As is known in certain tourist circles, rafting on the Belaya River is gradually becoming more and more popular. Why is this happening? What is it connected with? According to experts, recently many Russians and guests of our country lack adrenaline and breathtaking emotions.
So it turns out that someone goes to conquer mountain peaks, someone likes diving or speleology, and there are those for whom rafting on the Belaya River (Magnitogorsk) is an integral part of a vacation or a long weekend. This article will introduce readers to the nuances, difficulties and characteristics of the last of the above hobbies.
Section 1. Rafting on the Belaya River (Bashkiria). General description of the route
First of all, we note that Belaya is actually considered one of the most beautiful waterways in the South Urals. Traveling along it not only entails the contemplation of magnificent landscapes, but also provides a comfortable and relatively safe descent even for beginners.
Locals -Bashkirs - it is not without reason that they call it the bright river Agidel ("white Volga"), this is partly because its water has a whitish hue due to the significant lime content. But this reason cannot be called the main one. The thing is that, among other things, the river also flows from the south, which means that the sun's rays in this place are refracted in such a way that a kind of radiance seems to emanate from the water surface on a fine day.
As a rule, rafting remains in the memory for a long time - the richness of the flora of the Southern Urals immediately impresses, and the rocks and caves create an atmosphere of solemnity and mystery.
Many 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 purchase a ticket. By the way, not everyone knows that this place is known all over the world - there are rock paintings of ancient people on the walls.
Section 2. Why do many choose to raft in this place?
It should be noted that rafting on the Belaya River can be done in different ways, the most common of which are rafting and kayaking.
The necessary conditions have been created at the camp sites in order to prepare everything necessary for holding such an event. Instructors introduce tourists to the rules and explain the features of water routes.
Rafting on the Belaya River, the photo of which can be seen almost inin all guidebooks for Russia, it is recommended for family vacations, as well as for competitions and just having fun. Not only in warm weather, but also in the autumn-winter period, tourists are invited to make an exciting journey along the country's waterway.
When winter comes, the water level drops, and it becomes possible to visit the Granite Canyon, which is difficult to swim to at other times of the year due to difficulties in overcoming the rapids.
Section 3. Rafting on the Belaya River. Most typical routes
White begins its journey at Mount Iremel, which is considered sacred. Tourists are especially interested in the section of the river from Beloretsk to the Yumaguzinsky reservoir.
In most cases, rafting on the Belaya River starts from the village of Kagi, where the camp site is located. If necessary, the descent in a shorter time is carried out downstream. But if you sail along the Yumaguzinsky reservoir, you should prepare for the fact that on the way of 57 km there will be almost completely stagnant water in front of travelers.
Tourists note that you can raft along the river throughout the summer. Among other things, it has a lot of fish, so you should pay attention to the fact that the presence of fishing rods and spinning is simply necessary here so that you can always cook a delicious fish soup.
Section 4. How to get to your destination
To get to the Belaya River, you should drive from Ufa by car toSterlitamak and turn to Beloretsk. There is a tourist base near the village of Kaga, where the rafting usually begins. You can also get to Beloretsk by public transport - by bus or by rail, and then overcome 80 km to Kaga by taxi or bus.
Section 5. Upper and lower 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 path there are water obstacles that belong to the 2nd-3rd category of difficulty. Children should not be in this section during the descent - this is required by security measures.
Second - a difficult section - it is recommended to pass with a specially trained guide. In this place, rafting on the Belaya River (reviews of numerous travelers point out exactly the upper route) is distinguished by a variety of conditions and unforgettably beautiful nature. In general, the rafting takes approximately 2 hours.
For tourists there is the possibility of passing the route throughout the year, except for the critical flood period. The length of the water route line is 7 km. Tourists especially like to go down the Belaya in this particular section.
The lower rafting route is considered easy. It starts 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 rafting plus canyon" is the third route. It starts in Granite Canyon. It should be noted that it is very beautiful here. The descent in this section is quite calm. You can also dive here, as the depth of the river in this place reaches 3 m.
The fourth known route is the "Valley of the Ammonites". It starts in the village of Kamennomostsky, and ends at the bridge behind the sanatorium "Forest Fairy Tale". Along the banks here you can see a lot of fossilized mollusks and trees. The attention of travelers is attracted by interesting minerals.
All age categories can take part in the rafting along this route. The duration of the descent is 3 hours and the length is 17 km.
Themed tours are also popular.
Section 7. For extreme lovers
"Upper Canyon" is a route of medium difficulty. Rafting in the Granite Canyon is very picturesque. There are difficult water obstacles here, and there is also the 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 winter, when the water level drops noticeably, and obstacles become less difficult to overcome.
The most difficult rafting route on the Belaya River - "Seregin Canyon". First, tourists are invited to make a journey of 8 km on foot. However, as a rule, this road does not raise any objections: the rocks and vegetation on the sides are so beautiful that even seasoned travelers are breathtaking.
Rafting on the Belaya River in this place begins in a narrowing, squeezedrocks. The walls of the canyon are very high - they reach 30 m, and the width of the watercourse is only 2 m! Almost all obstacles on this route belong to the 3rd category of difficulty. People under 16 and over 55 should not raft here. In addition, experience on easier trails is required.
Of course, depending on the level of training and individual characteristics, tourists can choose the most suitable route for them, but the fact that they will have a lot of wonderful experiences in any case can be considered undeniable.
On the map of Russia you can find many rivers with the name Belaya. There is such a river in the Krasnodar Territory. This is a tributary of the Kuban. Extreme lovers can raft down the Belaya River (Adygea) - this is also an interesting and beautiful route.
