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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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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 along a horse trail full of maralnik flowers.
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
Horseback riding to the Kinderlin cave.
The path runs through the bridge on the Katun River, which has a local landmark – the Dragon's Teeth.
The closer to the goal, the steeper the climb!
It is difficult to get to the cave on horseback, so leaving the horses we overcome the last 300 meters on foot.
The view of the cave is no less impressive than the overview of the Katuni valley, and climbing to the top of the mountain, where there is an ancient lighthouse (the index of the highest peak in the area).
You will be able to see the edge of a warm May spring and a cold winter along the blooming slopes of mountains and glades at your feet and snow-capped peaks stretching beyond the horizon.
On the way back, friends!
A hot bathhouse and the instructor's stories about taiga life are already waiting for you at home.
Length: horses 20 km / 5-6 hours.

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Day 3 - Blue lakes of Altai
Wake up at 8 a.m., breakfast and get in the saddle!
It is necessary to arrive at the lakes by the time the sun's rays reach the water surface, it is at this moment that the lakes acquire their unusually fabulous color and appear before us in full glory!
On the shore of one of the lakes, we arrange lunch by the campfire.
Those who wish can plunge into the emerald waters, feel the cheerfulness of the spirit.
By the way, during the May holidays there is an extreme opportunity to see the blue lakes of Altai. Further, due to high water, the Katun River will hide them with its waters.
If, however, the weather is not so favorable or Katun has already closed its eyes-lakes, there is an opportunity to go on a ring horse ride through the peaks of Elekmonar, see herds of horses and walk through the mowing lands along the mountain rivers Sulda or Kuyum.
The evening is again declared a sauna, because after such an active day it is so nice to steam up!
Day 4 - Car tour along the Chui highway. The confluence of Chuya and Katuni. Geyser Lake
The Chui highway is one of the most beautiful roads in the world.
Two beautiful passes — Seminsky and Cheke-taman, as well as the confluence of the Katun and Chuya rivers, Katun terraces, the Kurai steppe, the North Chuisky ridge with its peak Aktr u and much more will be on our way.
The pearl of the tour will be a walking trip to Lake Mena — a milky blue geyser lake.
Length: 700 km by car. Height difference: from 300 to 2000 m above sea level.
Anyone traveling through Novosibirsk and in a hurry can leave at 9.30 pm on the evening of the 4th day on the Novosibirsk bus (tickets on their own).

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Day 5 - Departure
6:30 - 07:00 Transfer to Gorno-Altaisk airport.
In the morning, a minibus will pick you up and take you to the airport in Gorno-Altaysk.
If you are not on the way, we will help you take a bus to Novosibirsk or Barnaul.
It's time to say goodbye, but only to meet again, friends!

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

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.

Please note! Fluffy and charming cats live in the house.

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

In the guest house:

5 separate rooms for accommodation;
shower room;
the 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 the big screen;
a huge balcony from where our guests like to watch the impending thunderstorm or the starry sky.;
free high-speed Wi-Fi.

Household plot:

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

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Tour conditions

Group

From 6 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

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.

By train or plane to Novosibirsk/Barnaul/Gorno-Altaisk.
Then by bus (Novosibirsk/Barnaul/ Gorno-Altaysk – Chemal) to the settlement of Elekmonar (7 km. before reaching the village of Chemal).

VIA GORNO-ALTAYSK

Step 1. Go to any convenient website for you to purchase air tickets and buy tickets in the direction of Gorno-Altaysk (we will help you choose air tickets in advance).

Step 2. You arrive in Gorno-Altaysk and call the organizers and within 5 minutes you will be met at the entrance to the airport.

The cost of the transfer from Gorno-Altaysk to the village of Elekmonar and back is already included in the price of the tour.

Step 3. An hour later you are already in a cozy guest house drinking seagulls and getting ready for the trip.

If unforeseen circumstances occur (flight delay, bus breakdown on the road, late arrival for a scheduled flight) – call the organizer. We will not leave anyone, we will wait for everyone and try to help as much as possible. The main thing is to keep us informed of your "adventures"!

VIA BARNAUL (non-stop)

Step 1. By air or railway transport you get to Barnaul.

Step 2. Take a minibus from the airport to the bus station. The bus station in the city of Barnaul is located on the same square with the railway station.

Step 3. Purchase a bus / minibus ticket following the route: Barnaul – Chemal (~ 1300 rubles).

Step 4. The road from Barnaul to Elekmonar takes approximately 4.5 hours. When the bus/minibus arrives in the village of Maima, which borders the city of Gorno-Altaysk (where the mountainous area begins), call the organizer and inform your location.

Step 5. After driving for another hour and a half, inform the bus driver

A minibus message that you need to get off at the village of Elekmonar at the Shershnevka stop! The black and orange building of the Paleopark, which will be located on the left along the bus, serves as a guideline that you will leave in 5 minutes.

Step 6. Get off the bus and call the organizer at one of the above numbers.

Step 7. You will be met within 5 minutes.

If unforeseen circumstances occur (flight delay, bus breakdown on the road, late arrival for a scheduled flight), call the organizer. We will not leave anyone, we will wait for everyone and try to help as much as possible. The main thing is to keep us informed of your "adventures"!

VIA BARNAUL (with transfer to Gorno-Altaisk)

Step 1. By air or railway transport you get to Barnaul.

Step 2. Take a minibus from the airport to the bus station. The bus station in the city of Barnaul is located on the same square with the railway station.

Step 3. Purchase a bus / minibus ticket following the route: Barnaul – Gorno-Altaysk (~ 650 rubles).

Step 4. At the Gorno-Altaisk railway station, purchase a ticket for a regular bus / take a taxi / take a minibus to the village of Chemal (~ 400 rubles.)

Step 5. As soon as you leave the bus station, call the organizer +7(925)700-03-02 or +7(966)095-03-02 and inform them that you have left.

Step 6. After driving for another hour and a half, inform the bus driver

A minibus message that you need to get off at the village of Elekmonar at the Shershnevka stop! The black and orange building of the Paleopark, which will be located on the left along the bus, serves as a guideline that you will leave in 5 minutes.

Step 7. Get off the bus and call the organizer at one of the above numbers.

Step 8. You will be met within 5 minutes.

If unforeseen circumstances occur (flight delay, bus breakdown on the road, late arrival for a scheduled flight) – call the organizer. We will not leave anyone, we will wait for everyone and try to help as much as possible. The main thing is to keep us informed of your "adventures"!

VIA NOVOSIBIRSK (non-stop)

Step 1. By air or railway transport you get to Novosibirsk.

Step 2. From the airport, take a shuttle bus to the railway station. The branch of the bus station is located on the forecourt near the railway station.

Step 3. Purchase a ticket for the bus following the route: Novosibirsk – Chemal (~ 2200 rubles).

Step 4. The journey from Novosibirsk to Elekmonar takes approximately 9 hours. When the bus arrives in Gorno-Altaisk (the mountainous area begins there), call the organizers and inform them of your location.

Step 5. After driving for another hour and a half, inform the bus / minibus driver that you need to get off in the Electric car at the Shershnevka stop! The black and orange building of the Paleopark, which will be located on the left along the bus, serves as a guideline that you will leave in 5 minutes.