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, travelers get into the Valley of Multa River. Climbing up the headlong Multa River, they 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.
Departure from Novosibirsk at 20.00. Place of departure – 65, Sovetskaya street. Departure from Barnaul at 23:50. Point of departure – “Oblepikha” cafe (local time, UTC/GMT+7). 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 Uymoskaya valley. The change of different landscapes and natural zones provides the traveler with general impression of this unique region of Asia.
Coach or minibus
825 km /640 Km
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Departure from Gorno-Altaisk at 9.00-11.00 a.m. The road passes through the well-known Chuya Highway among rocky ridges of the Altai Mountains, followed by Kanskaya steppe in Uymonskaya valley. Arriving at Ust-Koksa village to the tourist complex. Lunch. Getting equipment. Safety-awareness briefing. Dinner, acquaintance party.
Bus, minibus
375 km
Lunch and Dinner in cafe
Tents in the tourists complex
Early awakening. Breakfast at 09.00 a.m. Transfer to Multa-Maralnik at 11.00 a.m. Travelers go along Multa river. There are a lot of mushrooms and berries on the way. They come up to Lower 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 meters the Lower Multa Lake favors the traveler with the clean mountain air, calmness and the touch of nature.
minibus/ on foot/ pack horses
41 km 13 km
Breakfast - in cafe, lunch and dinner - cooked on fire
tents
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”. It is a natural isthmus between two lakes that is formed by huge stones; some of them are 20 meters 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.
on foot
26 km
Three meals a day, cooking on fire
tents
Radial exit to the observation deck of Mount Mikhailovka (2690 m). You can see the Passing lakes and the Cold Belki from the top of the mountain. Russian Sauna (optional, extra charge) .
on foot
9 km
Cooked on fire
tents
The base camp is set up among the majestic Siberian pines next to the wonderful Kuyguk waterfall (25 meters). Walk to the alpine lake (2270 m) optional.
on foot / pack horses
9 km
Three meals a day, cooking on fire
tents
Lake Kuyguk - Kuyguk pass (difficulty category 1a, height 2520 m). The road passes by the mirror lake, a cascade of small waterfalls and various grasses of the high-altitude tundra. Mount Kolban and Lake Akchan with the amazing turquoise color of the water are clearly visible from the pass. Overnight on a high-altitude plateau.
on foot
6 км
Three meals a day, cooking on fire
tents
This is a sacred mountain according to the stories of the Altai people. There are many romantic legends about it. There is a magnificent panoramic view from the top of the mountain.
on foot
12 км
Three meals a day, cooking on fire
tents
Travelers come back to Ust-Koksa village. Going down the Multa river. Transfer to Ust-Koksa. Supper .
on foot / minibus
16 км 41 km
Breakfast and lunch - cooking on fire, dinner in cafe
Tents in the tourists complex
Breakfast. Handing over the equipment. Free time. Lunch. After lunch – excursion to Verkhniy Uymon village, which is one of the oldest villages in the Ust-Koksinsky area. The village was founded by Old Believers about 300 years ago. It has two museums: Local History Museum named after N.K. Roerich and Old Belief Museum. After the excursions, departure to Barnaul/Novosibirsk at 15:00 (UTC/GMT+7). Departure to Gorno-Altaisk at 21.00. Hotel accommodation (by yourself) Recommended hotels: "Lyubimyi" (S. Maima), "Igman" (Gorno-Altaysk). Transfer to the airport by yourself. Taxi Maxim +7 (38822) 2-44-44 (Estimated cost 200 rubles).
bus/minibus
375 km to Gorno-Altaisk
breakfast, lunch in the cafe, dinner on the road at your own expense
Free time. For additional fee the interested persons can choose either horseback riding in the vicinity, 2-hour rafting or excursion to Krasnaya Mountain. Departure to Novosibirsk/Barnaul (Novoaltaysk) (local time, difference from Moscow + 4 hours) at 18.00.
bus or minibus
640 km to Barnaul (Novoaltaysk) 825 km to Novosibirsk
meals at your own
Estimated arrival in Barnaul - 4:00, in Novosibirsk - 8:00 (UTC/GMT+7), in Gorno-Altaisk - 3.00
Transfer to Ust-Koksa:
Gorno-Altaisk - Ust-Koksa - Gorno-Altaisk - 5600 rub.
Novosibirsk - Ust-Koksa - Novosibirsk - 8200 rub.
Barnaul (Novoaltaisk) - Ust-Koksa - Barnaul (Novoaltaisk) - 7800 rub.
Early booking - 32 900 rubles. The cost is valid for 100% payment until 03/31/2023. Cost from 01.04.2021 - 37 100 rubles.
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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
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.
Tour price 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
Tour price is not included:
- airtickets
- consular fees for visa
- interpreters
- transfer from Novosibirsk/Barnaul to the starting point of the route and back to Novosibirsk/Barnaul
Novosibirsk - Ust-Koksa - Novosibirsk - 8200 rubles
Barnaul - Ust-Koksa - Barnaul - 7800 rubles
Gorno-Altaisk - Ust-Koksa - Gorno-Altaisk - 5600 rubles
For extra payment:
- meeting at the airport
- accommodation in hotels in Novosibirsk or Barnaul
To participate in the route 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
Please keep in your mind!
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)
Multinskie lakes tour. July 2019
Altair-tour, Novosibirsk © 2015
Tour operator number:
MT3 000316
