Winter Bashkiria
Description:
Snowmobile route "Winter Bashkiria" is a fascinating winter trip through the picturesque terrain along the border of the Bashkir State Reserve.
Tourists move along the route by snowmobile, both as a passenger and as a driver (if desired and after passing the instruction on management and safety rules), since the snowmobile does not require special physical data and skills.
Tour programme
1 day
A tour depot. Selection of equipment. Snow crossing in the vicinity of the village of Kaga ~ 20 km
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. Tour of Kaga village. Pelmeni pelmeni
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 at the Tengri tourist base.
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
Snowmobile exit to the Big Shatak mountain range (1270 m). bath
Breakfast at the Tengri camp.
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.
4 days
Snow travel to the valley of the White and Black rivers. Tasting of Bashkir honey
Breakfast at the Tengri camp.
Departure to the White and Black River Valley.
(Snow crossing ~ 30-40 km. ~ 3 hours)
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 structure of the earth’s crust.
Lunch.
"At a cup of tea ..." - tasting of Bashkir honey, herbal tea and balms of local production.
Rest at the base.
Dinner.
5 days
Excursions to nature reserves: cave paintings, a mysterious cave, stewardship, marals.
Breakfast.
Motor transport to the Bashkir State Reserve (30 km) - the very first reserve formed in the Southern Urals. The reserve lies in that part of the Urals, where its main ridges Krak and Ural Tau lose their meridional direction and disintegrate into a network of very complex hills. Acquaintance with the museum and excursion complex will begin with the history and features of the nature of the reserve and the Southern Urals. At the enclosure with marals you can watch them, learn interesting facts about their horns and make memorable photos.
Moving to Burzyansky district (70 km). Lunch is on the way.
Visit to the museum and demonstration complex of the Shulgan-Tash Reserve (pedestrian part 4 km). Acquaintance with the object of natural and cultural heritage, included in the preliminary UNESCO World Heritage List: a unique monument of the Paleolithic era - the Shulgan-Tash cave (Kapova cave). Thousands of years ago, primitive people lived in it and left their drawings on the walls - images of animals. Such ancient drawings, before their discovery in this cave, were known only in the caves of Spain and France.
Return to the Tengri tourist base (100 km). Dinner.
6 days
Horse-sleeping exit in the vicinity of the village.
Breakfast. Release of rooms until 12.00
Introducing the harness. Training in horse management skills in a sled. Introductory radial equestrian ride in the vicinity of the village, with a visit to observation and viewpoints (duration ~ 2 hours). Perhaps, for an extra fee, riding a horse.
Lunch.
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.
Tour dates
21.12-26.12 - 79,900 rubles.
30.12-04.01 - 88 900 rubles.
05.01-10.01 - 84,900 rubles.
18.01-23.01 - 79,900 rubles.
08.02-13.02 - 79,900 rubles.
22.02-27.02 - 79,900 rubles.
07.03-12.03 - 79,900 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: +12 500 rubles (5 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.
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.
Escort:
On the route, a group (up to 15 people) is accompanied by 2 guide instructors, providing comfort and safety.
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.
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 price includes:
Accommodation at the camp (place in a 2-seat room in a domed house), meals under the program, renting a snowmobile (when placing "two on a snowmobile"), renting equipment, fuel, a bath under the program, accident insurance in the amount of 50,000 rubles, the work of staff and instructors.