Dagestan is at its maximum in autumn. Everything is included

A 5-day pleasant acquaintance with picturesque Dagestan — magnificent views from the best observation decks and mysterious corners that few people have visited.

We expect to stay in barn houses - modern, comfortable and cozy houses with panoramic windows on the mountains, comfortable transport and guided tours, all entrance fees and activities, boating and jeeping, excursions and three meals a day.

Location

Republic of Dagestan, Karabudakhkent district, Makhachkala Airport (Uytash)
$606
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Duration
5 days
4 nights
Departures
8 - 12 Jun
10 - 14 Jun
12 - 16 Jun
15 - 19 Jun
17 - 21 Jun
19 - 23 Jun
22 - 26 Jun
24 - 28 Jun
Accommodation
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    Hotel, Camp Site
    3 nights
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
From 4 to 16 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Dagestan, Karabudakhkent district, Makhachkala Airport (Uytash)
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Boating
We'll get a boost of powerful energy while boating in the Sulak Canyon
Trekking to the ghost village
Let's go to Dagestan's Machu Picchu, one of the oldest villages with unique buildings in the rocks.
In the footsteps of the cinema
Let's run through the mini-desert, where the famous movie "White Sun of the Desert" was shot in 1968
Cozy evenings
In the evenings, there will be an opportunity to gather around a campfire in a specially equipped place and continue communication and acquaintance.
Gastronomic delight
The price includes full meals — the most delicious Caucasian dishes.
The ancient land of mountain towers
Dagestan has a real country of towers, we will definitely visit them and tell stories and legends.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Sarykum dune, Sulak Canyon

    Airport pick-up: at 7:00 Uytash Airport, this pick-up point is suitable for you if you arrive on the first day of the tour (I recommend choosing arrival before 6:00 so that flight delays do not affect the tour program).

    Meeting in Makhachkala and start of the tour: at 8:00 a.m. at the southern bus station, 344 Amet Khan Sultan St., this pick-up point is suitable for those who arrived in Dagestan in advance.

    The program of the day:

    • The Sarykum dune is a Dagestan desert, one of the largest sand dunes in Eurasia and the largest dune in Europe. I advise the girls to take their best outfits for spectacular shots. We'll visit a mini-desert, run along the sand and get a boost of energy from the local environment.;
    • Lunch at Glavryb, an eco—tourism complex, the best trout farm in Dagestan, located on the banks of the turquoise Sulak River. In Dagestan, it is customary to feed the guest first, it is in Glavryb that we will taste fresh trout, which will lick your fingers (those who wish can replace it with lamb, beef or chicken kebabs);
    • Canyon boats — take a breeze ride through the canyon itself and sail under the most beautiful waterfalls of Sulak. To go boating in the canyon, you need to go down by jeep from Glavryba along the beautiful road along the canyon itself to the river pier in Zubutli village.;
    • Sulak Canyon is the visiting card of the Republic of Dagestan, the deepest canyon in Europe, with a depth of 1920 m. The length is more than 53 km.;
    • The Hadum observation deck is the most popular observation deck located in the village. Oak trees at an altitude of 860 meters above sea level. Climbing the highest observation deck of the canyon, we will admire the turquoise waters and enjoy the power and beauty of the canyon.;
    • The mother—in-law's Tongue observation deck is a rocky outcrop overlooking the beginning of the canyon and the Chirkeyskaya Dam, which is the largest arched platinum in Russia. This viewing room is suitable for fans of extreme sports and thrills;
    • The Chirkey reservoir is the largest reservoir in the North Caucasus, formed on the Sulak River, with a depth of 220 m and an area of 42 t. sq. km.

    After all the adventures and cultural delights, we are going to stay at the legendary barn house - these are modern and cozy houses among high mountains and cliffs.

    The territory has all the amenities: a cafe, a kitchen, hot and cold water, relaxation areas and free wi-fi.

    Dinner — after the accommodation, we will have dinner in the complex itself, a dinner of local national dishes.

    After dinner, you will have the opportunity to gather around a campfire in a specially equipped place and continue communication and acquaintance, as well as listen to the legends from the guide.

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  • Day 2 - Gamsutl ghost village, underground waterfall, Saltinskaya gorge, Chokh terraces, Gunib, coffee break in the mountains
  • Day 3 - Troll Language – Karadakh Gorge – Kahib and Goor
  • Day 4 - Waterfalls, Stone Bowl, Matlas Extreme Park, Khunzakh plateau. Horseback riding
  • Day 5 - Derbent. Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity
Tour organizer's comments

All locations are within walking distance and do not require special physical training, except for climbing the mountain along the serpentine to the abandoned ghost village (those who wish can also climb on horseback for an additional fee).

This program can be suitable for both children and the elderly.

Accommodation

Accommodation
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    Hotel, Camp Site
    3 nights
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
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Accommodation in barn houses / campsite and hotel in Derbent.

The cost of the tour per person is 43,900 rubles.

The surcharge for 1-bed accommodation is 16,000 rubles/person.

There are no discounts for children.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 4 to 16 tourists
Minimum age
6 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Republic of Dagestan, Karabudakhkent district, Makhachkala Airport (Uytash)

Included in price

  • meals (breakfasts, lunches and dinners);
  • the work of a professional guide and an experienced driver;
  • comfortable transportation;
  • all entrance tickets;
  • all excursions throughout the tour;
  • canyon boat trip;
  • horseback riding;
  • activities, gifts, and entertainment;
  • national clothes (papakha, dzhigit costume and goryanka costume + dagger) for a photo shoot;
  • assistance in choosing hotels if you plan to arrive a day or more before the start of the tour, or to stay after the tour.;
  • assistance in choosing suitable flights on the plane;
  • coffee brewed on the observation decks + goodies for it;
  • accommodation at the barn House and the Derbent Hotel (2-, 3-bed accommodation);
  • UAZ trucks for climbing to Goor and Gamsutl;
  • transfer from/to the airport;
  • 24/7 technical support, ready to answer all your questions and help in any situation at any time.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back;
  • personal expenses (souvenirs, etc.).

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • comfortable clothes for trips to the mountains: you can wear tracksuits, jeans, trousers, dresses, skirts, sweatshirts, but not short, not tight (necessarily below the knee. Knees and shoulders should be covered);
  • comfortable shoes. Heels, urban shoes, which you are sorry to get dirty / scratched, do not fit. Running shoes/sneakers/athletic sandals would be ideal.;
  • passport;
  • lightweight jacket, jacket:
  • battery charger;
  • personal medications if you are taking anything specific;
  • sunscreen;
  • headdress;
  • We advise you to bring a raincoat, as the weather in the mountains is very changeable.;
  • be sure to have more cash with you, as there is no acceptance of bank cards in the villages. Entertainment is paid for in cash only;
  • warm clothes (the weather in the mountains can be cool in autumn and winter).

Be sure to bring all the accessories with you in order to swim in the warm Caspian Sea (1 night on the beach).

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  • I
    Igor
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    27 Apr, 2026
    In addition to the excellent organization of every aspect of the tour, what really stood out were the people running it. We had two guides - Omar, who is experienced, incredibly positive, and very friendly - and Shamil, who is younger but just as positive, supportive, and enthusiastic. It’s hard to imagine more welcoming people. They always listened to our wishes, supported us, answered all our questions, and helped with anything that came up. The whole experience felt less like a typical tour - and more like traveling to the mountains with friends :) From the bottom of my heart, I’d like to say that these people truly set an example of kindness and hospitality. I sincerely wish them continued success - they treat their guests with the same warmth and positivity with which this review is written.
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    Albina
    about provider
    15 Apr, 2026
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    Many thanks to Big Country, everything was organized at the highest level. Special thanks to the manager ❤️
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    Evgenia
    about provider
    14 Apr, 2026
    Everything was good