Kayaking in Siberia

A journey into Siberia and the Altay Mountains. Kayak great whitewater in remote Areas with exceptional Guides. 

Siberia was off the list for most kayakers due to the cold war but the rivers there were the most thought after since long. Easily accessible with our Expedition vehicle we will explore the drainages of the Altay mountains located in the border area of Russia, Mongolia, China and Kazakhstan. Great Siberian forests, plenty of Whitewater and Russian hospitality.

See for yourself what Siberia is all about and explore some of the best rivers out there.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive Moscow, transfer to Hotel, equipment check and briefing. Stay at Hotel. Sightseeing around the Kreml and Red Square.

Day 2
Early morning flight to Barnaul , drive to Gorno Altai. Camp.

Day 3
Drive to Chuya River (IV). A short run to get used to our equipment and Whitewater.Camp.

Day 4
A long drive will get us to the Chulyshman Gorge (IV-V). Camp.

Day 6
The Gorge consists of plenty grade IV Whitewater with long scouting grade V rapids and some small portages. Camp.

Day 7
More grade IV-V rapids during early afternoon we will meet our truck at a bridge. Restock our equipment. Camp.

Day 8
A longer section of grade III's before the river drops again into some mayor medium volume grade V sections. Camp.

Day 9
More rapids to come grade III-IV. Our truck will be waiting for us and we surely will be looking forward to stretch our legs by then.

Day 10
A late start in the morning before we had back up the road for the famous Bashkaush River (IV-V). Camp.

Day 11
The Bashkaush river starts with easy grade III through a grand canyon. High walls will isolate us from the surroundings. Camp.

Day 12
Today we will enter the gorge of the Bashkaush. The river drops and plenty of grades IV and V are ahead. Plenty of challenging Whitewater in an isolated gorge and region. Camp.

Day 13
The Bashkaush seems relentless and plenty of challenging kayaking is ahead. Camp.

Day 14
Our last day on the river will still have plenty of challenging rapids and a mayor portage. The truck will wait for us with all the goodies stored.

Day 15
Relax; clean the equipment, repack and reorganize. Drive to Ala Tau to stock up with Chocolate and other sweets. Camp.

Day 16
Drive to Barnaul . Transfer to Airport. Arrive in Moscow , Transfer to Hotel.

Day 17
Depending on your international flight schedule, sightseeing or relaxing. Transfer to Airport.

Tour cost includes
»Accommodation Moscow (twin share)
»Return flight Moscow/Barnaul/Moscow
»All domestic transport as listed in itinerary
»All National Park permits & entrance fees
»Satellite Phone.
»15kg luggage allowance + kayak.
»Comprehensive medical kit

Not included in the tour cost
»Personal expenses such as drinks, postage, laundry and souvenirs.
»Meals
»Kayaks, paddles and other equipment (can be arranged on 20$/day)
»International flights and departure taxes
»Visa and passport fees
»Travel insurance
»Emergency evacuation
»Tips and gratuities
»Costs arising from unforeseen events outside the control of Shiva Outdoors(e.g. Landslides)

Note
Please note that the published itinerary is a statement of intent and to be used as a guide only. The guide in charge of your trip will alter the schedule if conditions necessitate and any/all such alterations are at the discretion of Shiva Outdoors and your guide.

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