Trekking to Altai. The Multin Lakes. 8 days

Altai nature knows how to create lakes that are very different from each other. 

And today you will see it! 

All-terrain vehicles will take us to the Red Mountain that day.

The mountain is rich in manganese and iron, which is why it got its name. 

The mountain is also rich in lakes, and today we will see three local reservoirs. 

In the Cartoon, we saw lakes surrounded by dense forests. 

Here, the landscape will be completely different! 

Around the second and third lakes there will be Altai meadows, low grass and colorful flowers.

Two lakes lie each in its own square, a deep depression in the landscape of the mountains. 

The lakes are beautiful, emerald, and they are connected by a small stream with a waterfall. 

The active part of the Altai tour: travel by GAZ-66 (about 3 hours one way). 

5.5 km on foot, altitude difference 1910-2350 m, trekking duration 4-5 hours.

Today we will take a break from long journeys and go to the neighboring Filaretka mountain. 

A long time ago, the hermit Filaret lived in these places, after whom the mountain is named. 

This place is secluded, comfortable for the soul.

A climb to the top awaits us. 

Yes, there will be a noticeable height difference here and you will have to go up all the time! 

But you know that we're going uphill for a reason! 

Firstly, there will be a delicious lunch at the end of the route. 

And secondly, we will enjoy stunning views of the green Uimon valley.

We will see the Katunsky, Terektinsky ranges and the valley of the Multa River. 

The active part of the Altai tour: 7.8 km on foot, elevation difference 950-1640 m, trekking duration 6-7 hours.

In the morning, mountain transport will take us higher into the mountains, to the Lower Multinsky Lake. 

Check-in at the tourist complex from 13:00. 

Civilization, hustle, shops and noisy roads are far behind us.

In the coming days, we will enjoy enjoying the unspoiled beauty of the Altai mountains and lakes.

After arrival, we immediately go for a walk! 

We go out to the shore of the lower Multinskoye lake – and it immediately takes your breath away! 

The reservoir is huge, snow–capped mountains are visible in the distance, and endless cedar forests are around as far as the eye can see! 

We will walk along the forest path along the lower lake and come out to the middle Multinsky lake. 

Between the lakes, nature has created a picturesque rolling of water among huge stones – Noises.

Let's take a picture of this unusual place and set off on our way back. 

Active part: 11.2 km, elevation difference 1630-1650 m, duration 3-4 hours.

The valley of the Kuyguk River will delight us not only with its magnificent emerald lake, but also with its spectacular waterfall! 

The rivers of Altai are very stormy and full-flowing. 

That is why stunning waterfalls are born here. 

The height of our waterfall is about 30 meters, and standing next to it, you can fully feel the power of the water.

Rising above the waterfall, we will see the first, small pond. 

After walking a little more, we will find ourselves on the shore of Lake Kuyguk.

As soon as you approach its shore, your breath stops! 

In front of you is a huge, emerald lake, which is guarded by snowy mountains. 

There is silence all around, and occasionally birds soar.

It is at such moments that you want to stop time, sit and admire such beauty.

We'll have lunch and a big rest stop near the lake. 

Active part: 20.8 km, altitude difference 1630-2020 m, duration 7-8 hours.

There is a hike to the Transverse Lake ahead. 

We will cross 2 reservoirs by boat, then on foot.

The trail will take us through cedar forests and alpine meadows.

It's so unusual, but there are practically no climbs! 

For the entire track, we will gain only 300 m vertically. 

Along the way we will see a Transverse waterfall, and after it we will walk a little and the lake will open in front of us. 

No, it's not like that! 

An incredible lake will open! 

At this moment, you can't even check with your eyes! 

The valley is decorated with mountains with glaciers, at the foot of which there is a huge lake. 

On its shore in July, watersheds, mountaineers and such rare, fiery roasts bloom! 

Not a single photo will convey this amazing beauty!

In this place, you will finally and irrevocably fall in love with Altai.

The active part of the Altai tour: 21.2 km, elevation difference of 1630-1890 m, trekking duration of 9-10 hours.

Let's go take a bird's-eye view of our lakes!

From here we can see the Lower and Middle Multin Lakes, the valley of the Krepkaya River and neighboring valleys. 

In addition, we will take a look over the ridge, beyond which opens another endless valley of Altai! 

Interestingly, in this valley, the green backs of the mountain ranges are overgrown with dark cedars and look like the ridges of huge dinosaurs! 

Very unusual.

The observation mountain is a unique point. 

You climb higher and higher, and the Altai Mountains seem to rise in front of you!

It's definitely worth going here.

In the evening, transfer to the base in the village of Zamulta. 

The active part of the Altai tour: 10.4 km, altitude difference 1630-2320 m, trekking duration 6-7 hours.

Today we are going to have a long trip to Gorno-Altaysk. 

On the way, we will make a stop at the Seminsky pass and take a walk through the souvenir market. 

The Altai market will delight with delicious honey, teas, wooden magnets and delicious jam.

18:00-19:00 Arrival in Gorno-Altaysk.