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Medic Peak (mountain route and mountain hike)


Where to go to the mountains on the weekend in the Small Almaty Gorge -

Interesting natural attractions in the mountains of Almaty -

Medic Peak is a mountain peak located at an altitude of 3490 meters above sea level in the Zailiyskiy Alatau Mountains on a mountain range between the Small Almaty Gorge and the Gorelnik Gorge. The mountain is very popular among lovers of active recreation and hiking in the mountains. Climbing the mountain can be done both from the Gorelnik Gorge and from the Small Almaty Gorge from the high-mountain base Shymbulak through the Gate Tuyuk-Su tract. On the way to the mountain from the Small Almaty Gorge, first climb to the Mynzhilki peak, then descend along the ridge to the Medic Peak and at the same time visit the Pribornaya mountain, which is also located on our way. Then they descend into the Gorelnik gorge and go back along a different, no less interesting route, visiting the famous Gorelnik waterfalls along the way and descending to the beginning of the gorge, where the Gorelnik hot water springs are located. Then they descend to the Medeo tract and the valley of the Small Almaty River, where the Medeo high-mountain skating rink is located, where you can skate in winter. This route is very interesting and picturesque, covering many locations at once and two mountain gorges with beautiful natural attractions in them.

How to get there and visit -

Medic Peak is located in the Ile-Alatau Mountain Park in the upper reaches of the Gorelnik and Maloye Almatinskoye mountain gorges, the Zailiysky Alatau Mountains, Medeu District, Almaty Region, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 43°05'43"N 77°03'18"E

Safety in the mountains -

When hiking to Medic Peak, 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 hike alone, do not leave the trail, do not go close to rocky cliffs, snow cornices, and turbulent rivers. Calculate your physical strength for being in the mountains correctly, if you feel unwell, be able to stop in time and turn back, and inform the mountain guide about your condition. Monitor 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. Plan 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. Use special sportswear and equipment for hiking in the mountains. 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. Also in the spring (May) there are ticks in the mountains, we recommend not visiting the mountains during this period.

photos: Мария @mari_lucky_

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