Tours and excursions from any city in Kazakhstan to Southern Altai -
Travel in Eastern Kazakhstan -
Southern Altai is a mountain range and ridge, its western part is located on the territory of Kazakhstan on the territory of Katon-Karagay and Kurchum districts, a picturesque mountainous area and a place of ecological tourism. It borders with the Russian Federation (Altai Republic) and China (Altai Krai). Its length is about 140 km, the average height is 3487 meters above sea level, the highest point is 3871 m. The Kara-Koba River and the Arasan River originate on the mountain slopes of Southern Altai. Here is also the famous Rakhmanovskoye Lake where the Arasan River flows into and out of which downstream is Lake Arasan (Maloye Rakhmanovskoye) and the Arasan waterfall. The area is also famous for the Rakhmanovskie Klyuchi sanatorium, from which there is a mountain route to the Radostny Pass, which offers a beautiful mountain panorama of Mount Belukha. Also, if you visit the Markakol Nature Reserve, you will see the pearl of the reserve, Lake Markakol.
How to get there, visit -
Southern Altai is located in the Katon-Karagay and Kurchum districts, Markakol and Katon-Karagay Nature Reserves, East Kazakhstan Region, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 49°07'58"N 87°03'53"E
Information -
The Southern Altai Ridge and its western part are located south of the Northern Tarbagatai Ridge, and the eastern part is washed by the Bukhtarma River. From the south, the ridge is adjacent to the picturesque Alatay and Kyzykezen mountain ranges, forming a unique natural complex. Southern Altai is a network of sublatitudinal ridges that alternate with inland mountain valleys and depressions, creating a complex and diverse landscape. Stretching for 142 kilometers, the ridge enchants travelers with its picturesque views, dense forests, high-mountain meadows and deep gorges. Its slopes are home to many rare plants and animals, and local climatic conditions contribute to the development of both alpine and taiga vegetation. This part of Altai attracts not only with its natural beauty, but also with the opportunity to explore ancient trails leading to mountain passes, fast rivers and crystal clear lakes. This is an ideal place for those who seek silence, harmony with nature and unforgettable views.
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