Guloykhi to Kezenoy-Am: A Mountain Crossing via Itum-Kali and Old Hoi: hiking in Чеченская Республика
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Guloykhi to Kezenoy-Am: A Mountain Crossing via Itum-Kali and Old Hoi

Distance
170.0 km
Estimated moving time
2 d 1 h
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

The journey from Guloykhi towards Kezenoy-Am introduces mountain Chechnya through valleys and historic places. The initial riverside gives way to changing mountain perspectives, while the Argun and Phakoch Castle appear on the Itum-Kali side. Give the castle courtyard time beyond the pace of a long trek: a pause reveals how stone architecture relates to the surrounding gorge. Farther along, attention turns to the Akhkete, Cheberloy Canyon Viewpoint and Old Hoi. Its restored stone buildings provide another historic pause before the lake-side finish. This is an independent multiday undertaking whose initial access, daily stages and collection need advance arrangements. A neighbouring equipped short walk does not establish conditions throughout the long crossing.

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

Route data was imported from GPX and has not been field-verified.

Last updated 12.10.2026

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Before you go

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Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Link Guloykhi, the Argun, Phakoch Castle and Old Hoi in an independent mountain journey. Cheberloy Canyon Viewpoint and the Akhkete provide distinct riverside stops before Kezenoy-Am.
Length
170.0 km
Elevation gain
—
Surface
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Guloykhi to Kezenoy-Am: A Mountain Crossing via Itum-Kali and Old Hoi: route photo

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car - Hard With children - No With a dog - No data By bike - No With a stroller - No Mobile signal - No data For experienced independent multiday mountain walkers. The initial area needs agreed access and transport. Dog access and continuous reception are unconfirmed.

Nearby

Visit the Huseyn Isaev Museum in the Phakoch complex separately after checking opening and entry arrangements. Plan Kezenoy-Am shore walks independently after trekking. Kharkaroy Battle Tower and Abdalzabazul belong to a different mountain direction and are not automatic additions to this crossing.

Getting there

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Without a car
Regular public transport directly to the Guloykhi beginning is unconfirmed. Arrange arrival and departure beforehand as separate journeys. Check possible intermediate finishes so changing weather does not leave you seeking a chance provider in the evening.
By car
Agree exact access and permission for the initial Guloykhi area with local specialists. For the lake-side finish, Rutrail describes a paved road from Grozny to Kezenoy-Am. Road access to every intermediate section is unconfirmed; select collection points beforehand.
Parking
Official parking for this journey is unconfirmed. Ask a host or local services whether a vehicle may be stored at the chosen location throughout the trip. Request the conditions and permission before departure.

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What to expect

Places
Guloykhi River the named riverside stop near the beginning.
Argun River the river on the Itum-Kali side.
Phakoch Castle the historic complex beside Itum-Kali.
Old Hoi the historic settlement on the farther part of the crossing.
Cheberloy Canyon Viewpoint the lookout before the lake side.
Akhkete River the river in the Cheberloy section.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainДанные по набору высоты уточняются.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски Confirm access to the initial border-region area and required documents before departure. The extended mountain sections need independent navigation, crossing checks and a water reserve. Avoid exposed terrain in thunderstorms or thick fog. Do not enter unstable historic buildings; one neighbouring route designation does not confirm conditions throughout.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 2 d 1 h
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Allow several trekking days, selecting overnight places after checking water and access. Reserve separate time for Phakoch Castle and Old Hoi; weather contingency and an early exit should not depend on the final evening. Neighbouring short outings do not determine the duration of the complete crossing.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Choose a snow-free period according to current upper-section and crossing conditions. Dry clear weather helps on exposed mountain sides; check snow and overnight temperatures near the season’s edges. Agreed access remains necessary throughout the year.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Mountain footwear and poles
Tent and sleeping system suited to the forecast
Water, purification and food reserve
Rain, wind and sun protection
Offline map, compass and backup phone power
Torch, first-aid kit and emergency communication
Documents and an agreed access plan

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Regular public transport directly to the Guloykhi beginning is unconfirmed. Arrange arrival and departure beforehand as separate journeys. Check possible intermediate finishes so changing weather does not leave you seeking a chance provider in the evening

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: 170.0 km, hard.

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