Tourism and mountaineering in Kazakhstan and Almaty region -
The best time to hike in the mountains of Almaty city -
Peak Malysh is a mountain peak located at an altitude of 3820 meters above sea level in the middle part of the Small Almaty gorge on the rocky isthmus of the Molodezhny peak and Titov peak. The peak is not very difficult to climb, but you still need to be in good physical shape and have the skill to be in the mountains at altitudes over 3000 meters above sea level. The route to Peak Malysh starts from the high-mountain base Chmmbulak, which can be reached by taxi from the Medeo sports complex or by the Medeo-Chimbulak cable car from the Medeu tract, which is located just below the Medeu high-mountain skating rink. On the way you will walk along the Malaya Almatinka River above the Mynzhylki tract, rest at the T1 glaciological station and continue your route. On the approach to the peak, a rock slide begins, the trail disappears, so you need to navigate by the stone tours (stone pyramids), which are installed along the final part of the route to the peak. It is best to make your hike to the peak from May to October, this is the most favorable and safe time.
How to get there, visit -
Peak Malysh is located in the Zailiyskiy Alatau mountains in the upper reaches of the Maly Almaty gorge, Ile-Alatau Park, above the Mynzhylki tract, Medeu district, Almaty region, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 43°03'57"N 77°03'25"E
Safety -
When hiking to Malysh peak (summit), be sure to use the services of certified mountain guides. Mountain guides will prepare you for the hike, instruct you and safely lead you along the route. Do not hike alone, do not leave the trail, do not go close to rocky cliffs and snow cornices, watch the weather and choose clear sunny days for your trip. During the hike, always stay in a group so that everyone is always in sight of each other, always wait for those who lag behind. Do not hike in the mountains at night or in the dark. Calculate your time in the mountains wisely, be sure to consult with mountain guides. For a hike in the mountains, use special sports clothing and equipment, do not go to the mountains in flip-flops, slippers and light soft shoes, take care of your feet, your feet should be protected by reliable mountain shoes for trekking and hiking with ankle fixation. Do not forget about mountain sickness and the need for acclimatization in a mountainous area for a further comfortable stay in the mountains.
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