Ukok Plateau, Siberia, 15 Day Guided Trek
Come and spend 15 days exploring the remote and beautiful Ukok Plateau in the Altai mountains of Siberia with aspirant guide Konstantin.
Not specified
Altai
15 Days
Jul, Aug, Sep
Fit
Intermediate
Description
Remote, vast, mysterious, these are a just a few of the words used to describe Siberia.
Covering a huge portion of the Russian Federation, Siberia is a truly unique place. It is also a place not many people venture to. However, on this 15 day adventure, I’m offering the chance to explore the Ukok Plateau in the heart of the Altai mountains.
The trip will begin with a transfer of approximately 700 kilometres, followed by another 200 kilometre transfer to the Djazator village. From there, we will start trekking. We will be hiking for approximately 15 to 20 kilometres per day on this trip. We will be trekking through forests, valleys and swamps. And we will be crossing rivers on horseback, passes and even cliffs. There is also a non-technical climb of the beautiful Tabyn-Bogdo-Ola peak (4,082m). As a result, it is important that participants on this trip are in good physical condition.
Deep in the vastness of the Ukok plateau there is an abundance of amazing things to see. You will get to enjoy some amazing views off the Altai mountains. And you may even get lucky and spot some of the area’s amazing wildlife, including the snow leopard. You will also get to meet local people in the area. And while this trip is not for the luxury seeking, there will be opportunities to enjoy a sauna and some great banya!
Exploring a place like the Ukok plateau in Siberia is an amazing opportunity. So if you would like to experience it for yourself, just send me a request. I would be happy to guide you.
Are you looking for a challenging climbing trip in Russia? Then join me on this 12 day ascent of Mount Dykh-Tau, in the Caucasus.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Barnaul airport
After you arrive, we will take a 10 hour, 700 kilometre transfer to our starting point. We will make stops along the way, including a cafe for lunch. We will spend the night in a Yurt camp.
Day 2: Djazator village
We will 5-6 hour, 200 kilometre transfer to the village of Djazator, where we will spend the night in a guesthouse. Here, you will have access to a local sauna and banya.
Day 3: Ildegem river
Today we will trek for approximately 12 kilometres along the Ildegem river. We will spend the night in tents in a camp along the forest line.
Day 4: Bugimuiz Pass (2,800m)
We will hike for approximately 23 kilometres, crossing the Bugimuiz pass to the Akkol river. We will spend the night in tents.
Day 5: Karsulu pass
We will trek for approximately 15 kilometres, crossing the Karsulu pass. We will spend the night in tents at the Kalguti river.
Day 6: Bertek
Today we will trek through a swamp and cross the Kalguti river on horseback before reaching the Bertek plateau. We will spend the night in tents.
Day 7: Base camp (3,000m)
Today we will trek for approximately 17 kilometres to the Base camp. We will spend the night in tents.
Day 8: Tabyn-Bogdo-Ola (4,082m)
We will scale the Tabyn-Bodo-Ola and if there is time, we will scale another nearby peak as well. We will spend the night in tents.
Day 9: Rest Day
Day 10: Muzdi-Bulak river
We will hike for approximately 15 kilometres along the Gusinoe lake to the Muzdi-Bulak river. We will spend the night in tents.
Day 11: Bertek petroglifs
Today we will hike for approximately 20 kilometres to the Kara-Bulak river, while crossing the Bertek petroglifs. We will spend the night in tents.
Day 12: Sudobay pass (2,900m)
We will hike for approximately 18 kilometres to the Sudobay river camp, while crossing the Subobay pass. We will spend the night in tents.
Day 13: Djazator
Today we will hike for approximately 15 kilometres through a forest to the village of Djazator. We will spend the night in a guesthouse. We will also enjoy a farewell dinner and some banya.
Day 14: Barnaul hotel
We will take a 840 kilometre transfer to the Barnaul hotel, where you will spend the night.
Day 15: Transfer to airport and departure home
Details
Accommodation 1 night in a yurt camp, 2 nights in a guesthouse in Djazator, 1 night in Barnaul airport, and camping in tents throughout the trek. |
Meeting point Barnaul airport |
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About the guide
Originally I'm from Altai, a little-known Siberian mountain region. I grew up and developed as a sportsmen and guide in Altai and the Tian-Shan mountains. Since 2010, I live in St. Petersburg and work a lot in the Caucasus region.
Since 2011 I am learning in the Russian Mountain Guides Association (RMGA), under auspices of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG). In 2015 I passed the Apprentice Ski Guide exam.
My main work destinations are Russian and CIS mountain regions as Altai, Khibiny, Tian-Shan, Kamchatka and all Caucasus. I specialize in ski tour and climbing projects in uncommon mountain regions of Russia and CIS.
What people are saying about Explore-Share
Teodora Jugrin
5.00
Nov 19, 2021
I had a very good experience booking the hike through Explore-Share. Communication with the team was prompt and clear and the booking process was seamless. The trip itself was also just perfect. Uroš was a fantastic guide, highly skilled and talented. The hike felt safe at all times, even on more exposed routes, thanks to him. He was always up to date on the weather forecast and planned the days around it, checked the conditions on the route ahead of me, if needed, discussed and adapted the routes to my level and always made sure I was safe and comfortable. I highly recommend him, as well as Explore-Share.
SG
5.00
Oct 25, 2021
Explore Share is a really usefull website that has a great overview of reviewed guides for a (in our case) hiking/climbing trip. During the booking I got assigned an assistent for Explore Share that helped solve questions that I might have. Great customer service, and I will come back again.
Dan Laufer
5.00
Oct 17, 2021
Explore-share was easy to use and the staff and guide w ere very responsive. The trip descriptions were accurate and the pricing reasonable. I would definitely recommend the site for people looking to do guided hiking.
Mac
5.00
Oct 13, 2021
Excellent!! Great guide and service. I had a very good experience. Id do it again.
Amanda Gardner
4.00
Sep 14, 2021
Guide was very experienced and very patient with us. We learned a lot and he tried to fit in all the knowledge he could in one day, super awesome. A little tough going back and forth to get the trip set up hard to tell if the site is sketchy until you see reviews but all worked out. Ended up with an awesome day with an awesome guide. Overall pretty satisfied and thankful!
Meret Schädler
5.00
Sep 14, 2021
The whole experience was great! The customer service of explore-share was really good. I always got an answer very quick. I would absolutely recommend to use explore-share if you are looking for a great guide in a foreign country. 5 stars!
john mcevoy
4.00
Sep 10, 2021
What a trip, fantastic guide who picked me up and dropped me off. Would use again.
Catherine Derroitte
5.00
Aug 25, 2021
It's the 2nd time we have been booking with Explore-Share. The booking was super easy and both Explore-Share and the guide were fast in their responses. We did rafting as a family with 3 kids for the first time in Slovenia. The guide (José) was super nice. He was doing everything he could to make everyone at ease with rafting (he gave clear explanations), have a great team spirit (we were joined by 2 other girls) and have a good time. We had lots of fun and the nature there is so beautiful. Thank you Explore-share and Soca splash for the great afternoon! I would recommend this activity to anyone without a doubt. My kids immediately told me they want to do rafting again soon !"
Aditya Kumar Jha
5.00
Aug 2, 2021
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Ibolya Kovacs
5.00
Jul 5, 2021
I am very pleased to have booked with this group. All of my mails have been answered in no-time, I felt really safe on the rock and the atmosfere of the whole group helped a lot not to mind about stressing. Will be back for more!
Prices per person
Group of 1 | EUR 3609 Each |
Group of 2 | EUR 3042 Each |
Group of 3 | EUR 2887 Each |
Group of 4 | EUR 2372 Each |
Group of 5 | EUR 2011 Each |
Group of 6 | EUR 1753 Each |
Group of 7 | EUR 1712 Each |
Group of 8 | EUR 1671 Each |
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Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation included
- Transport during the trip
- Permit and entrance fees
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Price details
Along with the guiding fee, the price also includes all necessary transfers during the trip, all accommodation, meals, horses for all luggage and horseman services, sauna on arrival and departure in Djazator, the usage of tents, cooking and climbing equipment, and national park fee along with assistance for visa applications and passport registration. However, the price does not include flights, personal expenses and extra sauna/banya costs.
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