One-day excursions in the mountains of Almaty -
Mountain walks in the Small Almaty Gorge -
Mountain Mokhnatka is a mountain peak located at an altitude of 2280 meters above sea level between the Medeu tract and the Kok-Zhailau mountain plateau. The mountain is very popular among fans of active recreation and hiking in the mountains. The hike begins at Prosveshchenets (Ak-Aulak stop), which is located before reaching the Medeo sports complex. The route is 7 kilometers long, travel time is 4-7 hours depending on your physical fitness. The climb up the mountain is quite steep, at the top of the mountain there is a large mountain meadow, from which a beautiful mountain panorama of the city of Almaty opens up. Also, from the mountain you will see the Small Almaty Gorge from a bird's eye view and the Kumbel mountain peak. In addition to the listed mountain attractions, the mountain has a good view of the Shymbulak high-mountain base and the Big Talgar mountain pass, which is reached by cable car. There is a bench on the mountain where everyone takes a memorable photo against the backdrop of the Zailiyskiy Alatau mountains. You need to descend the mountain along the ascent route.
How to get there and visit -
Mount Mokhnatka is located in the Zailiyskiy Alatau mountains in a mountainous area near the Medeo tract and the Small Almaty gorge, Medeu district, Almaty region, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 43°08'56"N 77°03'00"E
Safety -
When hiking to Mount Mokhnatka, be sure to use the services of certified mountain guides. Mountain guides will prepare you for the hike, instruct you and safely guide you along the route. Do not go to the mountains alone, do not leave the path, do not go close to rock cliffs, snow cornices and turbulent rivers. 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 walk in the mountains at night and in the dark. Calculate your time in the mountains wisely, try to return in the afternoon before dusk and complete darkness, be sure to consult with mountain guides about this. For hiking in the mountains, use special sportswear 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 altitude sickness and the need for acclimatization in a mountainous area for a further comfortable stay in the mountains.
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