Talgar and Butakovsky Passes: A Composite Mountain Line: hiking in Алматинская область
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Talgar and Butakovsky Passes: A Composite Mountain Line

Distance
26.5 km
Time
11 h 14 min
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Moderate
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Route description

This composite mountain line begins in lower Kimasar, then links to Talgar Pass without a confirmed continuous approach. From the pass the actual section crosses Small Talgar Pass into Left Talgar Valley, climbs Butakovsky Pass and returns to Kimasar’s side. Another unconfirmed connection to Medeu remains below. Three specific pass locations and Left Talgar Valley define the actual mountain section. The whole line is unconfirmed as an established closed circuit. Arrange pass access, lower connections and ending transport independently.

Route status

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

Imported from ROUTES2.zip; source https://www.openstreetmap.org/relation/17024665

Last updated 12.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Before you go

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Route at a glance

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Follow the actual Talgar, Small Talgar and Butakovsky pass connection through the specific Left Talgar Valley. This differs from the four-summit traverse and requires independent preparation of the complete access plan.
Length
26.5 km
Elevation gain
2065 m
Surface
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Talgar and Butakovsky Passes: A Composite Mountain Line: route photo 4 in Алматинская область

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car - Hard With children - No With a dog - No By bike - No With a stroller - No Mobile signal - No data Mountain experience, fitness and independently confirmed access and exit are essential. Unconfirmed lower connections must not be treated as established paths.

Nearby

Furmanov, Panorama, Bashuta and Shymbulak peaks belong to a separate ridge line. Talgar Peak and Tourists Pass are outside this variant. Camp clearings and overnight stays need separate agreement and are not confirmed services.

Getting there

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Without a car
Lower Shymbulak access via Medeu and the gondola is confirmed. Check high-section operation and the Talgar Pass approach separately. Kimasar return needs current access arrangements; the Medeu connection is unconfirmed as a passage.
By car
Arrange an authorised lower drop-off and ending collection after checking the road. Direct vehicle access to the high pass is unconfirmed. A lower vehicle does not replace independent mountain access planning.
Parking
Official parking at the exact departure is unconfirmed. Establish an authorised lower space and absence duration including independent high access and the actual ending exit.

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What to expect

Places
Talgar Pass the specific saddle at the actual mountain section’s opening.
Small Talgar Pass the smaller mountain crossing actually traversed.
Left Talgar Gorge the specific valley followed by the central passage.
Butakovsky Pass the actual saddle before returning to Kimasar’s side.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 2065 м.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски Two lower connections are unconfirmed as continuous actual paths. The mountain section includes extended climbs, descents and a river valley. Check crossings, paths and snow; historical bridge descriptions do not establish current access.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 11 h 14 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
The complete composite variant’s duration is unconfirmed. Assess high-pass access, the mountain section and ending exit separately. Standard one-day circuits or two-day programmes do not replace this line’s individual plan.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Prefer stable snow-free conditions, checked crossings and sufficient daylight. Ice, fresh snow, heavy precipitation and poor visibility require renewed assessment of the passes and valley.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Mountain footwear and protection from wind and rain
Water and food for independent mountain passage
Offline map, phone, light and power bank
A prepared group
Confirmed high access, crossings and ending exit

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Lower Shymbulak access via Medeu and the gondola is confirmed. Check high-section operation and the Talgar Pass approach separately. Kimasar return needs current access arrangements; the Medeu connection is unconfirmed as a passage

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions before going.

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: 26.5 km, moderate.

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