Through three reserves of the Urals. Sightseeing tour

The bus journey takes you through mountainous terrain, through three reserves of the Southern Urals. Recreation attracts with the exoticism of sparsely populated places. High mountains and cliffs, coniferous forests delight the eye, fill the soul with delight.

You will get acquainted with the history of the ancient Russian village of Kaga, enjoy the panoramas of the Southern Urals on the observation tower of the Bashkir State Reserve and explore Kapova Cave.

Location

Russia, Republic of Bashkortostan, Ufa
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$294
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Duration
3 Days
2 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 27 – 29 December
    • Dates for next season
    • 10 – 12 January, 2025
    • 17 – 19 January, 2025
    • 24 – 26 January, 2025
    • 31 January – 2 February, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • or
    Camp Site, Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 20 people
Minimum age
8 years old
Group meet at
Russia, Republic of Bashkortostan, Ufa
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The beauty of the winter nature of the Southern Urals
Let's admire the panoramic views on the observation tower of the Bashkir State Reserve
Secrets of protected areas
We will visit the unique natural and historical monuments of the Southern Urals and get acquainted with their secrets
"Over a cup of tea..."
You will enjoy a tasting of Bashkir honey, herbal tea and balms of local production

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Check-in. The history of S. Kaga. Modeling of dumplings

    Group meeting:

    10:00 local time (difference from Moscow time + 2 hours) in Ufa, the central entrance of the UFA Department Store (October Avenue, 31). 

    Group transfer to Kaga village (300 km). Estimated time of arrival: 14.00. Accommodation in a mountainous Russian village at the tourist base "Tengri" ("comfort").

    Accommodation in 2-bed rooms in domed houses made of energy-saving material based on modular prefabricated structures (1-bed accommodation is possible for an additional fee).

    Lunch.

    Excursion "The history of the village of Kaga and the Ural ironworks".

    Kaga is one of the most distinctive villages in Bashkiria, located between two rivers — the wise White and the playful Kaga. 

    The village was founded in the first half of the 18th century, in the southern part of the Ural Mountains and for several centuries has experienced a rich and interesting history: the construction of an ironworks of the Demidov dynasty and at the same time the rapid development of the village, the ordeal of fire and famine after a fire, miraculous healing from typhus, etc. 

    We will tell you how the villagers managed to preserve their flavor, hear their dialect, learn about holidays and customs that are celebrated only here.

    "Modeling of Ural dumplings": the evening will be held in a friendly family atmosphere with unhurried conversations and modeling of dumplings from high-quality village products.

    "Over a cup of tea..." - tasting Bashkir honey, herbal tea and balms of local production.

    Supper.
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  • Day 2 - Visit to the museum and demonstration complex of the Shulgan-Tash Nature Reserve
  • Day 3 - Bashkir State Nature Reserve. Completion of the tour
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • or
    Camp Site, Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale

The tour provides accommodation at the campsite.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 5,000 rubles.

Tengri Campsite or Hotel in Starosubkhangulovo village 2 nights
Tengri Campsite

The Tengri camp site is a tourist complex in which buildings built at the end of the 19th century (the estate of the mining hospital) and modern domed houses harmoniously coexist. On the territory there is a detached kitchen-dining room, a camp site administrator's house, baths, guest houses, a parking place for vehicles;

Check-out time: 12:00. In case of availability of seats/rooms, early check-in/ late check-out is possible without additional charges.

Accommodation in 2-bed rooms in domed houses made of energy-saving material based on modular prefabricated structures (1-bed accommodation is possible for an additional fee).
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Another option
Hotel in Starosubkhangulovo village
A hotel in the village of Starosubkhangulovo. 
2-bed standard room with amenities. 
Single room accommodation is possible (for an additional fee).
For an additional fee, you can visit the pool in the Ural FOK (4 lanes 25 m long, 2.4 m wide, 1.8 - 2.2 m deep; children's pool - 8 m long, 4 m wide, 1.2 m deep) or play billiards.

Tour conditions

Group
up to 20 tourists
Minimum age
8 years old
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Republic of Bashkortostan, Ufa

Included in price

  • transportation services along the route (vehicles depending on the size of the group);
  • accommodation at the campsite (2-3 bed room);
  • meals (according to the program);
  • the work of the maintainer (coordinator);
  • excursion program (according to the program: services of guides or guides, entrance tickets);
  • vehicle entry passes to recreational areas;
  • eco-fees;
  • accident insurance in the amount of 50,000 rubles..

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Ufa and back;
  • individual transfers;
  • self-catering;
  • additional services in hotels;
  • alcoholic beverages;
  • luggage tray;
  • additional excursions (including activities, baths);
  • entrance and parking of the car on the territory of the campsite;
  • rent at the tourist base: valenki, hiking skis, snowmobiles "Polaris" with equipment;
  • souvenirs.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • backpack/bag;
  • a warm headdress covering the ears (possibly a "cotton balaclava" covering the forehead, nose and mouth from wind and frost);
  • scarf;
  • waterproof mittens (or 2 pairs per shift);
  • 2-3 pairs of wool socks;
  • comfortable warm outerwear that does not restrict movement; warm tracksuit;
  • wool tights;
  • replacement set of thermal underwear;
  • swimsuit / swimming trunks (baths are different!);
  • personal hygiene items (washbasin, comb, travel towel, toilet paper),
  • personal first aid kit;
  • flashlight;
  • photo/video equipment (in a waterproof case);
  • pay attention to the choice of shoes: warm and allowing you to move along winter forest trails (excursions to natural sites);
  • it is necessary to have personal documents with you, as well as a compulsory medical insurance policy.
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Dates and Prices

  • $294
    27 – 29 Dec 3 days 2 nights
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  • $294
    10 – 12 Jan, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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  • $294
    17 – 19 Jan, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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  • $294
    24 – 26 Jan, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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  • $294
    31 Jan – 2 Feb, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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