Climbing Borus in Sayan Mountains

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Climbing Borus is a program that has become a classic! The trip will be interesting for all lovers of mountains and an active lifestyle!

Borus is a mountain range located in the south of the Krasnoyarsk Territory in the vicinity of the village of Cheryomushki in the city of Sayanogorsk, near the Sayano-Shushenskaya hydroelectric power station. The highest point of the ridge is Poilova Peak (Bolshoy Borus), rising 2,318 meters above sea level. We will climb it.

Location

Krasnoyarsk

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Tour highlights

Relaxation after lifting

Steam in the Russian sauna after climbing

Climbing for beginners

Borus is the best mountain to climb for the first time. Check your readiness for different weather conditions

Warm houses

You will live at a recreation center with a fascinating view of the Borus ridge.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Transfer Krasnoyarsk – Cheryomushki
At 7:00 we leave by car /minibus from Krasnoyarsk towards the village of Cheryomushki. The journey takes about 7-8 hours. When we reach the place, we move into a warm house, get acquainted.
On the basis of accommodation, the houses are large, designed to accommodate up to 18 people (in one house). Inside the house there is a large dining table, wooden floors on a raised platform, for sleeping you will need mats / inflatable mats, as well as sleeping bags.
The house is warm, there is a stove, as well as light and electricity for charging gadgets.

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Day 2 - Climbing Borus
Early this morning, after a hearty breakfast, we set off on the route. We will have to walk about 20 km along the mountain taiga trail and kurumniks and gain 1,700 m altitude. We go with light backpacks, take a thermos, a snack and clothes to keep warm if necessary.
The weather may change, we recommend taking warm windproof clothing.
In the evening, tired but satisfied, we return to our cabins, where we have a delicious dinner, exchange impressions about the day before and steam in the Russian sauna.

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Day 3 - Returning home
After a good night's sleep and rest, we have breakfast and go to Krasnoyarsk.

Difficulty

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape

Tour organizer's comments

The length of the round-trip route is about 20 km.

The total height gain is about 2,000 m.

Travel time is about 12 hours.

The route has a difficulty category 1B, meaning it does not require special equipment and is accessible to a healthy, active adult, but it is not an easy walk.

Accommodation

Guest House

2 nights

Comfort

Basic+

The tour provides accommodation at a recreation center. The name of the base will be known before the start of the tour.
The price is indicated for 1 person/rub.:

Date

Price

02.11.2025-04.11.2025

20 000

02.01.2026-04.01.2026

07.03.2026-09.03.2026

22 000

Single occupancy is not provided.

Outdoor recreation does not necessarily have to take place in camping conditions with accommodation in tents. After a long journey and physical exertion, it's so nice to settle into a cozy, warm house and steam in the sauna.

Therefore, on our tour we will live at a recreation center, which has a fascinating view of the Borus ridge.

Tour conditions

Group

From 7 to 10 tourists

Minimum age

18 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Krasnoyarsk

Included in price

The guide's job;
accommodation at the recreation center in warm cabins (2 nights according to the program) (in a house with a stove, without amenities);
transfer Krasnoyarsk – Borus – Krasnoyarsk;
meals specified in the program for the active part (hot breakfasts and dinners, snacks for lunch);
security (first aid kit, radio communication, registration of the group in the Ministry of Emergency Situations);
Russian sauna after climbing;
accident insurance;
assistance in preparing for the trip;
the company's certificate of ascent.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Krasnoyarsk;
trekking poles for rent: 500 rub.;
meals not included in the program: at roadside cafes during the transfer (~300 rubles).

It's important to know

Footwear:

maximum warm trekking boots;
slippers/sandals for bathing and walking in the house;

Clothes:

warm windproof hooded jacket;
windproof trousers (preferably made of membrane);
insulated trousers (Softshell, windblock, windstopper);
warm jacket (Softshell, windblock, windstopper);
thermal underwear — 1 set;
mittens (Polartec, fleece) — 2 pairs;
beanie (Softshell, windblock, windstopper);
balaclava (windproof mask, buff);
thermal cables — 1 piece;
thermal socks — 2 pairs;
warm socks (for overnight stays) — 1 pair;
light trousers (walking on the base, preferably HB);
T—shirt / T-shirt (walking around the base, preferably XB) - 2 pieces;
swimsuit (for girls for the bath);
replaceable underwear — 2 pieces;
regular socks XB — 2 pairs;

Hiking equipment:

trekking backpack 30-40 liters;
snow-proof shoe covers (gaiters, flashlights);
sleeping bag;
hoba;
tracking sticks;
headlamp (with new batteries);
sunglasses (with UV filter, protection level at least 3, preferably with a case);
water tank (thermos, hydrator, bottle) — 1.5 liters;
phone (with charging, there is an outlet in the house);

Personal items:

mug, plate, spoon;
toothbrush, toothpaste;
bathroom accessories;
patch (for the prevention of corns) — 2-3 cm wide;
sunscreen, lipstick (with maximum protection factor);
first aid kit for "favorite" diseases + vitamins;
Russian passport;
the MHI policy.

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