Organization of climbing Mount Belukha in Kazakhstan -
Eco tours in Katon-Karagay National Park -
Berel Glacier - consists of two glaciers, the large Berel Glacier and the small Berel Glacier, located at an altitude of 1984 meters above sea level on Mount Belukha. The length of the small glacier is 8 kilometers, the length of the large glacier is 10 kilometers. The glacier and the surrounding area are part of the specially protected area of the Katon-Karagay Park with its unique location and unique nature. A mountain trail leads to the glacier, which local mountain guides know, it is possible to organize a trip while in the reserve. This trip can be transformed into a horse tour, the horses will accompany us to certain heights, then you need to move on foot.
How to get there, visit -
The Berel Glacier is located on the border of Kazakhstan and Russia in the Katon-Karagay National Park, Katon-Karagay District, East Kazakhstan Region, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 49°45′33″N 86°39′41″E
Information -
The Berel Glacier is one of the key natural attractions of the Kazakh Altai, unique in its landscape and accessibility. It originates from the slopes of Mount Belukha, collecting eight ice streams that descend through steep cliffs. The main branch, called the Big Berel Glacier, reaches a height of 1980 m, and the Small Berel Glacier has a high-mountain "circus" surrounded by cliffs and filled with snow and ice. The glacier is surrounded by majestic peaks and stands out from others by the low location of the snow line, which makes it one of the most accessible glaciers in the region. The Bolshoy Berelsky Glacier is also distinguished by the particularly steep slopes and numerous transverse cracks, which create a picturesque but difficult-to-reach relief. From the history of the glacier, it is known that it was first discovered in 1835 by the explorer F. Gebler and was considered one of the first glaciers in Altai to be included in scientific reports. In the 20th century, the glacier was repeatedly studied and mapped. For example, in 1935, during an alpiniad led by M.V. Tronov, the length of the Bolshoy Berelsky Glacier (8 km) and the Maly (6 km) was determined. The expeditions also helped to open new routes, including an ascent to the Berelsky peak. Modern research continues to evaluate changes in the moraines and shape of the glacier, which remains an important object for climbers and geomorphologists.
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