Lake Ukok

Lake Ukok is located on the plateau of the same name, located on the territory of the Altai Republic in Russia. Located at the junction of the borders of Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Russia and China, Ukok, like many other sights of Altai, is on the UNESCO Heritage List.

In Ukok flows a river called Kara-Bulak, from the left tributary is the river Ak-Alaha. The lake is surrounded by small peninsulas and almost on all sides surrounded by mountain peaks. For example, on the south side of Ukok is adjacent to Bulak Mountain, whose height reaches 2547 m.

If we talk about fish, then in the pond you can meet the gharius, catching which must be issued a permit. This can be done at the border crossing.

Visiting Ukok Lake requires a special permit from the border services, as it is located near the state border. Foreigners need to get a pass a month before the trip.

Many ruts lead to the reservoir, but the terrain is swampy, so in rainy weather it will be quite difficult to reach the destination. The most suitable season for a trip to Ukok is, of course, summer, it is at this time that many excursions are held, but do not forget that the number of tourists in this period will be considerable. The ideal time to visit Lake Ukok is September, since in the Altai Republic at this time it is still dry and warm, and prices will decrease significantly.