Sports and recreation tent camp

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We invite you to spend a wonderful vacation in the Altai Mountains in a tent camp in the Uymon valley. A special feature of the program are daily hiking trips, different in level of difficulty and duration, but they are all carried out light – without backpacks!

Location

Gorno-Altaysk

Hiking tours

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Tour highlights

Healing properties of herbs of the Altai Mountains

We will meet with the herbalist at the tea ceremony, taste the most fragrant herbal teas with alpine honey

The culture of the Old Believers

Let's touch the culture of the Old Believers and get acquainted with the heritage of the Roerich family in Upper Uymon

High-altitude lake Kuyguk

Let's relax and chat with nature on the shore of a beautiful lake, admire the waterfall of the same name

The Multin Lakes

We will climb up to the Multin lakes, admire the mirrored surface reflecting the clouds floating in the blue sky and the peaks of the nearest mountains

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in the village of Ust-Koksa
Departure to the village of Ust-Koksa.
Departure from Gorno-Altaysk (airport) at 11:00 (transfer is charged separately).
The bus from Gorno-Altaisk arrives in Ust-Koksa at 17:00.
The road passes along the famous Chui tract among the rocky ridges of the Altai Mountains, then along the Kansk steppe to the Uymon Valley.
Gathering of the group in the village of Ust-Koksa.
Placement.
The briefing.
A walk to the confluence of the Koksa and Katun.
Supper.
Length: 375 km from Gorno-Altaysk; on foot – 3 km
Meals included: dinner at the cafe. Meals on the road are at your own expense.

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Day 2 - Walking tour to the Bashtalinsky lake
Transfer to the UAZ to the village of Bashtala, to the Bashtala plateau.
On the way, stop at Cedar Glade, which offers stunning views of the beautiful Beluga Whale.
Belukha is the highest peak in Siberia, consisting of the Western (4440m) and Eastern Belukha (4506m) separated by a saddle.
Glaciers on its slopes, with a total area of 70 square kilometers, give rise to the sources of the amazingly beautiful and largest river in the Altai Mountains – Katun.
In 1995, by decision of the Government of the Altai Republic, the Belukha Nature Park was established, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
According to one of the Asian legends, Mount Belukha is the future Northern Shambhala.
This place is associated with the name of Nicholas Roerich and annually attracts hundreds of admirers of the teachings of the great artist, philosopher and scientist.
Next, climb to a high-altitude plateau (2,400 m), from where you can enjoy an amazing view of the lake, comfortably located in a mountain basin, somewhat resembling the crater of an ancient volcano.
Length: by car – 16 km, on foot – 12 km.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner at the cafe, lunch picnic.
Day 3 - Meeting with the herbalist and the Museum of gems
A meeting with an herbalist, a fascinating story about the healing properties of herbs of the Altai Mountains and, at the end, a tea ceremony with tasting of the most fragrant herbal teas with alpine honey.
After the tour, visit the museum of gems in the village of Verkhny Uymon.
Length: by car – 16 km, on foot – 2 km.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner at the cafe, lunch picnic.

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Day 4 - Excursion to Krasnaya Mountain
Excursion to Krasnaya Mountain (on UAZ or GAZ-66).
Spectacular views of the mountains, alpine meadows, 3 mountain lakes – lower, middle and upper.
The lower and middle lakes are connected by a beautiful waterfall.
Picnic on the lower lake.
Length: on foot – 7 km, by car – 100 km.
Meals: breakfast and dinner at the cafe, lunch picnic.
Day 5 - Ascent along the Multa river to the mountain lakes
Transfer to the Lower Multinsky Lake by high-traffic car.
Access to the lake, located at an altitude of 1710 meters.
The mirrored surface of the lake, 2,370 meters long and up to 900 meters wide, reflects clouds floating in the blue sky and the peaks of the nearest mountains in calm weather.
Grayling is found in the lake.
After lunch, an excursion to the Middle Multinsky Lake.
Length: by car – 44 km, 13 km off–road, on foot - 3 km.
Meals: breakfast in the cafe, lunch and dinner – camp kitchen.

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Day 6 - Radial access to the high-altitude lake Kuyguk
The group may split up today.
Those who wish can relax and communicate with nature on the shore of the lake, while those who want vivid impressions will make a radial exit to Lake Kuykuk.
There is a waterfall of the same name next to the lake (the height of the fall is 25 m).
Return to the Multin lakes and transfer to the base in Ust-Koksa village.
Supper.
Rest.
Length: on foot – 16 km, GAS-66 – 57 km.
Meals: breakfast, lunch – camp kitchen, dinner – in a cafe.

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Day 7 - S. Upper Uymon
Breakfast.
Equipment delivery in the morning.
Excursion to the village of Verkhny Uymon, one of the oldest villages in the Ust-Koksinsky district.
The village was founded by Old Believers about 300 years ago.
There are two museums in the village: the N.K. Roerich Museum of Local Lore and the Museum of Old Believers.
Lunch.
Departure to Gorno-Altaysk at 15:00 (transfer is charged separately)
Arrival in Gorno-Altaysk at 21:00.
Hotel accommodation (on your own, not included in the price)
Recommended hotels: "Beloved" (S. Maima), "Igman" (Gorno-Altaysk). Transfer to the airport on your own.
Taxi Maxim +7 (38822) 2-44-44 (Estimated cost 200 rubles)
Length: by car – 24 km + 375 km.
Meals: breakfast– lunch in a cafe. Dinner is on the way at your own expense.

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

Physical fitness: minimal

Accommodation

Tent

7 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour provides accommodation in the village. Ust-Koksa at the Altair Eco-Tourist Complex (5 nights) in a tent city, as well as overnight stays in tourist tents on the Multin Lakes (2 nights).

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the type of accommodation, RUB / person:

Type of placement	Cost
2,3-person tents	46 200

1 day – 6,600 rubles/person.

On request, it is possible to stay in hotels in Ust-Koksa village for an additional fee. Check the availability of seats with the manager.

It is located in one of the most beautiful places in Altai, the village of Ust-Koksa, in a clearing between two mountain ranges. It is a green area surrounded by a birch forest. Literally 100 m away flows the most beautiful river of Altai – Katun. In the center of the village there are cafes, shops, post office, telegraph, long-distance telephone, cash desks for accepting payments for mobile communications.

The most comfortable conditions have been created on the territory of the camp: a summer cafe with a real Russian stove, well-equipped toilets and washbasins, showers, a campfire place for evening gatherings, a sauna for 10-12 people, a gazebo, free Wi-Fi.

2,3-person tents – 2-person tents, travel mats, sleeping bags, sleeping bags inserts.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 20 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Gorno-Altaysk

Included in price

3 meals a day (except meals on the road);
program maintenance;
guide services;
group and individual camping equipment: tents, sleeping bags, mats, backpacks, campfire equipment + awning, first aid kit;
accommodation on the territory of the tent camp;
shower on the territory of the t/c;
excursion to the village of Verkhny Uymon (7th day);
entrance tickets to the Museum of Old Believers and the Roerich Family Museum;
all transfers according to the program;
casting and descent to the Lower Multinskoye lake on GAZ-66.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Gorno-Altaysk and back;
meals on the way to Ust-Koksa;
medical insurance;
bathhouse;
washing (1 bookmark – 400 rubles);
transport delivery to Ust-Koksa:
- Gorno-Altaysk – Ust-Koksa – Gorno-Altaysk – 7,000 rubles/person.;
additional activities and entertainment:
- horse riding;
- rafting on Katun or Coke;
- Apidomik (a unique wellness treatment – sleep on bees);
- massage;
- bath 2000 rubles/hour (capacity 5 people), sheets for 5 people included. (brooms, steam room services for an additional fee);
- washing clothes (1 bookmark 500 rubles).

It's important to know

Trekking shoes for movement – 1 pair (worn light or medium trekking boots or sneakers);
Replaceable lightweight shoes for camping and crossing rivers into a ford – 1 pair ("crocs" or light sandals; flip-flops without fastening in the heel area are NOT recommended);
Lightweight trekking pants, made of synthetics – 1 pair;
T–shirt for movement, running - 2 pieces (at least 1 with long and 1 with short sleeves, made of moisture-wicking, quick-drying synthetics; shirts, cotton T-shirts are NOT recommended);
Fleece jacket for movement – 1 piece (fleece weight from light to medium)
A warm sweater for camp or long halts – 1 piece (or a down jacket with natural or synthetic insulation; alternatively, a second thick fleece; knitted wool and fur items are NOT recommended);
jacket (windbreaker, rain membrane) in June, late August down jacket;
Raincoat (if there is a waterproof jacket, then it is not needed; a disposable plastic one is NOT recommended);
Warm synthetic hat – 1 piece;
Synthetic gloves, running gloves – 1 pair;
Trekking socks for movement – 2-3 pairs;
Warm Sleep Socks – 1 pair;
Sports underwear for movement – 2 sets;
A set of underwear for sleeping (thermal underwear, or a regular T-shirt and long johns);
Sunglasses with UV protection factor UV400;
Sunscreen for face and hands with protection factor SPF 50;
Headdress for movement – (hat, cap; bandana as an option) 1 piece;
KLMN – mug, spoon, bowl, knife – (plastic, aluminum, stainless steel or titanium; porcelain, glass is NOT recommended);
Water container (flask/bottle, plastic or metal, 0.5-0.7l ; hydrator is NOT recommended) – 2 bottles;
The seat (podpopnik);
Personal hygiene products (toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, a small bottle of shampoo or liquid soap for 1-2 applications, a small towel; deodorants, perfumes, cosmetics and excessive amounts of washing and skin care products are NOT recommended);
Roll Band-aid (to seal up your calluses);
Individual medicines (in small quantities);
The flashlight is lightweight;
The backpack is lightweight for 20-30 liters for radial exits;
Boots made of Evo material (for camp/wet weather).

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