To the Alla Askyr Lake

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Lake Alla-Askyr is one of the most beautiful, mysterious and picturesque wonders of the Altai Mountains! Our way will pass through the picturesque valleys of Kuyguk and Akchan, and returning, we will admire Lake Kyrgyz, located on a high-altitude plateau. The pristine Altai nature, fresh mountain air, new friends and an indescribable sense of freedom are waiting for you. Active crossings and panoramic views from the passes will leave unforgettable impressions, and the exciting panoramas of the Katun ridge and the clear blue waters of Lake Alla-Askyr will forever remain in your heart!

Location

Novosibirsk, Barnaul

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Tour highlights

An indescribable feeling of freedom

Swimming in crystal clear mountain lakes, evenings around the campfire, new friends and new landscapes every day

Fabulous panoramas of Altai

We will admire the snowy mountains of Altai and breathe the purest mountain air

Turquoise Lake Valleys

Lakes of the Akchan Valley, the Yeshtu Valley with 30 mountain lakes, the famous Kuyguk Lake and many others

Itinerary

Day 1 - The beginning of the path
Departure from Novosibirsk/Barnaul in the village of Ust-Koksa.
Departure from Novosibirsk at 20:00.
The place of departure is 64 Shamshin Family Street.
Departure from Barnaul at 23:50 (local time, Moscow time +4).
Length: by car – 875 km from Novosibirsk / 640 km from Barnaul.
Food: on the road at your own expense.
Day 2 - Ust-Koksa
Arrival at the tourist complex in Ust-Koksa village.

Ust-Koksa is a picturesque village located in the Uymon Valley on the banks of the Koksa River.

If desired, you can visit the confluence of two rivers –Cokes and Katunis.

Lunch.

Safety instructions, getting equipment.

Dating night.

Feeding: breakfast is on the road at your own expense, lunch and dinner are at the base.
Habitation: camping.
Day 3 - Kuyguk Valley
Breakfast.

Transfer to the village of Maralnik.

Transfer to the Kuyguk Valley.

The path passes through coniferous forests and verdant alpine meadows.

Kuyguk Valley – "Singing Gorge" is a very picturesque and cozy valley with many small waterfalls.

The crown of our day is one of the most beautiful and full-flowing waterfallsAltai with a height of 25 m and the beautiful milky turquoise lake Kuyguk!

Overnight at the waterfall parking lot.

Length: on foot + pack horses – 14 km.
Meals: breakfast is at the base, lunch and dinner are in the camp kitchen.
Accommodation: overnight in tents.
Day 4 - Kuyguk Pass
Today we have to overcome the Kuyguk pass (1A, 2500 m), which offers a beautiful view: the turquoise Achan lakes and the sacred Kolban mountain!

On the way to the pass, waterfalls, snowfields, huge glades of blue aquilegia and Alpine poppies, and a family of marmots are waiting for you!

Overnight in the Akchan valley.

Length: walking distance is 8 km.
Food: breakfast, lunch and dinner – camp kitchen.
Accommodation: overnight in tents.
Day 5 - Spare day
A spare day in case of bad weather.

If the weather is good, we will use this day for additional walks on the Alla Askyr Lake.

If it is bad, we will have a simple walk to Lake Akchan with a visit to beautiful waterfalls.

Length: walking distance is 4 km.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner – camp kitchen.
Accommodation: overnight in tents.
Day 6 - The pass is harsh
Early ascent and storming of the Harsh pass (1B, 2760 m).

Ascent to the pass saddle along the rope railing.

The pass offers stunning panoramic views of the Yeshtu valley with its eighteen lakes against the backdrop of the Katun ridge!

Belukha, the highest mountain in Altai, can be seen on the eastern horizon.

Descent into the Yeshtu valley to the Alla-Askyr lake.

Overnight on the shore of Lake Alla Askyr.

Length: on foot – 1 km.
Food: breakfast, lunch and dinner – camp kitchen.
Accommodation: overnight in tents.
Day 7 - Lake Alla-Askyr
A day of rest at the Alla-Askyr lake.

Relaxation, socializing, photography, swimming in the lake.

Let's go up to the low panoramic rampart behind the lake.

The easiest day of our hike.

Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner – camp kitchen.
Accommodation: overnight in tents.
Day 8 - Kyrgyz Lake
Crossing to Lake Kyrgyz.

On this day we have to pass an unnamed pass (2,863 m).

The pass offers a beautiful view of the picturesque Sarybel Valley, the valleys of the Yeshtu and Kyrgyz rivers. In total, about 35 lakes of different colors and sizes can be seen from the pass!

In the background to the South and East is the huge Katun Ridge.

In the distance to the north, you can see the Uimon Valley.

Overnight in a cozy parking lot on the shore of Lake Kyrgyz.

Length: on foot – 9 km.
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner are camp kitchens.
Accommodation: overnight in tents.
Day 9 - Akchan River
Descent to the valley of the Akchan river.

As we descend, we will move from the zone of alpine meadows to the zone of coniferous forest.

On the way, we will inspect the "stone castles" – amazingly folded stones of bizarre shape.

The ford of the Akchan River.

Overnight in a clearing in the middle reaches of the Akchan River.

Bonfire, comfort, good mood.

Length: on foot + pack horses – 10 km.
Food: breakfast, lunch and dinner – camp kitchen.
Accommodation: overnight in tents.
Day 10 - Equestrian Pass
Return to the village of Multa-Maralnik.

On the last day of the active part of our trip, we will pass the simple Equestrian pass.

If we're lucky, we'll see a herd of semi-wild horses.

Farewell photo of the Katun ridge and descent along the Black River in the village of Multa-Maralnik.

Transfer to the tourist complex in Ust-Koksa village.

Bathhouse.

Farewell party at the base.

Length: on foot + pack horses – 14 km.
Food: breakfast and lunch are in the camp kitchen, dinner is at the base.
Accommodation: camping.
Day 11 - Departure
Breakfast.

Delivery of equipment.

Free time: walking, buying souvenirs and Altai honey.

Lunch.

In the afternoon, departure to Barnaul/Novosibirsk.

Length: by car – 640 km to Barnaul / 875 km to Novosibirsk.
Food: breakfast and lunch are at the base, dinner is on the road at your own expense.
Day 12 - End of the program
Arrival in Barnaul/Novosibirsk.
Approximate arrival in Barnaul at 6:30, in Novosibirsk at 09:00 (local time, Moscow time +4).

Difficulty

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health

Accommodation

Tent

9 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour provides accommodation on the camping site in the village. Ust-Koksa before and after the hike (overnight in tents), as well as overnight stays in 4-person tourist tents on the active part of the route.

On the camping site in the village. Ust-Koksa before and after the hike (overnight in tents), as well as overnight stays in 4-person tourist tents on the active part of the route.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 17 tourists

Minimum age

12 years old

Duration

12 days 11 nights

Group meets at

Novosibirsk, Barnaul

Included in price

camping equipment (tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, mats, campfire equipment, awning, first aid kit, etc.);
meals on the route and at the tourist complex;
accommodation at the tourist complex in Ust-Koksa village before and after the hike;
instructor-guide services;
packhorses for transporting food, tents and public equipment wherever possible;
transfer on the route, 86 km (Ust-Koksa – Multa – Maralnik – Multa – Ust-Koksa);
insurance with the possibility of evacuation by helicopter in case of an emergency;
first aid kit;
recreational fees.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Novosibirsk/Barnaul and back;
transport delivery Novosibirsk – Ust-Koksa – Novosibirsk – 8,900 rubles.;
transport delivery Barnaul – Ust-Koksa – Barnaul – 8,700 rubles.;
meals during transport delivery from Novosibirsk/Barnaul and back;
sauna at the tourist complex in Ust-Koksa.

It's important to know

Documents – passport, medical policy.
The money is for additional expenses (meals on the road, a sauna, souvenirs, etc.).
Clothes:
- Warm clothes: a jacket or down jacket, warm trousers (for example, with fleece lining), a warm sweater (made of wool or fleece), warm socks, gloves, a hat.
- Raincoat or waterproof storm jacket. A fabric raincoat with taped seams or a membrane jacket will do. If you decide to take an inexpensive, oilcloth raincoat, take several pieces at once (with a margin).
- Waterproof/windproof pants. Fabric trousers with taped seams from the "jacket/pants" kits, which are sold in hunting, fishing, tourism stores, or membrane trousers, will be suitable.
- The main set of clothes: lightweight sweatpants for transitions, several T-shirts, underwear, several pairs of socks, a sun hat.
- Sleepwear: a set of thermal underwear or a thin knitted set (T-shirt with sleeves and tights). A separate pair of warm socks.
Shoes:
- Trekking boots (you can wear well-worn "boots" or other high boots with a solid sole).
- Sneakers or sneakers.
- Slates.
Personal first aid kit:
- Medicines for specific diseases.
- Elastic bandage.
- Adhesive plaster (plain, white, 3-4 cm wide).
- A sterile bandage.
- Cold remedies.
- Activated carbon.
Miscellaneous:
- Personal hygiene items.
- A personal set of dishes (mug, spoon, bowl).
- Knife.
- Matches.
- Lantern.
- Dark glasses.
- Sunscreen.
- The "sidushka" from karimat.
Optional:
- Own sleeping bag. (the comfort temperature is not higher than -5).
- Own backpack. (with a volume of at least 80 liters).
- My own tent.

Dates and Prices

$556

12 – 23 Jul, 2025 12 days 11 nights

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