;
Lightweight running pants, you can also use shorts;
Balaclava + windproof mask;
Panama hat, fleece hat , cotton gloves;
Fleece gloves;
Trekking socks 2-3 pairs, warm socks;
Lingerie;

What else to take:

Dishes (plate, mug, spoon, knife - not ceramic, matches in hermetically sealed);
Personal hygiene products (All in SMALL tubes and packages. Toothpaste and brush, small soap, shampoo in single-use bags, small deodorant, toilet paper, hygiene products for women, shaving machine, washcloth, wet wipes.);
Personal first aid kit, in case of chronic diseases + 1 elastic bandage, 2 sterile bandages, hydrogen peroxide, tissue-based roll patch (the instructor will have a public first aid kit with a standard set of medicines);
UV-resistant sunglasses (at least 3 cat.);
Headlamp + set of spare batteries;
Sunscreen (SPF starting from 50-60);
Hygienic lipstick with SPF;
Thermos 0.7 – 1 l;
Individual 1 L water bottle or hydrator;

Documents:

Passport;
Medical policy;
Money for additional expenses (cafes, souvenirs, etc.);

Additionally:

Polyethylene or other dense waterproof bags to keep things dry;

You can take it, but it's an extra load:

Camera, video camera;
Chargers.

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