Jeep tour to autumn Dagestan

If you are looking for an unforgettable autumn trip on comfortable SUVs, then this jeep is created especially for you.

We will go on an exciting boat trip through the canyon and rafting on a mountain river. We will ride a buggy along the historical wall of Derbent, take a walk along the dune, and also participate in a master class on cooking "miracle". At the end of the day, we will have a cozy atmosphere around the campfire, where the guide will tell us interesting legends and stories about local traditions and culture. 

Location

Republic of Dagestan, Karabudakhkent district, Makhachkala Airport (Uytash)
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$792
$730
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Duration
5 Days
4 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 12 – 16 May
    • 19 – 23 May
    • 26 – 30 May
    • 2 – 6 June
or
Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    2 nights
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
From 2 to 6 tourists
Minimum age
18 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Dagestan, Karabudakhkent district, Makhachkala Airport (Uytash)
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Buggy riding
An unforgettable adventure: adrenaline, speed, the beauty of nature
Rafting on mountain rivers
Sport rafting on mountain rivers and artificial rowing channels
Flying jeeping
We will drive comfortable jeeps along the Sulak Canyon.
The national lesson
Local residents will show a carpet weaving workshop at the ethnodome
A quest game
By completing the tasks in the tour, we will receive points — the one who earns the most will receive a prize.
Boating
Swim under the most beautiful waterfalls of Sulak

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival. Nokho Cave — Sulak Canyon — Sarykum dune

    Airport pick-up: at 7:30 Uytash Airport, this pick-up point is suitable for you if you arrive on the first day of the tour.

    Recommended arrival time is before 7:00.

    If you decide to arrive in advance, then the meeting in Makhachkala will take place at 8:00 a.m. at the southern bus station located at 344 Amet Khan Sultan Street, this gathering point is suitable for those who arrived in Dagestan in advance.

    The program of the day:

    • Nokho Cave — here you can enjoy an observation deck on a sheer cliff, offering stunning views of the majestic mountains and crystal clear waters of the Sulak River. This place is ideal for extreme sports enthusiasts.: You can try your hand on a zipline, bungee jump and walk across a suspension bridge, enjoying the adrenaline rush and magnificent scenery.;
    • Sarykum dune is one of the largest sand dunes in Eurasia and the largest dune in Europe. You will be able to run on the hot sand, feeling the full force of nature.;
    • lunch at Glavryb, an eco–tourism complex, the best trout farm in Dagestan, which offers a unique opportunity to enjoy freshly cooked trout (those who wish can substitute lamb, beef or chicken kebabs);
    • Boating in the Sulak Canyon is one of the most exciting activities. We will take a ride through the canyon, enjoying the fresh air and magnificent views.

    At the end of our eventful day, we will visit several observation decks offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes.

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  • Day 2 - Rafting – Troll's Tongue – Karadakh Gorge – Kahib and Goor – Datun Temple
  • Day 3 - Gamsutl – Saltinskaya gorge – Chokh terraces
  • Day 4 - Tabasaran Lands Tour: buggy, waterfall and hospitality
  • Day 5 - Ancient Derbent: Naryn-Kala–Magala –Juma fortress– Lun ekranoplan mosque. 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).

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    2 nights
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
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The tour includes accommodation in A-frames with panoramic windows and in a Derbent hotel (possible accommodation options are listed below).

The cost of the tour per person is 59,000 rubles/person.

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

A-frames 2 nights

We will live in modern A-frames with panoramic windows offering stunning mountain views. These cozy cabins will provide you with all the necessary amenities so that you can fully enjoy your vacation. We will spend two nights in these cabins.

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"The Sheikh" 2 nights

Tour conditions

Group
From 2 to 6 tourists
Minimum age
18 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. We will try all the national dishes of Dagestan. If you have limited meals, please let us know when booking.;
  • the work of a professional guide and an experienced driver;
  • comfortable transport (jeep);
  • all entrance tickets;
  • all excursions throughout the tour;
  • canyon boat trip;
  • Walking on the bugs;
  • rafting;
  • workshops on cooking national dishes and carpet weaving;
  • activities, gifts, and entertainment;
  • national clothes (papakha, dzhigit costume and goryanka costume and dagger) for a photo shoot;
  • coffee (brewed on the observation decks) + goodies for it;
  • accommodation in an A-frame and in a hotel on the shore of the Caspian Sea (2-, 3-bed accommodation);
  • UAZ trucks for climbing to Goor and Gamsutl;
  • transfer from and to the airport.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Makhachkala and back;
  • the surcharge for 1-bed accommodation is 16,000 rubles/person.;
  • personal expenses, souvenirs.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • comfortable clothes for trips to the mountains (you can wear tracksuits, jeans, pants, dresses, skirts, sweatshirts), but not short, not tight;
  • comfortable shoes. Heels, urban shoes, which you feel sorry to stain/scratch, do not fit. Sneakers/sneakers/sports sandals will be ideal;
  • passport;
  • lightweight jacket, jacket:
  • The charger;
  • personal medications, if you take anything specific;
  • sunscreen;
  • headdress;
  • We recommend taking a raincoat with you, 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 only in cash;
  • warm clothes (the weather in the mountains can be cool in autumn and winter).

Men are not recommended to walk with an open torso, shorts above the knees or tight jeans.

It is not advisable for girls to wear mini skirts, short T-shirts or translucent clothes.

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Dates and Prices

  • $730
    12 – 16 May 5 days 4 nights
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  • $730
    19 – 23 May 5 days 4 nights
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  • $730
    26 – 30 May 5 days 4 nights
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  • $730
    2 – 6 Jun 5 days 4 nights
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  • $730
    9 – 13 Jun 5 days 4 nights
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Reviews

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    Arina
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    9 May, 2025
    Clear information about the tour's terms and conditions. All questions were answered promptly.
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    Olga
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    8 May, 2025
    The tour was very well organized. Everything was smooth and accessible — no issues with hotels, accommodation, or meals... Big Country's ‘Dagestan to the Max’ gave us an unforgettable experience filled with positive emotions and lasting impressions! Thank you!
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    Yana
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    30 Apr, 2025
    Special thanks to Atluhan and Kurban for their warm hospitality, attentiveness, and all the effort they put into making everything run smoothly.
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