Mountain Altai has always attracted Russians with its beauties. And not in vain. In the Altai mountains, the great artist Nikolai Roerich was looking for magic shambhala, Robert Rozhdestvensky dedicated poetry to this marvelous land, and Mikhail Evdokimov sang it in his compositions. The best place in Altai is Lake Aya. About camp sites and recreation centers in this picturesque region and will be discussed in this material.
Legend
“Ai” is translated as “moon” from the Altai language. According to an ancient myth, the moon once descended into the present lake Aya to capture the cannibal to save humanity. So the hollow was formed, and then the lake.
Ayia Lake: recreation
On the very shore of the lake and in its vicinity there are a large number of tourist centers working year-round. There are so many of them that you can choose something to your taste, both in terms of living and price category.
Park Hotel Aya
The most popular stopping place for tourists who come to enjoy the beauties of the Altai Mountains. If you are looking for a recreation center on the shore of Lake Aya, then this is one of the most optimal options.
There is definitely enough space for everyone: the size of the area occupied by the base is more than 12 hectares. Well-groomed territory, breathtaking mountain views and quality service will help you escape from the bustle of the city in a quiet corner of harmony.
At many recreation centers of the Altai Mountains on Lake Aya, the pools are equipped with the most modern technologies.
The onset of winter is not a reason not to go outdoors! In the park-hotel "Aya" everything is provided for a comfortable winter holiday: skating rink, skiing. Just imagine how cool it is to sit down with a cup of mulled wine by the sparkling fireplace and watch the snow-capped mountains during the New Year holidays ...
The largest pool complex
In 2017, the whole AltA Riviera pool complex was launched on the hotel premises. He broke all records in terms of size and earned the title of the largest pool complex in Russia. The water purification and heating system works around the clock, which ensures maximum sterility. So, if you decide to stay at this base, then you will definitely get plenty of fun even on the lake, even in the pool.
Room prices (with breakfast): from 1,500 to 10,000 rubles per day.
Additional services: banquet hall, corporate events and weddings, medical services (massage, bathtubs, etc.), excursions.
"Summer garden"
The recreation center "Summer Garden" on Lake Aya is a great place for a quiet, family trip. Here, the territory is limited to only three hectares. Nevertheless, it is clean, neat and well maintained. This is really a great place to relax with children, as there is a large playground with swings, a sandbox and slides. The guys are also entertained by theater groups that interact with the management of the base. And wooden carved houses, a birch forest and a well will recreate the atmosphere "like a grandmother in the village."
The "Summer Garden" is located some distance from Lake Aya (Altai Mountains). The pool at the recreation center will help out if you still spill and do not want to go anywhere.
In addition, the Summer Garden is also great for those on a budget. At the base, everyone can choose a vacation option in accordance with their own preferences.
Room rates: from 350 to 3500 rubles per day.
"The globe"
The recreation facility "Globus" on Lake Aya impresses with the beauty of its territory. Vacationers can directly from the pier dive into the healing waters. Here you can enjoy the beauty of fountains, flower beds and carved block houses.
A feature of this base is the provision of medical procedures. Phytobarrel will improve the functioning of your nervous system, improve your figure and strengthen your immune system. If you soak in the antler baths, you will sleep soundly, become younger and more active. After the massage, your body will say “thank you,” and the vessels will become stronger. Well, fixing the effect with herbal tea, get the skin, like a baby. On the basis of the Globe, both physical and mental health can be effectively strengthened.
Do you prefer outdoor activities? Then the base offers you a huge list of excursions to the most beautiful places of the Altai Mountains, horseback riding and rafting.
Types of Globe rooms vary from economy to luxury, so you will definitely find your own liking.
Room rates: from 600 to 2000 rubles per day.
Stick Travel
"Stick Travel" is a recreation center on Lake Aya in the Altai Territory, positioning itself as a sports and recreation complex. On the territory there are 3 buildings, block houses and a large outdoor pool.
You just need to walk about 20 minutes, and you will find yourself on the shores of Lake Aya. The tourist complex "Stick Travel" harmoniously combines European service and pristine nature.
This place is great for relaxing with a large company. With friends, you can plenty of fun at the disco, enjoy any kind of dishes and jump into the outdoor pool with a cocktail in hand. There is also plenty of entertainment for children. You can safely go on an excursion, and entrust the children with a professional animator, whom you definitely will not get bored with. However, it will be difficult for Stick Travel to still have kids, as loud music almost always plays on the base.
The hotel buildings in their appearance resemble houses from the German town: renovated, white, neat. For a budget holiday, wooden bungalows, a cottage and summer houses are provided at the base.
Fans of SPA-procedures can soak up phyto-barrels and antler baths. Extremists are offered a wide selection of excursions: rafting, horseback riding and hiking and organized trips to the most beautiful places in the Altai Mountains.
Stick Travel is an excellent choice for those who love outdoor activities and European service. The only negative - the base only works in the summer.
Room prices: from 700 to 5000 rubles per day.
"Empire of tourism"
The Empire of Tourism is a place for true party lovers located 500 meters from Lake Aya. The recreation center is equipped with its club "Empire". Entrance to the club for guests staying in the rooms of this tourist complex is free. Well-known DJs come here every year, and the mountain air and dancing are an explosive combination. Be prepared to experience the sea of endorphins if you decide to relax at this recreation center.
Accommodation in the "Empire of Tourism" is quite inexpensive, but the rooms basically can not boast of its amenities. Only in 12 cottages and 1 building are they landscaped, the rest types of housing - 44 bungalows - are small, comfortable, perfect for a summer vacation.
The Empire of Tourism pleases visitors with water activities. The tourist complex has an outdoor pool, cedar loungers and umbrellas. For guests staying in this tourist complex, all water activities are free. But the main plus is that there is a recreation center near Lake Aya. The road to it takes only 7-10 minutes on foot.
Here you can also book excursions and freely use picnic areas. On the base you can not only grill kebabs, but also try European cuisine in a local tavern. If you get hungry during a fun party, then from 2017 you can order food at the club itself.
Room rates: from 550 to 2000 rubles per day.
"Three Bears"
The beautiful tourist complex “Three Bears” has a given name for a reason. The territory of the base really looks like a fairy tale: houses seemed to have been brought from the Far Far Away kingdom. Sculptures of bears, wells give a special highlight to the complex, located 3 kilometers from Lake Aya. The recreation center is not so close to the natural reservoir, but, despite this, has many other advantages.
Three Bears is in many ways an unusual base, which has many of its own "chips" and bonuses. It is especially nice to relax with children here, because upon arrival you get the opportunity to ride a pony for free, and kids will be delighted with the daily display of cartoons on the big screen! In addition, a children’s club operates in the territory, where teachers and animators work with the guys.
The tourist complex will appeal to people involved in sports. "Three Bears" provides an opportunity to visit a sports ground and a gym with a large number of exercise machines for free. In addition, the size of the outdoor pool on site will allow you to actively engage in swimming.
And if you like medical procedures, then you can visit the wellness center on site. Doctor consultations, SPA programs, body shaping measures, phyto barrels, body wraps and much more will not only relax, but also improve the condition of your body.
It is amazing that there is a real zoo in the base! Deer, porcupines, ferrets and even leopards are far from the entire list of animals living in the zoo. Not only your children will be delighted with this entertainment, because communicating with animals will cheer up anyone and set up in a positive way.
Romantics will be pleasantly surprised by the presence of the cinema. From October to May it works for free. Settle down on a soft sofa, order a movie, and if you get hungry, then the waiter will bring any dishes to you.
“Three Bears” works year-round, so if you are wondering where to celebrate the New Year, then remember this option. Real Santa Claus and the Snow Maiden are surely provided to you!
Room rates: from 1900 to 3800 rubles per day.
"Birch"
"Birch" is one of the few recreation centers on Lake Aya in the Altai Mountains. Tourists living here have access to two beaches, sunbeds, umbrellas and jet skis. In summer, wooden houses are provided for housing, and in winter, comfortable rooms in the buildings.
A big plus of the complex is that here you can relax on the budget as much as possible in the summer and in the winter. However, according to visitors' reviews, not all rooms are carefully renovated.
There is a dining room with fairly affordable prices, a cafe with light snacks and drinks. If you want to come here in winter, you will have to cook it yourself in a special kitchen located on the second floor of the complex.
Animators are involved with children here. On the territory of the base even has its own children's camp.
Play badminton, ride a catamaran, swim in the lake - here you will definitely find entertainment to your liking.
Quiet and cozy base is perfect for lovers of a relaxing holiday, as well as families with children.
Room prices: from 800 to 4000 rubles per day.
"Stoves-Shops"
A wonderful recreation center in Altai. Aya Lake is one kilometer from it. The main advantage of this place is its magnificent views. "Stoves-Shops" are located in a picturesque meadow, right next to a large mountain. Therefore, magnificent views are definitely provided for you. “Pechki-Lavochki” is a year-round base, which means that in winter, snow-capped mountains will be especially beautiful.
Cottages and houses on the base are built from environmental materials. Rooms start from the simplest to the luxury.
The base is great for small companies and families. At the same time, you will definitely not be bored here. A large outdoor pool, a playground, wellness services and excursions - you will definitely find something for yourself from this list.
The tourist complex "Stoves-Shops" is known for its stellar guests. Talented artist Mikhail Evdokimov, comedian Mikhail Zadornov and many others came here. Few people have heard of such a writer as Vasily Shukshin, who wrote the story “Stoves-Shops”, in whose honor the base was named. Naturally, the tourist complex could not but reveal this topic on its territory. There is a restaurant-museum, made in the style of a famous story.
“Pechki-Lavochki” perfectly combines the possibility of a relaxing family vacation and interesting entertainment. Theater and cinema stars, musical ensembles often come here, to whose songs you are sure to dance!
Room rates: from 1300 to 10,000 rubles per day.
Two regions with beautiful nature
Everyone can choose for themselves recreation facilities on Lake Aya. Altai Territory and the Altai Republic, although different regions, but still neighboring. The nature of these two zones is beautiful and diverse, and you certainly will not regret visiting these marvelous lands.