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The tour is a hike to Ergaki. A rich trekking program with accommodation in a hospitable campsite. The campsite is located on the shore of the famous Lake Svetloye.

Well-thought-out infrastructure will make your stay comfortable, and we take care of all the organization of your life in the mountains.

Location

Krasnoyarsk / Abakan

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Tour highlights

Cozy camping

We will live in a comfortable camping on Lake Svetly with thoughtful living conditions

Hot bathhouse

Every day you can steam up and relax after active walks

Guitar songs

We are waiting for soulful evenings with conversations and songs around the campfire under the starry sky of Siberia

Itinerary

Day 1 - Transfer to Ergakov
Transfer from Krasnoyarsk or Abakan to Ergakov by registered transport.
Going up to the campsite on Lake Svetloy.
On this day, we have to walk about 7 km along the mountain taiga trail.
The transfer will take about 3-4 hours.
Public cargo (tents, campfire equipment, etc.) will already be waiting for you at the campsite.
You won't have to carry food either!
This way, your backpacks will be as light as possible!
On request, a sightseeing tour of Mount Vidovka is possible today, which offers stunning views of the peaks of Zvezdny and Ptitsa, Lake Zolotarny and Lake Svetloye.
We will pass by the Elephant Rocks, which resemble an enchanted city with rounded houses, towers and arches.
We will end a difficult day with dinner, which will turn into an evening of dating.

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Day 2 - Radial exit to the Bird Pass
Today we will make an easy and short trip to the “shoulder” of Bird Peak, where you can take epic photos and admire Lake Svetloye and the Parabola from a bird's-eye view.

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Day 3 - Radial exit to the Jerboa waterfall
Today our goal is the Jerboa Waterfall (Marble), cascading down steep rocky steps, and Lake Marble.
On the way to the destination, we will pass by Lake Medvezhye, which is picturesquely located among the cedars.
From the Marble Pass, let's take another look at Lake Marble, the peaks of Teachers and Cadets.

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Day 4 - The parabola
Today is an eventful day, because we have to walk about 30 km and cross the Bird Pass twice (back and forth).
All in order to admire the lake of Mountain Spirits and the waterfall of the same name, swim in Malachite baths, experience peace on the shore of Lake of Artists and admire the mysterious, paradoxical Parabola.
If the weather is good and the participants wish, we will climb one of the peaks of the Parabola – Tolstoy Brother (the climb is not difficult, but impressive).

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Day 5 - Radial exit to the Hanging Stone
Today we will touch the legend – the famous Hanging Stone.
A multi-ton block, against which people look no bigger than ants, lies on a sloping rock, touching it with only a small part of its surface.
It seems that if you just touch a stone with your finger, it will fly down with a crash.
But no one has ever managed to move it from its place.
The hike to the Hanging Stone and back will take a whole day.

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Day 6 - Radial exit to the lake. Goldenrod and Dinosaur Head
It's a fairly light tracking program today.
We will walk along the kurumnik placer along Zolotarny Lake, we will see a huge diplodocus with an outstretched neck in the rocks on the opposite shore.
Then we will climb the Piquant pass, from which we will be impressed by the kilometer-long vertical wall of Dragon's Tooth Peak.
Traverse through the Zelyony Pass and go to the Dinosaur's head.
They say there's a wish-granting stone on the very edge of it.
Why not take this opportunity and make a new journey for yourself, for example.

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Day 7 - Radial exit to the Dragon's Tooth
The most difficult route in the program.
Again, we have to walk about 30 km and overcome two passes, first in one direction, then in the opposite direction.
But it's worth it.
After all, the goal of today is another legend of the Ergaks – the peak of the Dragon's Tooth!
This is one of the highest and most powerful peaks here, the dream of many tourists.
It has an unusual shape, piercing the surrounding expanses with its sharp tip like a fang.

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Day 8 - Descent to the road and departure home
It's time to say goodbye to our cozy campsite on the shore of Lake Svetloye and go down to the highway, to civilization, to the city.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

All approaches are carried out light, without backpacks. For this tour, it's enough just to love going to the mountains and actively spending weekends. No special physical data is required.

Accommodation

Tent

7 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour includes accommodation in a tent.

Accommodation in tents without additional charges for 4 people.

For double occupancy, an additional fee of 1,500 rubles / day.

Accommodation in a cozy campsite. Spacious tents on wooden floors, an equipped kitchen with dishes and a gas stove, a clean toilet. Firewood, water, toilet paper, soap are always available. A pavilion where you can sit and chat.

Tour conditions

Group

From 5 to 12 tourists

Minimum age

18 years old

Duration

8 days 7 nights

Group meets at

Krasnoyarsk / Abakan

Included in price

transfer Krasnoyarsk/Abakan – Ergaki – Abakan/Krasnoyarsk;
meals on the routes: a cook for a group of 8 people or more (if the group is less than 8 people, then the guide prepares, and the participants help him);
bathhouse every day;
electricity;
accommodation in tents for 3-4 people;
drinking water;
firewood;
kitchen and dishes;
gas stove;
large group first aid kit;
consultations and descriptions;
radio communication on routes;
the work of a guide;
tents;
a bonfire covered from the rain;
dryer for personal items;
registration with the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Krasnoyarsk / Abakan and back;
improved transfer service;
PHOTOSESSION;
additional rental tour. Equipment;
personal cargo drop-off;
double accommodation in a tent (surcharge 1500 rubles /day).

It's important to know

Footwear:

trekking boots (can be replaced with sturdy sneakers) — soak the shoes with a moisture-repellent impregnation;
sneakers (crocs) for the camp;
rubber boots are for the amateur, if the trekking boots get very wet;

Clothes:

windproof jacket — for protection from rain and wind;
windproof trousers — for protection from rain and wind;
warm trousers — in case of cold evenings and nights;
insulated jacket;
lightweight thermal underwear;
beanie, buff — in case of cold nights;
thermal socks — you can use ordinary ones, but thermal socks dry faster;
warm socks — for overnight stays;
socks x/b — 2 pairs;
lightweight trousers — 1 pc.;
shorts — 1 pc.;
T—shirt /T-shirt - 2 pcs.;
underwear — 2 pcs.;
swimsuit — 1 piece.;
bandana or panama hat — 1 pc.;
raincoat — made of dense material;

Camping equipment:

backpack — for men 70-80 liters, for girls 50-70 liters;
a cape on a backpack — in case of rain;
trekking poles — 1 pair;
sleeping bag — Comfort temperature: at least -1°C, preferably -5 °C;
headlamp — with new batteries;
water container — Thermos, hydrator, 1-1.5 liter bottle;

Personal items:

toothbrush, towel;
the patch is 2-3 cm wide (for the prevention of corns);
first aid kit + vitamins (medicines for "favorite" diseases);

Documents:

Russian Federation passport (required);
compulsory medical insurance policy (required);
money (500-1000 rubles) — meals at roadside cafes.

Dates and Prices

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7 – 14 Jun 8 days 7 nights

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14 – 21 Jun 8 days 7 nights

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21 – 28 Jun 8 days 7 nights

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28 Jun – 5 Jul 8 days 7 nights

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5 – 12 Jul 8 days 7 nights

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12 – 19 Jul 8 days 7 nights

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19 – 26 Jul 8 days 7 nights

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26 Jul – 2 Aug 8 days 7 nights

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2 – 9 Aug 8 days 7 nights

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9 – 16 Aug 8 days 7 nights

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16 – 23 Aug 8 days 7 nights

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23 – 30 Aug 8 days 7 nights

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30 Aug – 6 Sep 8 days 7 nights

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6 – 13 Sep 8 days 7 nights

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13 – 20 Sep 8 days 7 nights

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20 – 27 Sep 8 days 7 nights

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All Ergaks are light in 8 days