An unknown Digory. Backpacking in North Ossetia

5-day hiking and camping tour in the mountains of North Ossetia.

The majestic snow—capped peaks of Digoria, waterfalls and stormy mountain rivers that can be admired endlessly are a small part of what we will see in this area. We will take a short trip to the Galdoridon and Devil's Mill waterfalls, visit a clearing with a view of the majestic Taymazi mountain range and conquer Mount Kubus.

Location

Stavropol territory, Mineralnye Vody
$478
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Duration
5 days
4 nights
Departures
29 Jun - 3 Jul
Accommodation
  • Tent
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 20 tourists
Minimum age
10 years old
Group meet at
Stavropol territory, Mineralnye Vody
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Harmony with nature
We will meet bright sunrises and warm sunsets in the heart of the mountains
A break from the hustle and bustle of the city
We will feel the breath of the glacier, sit on the huge boulders that the river turns here in spring, and feel the power of the mountains.
The history of Alanya
We will visit the very heart of Digoria — we will visit the ancient stone town of Galiat, lost in the mountains.
Hiking
The culmination of our trip will be a radial exit to the Tanadon glacier.
Campfire gatherings
Let's relax by the campfire in the company of like-minded people
Ascent to Kubus
We will climb 10 km to Mount Kubus, which is considered sacred to all Digor people.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Alanya National Park. Bayradi Waterfall Walk

    08:00 Meeting at the airport of Mineralnye Vody.

    Transfer to Mineralnye Vody railway station, meeting at 08:30 (7 km).

    Transfer by registered bus to North Ossetia, Alania National Park (200 km, 4 hours).

    There is a stop for registration of passes on the way.

    Stops at the observation platforms at the Devil's Bridge and the Akhsinta Canyon, the Uastyrdzhi monument in the Digor Gorge.

    Accommodation in tents at the campsite.

    Lunch.

    Walk to Bayradi Waterfall.

    A walk to the Taimasi glade, a view of the three sisters waterfalls.

    Supper.

    1 more photo
  • Day 2 - Devil's Mill and Goldoridon Waterfalls Walk
  • Day 3 - Tanadon Gorge Walk to Tana Glacier
  • Day 4 - Walk through Taimasi glade, climb Kubus Mountain
  • Day 5 - The ancient city of Galiath. Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments

The program is designed for untrained tourists.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Tent
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic

The tour includes accommodation in tents.

The cost of the tour for 1 person is 35,000 rubles.

You can rent or rent your own tent.

Tent 4 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 20 tourists
Minimum age
10 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Stavropol territory, Mineralnye Vody

Included in price

  • transfer by registered bus along the route airport (railway station) of Mineralnye Vody — camping;
  • transfer by registered bus along the camping — Galiat — (railway station) airport of Mineralnye Vody;
  • delivery of groceries and necessary equipment;
  • camping accommodation in tents. Tents for 1, 2, 3 people by prior request;
  • nutrition:
    • hot breakfasts and dinners at the campsite (prepared by an instructor);
    • lunch-snacks during walks, according to the tour program;
  • tickets and passes to Alanya National Park;
  • walking tours accompanied by an instructor.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Mineralnye Vody and back;
  • rent of a sleeping bag, trekking poles;
  • meals not included in the tour program;
  • delivery of equipment and groceries to the gathering place of the group (for nonresident tourists).

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • backpack;
  • waterproof backpack cover; if there is a cover, and if there is no cover, all items in the backpack are packed in waterproof bags (trash, store bags, etc.), special attention is paid to a sleeping bag, warm clothes;
  • tourist mat;
  • sleeping bag in a compression bag; comfort temperature +5 or lower.(the first half of the overnight stays are high-altitude);
  • trekking boots (well worn, not uncomfortable);
  • overshoes; tourist (protecting feet from dirt and dew) optional;
  • replacement shoes (sneakers, sandals); replacement shoes, in addition to moving around the camp, must have a running function (flip-flops will not work). Special attention to those who have new shoes;
  • waterproof jacket;
  • (windbreaker) and raincoat (you can use plain plastic, but if very thin, then 2 pieces);
  • running trousers; special hiking or sports type (synthetic, quick-drying). For example, pure cotton jeans are not suitable, but leggings, leggings, sweatpants are possible.;
  • a running top for the mountains is preferably with a long sleeve (light shirt or T-shirt with long sleeves), in the forest it is possible with a short one. Synthetic quick-drying is better, or mixed fabrics.;
  • fleece jacket (polara);
  • a warm vest or down jacket; a light warm thing for evenings at +5 + 10, it is possible on a sintepon, etc.;
  • fleece hat (just not heavy);
  • thermal underwear;
  • fleece gloves;
  • light shorts or trousers for the second half of the hike, where it will be hot;
  • hat or baseball cap; any headdress is required;
  • 3 pairs of socks; not understated, no footprints! Running socks are either special for hiking or regular thick or terry.
  • 2-3 sets of linen (comfortable);
  • personal hygiene items in bottles designed for multiple applications;
  • KLMN (mug, spoon, bowl, knife); (not ceramic, not glass), (not a flat plate), usually plastic or metal bowls and mugs;
  • sunglasses (protection factor 2-3);
  • sun cream (30-50 units);
  • individual first—aid kit — your own medicines in case of exacerbation of your chronic diseases, who has new shoes - patches. Vitamin C;
  • trekking poles;
  • a plastic water bottle of 1-1.5 liters. You can use a regular one from under the mineral water. At the beginning of the route, everyone should have a bottle already filled with water.;
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Dates and Prices

  • $478
    29 Jun – 3 Jul 5 days 4 nights
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