Teletskoye Lake

Tourists and local residents of the Altai Territory say that without visiting the Teletskoye Lake and its environs, it is simply impossible to make a full impression of these places. Well, in that case, it makes sense at least in absentia to make a short excursion to the Teletskoye Lake and learn more about it.

Where is the Teletskoye Lake?

It is located in the north-eastern region of the Altai Mountains, directly on the territory of the Altai Republic. We will go there three ways. It is easiest for a tourist to start his journey from the Altai capital of Gorno-Altaisk. There is also an option to get from Biysk or Kemerovo region. Currently, the organization of excursions and the development of the tourist sector as a whole allow you to easily find yourself the ideal conditions for recreation and for a fee to get a good level of comfort.

For a pleasant stay on Teletskoye Lake you can choose one of the tourist bases of the northern or southern part. Most of the bases are located in the northern part. If you prefer silence and peace, the bases on the southern part will suit you. It is far from the roads, and therefore often get there by water across the lake.

Weather on Teletskoye Lake

Some tourists are not very sure about the reasonableness of the trip because of the opinion that the weather conditions there are severe and there is nothing to do for fans of warmth and comfort. In fact, it's enough just to competently approach the choice of time for a trip to Teletskoe Lake. We have to admit that there is indeed a characteristic zoning there. But if almost all year in the mountain part the temperature can drop to zero, then in the lowland even in winter it is always plus.

The summer is usually rainy, especially in the northern part. In general, the temperature in the lake usually does not rise above 4 ° C, and in winter the residents are happy with the biggest ice rink, because the water freezes reliably and for a long time. And even the depth of Teletskoye Lake (and there is an average of 174 meters) does not prevent nature from creating the illusion of floating in the air: the water freezes and becomes almost transparent, and at night the stars reflect it and it seems that you are flying through the air.

What to see in the vicinity of Teletskoye Lake?

If you do not treat yourself to fans of idle felting on the bed for days on end and want to get maximum emotions, at your service a variety of excursions and attractions of these places.

As a rule, all tourists are offered to make a trip to the Korbu waterfall on the Teletskoye lake. This is not the only waterfall, and there are plenty of such beautiful sources. But it so happened that it was Korbu who won the greatest love of tourists.

Many legends of Teletskoye Lake are connected with valleys and waterfalls. Speaking of valleys. Among the trips, no less popular are the directions to the valley of the Chulyshman River, as well as the observation platforms on the Tilan Tu and Kabitek Mountains.

During the rest on the Teletskoye Lake, be sure to go on a cruise on it. A comfortable motor ship will take you on the lake: there is a buffet, there are special glazed decks for passengers, and a radio excursion is also conducted. Do not want a quiet and safe walk on the water, then your choice is rafting. From the lake the river Biya originates and here on it you will be offered to float in the company of experienced specialists.

And of course the famous fishing on the Teletskoye Lake is a real holiday for men. The pike with burbot, taimen and grayling are excellent there. As experts say, the fish there has a special taste, which does not compare with the taste of ordinary frozen fish, even from an expensive fish supermarket. Do not want to fish with your own hand, order it in a goth form in one of the local cafes. Anyway, and the weather on the Teletskoye Lake, even for "merzlyakov" will not become an obstacle and familiarity with local beauties will leave impressions in your memory for many years.