Many people tend to spend their holidays in unity with nature, without giving up the usual comfort. Spoiled tourists are increasingly being offered a completely new service - glamping, which literally means glamorous camping in English. This is a unique opportunity to experience several pleasures at once: live in a tent set up on the grass in the middle of the forest, take a hot shower, lie on luxurious featherbeds and enjoy the amazing scenery in silence. So, residents and guests of Russia can plunge into the atmosphere of home comfort away from the noisy city by visiting Cheposh Park in the Altai Mountains. It is in this place that you can completely immerse yourself in your thoughts and merge with unearthly beauty.
Where the complex is located
When deciding to become a guest of a new format natural he alth complex, first of all you should find out where it is and how to get to it. It is not at all difficult to do this. Since Cheposh Park glamping has long beenpopular, information about it can be found from almost every traveler. A beautiful island of untouched nature and solitude is located outside the territory of one of the picturesque villages of the Chemalsky district of the Altai Republic, on the right bank of the Katun River, which merges with the Cheposh River.
Tourists often get to the park by private car or by bus, next to the village of Chemal (Gorny Altai). Comfortable public transport very often travels to this settlement, so it will not be difficult to get to it. Moving along the Chuisky tract from Novosibirsk or Biysk, you need to get to the village of Ust-Sema, then turn left at the fork to the Chemalsky tract. To the right of the road there will be a bridge across the river and, after driving straight for no more than 10 kilometers, you can see a turn to the bases located on the territory of a pine forest near the Katun River.
It is worth noting that on the 8th kilometer of the road there is the first tourist point - the small village of Cheposh, surrounded by beautiful nature. There are breathtaking mountains, a forest with mushrooms, berries, medicinal plants and flowers. It is also close to many activities such as rock climbing and rafting.
What attracts travelers
This is the best place for leisure in Altai and is unique, since no other hotel or recreation center can boast of such a territory. "Cheposh Park" will allow guests to fully enjoy the natural beauty and not worry about comfort. Here, mosquitoes and midges will not pester anyone, but a quietfamily vacation will not be spoiled by noisy neighbors or the rumble of cars. The off-piste residential area accommodates up to 50 visitors at a time, and all rooms are furnished in Scandinavian minimalist style. In addition, the panoramic windows of each one-story house allow you to fully enjoy the gorgeous views.
Cheposh Park in Gorny Altai includes:
- 5 bungalows available from May to October only (2-3 pax);
- 2 family houses (3-4 persons);
- 10 standard rooms (2-3 pax).
All rooms have a bathroom with a rain shower and hot water, a "hot floor" system, a private terrace with additional rattan chairs, furniture, a refrigerator, a kettle and even a stove.
Requirements and rules
Of course, for a comfortable stay of visitors, the management was forced to introduce certain rules for living and settling. So, guests can only enter Cheposh Park at 14:00, and a later or early arrival must be agreed with the administration. On the day of departure, the room must be vacated at 12:00. It is possible to take additional days only if there are free rooms.
When checking in, you must present your passport and pay the full accommodation fee. Despite the fact that the staff of the complex does not accept bank cards, guests can easily cash out their money by reaching the ATM installed on the territory of the Tursib recreation center. This is a five-minute drive towards the village of Chemal in the Altai Mountains.
Becauseglamorous camping is located in a water protection zone, parking of vehicles and their movement within the park is strictly limited. All customers can use the special parking equipped near the checkpoint. But it is allowed to come here for the purpose of loading or unloading luggage only from 08:00 to 23:00. If for some reason the guests arrived at Cheposh Park at night, then personal belongings will have to be unloaded only in the morning.
Where to eat while on holiday
Tourists who decide to retire to year-round glamping in Altai will not have to sit around the fire most of the time to cook their own food. The cost of living includes breakfasts (buffet tables for 2 persons), and it is also allowed to treat yourself to crackers, cookies and sweets in unlimited quantities, which caring staff leaves on tea tables in a cafe. In addition, visitors can prepare their own meals in the kitchen adjacent to the apartment. The most sophisticated guests of the park will appreciate the cafe located on its territory, where they will be given a discount (20%) on all dishes prepared from fresh, high-quality products.
Many will appreciate the large portions, reasonable prices, as well as a special menu for children and vegetarians. The stunning view of the Katun, the forest and the mountains, which opens from the terrace, will not leave anyone indifferent.
Things to do
Living in megacities has accustomed people to the comfort and benefits of civilization, so every visitor to the park can relax in pavilions with barbecues, useInternet, as well as visit Russian baths. There are several of them in the park:
- large (for 6 persons);
- small (for 4 people).
Bath towels, sheets, slippers, bathrobe, tea, shampoo and soap are provided at no extra charge. Children in the presence of their parents can stay in the bath for free.
It is worth noting that horse rental operates on the territory of the complex, where instructors offer customers a variety of walking routes. In winter, you can indulge in traditional Russian fun - sleigh rides.
What's included
Arriving at Cheposh Park by a private vehicle, travelers will not have to waste time looking for parking, as there is a specially equipped free parking on its territory. In addition, all room types are provided with daily on-demand cleaning and towel changes. Sun loungers are available for those wishing to soak up the warm sunshine on the beach.
But lovers of romance can have a great time in gazebos with barbecues.
Holidays with children
Increasingly, families with children of any age are found in all kinds of resorts and recreation centers, as parents tend to spend more and more time with their children. Of course, this is very pleasant, but it is quite difficult to organize leisure time with kids in nature, so the leaders of the Cheposh Park specially created a petting zoo on the territory of the complex. Little guests are allowed to feedgoat Byashu, ride a horse Margosha and pet its other inhabitants. For children under the age of 6, rooms with separate beds and cots are available.
What's Free
Not only fresh air and complete unity with nature can improve your mood during your vacation, but also free entertainment. So, while staying at Cheposh Park, everyone can use the barbecue grills, take specially prepared firewood and even bikes for walking. Small guests are allowed to swim in the pools in the summer, play on playgrounds with swings and slides, and they will also have a variety of toys (push cars, bike races, etc.) at their disposal.
In short, this glamping offers the best amenities, quality service and pleasant emotions for travelers.