The Mountain Side of the Argut: Tekelu, Sullu-Boch and Suluayry: hiking in Altai
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The Mountain Side of the Argut: Tekelu, Sullu-Boch and Suluayry

Distance
54.3 km
Estimated moving time
18 h 56 min
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

The mountain side of the Argut begins with upper Tekelu and two distinct saddles, Sullu-Boch and Suluayry. Each watershed changes the view: the nearby stream first holds your attention, then the valleys on both sides of the pass invite a closer look. Gradually, smaller mountain waters give way to the Argut, which lends the farther part of the journey a different scale. Choose this outing to discover the Katun Range through a sequence of walks and overnight stops. The valleys themselves provide the interest, rather than one compulsory famous summit. Select a continuous itinerary and an exit to transport with your guide beforehand. These mountain directions relate to the broader Great Mountain Journey programme, without implying that its entire course is included here.

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The description, logistics and points of interest were prepared using maps and open sources. Trail conditions may change.

Geometry imported from GPX. Trail conditions have not been checked in the field. Difficulty was estimated automatically from distance and elevation gain.

Last updated 12.10.2026

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Elevation profile

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Before you go

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Route at a glance

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Compare Sullu-Boch and Suluayry, travel from Tekelu Stream towards the Argut and spend several days on the remote side of the Katun Range. Mountain-pass pauses and the river valley give the journey contrasting settings.
Length
54.3 km
Elevation gain
—
Surface
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The Mountain Side of the Argut: Tekelu, Sullu-Boch and Suluayry: route photo 5 in Altai

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car - Hard With children - With caution With a dog - No data By bike - No With a stroller - No Mobile signal - No data For a group experienced in self-contained mountain trekking with an agreed support plan. Children’s participation requires individual discussion with the organiser. Dog rules and dependable mobile coverage have not been established.

Nearby

Kulak-Zhok is a named feature beside the eastern continuation in the Argut valley. Ask locally about access and viewing rather than adding an unverified detour. Akkem Lake, Yarlu and the western approaches towards Tyungur belong to other parts of the larger journey and need their own time and preparation.

Getting there

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Without a car
Direct scheduled transport to the mountain starting point has not been confirmed. Agree travel to your selected approach, the walk into upper Tekelu and departure from the Argut before leaving. A nearby village does not by itself provide a confirmed onward connection.
By car
The national park programme describes off-road access to Argut village. Choose the transport side of this outing separately: a vehicle does not deliver you directly to upper Tekelu. Agree transport and the remaining walking approach with the organiser.
Parking
Verified extended vehicle storage for this crossing is unavailable. Discuss possible arrangements with your hosts before leaving. The location, charges and security of a specific parking place have not been established.

Электрички туда и обратно

Расписание на дату и время, до которого нужно выйти на маршрут

What to expect

Places
Tekelu Stream the named watercourse beside the upper mountain section.
Sullu-Boch Pass the first of the two specific saddles on the way from Tekelu.
Suluayry Pass a separate pass stop east of Sullu-Boch.
Argut River the major mountain river beside the farther part of the journey.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainДанные по набору высоты уточняются.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски Pass slopes, snow and river crossings require a current assessment by an experienced guide. Do not join separate sections across unknown ground to save time. Check access and crossings beforehand and share alternatives with the whole group. Follow the agreed itinerary and designated overnight places within the park.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 18 h 56 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Passes and the Argut | Several trekking days Divide your chosen itinerary into agreed overnight stages and add a weather reserve. The Tekelu approach, links between separate directions and the exit to a road are planned independently. The full park programme duration cannot automatically determine this version’s schedule; a checked daily itinerary is unavailable.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
The original park programme lists a window from the second half of June to the first half of September. Check pass snow and river levels even within that period. Choose dates for the conditions on your selected side of the journey, without treating the calendar alone as a guarantee.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Mountain walking footwear and poles
Tent and sleeping equipment for cold nights
Rain and wind protection
Warm clothing, gloves and a hat
Food reserves and drinking-water preparation equipment
Headtorch and first-aid kit
Offline map and prearranged communication equipment

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Direct scheduled transport to the mountain starting point has not been confirmed. Agree travel to your selected approach, the walk into upper Tekelu and departure from the Argut before leaving. A nearby village does not by itself provide a confirmed onward connection

Is this route suitable for children?

Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 54.3 km, hard.

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