Rafting and adventures in Altai

A combined journey that allows you to combine interest in the history, ethnography and culture of Altai with activities. Rafting on the Middle Katun is not only crazy rowing and the thrill of the rapids, but also relaxation and meditation at rest stops, a chance to enjoy active recreation in the wild without unnecessary stress and hardship, a journey to a lost world!

Location

Barnaul
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Duration
6 Days
5 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 17 – 22 June, 2025
    • 24 – 29 June, 2025
    • 1 – 6 July, 2025
    • 8 – 13 July, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    5 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 18 people
Minimum age
14 years old
Group meet at
Barnaul
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Incredible photos of Altai
We are waiting for photo stops against the background of the Chuya Alps, at the confluence of Chuya and Katun, as well as stunning photosets against the background of Altai sunsets and colorful rocks of Altai Mars
Wellness treatments
We will visit the maralnik and get acquainted with effective methods of pantotherapy
New facets of taste in Altai
Let's try Altai "goodies" and "goodies"
Refreshing alloy
We will experience a surge of adrenaline, pass the thresholds of Ilgumensky, Kadrinskaya pipe and Sabbath
Denisova Cave
We will visit a unique archaeological site of world importance

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Barnaul – Belokurikha – Solonovka – Iskra

    Meeting in Barnaul: airport, railway station, hotels of the city (by agreement).

    Departure from the city is 9-00 (local time).

    Transfer Barnaul – Belokurikha (240 km). 

    The resort is known for its healing air and thermal springs.

    Meeting in Belokurikha at 13:00 at the Blagodat hotel (by agreement, in case of arrival at Gorno-Altaysk airport, transfer Gorno-Altaysk – Belokurikha (120 km) for an additional fee).

    Transfer Belokurikha – Solonovka (40 km), a village founded by Old Believers and Russian immigrants, known as a point of attraction for paragliders and a private cheese factory.

    Lunch in the Kerzhak traditions of the "Old Believers' Kitchen".

    Transfer Solonovka – Soloneshnoye (65 km).

    Excursion to the Soloneshensky Museum of Local Lore (entrance fee is paid separately), where the detailed history of the archaeological site "Denisova Cave", the culture of the Russian (Old Believers) and Altai peoples is presented.

    Transfer Soloneshnoye – Topolnoye (25 km).

    Accommodation in the maralnik.

    Supper. 

    The Altai maral is a timid, cautious, majestic animal from the deer family.

    Antlers – the uncosted horns of a maral – are a complex of substances created by nature itself with a huge biostimulating force. 

    One of the most effective methods of pantotherapy is antler baths – this is a wellness procedure using an aqueous extract from boiled maral horns.

    The use of antler baths, as well as products of antler maral breeding, increases the energy of the body, improves blood flow, promotes tissue regeneration, especially effectively accelerates the recovery of muscle tissue after its damage as a result of physical exertion, and also slows down the aging process of the body.

    The positive effect is observed no earlier than 4-6 baths (the cost of taking a bath is paid separately).

    Accommodation: maralnik Iskra (facilities on the floor), Lesnaya Skazka (facilities on the floor) in Soloneshensky district.

    On foot – 3 km, by car – 365 km.

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  • Day 2 - Denisova cave, Karakol, Chuisky tract
  • Day 3 - Kyzyl-Chin and Geyser Lake
  • Day 4 - Karakol Nature Park "Uch-Enmek"
  • Day 5 - The beginning of the alloy
  • Day 6 - Biysk – Barnaul. Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    5 nights
Comfort
  • Basic

The tour includes accommodation:

  • Maralnik Iskra (facilities on the floor),Lesnaya Skazka (facilities on the floor) in Soloneshensky district.
  • Uch-Enmek tourist complex (facilities on the floor) in Ongudai district.
  • A tent camp on the banks of the Katuni river.
  • Yurt camping "Altai Nomad", VK "Manzherok", "Altai-rest", "Solnechnaya" in the area of Nizhny Katun.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the date of arrival, RUB.:

June 18, June 25, July 0254 444
July 09, July 1658 888
July 23, July 30, August 06, August 13,64 444
August 20, August 27, September 0349 999

The surcharge for single occupancy is 12,000 rubles.

No check-in is provided.

Accommodation with separate beds is not guaranteed. Triple accommodation is subject to agreement.

Tourist complex/tent camp/camping 5 nights

Accommodation along the route.

Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
14 years old
Duration
6 days 5 nights
Group meets at
Barnaul

Included in price

  • travel from Barnaul by comfortable bus;
  • 2-3-bed accommodation in tourist complexes and hotels: standard rooms with amenities (shower, WC), in the highlands – facilities on the floor;
  • meals – breakfast and dinner;
  • accommodation in a tent during rafting;
  • lunch during rafting – in the field;
  • equipment rental (non-woven wetsuit, life jacket, protective helmet, splash-proof jacket, tent, sleeping bag, mat);
  • guided tours according to the program;
  • insurance;
  • guide services.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Barnaul and back;
  • transport Gorno-Altaisk – Belokurikha airport (from 5000 rubles per car);
  • entrance tickets to museums – 150-400 rubles/person.;
  • the recreational fee is 100 rubles/person.;
  • a visit to the bathhouse – from 1000 rubles/hour;
  • additional meals – lunches;
  • additional excursions – from 500 rubles/person.;
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • waterproof jacket;
  • windbreaker or raincoat;
  • two trousers – tight and light;
  • a thick fleece jacket or a warm wool sweater;
  • a light sweater or sweater;
  • shorts;
  • cotton T-shirts;
  • headdress;
  • sunglasses and cream;
  • thermal underwear;
  • hiking shoes –hiking boots or sneakers made of dense material;
  • lightweight shoes – sneakers, sneakers or sandals;
  • alloy shoes – lightweight sneakers or neoprene slippers;
  • socks;
  • swimming trunks or a swimsuit;
  • slippers for the bath and at home;
  • personal hygiene products and a first aid kit;
  • when visiting active monasteries and temples, women are not recommended to enter the territory in trousers or shorts without a headdress;
  • documents (pension certificates and other documents confirming your benefits).
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Dates and Prices

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    17 – 22 Jun, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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    24 – 29 Jun, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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    1 – 6 Jul, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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    8 – 13 Jul, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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    15 – 20 Jul, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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