Yandex Travel analysts have compiled the top 7 regions of Russia for active winter recreation. RT took a look at the rating. First of all, analysts included the Murmansk region in the list.
“You can explore the wild landscapes of the Kola Peninsula on snowmobiles, and the most daring and prepared tourists enjoy the local landscapes from the top of frozen waterfalls. Fans of active pastime should also visit Khibiny,” experts advised.
It is noted that there are ski slopes and a northern safari center where you can learn to drive a snowmobile yourself and go with a guide even to the shore of the White Sea.
“You can go on an excursion to the Polar Alpine Garden and the Khibiny National Park – the best winter views open from there. And it’s worth taking a ride on the slopes at the Bolshoy Vudyavr ski resort with slopes ranging from 350 to 2.5 thousand meters,” experts said.
Next, the service included the Altai Territory in the rating.
“Majestic mountains, endless steppes and wild rivers make the winters of the Altai Mountains especially beautiful. Here everyone will find something to their liking, from relaxing walks to extreme adventures – ice climbing, freeriding and much more. In addition to natural views, Altai attracts many with its spa diversity. In Belokurikha there are sanatoriums and hotels with all kinds of baths, saunas, thermal springs and massages that will help you fully recover after an eventful day,” the company noted.
In addition, according to experts, it is worth visiting the Republic of Karelia.
“Ruskeala Mountain Park is the main tourist attraction in Karelia. Marble rocks here are reflected in clear green lakes. Hiking, water and underground trails are available, as well as ski trails and dog sledding in winter. In February, Petrozavodsk hosts the Hyperborea festival with an ice figure competition and a winter carnival. Another important tourist location is the Kivach waterfall,” RT’s interlocutors recalled.
They also advised us to visit Baikal.
“The ice of Lake Baikal is a separate miracle of nature. The best place for ice skating is Olkhon Island; it has been included more than once in the list of best places to travel. Tours for five to eight days for ice skating are organized in the village of Listvyanka. If your physical fitness allows, you can ride around the lake on a winter bike with spikes. Another attraction “Khivus” is a hovercraft that can travel both on ice and water,” the analysts added.
The service also mentioned that the mountains of Bashkortostan are ideal for winter sports.
“The Abzakovo ski resort has 13 slopes (including routes for children and beginners), an ice skating rink, tubing, dog sledding and the Aquarium water park with pools and water slides. And you can go to Bannoye Lake to try snow tubing, ice fishing, walks to waterfalls and recreation centers. You can also visit nurseries, a fishing farm and ancient human sites,” experts said.
It is noted that a trip to Tuva is a good opportunity to plunge into the ethnic world of nomads.
“In the Ubsunur Basin you can see glaciers, tundra, taiga, steppes and deserts. Swimming in the hot springs of Ush-Beldir and Tarys against the backdrop of snowy landscapes will create a bright contrast. Winter activities include reindeer sledding, hiking in the taiga and ethnographic tours with visits to the Ergaki Natural Park, Morensky Caves and rafting along the Piy-Khem. Such a trip will leave unforgettable impressions of the nature and culture of the region,” the rating emphasizes.
In addition, experts noted the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic.
“In the Elbrus region you can try ice climbing – climbing ice walls (they are also available for beginners). There is also a large ski resort on Elbrus, where there are more than ten tracks with a length of up to 2.5 thousand meters. On Blue Lake there is the only underwater research center in Russia. There you can go ice diving and learn a little more about the winter underwater world. The Cherek Gorge belongs to the gorges – very narrow and high canyons. In some places the gorge narrows to 15-20 m. Considering that the height of the rocks reaches 500-700 m, the impressions are unforgettable: it seems as if the stone walls are about to shrink. You can go on either an independent hike or a tour with a guide,” the company concluded.
Earlier, analysts from the travel planning service OneTwoTrip found out in which cities to look for the most impressive Christmas trees this year and how much a trip there would cost.
Source: russian.rt.com
