Altai Mountains - Breathtaking Valleys And Hills- Russia's Top Destination Spot
The Altai Mountains are found right in the center of Russia, close to its borders with China, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia. Due to their strength and beauty, they are frequently referred to as "Russian Tibet," "Siberian Switzerland," and even "New Zealand." The Belukha Mountain is the highest point in both the Siberian region and the Altai Mountains.
Best time to visit: Jul-To-Sep
Things to do: Spot Snow Leopards, Hiking Mount Khuiten, Vist Olgii Golden Eagle Festival, Camping in Khoton Lake
HOW TO REACH ALTAI MOUNTAINS
- Flight - A plane is the finest mode of transportation to the Altai. The two most well-known Altai cities, Barnaul and Gorno-Altaysk, are directly accessible from Moscow. Altai Airport is the closest airport to Altai (LTI). Altai Airport is 1.8 miles / 2.9 km away from Altai.
HOW TO GET AROUND
- Local Bus - If you are traveling wild, opt for local buses! They run around Altai at every hour, reasonable and convenient. If you can't catch one, ask the hotel staff you are staying in to help you.
- Hitchhike - Traveling free or out in wilderness won't come with a lot of options! Still, hitchhike is one of the best options if you wanna save up on the daily commute. Be careful who you ask for the ride and know your way around with a map!
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