Altai. The Multin lakes and rafting

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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Duration
9 Days
8 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 16 – 24 July, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Tent
    8 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 18 people
Minimum age
15 years old
Group meet at
Novosibirsk, Gorno-Altaysk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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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
  • Day 3 - Parking on the village of Multinskoye Lake – Lake. Verkhneye Multinskoye – parking lot on the Sr. Multinskoye Lake
  • Day 4 - Parking on the village of Multinskoye Lake – Lake. Transverse, waterfall – parking on the Sr. Multinsky lake
  • Day 5 - Parking on the village of Multinskoye Lake – Lake. The Lower Multinskoye
  • Day 6 - Lower Multinskoye Lake – Kuyguk Valley, waterfall and lake Kuyguk – lake. The Lower Multinskoye
  • Day 7 - Nizhny Multinskoye Lake – Multa village
  • Day 8 - Rafting on Katun
  • Day 9 - P. Multa – Novosibirsk
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
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

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.

Tent 8 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
15 years old
Duration
9 days 8 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

Personal equipment you need for the tour

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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  • $528
    16 – 24 Jul, 2025 9 days 8 nights
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Reviews

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    Larisa
    6 May, 2022
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    Comfortable accommodation, convenient transfer, delicious food, attentive attitude.
    6 May, 2022
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    Natalia
    10 Jan, 2022
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    We are very satisfied with the host party. The organization of the tour is at the highest level, before the trip we answered all the questions that helped to prepare properly, the tour program is diverse and very interesting. And all the everyday nuances of living and eating without any complaints!
    10 Jan, 2022
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    Zueva Tatiana
    10 Jan, 2022
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    The organization of the tour at the highest level!
    10 Jan, 2022