The mysterious trails of the Terektinsky ridge

Poorly groomed and surrounded by countless mysteries and riddles, the Terektinsky ridge is considered one of the oldest on earth. The heart of the ridge is the multi–headed mountain Uch-Enmek, surrounded by a scattering of amazing beauty of lakes, which stretches its spurs for several kilometers, mysterious and unlike any other peak in Altai.

Location

Novosibirsk, Barnaul, Gorno-Altaysk, Ust-Koksa
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Duration
9 Days
8 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 15 – 23 July, 2025
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Accommodation
  • Tent
    8 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Group
Up to 15 people
Minimum age
12 years old
Group meet at
Novosibirsk, Barnaul, Gorno-Altaysk, Ust-Koksa
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Special energy of Altai
The special energy of these places is associated with the deep tectonic fault located here
The oldest ridge in the world
The Terektinsky ridge is the same age as the Earth from the moment when it began to cool down
Communication with Altai horses
We will be accompanied by pack horses to transport things

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Gathering of the group in Ust-Cox

    Departure from Novosibirsk at 20:00 on the eve of the start of the tour (July 15). The place of departure is ul. 65 Sovetskaya Street (local time, + 4 hours difference from Moscow). 

    Departure from Barnaul (Novoaltaysk) at 23:50 on the eve of the start of the tour (July 15). The place of departure is the restaurant and hotel complex "Oblepikha" (Altai Territory, Novoaltaysk city district, Novoaltaysk, Dorozhnaya str., 13). 

    Meals on the road are at your own expense.

    Departure from Gorno-Altaisk (airport) at 11:00 to Ust-Koksa (on the day of the start of the tour on July 16).

    Arrival of a bus from Novosibirsk to Ust-Koksa/Barnaul at 10:00.

    Lunch at the cafe.

    Arrival in Ust-Koksa by bus from Gorno-Altaysk at 17:00 (lunch on the way at your own expense).

    The transfer is not included in the price, it is paid additionally.

    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.

    Getting equipment.

    The briefing.

    Supper.

    Dating night.

    Food: lunch and dinner at the cafe.

  • Day 2 - Ascent to the upper reaches of the Bolshaya Terekta
  • Day 3 - Crossing to the foot of Ilgumen
  • Day 4 - Radial exit to the city of Ilgumen
  • Day 5 - The transition to the upper reaches of the river.
  • Day 6 - Transfer to the valley of the Chernaya Terekta River
  • Day 7 - Radial walk along the ridge
  • Day 8 - Return to Ust-Koksa
  • Day 9 - Excursion to the village of Verkhny Uymon. Departure
Difficulty
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Tour organizer's comments

you need good physical training

The length of the active part: By car (1832 / 1362) + on foot (106 km +12 km)

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Tent
    8 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Tent camp 8 nights

The tour provides accommodation in 2, 3-person tourist tents on the route.

Tour conditions

Group
up to 15 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Duration
9 days 8 nights
Group meets at
Novosibirsk, Barnaul, Gorno-Altaysk, Ust-Koksa

Included in price

  • 3 meals a day (except meals on the road);
  • program maintenance;
  • guide services;
  • camping equipment: tents, sleeping bags, mats, backpacks, campfire equipment, awning, first aid kit;
  • medical insurance and accident insurance on the active part of the route: MS-450000, SNC-50000;
  • medical insurance and accident insurance on the inactive part of the route: MS-300000, SNC-50000;
  • Ust-Koksa – Terekta – Ust-Koksa transfer;
  • horses for transporting food and public equipment (day 2-8 of the route);
  • excursion to the village of Verkhny Uymon (day 9);
  • entrance tickets to the museums of the Old Believers and the Roerich family;
  • recreational fees
  • accommodation in tents on the territory of the Altair tourist complex (1.8 days);
  • shower on ECO t\k "Altair";
  • storage of personal belongings at the t/c in Ust-Koksa village during the active part of the route.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Novosibirsk, Barnaul, Gorno-Altaysk and back;
  • meals on the road;
  • washing clothes on ECO t\k "Altair" – 400 rubles /1 bookmark;
  • transport delivery to Ust-Koksa:
    • Novosibirsk – Ust-Koksa – Novosibirsk – 9,200 rubles.;
    • Barnaul (Novoaltaysk) – Ust-Koksa – Barnaul (Novoaltaysk) – 8,800 rubles.;
    • Gorno-Altaysk – Ust-Koksa – Gorno-Altaysk – 6,000 rubles.;
  • the cost of transport delivery for children under 14 years old:
    • Gorno-Altaysk – Ust-Koksa – Gorno-Altaysk – 5,400 rubles.;
    • Barnaul (Novoaltaysk) – Ust-Koksa – Barnaul (Novoaltaysk) – 8,000 rubles.;
    • Novosibirsk – Ust-Koksa – Novosibirsk – 8,400 rubles.;

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • 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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  • $564
    15 – 23 Jul, 2025 9 days 8 nights
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