Katun is a sprint. Rafting on the Middle Katun

Tame the water element by rafting on the Srednyaya Katun River in Altai!

The section of the Middle Katun, from the Bolshoy Yaloman River to the Sumulta River, runs in the area of high mountain ranges and is characterized not only by the saturation and variety of manifestations of the obstinate river (III–IV categories of complexity), but also by extraordinary natural beauty. 

Location

Manzherok village
from
$432
$375
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 19 – 22 June, 2025
    • 26 – 29 June, 2025
    • 3 – 6 July, 2025
    • 10 – 13 July, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Tent
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Group
Up to 12 people
Minimum age
16 years old
Group meet at
Manzherok village
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The famous Chuisky tract
On the way to the beginning of the rafting, we will learn about the history of the Altai Mountains and the traditions of its indigenous population
Secrets of ancient civilizations
Short walking tours to the rock carvings and mounds diversify our water trip
Obstinate Katun
We will become conquerors of big waves, "barrels", whirlpools and breathtaking rapids

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Taezhnik Tourist complex – Katun River, Maly Yaloman

    On this day, you need to arrive at the Taiga t/c before 11:00.

    Getting to know the guides. 

    Taezhnik tourist complex – Katun River, Maly Yaloman. 

    Breakfast in the cafe for those who arrive before 10:00. 

    Getting to know the guides. 

    Selection and packing of equipment and things. 

    Departure along the route.

    A journey along the oldest route of Siberia – the Chui tract to the camp.

    Lunch at the cafe. 

    Arrival at the campsite on the river bank. 

    Setting up a camp. 

    Dating night. 

    Dinner is prepared by the guide over a campfire. 

    Briefing, preparation for the campaign.

    Length: by car – 300 km.

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  • Day 2 - Katun River, Maly Yaloman – Sumulta River
  • Day 3 - Generalskaya Polyana – The mouth of the Kayancha River
  • Day 4 - Kayancha – Kuyus river rafting. Transfer to the Taezhnik railway station. Exit
Difficulty
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Tour organizer's comments

The main group goes on rafts, the route is of medium difficulty.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Tent
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Basic

Overnight stays in tourist tents throughout the route.

Tent camp 3 nights

Overnight stays in tents.

Tour conditions

Group
up to 12 tourists
Minimum age
16 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Manzherok village

Included in price

  • transportation, according to the tour program;
  • payment for camping sites (payment for a place for tents in equipped camping sites);
  • sauna, according to the tour program;
  • payment for the work of instructors;
  • payment of recreational fees;
  • payment of accident insurance and medical insurance;
  • payment for three meals a day;
  • equipment rental.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Barnaul, Gorno-Altaisk, Novosibirsk and back;
  • delivery to the Taezhnik tourist complex and back, except for a group transfer from Gorno-Altaisk airport;
  • accommodation before and after the tour;
  • tick insurance, it can be issued additionally, the cost of insurance is 400.00 rubles, the validity period is 1 year.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  1. A backpack, suitcase or a large travel bag, that is, something in which it is convenient to carry things to the base, special means are issued on the route for transporting things (a drive bag).
  2. Sneakers, sneakers (one size larger for hydro socks) or special alloy shoes.
  3. Thermal underwear or a cotton T-shirt for a wetsuit.
  4. Replacement shoes for camping (slates).
  5. A set of clothes for rest in the camp – trousers, shirt, shorts, T-shirt, thermal underwear is ideal for an overnight stay, it will also help out if the weather deteriorates.
  6. A warm sweater.
  7. A warm jacket.
  8. A warm hat.
  9. A cap or a panama hat.
  10. Gloves (even simple cotton ones will do).
  11. Socks – 2-3 pairs of cotton or linen, 2 pairs of wool.
  12. A bathing suit.
  13. Toilet and hygiene supplies. Including hygienic lipstick and sunscreen with a high protection factor.
  14. A small flashlight (headlamp).
  15. An individual first aid kit if you have an individual intolerance to any standard drugs or a need for specific or strictly prescription medicines. The instructor takes the main first aid kit with him.
  16. Camera or video camera (optional) with hermetically sealed packaging, as well as a spare battery for it or an external energy storage device, since there will be many species that you want to capture, but there is nowhere to recharge.
  17. The seat is tourist (hob).
  18. Personal tableware (plate, spoon, mug).
  19. Towel (when placed in tents or cabins without amenities).

It is recommended to have your own sleeping bag, designed for temperatures up to -5 degrees. In the absence, a sleeping bag is issued.

The requirement for a set of personal items: nothing superfluous or sharp (without appropriate packages that can damage the hermetic packaging), the camera and movie camera must have special sealed boxes or sealed packaging. 

For the convenience of packaging and additional splash protection, we recommend having plastic bags.

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Dates and Prices

  • $375
    19 – 22 Jun, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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  • $375
    26 – 29 Jun, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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  • $375
    3 – 6 Jul, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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  • $375
    10 – 13 Jul, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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  • $375
    17 – 20 Jul, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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