TREKKING / CLIMBING / CAMPING
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Glamping is a glamorous camping. It is a modern, eco-friendly and very comfortable way to escape from the city to where you can listen to the sound of the river all night, wake up with a view of the mountains.
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How to climb a peak in North Tie Shans There is a number of beautiful, high and accessible mounts in Zailisky Alatau ridge that can be climbed in almost any season, just in 1 day. If you are firm with your decision to make aclimb, check these 3 steps. |
Useful tips from our senior guide and famous mountaineer Alexey Raspopov. How and where to set a tent? How to anchor it in a wind? How to survive and keep warmth in the snow? How to cook? Find answers here. |
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Turgen: best trekking destination Love trekking? Inspired by nature? Search for wildness? Check the following 5 reasons to choose Turgen Gorge as your next trekking destination in Tien Shan mountains. |
Climbing Khan Tengri: tactics and acclimatization plan Climbing recommendations from a famous mountaineer Alexey Raspopov, who worked as a guide at Khan Tengri peak for more than 10 years and reached its top 11 times. Classic route from the north. |
Avalanche safety by Alex Raspopov Safety recommendations from the famous climber: what must be remembered when going to the mountains. Weather aтв season, relief, snow conditions. How to assess the avalanche danger. |
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Khan Tengri peak history - first ascent Khan Tengri (7010m) was first climbed on September 11, 1931 by alpinists Mikhail Pogrebetsky, Boris Tyurin and Franz Zaubrer. The expedition was organized by the Academy of Sciences, it included both climbing tasks and scientific investigations in the Central Tien Shan. |
This guide contains descriptions of the best hiking trails around Almaty. We have selected the safest and most beautiful routes, which will help you exploring the variety of natural landscapes from glaciers to deserts. |
Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in the world. Its territory is huge, and the nature is amazing and diverse. With such dimensions, our country remains one of the most sparsely populated in the world. We can afford huge National Parks! |
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Anchoring on rocks with stoppersStoppers are one (of the few) types of fixation elements used to belay on rocks. Unlike friends or camalots (whose cams actively expand in cracks), stoppers are passive protection and work by jamming in rock cracks due to their wedge-shaped shape. |
All about carabiners
In this review we will talk about the different types of carabiners, their features and applications. Let's touch on such important aspects as design, gate and lock, forms, size, weight, materials, durability, certification and maintenance. |
 How to choose climbing harness Buying a climbing harness is now no longer difficult - there is a large selection of brands and stores. You just need to spend a little time studying the issue before purchasing so that the item fits and meets the objectives. |
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How to choose boots for the mountainsHere is an overview of the different types of boots suitable for trekking and climbing in our mountains (Northern Tien Shan) and other regions. By clearly defining your goals and the experience you want to have, you can make the right choice of shoe type. |
Care and maintenance of climbing gear
Climbing equipment must be checked regularly and properly maintained. This will not only increase the service life of the parts, but will also keep the gear in working order, providing much of safety. |
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This list of hiking gear and clothes/boots can serve as a good guide when preparing for a day trip to the mountains. The length, weather and difficulty of the upcoming hike will determine what items you take with you and what items you leave behind. |
Climber's checklist for Talgar peakRegularly organizing commercial and sports expeditions to the highest point of the Northern Tien Shan, Talgar Peak (5017m), we have accumulated extensive experience in preparing such events. Based on it, we decided to share a basic list of clothing and special equipment. |
Descenders and belay devices
As a rule, almost all belay devices can be used in two ways: for rappelling and for belaying a partner. Their shapes and designs differ in functionality and purpose. |
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