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Overview

Ust-Koksinsky district with its unique mountain landscapes and bright colors of sub alpine meadows is one of the most wonderful and mysterious areas in the Altai.  Leaving behind the vast Uymon Valley, decorated with the chains of picturesque hills, you will get into the Valley of Multa River. Ascending the headlong Multa River, you will come up to the three majestic Multa lakes. In 1991 the Upper Multa Lake became a part of Katun nature reserve. This tour opens to travelers a world of beautiful lakes and ancient mountains in a remote area of the Altai where the pristine nature still exists.
During the trip you will have the opportunity to:
— A dip in the clean and cool Lower Multinskiye Lake,
— Rise to the Kuyguk pass (2520m) and Unnamed peak (2909m), to take pictures and admire the wonderful panorama of all Katun ridge, with its main peak - beautiful Beluha mountain,
— Compare the color, size and picturesque large number of lakes, which will meet on your way: Multinskiye, Akchan, Kuyguk and many others with no names,
— Spend the night surrounded by the mighty relic cedars, with magical dreams and atmosphere of peace,
— Stand under the refreshing spray of the waterfall Kuyguk and feel its awesome power,
— Climb to the top of the sacred Kolban mountain (3145 m) and touch the sacred ordinances of the inhabitants of these places,
— To sit at the evening campfire under the night sky, watch the stars and think about the eternal,
— Breathe in the enchanting smell of Alpine meadows and mountain herbs,
— Stop in the Upper Uimon village, where in 1926 lived for a while Rerih during the Central-Asian expedition,
— Learn about the life, culture and faith of the Old Believers came to the Uimon valley in the 17th century looking for a land of eternal happiness and justice - Belovodye.

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Itinerary

Day 1. Transfer Novosibirsk/ Barnaul – Ust-Koksa (875/ 640 km).
20:00 Pick up from Novosibirsk (65, Sovetskaya Str.).
23:50 Pick up from Barnaul (Oblepikha cafe).
20:00 Pick up from Novosibirsk (65, Sovetskaya Str.).
23:50 Pick up from Barnaul (Oblepikha cafe).
The road goes along the famous Chuysky Tract, once a main route of Russia — China trade. The road goes along Kanskaya steppe and finishes its run in Uymonskaya valley. The change of different landscapes and natural zones provides the traveler with general impression of this unique region of Asia.
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Day 2. Gorno-Altaisk – Ust-Koksa
09-11:00 departure from Gorno-Altaisk to Ust-Koksa (375 km). Arrival at a tourist complex in Ust-Koksa. Accommodation at tents. Lunch. Getting the equipment. Instructing. Dinner.   (LD)
Day 3. Multa- Maralnik – Low Multa lake.
Breakfast. Transfer to Multa – Maralnik (41 km). Travelers go up Multa river. There are a lot of mushrooms and berries on the way. They come up to Low Multa lake with extremely clean water and a pebble shore.
Breakfast. Transfer to Multa – Maralnik (41 km).
Travelers go up Multa river. There are a lot of mushrooms and berries on the way. They come up to Low Multa lake with extremely clean water and a pebble shore. When the weather is still, the mirror like surface of the lake reflects clouds drifting in the blue sky and the peaks of surrounding mountains. Situated at the altitude of 1710 m the Low Multa lake favors the traveler with the clean mountain air, calmness and the touch of nature. Trekking distance – 13 km. Overnight at tents. (BLD).
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Day 4. Tour to the Upper Multa lake
Tour to the Upper Multa lake, which hides in the deep rock circus near the glacier at the altitude of 1860 meters. The path goes over the place called “Shumy” (Noises).
Tour to the Upper Multa lake, which hides in the deep rock circus near the glacier at the altitude of 1860 meters. The path goes over the place called “Shumy” (Noises). It is a natural isthmus between two lakes that is formed by huge stones; some of them are 20 m in diameter.  Water, running through this dam, produces a loud noise, which makes a sharp contrast with the stillness of two lakes. On the way travelers can see a few small waterfalls on the steep slopes of Katun ridge and the icy and snowy peaks of surrounding mountains.  Trekking distance – 30 km. Overnight at tents. (BLD)
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Day 5. Trip to the Krepkie lakes
Excursion to a mountain lake (20 km) for those, who wish. Overnight at tents. (BLD)
Excursion to a mountain lake (20 km) for those, who wish. Overnight at tents. (BLD)
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Day 6. Kuyguk river
Travelers go up Kuyguk river. The base camp is set up among the majestic Siberian pines next to the wonderful Kuyguk waterfall (25 m). Trekking distance – 9 km. Overnight at tents. (BLD)
Day 7. Ascent on top (2909 m)
From the top the spectacular panoramic view on Belukha Mountain and endless snow peaks of Katun ridge unfolds in front of the traveler.
From the top the spectacular panoramic view on Belukha Mountain and endless snow peaks of Katun ridge unfolds in front of the traveler. It is a good opportunity to make pictures from the bird’s eye view where the presence of eternal outer space is clear and tangible. Trekking distance – 6 km. Overnight at tents. (BLD)
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Day 8. Kuyguk lake – Akchan lake
Climbing up the mountain pass (2520 m), travelers pass by a mirror-like lake, several murmuring waterfalls and alpine tundra.
Climbing up the mountain pass (2520 m), travelers pass by a mirror-like lake, several murmuring waterfalls and alpine tundra. An exiting view on Kolban mountain and Akchan lake is unfolded in front of a traveler from the top of the pass. The water in Akchan lake has a wonderful turquoise color. Overnight on a high plateau that like a bird soars over the lake. Trekking distance – 18 km. Overnight at tents. (BLD)
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Day 9. Akchan lake – Kolban mountain – Kuyguk lake
Climbing up Kolban mountain that is said to be sacred. Indigenous people of the Altai attribute many interesting and romantic stories and legends to this mountain.
Climbing up Kolban mountain that is said to be sacred. Indigenous people of the Altai attribute many interesting and romantic stories and legends to this mountain. On its summit the traveler gets a feeling of a flight over the rocky peaks of Katun ridge and can feel the cold breathing of the outer space. Like the drops of a sky dew many lakes sparkle in the sun at the mountain’s feet. Every lake has its unique shape and color. Coming back to the base camp next to the Kuyguk waterfall. Trekking distance – 21 km. Overnight at tents. (BLD)
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Day 10. Back to Ust-Koksa village
Travelers come back to Ust-Koksa village. Going down the Multa river (16 km). Transfer to Ust-Koksa (41 km).  Accommodation at tents at the tourist center. Dinner .(BLD)
Day 11. Verhniy Uymon village
Time for rest. After the lunch transfer to Verhniy Uymon village. The village is one of the oldest settlements in the area and was founded by religious group of old-believers more than 300 years ago.
Time for rest. After the lunch transfer to Verhniy Uymon village. The village is one of the oldest settlements in the area and was founded by religious group of old-believers more than 300 years ago. There are two museums in Verhniy Uymon village: Ethnographical museum named after famous artist Nikolay Roerih and Museum of old-believers’ religious traditions and culture. After excursion departure for Barnaul (640 km)/ Novosibirsk (875 km) at 17:00.  (BL)
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Day 12. Arrival in Gorno-Altaisk, Barnaul, Novosibirsk
03:00 Arrival in Gorno-Altaisk. 07:00 Arrival in Barnaul. 10:00 Arrival in Novosibirsk.
Day 1
20:00 Pick up from Novosibirsk (65, Sovetskaya Str.).
23:50 Pick ...
Day 2
09-11:00 departure from Gorno-Altaisk to Ust-Koksa (375 km). Arrival at ...
Day 3
Breakfast. Transfer to Multa – Maralnik (41 km). Travelers go up Mult...
Day 4
Tour to the Upper Multa lake, which hides in the deep rock circus near t...
Day 5
Excursion to a mountain lake (20 km) for those, who wish. Overnight at t...
Day 6
Travelers go up Kuyguk river. The base camp is set up among the majestic...
Day 7
From the top the spectacular panoramic view on Belukha Mountain and endl...
Day 8
Climbing up the mountain pass (2520 m), travelers pass by a mirror-like ...
Day 9
Climbing up Kolban mountain that is said to be sacred. Indigenous people...
Day 10
Travelers come back to Ust-Koksa village. Going down the Multa river (16...
Day 11
Time for rest. After the lunch transfer to Verhniy Uymon village. The vi...
Day 12
03:00 Arrival in Gorno-Altaisk. 07:00 Arrival in Barnaul. 10:00 Arrival ...
The order of the excursions might be changed and some excursions might be changed for equivalent.
All the times are local.
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Day 1. Start Tour

Meeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km). Accommodation at a hotel, rest. In the evening - excursion to Paratunka resort center, swimming in thermal water poolMeeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km). Accommodation at a hotel, rest. In the evening - excursion to Paratunka resort center, swimming in thermal water poolMeeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km).

Meeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km). Accommodation at a hotel, rest. In the evening - excursion to Paratunka resort center, swimming in thermal water poolMeeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km). Accommodation at a hotel, rest. In the evening - excursion to Paratunka resort center, swimming in thermal water poolMeeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km).

Meeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km). Accommodation at a hotel, rest. In the evening - excursion to Paratunka resort center, swimming in thermal water poolMeeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km). Accommodation at a hotel, rest. In the evening - excursion to Paratunka resort center, swimming in thermal water poolMeeting at the airport, transfer to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (25 km)

Dates & Rates

*Price per person, EUR
Dates & Rates 10.06.2021 19.06.2021 28.06.2021 07.07.2021 16.07.2021 25.07.2021 03.08.2021 12.08.2021 21.08.2021 30.08.2021 08.09.2021 17.09.2021
Price 372
 
  • All the rates are valid at the date of publication and are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking.

What is included

  • full board (except the meal during the transfer)
  • excursions per program with entrance fees (11-th day)
  • guides
  • special equipment (tent, sleeping bag, mat, backpack, equipment for camp-fire)
  • insurance
  • invitation letter for Russian visa
  • pack-horses rental (3-d and 5-th days)
  • border permit
  • visa invitation

Supplements & Discounts

  • air tickets
  • insurance
  • two ways transfers from Novosibirsk (92 EUR) or Barnaul (88 EUR) or Gorno-Altaisk (66 EUR)
  • accommodation in hotels in Novosibirsk or Barnaul or Gorno-Altaisk
  • 10% discount from the tour price & transfer price for children under 14 y.o

Additional info

Trek conditions

There are 10 days of moderate and strenuous hiking by varied landscapes (maximum elevation is 3 060 m). Long passages are quite demanding, though technically they are not hard, a reasonable degree of fitness is required. The trekkers either carry all their personal belongings plus 6-8 kg p/person of communal equipment (tents, cooking pots) and food for 4-5 days or hire horses for the luggage transportation. The weather in mountains changes rather quickly. There may be precipitation. The day temperature is +12+28 C, night: +5+15 C. The guide has the right to change the program due to bad weather and the other unfavorable circumstances.

Meals

In the base camps meals are arranged in the canteen. On the trek the food is cooked on the open fire with a help of a guide. Vegetarian meals are possible (to be requested when booking).

We recommend you to take the following personal wear and equipment with you:

— warm jacket
— rain gear
— trekking boots, trainers and slippers
— track-suit and warm hat
— 2-3 T-shirts, shorts
— 4 pairs of simple socks and 2 pairs of warm ones
— cap and sun-glasses
— bathing suit
— flashlight, knife, matches, electric batteries
— personal tableware
— personal hygiene utensils

Entry permission

For entry in the Ust-Koksinsky district, foreign citizens must provide some relevant documents to cross the border zone, 60 days prior the proposed date of entry!— Foreign citizens should submit the following documents to travel agency:— — copy of passport — address — phone number — information on the work site (name, address, phone number)
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