Reboot on Arkhyz with Chigordali waterfall. Trekking Tour 2.0

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7-day trekking in the mountains for true nature lovers.

We will visit the most beautiful places of Arkhyz: Chigordali waterfall, Romantic trail and Dukka lakes. Let's try local drinks and products.: cheeses, herbs, vegetables and lemonades outdoors with mountain views.

Location

G. Mineralnye Vody

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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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Tour highlights

Picnic with mountain view

We are waiting for a Caucasian dinner with kebabs and homemade wine, prepared by the organizer

Bath pleasure

After a busy day in the mountains, we will relax in a cozy wood-burning sauna

Rest of body and soul

Let's soak up in pools of different temperatures with water rich in various mineral compounds

Mountain top climbing

Let's take a simple route up, from where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the whole village.

A comfortable start

A scenic route through the protected valley of the Kizgych River is perfect for acclimatization.

Hike to the lake

We are waiting for a beautiful lake in blooming meadows at an altitude of 2964 m.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Mineralnye Vody — Arkhyz
Meeting at the airport and at the Mineralnye Vody railway station until 13:00.
Transfer to Arkhyz, arrival at 18:00.
Accommodation at the hotel.
Dinner at 19:00, meeting with the team.
Free time and rest.

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Day 2 - Chigordali Waterfall Hike
Breakfast at 08:00.
A scenic route through the protected valley of the Kizgych River is perfect for acclimatization.
The walking route is 14 km long.;
height difference 400 m;
The hike time is 5 hours.
Lunch on the route.
After the hike, we will have a Caucasian dinner with kebabs and homemade wine prepared by the organizer.
Drinks and locally produced products: cheeses, herbs, vegetables, lemonades.
Outdoor dining with mountain view.
The route can be replaced with an equivalent one.

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Day 3 - Hiking along the Alan trail
Breakfast at 8:00.
The route starts from the lower station of the Milky Way cable car.
We will admire the landscapes of the wild nature and the panoramas of the mountain peaks.
length of 10 km;
height difference 700 m;
The passage time is 8 hours.
Lunch at the waterfalls.
The return trip takes place along the Alan trail.
Arrival at the hotel at 18:00.
Dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m., followed by a wood-burning sauna.

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Day 4 - Malaya Dukka River Valley
Breakfast at 08:00.
Three large and beautiful lakes in the valley of the Malaya Dukka River.
Walking part of the route:
length 11 km;
The height difference is 600 m;
route time is 7 hours;
the height of the waterfalls is up to 10 m.
Lunch on the route.
Arrival at the hotel at 18:00.
Dinner at 19:00.
Free time after dinner.

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Day 5 - A simple route to the mountain peak
Breakfast at 08:00.
A simple route to the mountain peak, which offers a beautiful view of the entire village.
Walking part of the route:
length of 5 km;
height difference of 200 m;
The route time is 3 hours.
Lunch on the route.
Arrival at the hotel at 14:00.
Free time.
Rafting, horseback riding, quad biking for an additional fee.
Dinner at 19:00.
Free time after dinner.

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Day 6 - Hike to the lake
Breakfast at 08:00.
A beautiful lake in blooming meadows at an altitude of 2964 m.
Walking part of the route:
length of 9 km;
height difference 500 m;
route time is 7h
Lunch on the route.
Arrival at the hotel at 18:00.
Dinner at 19:00.
Free time after dinner.
Day 7 - Thermal spring. Departure
Breakfast at 08:00.
Check-in rooms.
Check-out from the hotel at 09:00.
We'll visit on the way:
the uncreated Face of Christ;
local market;
The Pearl of the Caucasus thermal spring.
Arrival at the airport and Mineralnye Vody railway station at 17:00.

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Difficulty

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape

Tour organizer's comments

The tour of medium difficulty involves a fairly high physical activity: participants will have to overcome hiking trails ranging from 4 to 15 km along narrow and rocky trails.

Good physical fitness, sufficient endurance and healthy, strong joints are necessary for safe and comfortable passage of the route. There must be no medical contraindications (in particular, hypertension), the weight should not exceed 150 kg, and the age should be 70 years.

We move at a steady pace and make regular rest stops, but the tour is unlikely to be suitable for people who lead a passive lifestyle: if you rarely exercise and are not used to long walks, the load may be excessive. Please also note that the participation of children under 8 years of age in the tour is not recommended.

Accommodation

Guest House

4 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour includes accommodation in a guest house.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, in rubles:

The standard rate	2, 3-bed accommodation	Additional payment for 1-bed accommodation
Toastmaster Guest House	51 000	15 000

Comfort rate	2, 3-bed accommodation	Additional payment for 1-bed accommodation
Guest house "Mishki"	60 000	21 000

10% discount for children under 12 years old.

The option of moving in is possible. If there are tourists on tour dates who travel alone and do not mind moving in, then we can combine them (by agreement) and you will not have to pay extra. Both double and triple occupancy is possible. But we do not guarantee a move-in, it does not depend on us.

A possible placement option is indicated. It can be replaced with a similar option.

"Toastmaster"

Accommodation in the guest house "Tamada", at the address: Lenin St., 22G, village Arkhyz. The complex breakfast takes place on the territory of this hotel or in the nearest cafe.

Another option

Guest house "Mishki"

There are two-storey cottages on the territory of the guest house. Each house has a double bed/two separate beds, a sofa, a bathroom, a small kitchen area, a TV and a mini fridge.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 20 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Maximum weight of the tourist

150 kg

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

G. Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

hotel accommodation;
transfer within the tour;
environmental fees;
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner (Caucasian cuisine);
guide;
the excursion program;
medical insurance;
wood-fired sauna for 2 hours (one day, as agreed with the group).

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
Meals: breakfast, lunch on the first day; lunch, dinner on the last day of the tour;
ATVs — from 3,000 rubles/person.;
cable car — 3,600 rubles.;
horseback riding on request — from 1,500 rubles/person.;
entrance tickets to the Alan hillfort, an excursion to the observatory.

It's important to know

No special equipment is required, and there are no special clothing requirements.

Clothing should be athletic, comfortable, waterproof, and weather-appropriate. In the mountains, the weather is changeable and unpredictable. Special trekking shoes are not required. If there is one, then you can take it. If not, then you shouldn't buy it on purpose.

Athletic sneakers / boots will do, as long as the sole is not smooth and slippery.

Shoes should be worn, not new. At least 2 pairs are required. Trekking poles are also optional. The route is of medium difficulty and in fact sticks are not particularly needed. Some tourists use them, some go without sticks. If necessary, they are available at the box office.

You will also need: a swimsuit for thermal springs, flip-flops, a raincoat. You should not take a large backpack on a hike. Of the mandatory items that should be in a backpack, these are some personal hygiene items and a water bottle. If you are using it, you can take a thermos.

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28 Jun – 4 Jul 7 days 6 nights

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Reviews Leave a review

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Viktoria Bikova

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12 Mar, 2026

Organization of the tour: A+
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Denis

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18 Jun, 2025

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Everything was perfect. Thank you. I'd give the organization an A+
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Elena

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17 May, 2025

What sets the providers of this tour apart: comfortable transfers, excellent accommodations, a well-rounded and engaging itinerary, knowledgeable guides, and genuine attention to each guest. Being hosted here feels like visiting family in the Caucasus!

End of May	During the day, it averages from +10 to +18 degrees, at night it can drop to +8 degrees. You will need warm clothes, as there may still be snow on the peaks.
June	On average, the daytime temperature is between +15 and +20 degrees. Depending on the altitude, it may be warmer or cooler. At night, the temperature drops to about +5, +7. At the end of the month, the Alpine meadows begin to bloom.
July	During the day, it is usually quite hot, sometimes up to +30, but the average temperature is from +18 to +24 degrees. The sun is quite active in July, so you need to take sunscreen. It is noticeably cooler in the mountains at night, about +12...+14 degrees.
August	It is warm in August, but not as hot as in July. During the day, the average air temperature is +21...+23 degrees. It gets cooler at night, up to +8...+10
September	There are many sunny days in September, rarely when it is colder than +10, and warming to +18 degrees and above is often observed.
October	The daytime temperature in the first half of October ranges from +7 to +10. Often, the air warms up to + 15 and above. At night it often gets colder to +2 and 0 degrees. At the beginning of the month, the golden autumn period begins.