Conquest of the Urals

Snow tour "Conquest of the Ural peaks" - a fascinating tour of the Ural mountains, with an exciting overcoming of passes.

Suitable for true connoisseurs of mountain nature, looking for vivid emotions and impressions, ready to plunge into the world of winter beauty and power.

You will get the skills of snowmobile management on rough terrain, immerse yourself in the life of a mining village, see centuries-old larch trees, a monument of geology - Domain Gate, conquer one of the thousandths of the Southern Urals - Mount Bolshaya Shatak, try Bashkir honey and delicious herbal tea with balm.

The route is designed for tourists from 18 years and older, children from 14 years old are allowed, accompanied by parents (without the right to drive a snowmobile).

For those who do not have enough time for a 4-day tour, there is an opportunity to visit a 3-day tour - it is the same tour, but without an additional walking day.

Tour programme

1 day

Arrival. Walking tour in the vicinity of the village of Kaga.

Independent arrival or transfer from Ufa/Beloretsk (paid separately, detailed information in the notes "Important to know").

Arrival at the Tengri Tourist Base.

Accommodation in 2 local rooms in dome houses made of energy-saving material based on modular prefabricated structures (possible 1-bed accommodation for an additional fee).

Lunch in the dining room with panoramic views of the Ural Mountains and the village of Kaga.

Selection of snowmobile equipment (we ask you to specify in the application - height, weight, leg size, head girth).

Walking trip in the vicinity of the village of Kaga, where you can feel all the charm of driving a snowmobile, as well as admire the winter Ural forest and charming landscapes. You will be guided along the route by experienced instructors who will teach you management and instruct you beforehand. Durable non-blown overalls made of membrane fabric, warm mittens and upholstery will protect from wind and snow. (Snow crossing ~ 20 km, ~ 2 hours).

Dinner.

2 days

Snowmobile exit along the border of the Bashkir State Reserve.

Breakfast.

Snow travel along the border of the Bashkir State Reserve, the ridges of Middle Krak: immersion in the aesthetics of South Ural nature.

(Snow crossing ~ 30 km, ~ 3 hours).

Before the upcoming 3-day departure on hr. B. Shatak needs to improve the skills of snowmobile management on rough terrain, to work with the group, because in the mountains, mutual assistance and mutual understanding in the team are important.

Lunch.

Excursion "History of Kaga village and Ural ironworks". Kaga is one of the most original villages on the territory of Bashkiria, located between two rivers - wise White and playful Kaga. The village was founded in the first half of the 18th century, in the southern part of the Ural Mountains and for several centuries has experienced a rich and interesting history: the construction of an iron factory of the Demidov dynasty and with it the rapid development of the village, the test of fire and famine after a fire, miraculous healing from typhus, etc. We will tell you how the villagers managed to preserve their color, hear their talk, learn about the holidays and customs that are celebrated only here.

“Dumplings”: the evening will be held in a friendly family atmosphere for leisurely conversations and sculpting dumplings.

Dinner.

3 days

Snow travel to the Big Shatak mountain range.

Breakfast.

Snowmobile exit to the Big Shatak mountain range (1270 m).

(Snow crossing ~ 70-80 km. ~ 7-8 hours).

A real winter adventure awaits you - a trip on snowmobiles to one of the thousands of people in the Southern Urals. You will see: rock remains and volcanic rocks, turned by the sea into large boulders, an old larch about 400 years old, a natural monument - Kukhtur tract, the top of B. Shatak. Departure is designed for 7-8 hours (depending on weather conditions and the preparedness of the group), physical activity is expected, as a large move and a long stay in the open air.

During the departure, lunch is planned in the winter forest: hot food in thermoses, delicious sandwiches and, of course, warm tea, which will give strength and vigor to move on to the intended goal.

Dinner.

White bath.

Day 4.

Departure to the White and Black River Valley.

Breakfast at the Tengri camp.

Departure to the White and Black River Valley.

Inspection of the geological monument of nature - Domain Gate. With its bizarre shape, this rock resembles a giant gate of a furnace, and clearly expressed layers of rocks make it possible to get acquainted with the device of the earth’s crust (Snowmobile crossing ~ 30-40 km).

Lunch at the Tengri camp.

"At a cup of tea ..." - tasting of Bashkir honey, herbal tea and balms of local production.

Independent departure after lunch (up to 15 local time).

Vacation of rooms until 12:00 (local time).

Or departure on a group transfer to Ufa / Beloretsk for an additional fee.

It's important to know:

Dates of arrival:

December:

21.12-24.12 - 65 000 rubles

30.12-02.01 - 74 000 rubles

January:

02.01-05.01 - 70 000 rubles

05.01-08.01 - 70 000 rubles

18.01-21.01 - 65 000 rubles

February:

08.02-11.02 - 65 000 rubles

22.02-25.02 - 65 000 rubles

29.02-03.03 - 65 000 rubles

March:

07.03-10.03 - 65 000 rubles

Transfer: The beginning / end of the tour of Ufa. A surcharge of 4,000 rubles. Man.

Start of tour:

Group meeting in Ufa:

10.00 local time (difference with Moscow time + 2 hours) in Ufa the central entrance of the UFA Department Store (October Avenue, 31)

Group transfer to Kaga (300 km).

Conclusion of tour:

Departure to Ufa on a group transfer from Kaga village

Ufa (Ufa Department Store) Estimated arrival in Ufa by 21:00

Transfer: The beginning / end of the tour of Beloretsk. Supplement 3600 rubles. Man.

Start of tour:

Meeting in Beloretsk (auto and railway station):

- on the day of arrival from 04.00 to 06.00.

- on the eve of the day of arrival from 20.00 to 22.00. Tourists additionally pay for accommodation at the camp (1 overnight) Breakfast-included

Group transfer** to Kaga village (80 km).

Conclusions:

Departure to Beloretsk:

On the day of departure, a group transfer from Kaga was organized

to the railway station of Beloretsk (from 15 hours to 16 local time).

Possible surcharges

Single accommodation in the room at the camp: +7 500 rubles (3 n.)

Single accommodation on a snowmobile: +30 000 rubles.

Accommodation

Turbaza "Tengri" is a tourist complex in which the buildings of the late 19th century harmoniously coexist (the estate of the mining hospital) and modern domed houses. Turbage is a working example of the use of a single complex of alternative energy at a distance from major cities. All thermal equipment (including operator displays) is not typically located in the technical room, but at the reception desk in an open visual version. This allows you to demonstrate, tell tourists about its purpose, in practice causing additional interest among tourists.

On the territory-detached building of the kitchen-dining room, the house of the administrator of the tourist base, baths, houses for accommodation of guests, a place for parking vehicles; Checkout hour: 12:00. In case of availability of seats / rooms, early check-in / late departure without additional charges is possible.

Accommodation: "comfort." Dome house with a total area of 60 m2; Each dome house has 3 rooms (2-3 local) and 2 communal bathrooms. Equipment of the room: 2-3 single beds with orthopedic mattresses, cabinets / shelves for storing things, a mirror. Heating / water supply / sewerage - centralized;

Possible single accommodation in the room (for an additional fee);

Not included in the price:

Individual transfers (including air and railway tickets), self-catering, additional services in hotels, alcoholic beverages, a luggage tray, additional excursions (including activities, baths), souvenirs.

Age of tourists:

18 years and older. Children from 14 years old are allowed on the route, accompanied by parents without the right to drive a snowmobile.

Food:

- at the camp - stationary, three times a day, on the base the cook prepares food; - on the active part - food in thermoses, sandwiches, tea. Requests for special food, including vegetarian, require prior approval from the tour operator.

Route length:

Length of snow crossings on the route: 180 km. These distances are approximate.

The speed of movement of the group on snowmobiles depends both on weather conditions and on the skills of management and adaptation of each. Instructors are trained to drive a snowmobile, controlling the “movement of the center of gravity”, as well as the skills of riding on rough terrain with climbing uphill on lateral slopes.

Level of difficulty

The tour is designed for untrained tourists, but requires participants to exercise *We consider applications from 1 snowmobile.

For organized groups, the tour can be held on any dates in agreement with the tour operator.

Persons in need of treatment and constant medical supervision are not recommended to travel along tourist routes.

Equipment supplied:

personal - sleeping bag, bed linen; dishes for the group, thermoses; special - Snowmobiles "Polaris" with equipment, equipment (combines, shoes, bagels, gloves, helmet). For an additional fee, you can rent on a tourist base: valenki, tourist skis.

Escort:

On the route, a group (up to 15 people) is accompanied by 2 guide instructors, providing comfort and safety.

List of recommended personal equipment (don’t forget):

Backpack/bag; warm headdress covering the ears; "ladder x / b", covering the forehead, nose and mouth from wind and frost; scarf; wet mittens (or 2 pairs per change); 2-3 pairs of wool socks; comfortable warm outerwear, not restricting movement; warm tracksuit / fleece suit; wool tights; replaceable set of thermal underwear.

Follow the principle of multi-layered clothing.

To visit the bath: swimsuit / floats, slates.

Remember: Personal hygiene items (washing kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap), comb, bath towel), personal first aid kit, flashlight, photo/video equipment (in a waterproof case), charger or external battery (Powerbank) for the phone.

Carefully consider the choice of shoes: warm and allows you to move along winter forest trails (excursions to natural sites).

You must have personal documents with you, as well as a compulsory health insurance policy.

Tourists on notice.

15,-25°C, day -10, -20°C. In order not to spoil the impressions of outdoor activities, be more attentive to the selection of personal equipment. Experience suggests that valenki – still vital Russian winter shoes! For the record! To drive a snowmobile, you need a certificate for the right to drive a snowmobile; minimum - a driver's license of category B (car). The tourist bears financial responsibility in case of intentional harm to the "Host Party" or its property, or in case of violation of safety rules when driving a snowmobile!

Buying a tour ticket at the price of "two on a snowmobile" is possible provided the total weight of participants on one car is not more than 150-170 kg. With the weight of one participant “120 kg or more”, only participation in the tour is possible at the price of “one on a snowmobile”.

Tour conditions:

Tour at a fixed price is carried out from 2 snowmobiles (4 people - when placing "two on a snowmobile", 2 people - when placing "one on a snowmobile").

If the group is short on arrival, the tour operator has the right to refuse the tour for 48 hours or request the postponement of the date.

Conducting a tour with a shortage of the group is possible in an individual format, while the cost of the tour is recalculated.

The itinerary or schedule of the route may be adjusted on site based on weather conditions, group preparedness and other circumstances.

* Transfer to the tourist base and back is provided strictly on the day of arrival / departure at the time specified in the program.

** Group transfer - transportation of tourists to / from the accommodation facility. It can be carried out on the transport of the tour operator, as well as by attracting third parties (including shuttle taxis and shuttle buses).

Transfer (depending on the choice of the start and end of the tour), intra-route transport, accommodation at the camp (2 local accommodation) and meals, rental of snowmobiles and equipment, fuel, bath under the program, accident insurance in the amount of 50000 rubles, work of staff and instructors