Autumn days in Altai

This short May trip to Altai will give you the unique aroma of the blooming bagulnik on the slopes of the mountains, the beauty of the blue lakes, the uniqueness of the nature of the Chui tract from the mountain passes to the vast Kurai steppe. 

Any dates are possible by prior request from 5 people.

Location

S. Elekmonar
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$472
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Duration
5 Days
4 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 4 – 8 November
    • 11 – 15 November
    • 17 – 21 November
    • 24 – 28 November
or
Accommodation
  • Guest House
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 15 people
Minimum age
12 years old
Maximum weight of the tourist
100 kg
Group meet at
S. Elekmonar
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Pleasant horseback riding
We will make numerous horse excursions, talk with Altai horses
Stunning landscapes of Altai
We will see the confluence of the beauties of the Chui and Katuni rivers and take part in a car tour along the Chui tract
Incredible geyser lake
We will visit the geyser lake of Mena, as well as admire the blue lakes of Altai

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Horseback riding to the observation deck

    Meeting in the village of Elekmonar. 

    Settling in an eco-house. 

    A study tour on horseback is scheduled for 12:00.

    We meet in the village of Elekmonar before lunch, we stay in a village guest house and, having refreshed ourselves, we make the first familiarization trip on horseback along the village of Elekmonar, and then deep into the mountains to the observation deck, which offers a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains, the Barantal plateau, the mouth of the Elekmonar River and the prospect of winding Katun. 

    After tea by the campfire – photo time. 

    Having saturated ourselves with plenty of sunlight and magical views, we set out on our way back by horse trail.

    We will spend the evening getting to know each other in the national Altai dwelling – village.

    Length: horses 15 km / 4-5 hours.

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  • Day 2 - Horseback riding to the Kinderlin Cave and the ancient lighthouse
  • Day 3 - Blue lakes of Altai
  • Day 4 - Car tour along the Chui highway. The confluence of Chuya and Katun. Geyser Lake
  • Day 5 - Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Guest House
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+

The tour provides accommodation in an eco-house in rooms for 2-3 people.

In winter, by prior request from 5 people, any dates are available on an individual request.

Please specify the details when booking the tour.

"Mayak of Altai" 4 nights

The tour includes accommodation in the Mayak Altai guest house (Elekmonar village).

In the guest house:

  • 5 separate rooms for accommodation;
  • shower room;
  • toilet in the house;
  • a kitchen where you can cook a masterpiece of culinary art for yourself and friends;
  • a spacious dining room where you can sit down for a meal;
  • the living room is for relaxing after a meal with the opportunity to view photos together on a large screen;
  • a huge balcony from where our guests like to watch the impending thunderstorm or the starry sky;
  • free high-speed Wi-Fi.

Private plot:

  • a sauna with a separate steam room (brooms are included);
  • double rustic bathroom;
  • a shady garden, full of ripe fruits in August;
  • A contact mini-zoo where geese, ducks, rabbits and chickens live with the younger generation.
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Tour conditions

Group
up to 15 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Maximum weight of the tourist
100 kg
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
S. Elekmonar

Included in price

  • transportation service in accordance with the tour program;
  • sauna according to the tour program;
  • group transfer from Gorno-Altaisk and back (only on the day of arrival and departure);
  • meals 1-4 days (every day a hot homemade breakfast and a hot homemade dinner. In the afternoon – snack-picnic in nature (on the route) with thermoses);
  • horse rental;
  • the work of an instructor-guide (1-3 depending on the number of participants in the group);
  • recreational fees;
  • accident insurance / medical insurance;
  • accommodation in an eco-house in rooms for 2-3 people.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Novosibirsk/Gorno-Altaysk and back;
  • bus tickets from Novosibirsk to Elecmonar and back;
  • services and excursions not included in the tour program.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Important:

  • passport;
  • cash;
  • telephone;
  • POWER BANK (portable charger);
  • photo camera;
  • individual medicines;
  • a small backpack or a belt bag (to have at hand: water, napkins, phone /camera).

Hygiene items:

  • toothbrush and toothpaste;
  • hygienic lipstick;
  • shampoo (soap);
  • wet wipes;
  • hairbrush;
  • antibacterial cream;
  • sunscreen, etc.

Clothes:

  • thermal underwear;
  • The sweater is warm;
  • The sweater is lighter;
  • warm pants for cold weather;
  • trousers made of thick waterproof fabric (camouflage is possible);
  • lightweight pants;
  • T-shirt / T-shirt (2-3 depending on the length of the route);
  • wool socks (more than one pair);
  • cotton socks (several pairs);
  • insulated, spacious jacket;
  • windbreaker (windbreaker);
  • gloves;
  • headdress (cap or panama hat in hot weather + hat for cold weather);
  • scarf/buff;
  • swimsuit.

Shoes:

  • boots (ankle-high, sole without deep tread);
  • gaiters (flashlights, leggings);
  • slippers – get out of the house quickly to the bathhouse, walk around the house.

It will be useful to:

  • Waterproof case;
  • tourist seat (hob);
  • sunglasses;
  • a knife with a bottle opener;
  • thermos or thermocup;
  • insect repellent;
  • foot and hand warmer;
  • a beautiful dress for a photo;
  • swimsuit, swimming trunks for those who want to swim;
  • spare batteries for cameras, flashlights and other equipment;
  • thick plastic bags for packing things during a hike;

The following are issued on the base:

  • UGC waterproof raincoats;
  • dishes;
  • The first aid kit is provided by the instructor of the group.

The weather conditions in the areas of the routes are very diverse. The air temperature can range from +10 to +35 degrees. Frequent and rapid changes in weather conditions are possible.

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Dates and Prices

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    4 – 8 Nov 5 days 4 nights
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    11 – 15 Nov 5 days 4 nights
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    17 – 21 Nov 5 days 4 nights
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    24 – 28 Nov 5 days 4 nights
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Reviews

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    Diane
    8 Jul, 2021
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    the organization was good--I didn't really like the fact that the instructors didn't talk enough about places and sights--I would like them to be more talkative
    8 Jul, 2021
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    Oksana Khlebnikova
    27 Sep, 2019
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    It still does not fit in my head that this amazing journey really happened. That there were horse crossings under the sun and rain, there were dinners cooked together, there were songs without a guitar, but by the campfire and soulful... Now, upon arrival in Moscow, all this seems either a dream or a fairy tale. But it really was! And for this I would like to say a huge thank you to Olga and her team. Without you guys, I would never have discovered the self-willed and majestic Altai, would not have received these indescribable emotions, would not have fallen in love with equestrian tourism. Now it seems to be forever. My friend and I hadn't left Elekmonar yet when we started planning our inevitable return next summer. Be sure to come! Horses are very calm and hardy. The instructors are professional, reliable, very sociable and funny. Olga is an incredibly energetic enthusiast of her business. The routes are thoughtful and beautiful. Wait for us in 2020! ♥
    27 Sep, 2019
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    Sergey Bakhtin
    9 Sep, 2019
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    Altaaaaay, Altai, Altai!!!! Wonderful land!!!! Like in the song that Tamir sang to us! Wonderful! Amazing! Amazing! Divine! Emotions are overwhelming! The fourth day at home, and I still live in Altai! Olga! Thank you for giving me Altai!
    9 Sep, 2019