When planning a family vacation, you should carefully choose the time and place of the trip. It is also necessary to take into account the wishes of family members who prefer forest, sea or mountain recreation. In this case, it is best to choose a specialized boarding house or rest house, in the territory of which you can easily relax for all family members. One of such institutions is the notorious recreation center "Korogon" (Altai Mountains). Where is she located? What services and types of relaxation does it offer?
General information about the recreation center
Korogon is a large recreation center located in the Chemal district on the banks of the Middle Katun River. It is located 338 km from Barnaul and 512 km from Novosibirsk. It is famous for its unusually picturesque views, remoteness from noisy city life and a large number of options for entertaining family leisure.
A few words about Chemal
Chemal district deserves special attention. Few people know that “Chemals” translates as “anthill” or “ant nest”. In not so distant times, this region was famous for a large number of succulent feeds, which is why it was very popular among shepherds and drovers. During their journey through the vast expanses of Chemal, herds of goats and sheep resembled the measured and unhurried movement of ants.
Chemal itself is located at an altitude of 410 m above sea level, near Gorno-Altaysk, in the northern part of the Altai Republic. The first information about the appearance of the Chemal camp dates back to 1830. From ancient times people came here from Barnaul, Biysk, Tomsk and other regions of Russia, dreaming of walking along mountain trails, riding horses and having a great time away from civilization.
Amazing microclimate of the Chemal region
Chemal district is a special place where a peculiar microclimate reigns. Many visitors have the impression that the local weather is very different from that typical of the Altai Mountains.
She is very capricious and sometimes unpredictable, so happy or upset by the sharp temperature jumps, wind and even unexpected precipitation. However, in the summer, as if it were all over. Locals say that during this period the weather seems to take a vacation and still pleases vacationers with its stable warmth.
The rebellious and proud Altai Territory
Translated from the Mongolian "Altai" is translated as "golden". This is truly an unusual region, comfortably located in the very center of Eurasia and affecting the territory of the following states: Mongolia, Kazakhstan, China and Russia. It is famous for its bright and impressively versatile relief, since here you can meet not only wide basins and picturesque mountain ranges, but also unforgettable landscapes of the steppes and forests of the taiga.
All the delights of the weather in the Altai Territory
Beautiful and unique weather in Altai. It is characterized by an uneven distribution of precipitation by season. So, in the western regions of the region, approximately 40% of precipitation falls. Moreover, in winter, the thickness of the snow cover is 2-3, less often 5 m.
In the summer, Altai is very hot. This is due to its location and distance from the oceans. In winter it is cold and windy, but often the weather is clear and frosty. The average annual air temperature here is + 4º, and in the highlands reaches -7º. On the slopes of mountain ranges the temperature is more or less stable and keeps at around 10º. However, this area is characterized by unexpected summer snowfalls and gusty winds.
July is considered the hottest month. The temperature here is kept within + 16-18 º. During the month, the temperature can increase to + 25-30 º, but this is not always the case. The coldest place in Altai is considered Chui steppe. It is here that air temperature can reach its critical minimum of 32-62 º. Here is such an interesting and unique weather in Altai, where our Korogon is located.
Cottages, recreation area, recreation area
The territory of the recreation center is small. But, according to experienced vacationers, everything is placed conveniently and compactly here. And most importantly, it is practically isolated from extraneous noise.
Since the boarding house is intended exclusively for seasonal recreation, its residential complex includes 45 summer houses and 27 Alpine buildings with a total of 144 main places. There is a guarded parking lot, a children's room, a children's and adult pools, an area where people can cook barbecue, sports grounds parking and rollerdrome.
The guesthouse also offers bike hire and other sports equipment. It is planned to organize excursions and conduct various sports events.
Check in and check out time
The recreation center "Korogon" (Gorny Altai - a place of incredible natural beauty) is always glad to welcome guests. She opens her doors to all comers. Estimated time is 9:00. The settlement of newly arrived tourists occurs no later than 11:00. The arrival period lasts from 09.06 to 08.08.
Description of summer houses
In “Korogon” there are two categories for vacationers: “D” and “A”. The first of them includes summer houses with single and double rooms. Inside each are the following pieces of furniture:
- one or two twin beds;
- a small wooden table;
- one or a couple of chairs;
- convector for heating the room (if necessary).
Also, the Korogon camp site offers additional beds by adding one and a half beds to the room, available on request. Showers and toilets are located outside the building, on the territory. All of them are well-maintained, and cold and hot water are served around the clock.
Short description of Alpine house of category "A"
In the Alpine house of category "A" there are 27 comfortable rooms, each of which has one or two beds, a table, a wardrobe, a chair or chairs and a heater. The rooms have a full shower with sink and toilet. Hot and cold water is served round the clock. On request, vacationers can order an extra bed due to one and a half beds.
How to get to the camp site?
Going to the Korogon tourist complex, try to develop the optimal route for yourself. For example, if you plan to go by car, then your path will lie through the Biysk-Maima-Ust-Sema highway section. Then you need to get to the fork and go in a straight line towards Chemal. Very soon you will arrive in the small village of Uznesia, and just a stone's throw from it to the tourist complex (another 600 m).
If your choice fell on public transport, you should know that you can get to the camp site by daily scheduled buses from Gorno-Altaysk, Barnaul, Novosibirsk and Biysk.
In the period from June to the end of September, the recreation center "Korogon" (Gorny Altai - the region of a wonderful family vacation) also organizes bus delivery for vacationers. Moreover, transport leaves from Omsk, Novosibirsk or Barnaul, and departures and arrivals are carried out on Fridays and Sundays.
From what age are children accepted at the base?
According to the visitors, the children at Korogon are admitted without limiting their age. The main thing is that they be accompanied by one or more adults. Moreover, children under the age of 10 can settle with their parents, but without providing a place for them. An extra bed is available if necessary, but it must be paid separately. Children under 3 years old can stay without paying for meals. If desired, a dairy kitchen can work for kids of this age. Starting from 3 years, payment of food is required.
The recreation center "Korogon" (Altai Mountains): what is included in the price of the permit?
The price of a voucher for one person includes the following services and types of service:
- accommodation in comfortable rooms (with amenities or not);
- Three meals a day;
- provision of a parking space in a guarded parking lot;
- visit to the pool;
- use of equipment for swimming and relaxation (deck chairs);
- provision of equipment for sports;
- the ability to use public showers and toilets (in the pension);
- the provision of teacher services and visits to children's rooms;
- visit and use of rooms for ironing.
Speaking separately about nutrition, then its purchase is required. Its cost is calculated taking into account the established tariff per person. Full-fledged complex meals include breakfast, lunch and dinner in a small summer cafe located in the boarding house. For young children, the cafe has special high chairs with protection.
What kind of entertainment is provided?
There is a playground and a pool for children at the camp site. For preschool kids there is a mini kindergarten. The teacher works in it and there is a set of free toys, games, audio and video equipment. It is here that parents can safely leave their kids, for example, during their stay on excursions.
During their holidays, parents can visit the pool, go on excursions, rent sports equipment and bicycles, rent equipment for a fire (barbecue, skewers), visit baths, a rollerdrome and arrange rafting.
Communication services and type of payment
According to experienced vacationers, mobile operators such as Beeline, MTS and Megafon catch on the territory of the base. As for landline telephones, such communication services are not provided. As there is no access to the Internet. But, according to vacationers, this order allows you to get rid of the everyday city bustle and how to take a break from the excesses of civilization.
If we talk about payment, then in Korogon they prefer cash. However, everyone can book their seats in advance by calling: +7 (905) 989-59-21.
What reviews can you hear about the recreation center?
Want to visit Korogon? Feedback from users who have already visited the territory of this complex will help you with this. For example, some tourists describe their vacation as something unforgettable. They like a clean and well-kept recreation area, the availability of free and secure parking for cars, as well as pleasant service and reasonable prices.
Others are delighted with the pool, beautiful landscape design, cozy houses, a bathhouse and delicious food. Others talk about responsive staff, sociable educators and experienced nannies who can interest and captivate preschool children as much as possible. Still describe their admiration for cleanliness. Despite the availability of public showers and toilets, they are clean and comfortable.