Alloys on the Belaya River in Bashkortostan

As is known in certain tourist circles, rafting along the Belaya River is gradually gaining popularity. Why is this happening? What is the reason for this? According to experts, recently many Russians and guests of our country lack adrenaline and breathtaking emotions.

So it turns out that someone is going to conquer mountain peaks, some people like diving or speleology, and there are those for whom rafting along the Belaya River (Magnitogorsk) is an integral part of vacation or long weekend. This article will acquaint the readers with the nuances, difficulties and characteristics of the last of the above hobbies.

Section 1. Rafting along the Belaya River (Bashkiria). General description of the route

First of all, we note that White is in fact considered one of the most beautiful waterways in the Southern Urals. Traveling along it not only entails contemplation of magnificent landscapes, but also gives the possibility of comfortable and relatively safe descent even for beginners.

The locals - the Bashkirs - call it by the light river Agidel ("white Volga"), partly because its water has a whitish shade due to the significant content of lime. But this reason can not be called the main one. The fact is that, among other things, the river also flows from the south, which means that the sun's rays are refracted in this place in such a way that a kind of radiance emanates from the water surface on a fine day.

As a rule, the alloy remains in memory for a long time - the richness of the plant world of the South Urals is immediately impressive, and the rocks and caves create an atmosphere of solemnity and mystery.

A lot of caves in the river valley were formed due to the fact that it flows in the karst zone. The most famous cavity is Kapava, which is located on the territory of the reserve. To visit the cave, tourists need to buy a ticket. By the way, not everyone knows that this place is known to the whole world, - on the walls there are rock carvings of ancient people.

Section 2. Why do many choose rafting in this place?

It should be noted that alloys on the White River can be made in many ways, the most common among which are travels on rafts and kayaks.

At the hostels, the necessary conditions have been created to prepare everything necessary to hold such an event. Instructors introduce tourists to the rules and explain the features of the water routes.

On the raft rafting along the Belaya River, a photo of which can be seen in almost all guidebooks around Russia, is recommended for family vacations, as well as for organizing competitions and simply having fun. Not only in warm weather, but also in the autumn-winter period, tourists are invited to make a fascinating journey through the country's water artery.

When winter comes, the water level drops, and it becomes possible to visit the Granite Canyon, which is difficult to swim at other times of the year due to difficulties with overcoming the rapids.

Section 3. Alloys on the Belaya River. The most typical routes

White begins his journey at Mount Iremel, which is considered sacred. For tourists is particularly interesting site of the river from Beloretsk to Yumaguzinskogo reservoir.

In most cases rafting along the Belaya River starts from the village of Kagi, where the camp site is located. If it is necessary to descend in a shorter period, it is carried out downstream. But if you sail along the Yumaguzinsky water reservoir, you should prepare for the fact that on the way to 57 km before the travelers there will be almost completely standing water.

Tourists say that throughout the summer along the river you can raft. Among other things, it is full of fish, so pay attention to the fact that the presence of fishing rods and spinning is simply necessary to always be able to cook a delicious ear.

Section 4. How to get to the destination

To get to the Belaya River, you should drive from Ufa by car to Sterlitamak and turn to Beloretsk. At the village of Kaga there is a tourist base, where they usually start rafting. You can reach Beloretsk by public transport either by bus or by rail, then by taxi or bus to Kagi 80 km.

Section 5. Top and bottom routes

The upper route is extreme, although at the very beginning you can go down even with children. And on the second part of the way there are water obstacles, which are related to the 2-3th category of complexity. Children on this site should not be allowed to descend - this is required by security measures.

The second is a difficult site - it is recommended to go with a specially prepared guide. In this place rafting along the Belaya River (reviews of numerous travelers mark the top route) is characterized by a variety of conditions and an unforgettably beautiful nature. In general, the alloy takes approximately 2 hours.

For tourists, there is a possibility of passing the route throughout the year, except for the critical flood period. The length of the waterway line is 7 km. Tourists especially like to go down the White on this site.

The lower route of the alloy is considered to be easy. It begins from the village of Dakhovskaya. Shafts up to 1 m are found here only if the water level is high. Children must be accompanied by their parents.

Section 6. Country of canyons and waterfalls

"Lower alloy plus canyon" is the third route. It begins in the Granite Canyon. It should be noted that it is very beautiful here. The descent on this site is quite calm. And here you can dive, as the depth of the river in this place reaches 3 m.

The fourth known route is the "Ammonite Valley". It begins in the village of Kamennomostsky, and ends at the bridge behind the sanatorium "Forest Fairy Tale." On the banks here you can see a lot of petrified mollusks and trees. Travelers are attracted by interesting minerals.

All age categories can take part in rafting along this route. The duration of the descent is 3 hours, and the length is 17 km.

Also popular and themed excursions.

Section 7. For extreme lovers

"Upper Canyon" is a medium difficulty route. The rafting in Granite canyon is very picturesque. Here there are complex water obstacles, and there is also an opportunity to dive from the rocks, as the river is very deep in the canyon. But it is especially good in this place in the off-season and in the winter, when the water level decreases noticeably, and the obstacles become less difficult to overcome.

The most difficult route of rafting along the Belaya River is Seregin Canyon. First, tourists are invited to make a journey of 8 km on foot. However, as a rule, this road does not cause objections: the rocks and vegetation on the sides are so beautiful that the spirit captures even the experienced travelers.

Alloys along the White River in this place begin in a constriction, clamped by rocks. The canyon walls are very high - reach 30 m, and the width of the watercourse is only 2 m! Almost all the obstacles on this route belong to the third category of complexity. You should not raft people under the age of 16 and older than 55 years. In addition, you need experience in the passage of lighter routes.

Of course, depending on the level of training and individual characteristics, tourists can choose the most suitable path for them, but the fact that they will in any case receive a lot of wonderful impressions can be considered undeniable.

On the map of Russia you can find many rivers with the name Belaya. There is such a river in Krasnodar Krai. It is a tributary of the Kuban. Fans of extreme can make rafting along the Belaya River (Adygea) - this is also an interesting and beautiful route.