1-day excursion to Sulak Canyon from Derbent, without a boat ride. Visit the most beautiful natural locations of Dagestan in a group format.
When booking a group excursion, 500 ₽ per person is paid from the total cost of the excursion, and the remaining amount is paid on-site on the day of the excursion.
Excursions are held year-round, and the schedule is available for the next 6 months of 2026.
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Adults — 11+
3 500 ₽
Children — 5+
3 150 ₽
Excursion to Sulak Canyon without a boat ride, departing from Derbent. One-day group trip in comfortable air-conditioned transport with an experienced local guide.
During the day, participants visit the key natural attractions of the route, viewpoints, and iconic locations of Sulak Canyon.
The guide accompanies the group throughout the excursion, coordinates the route and timing, and provides informational support.
Meeting and Departure Point — Derbent
Derbent, H. Tagiyeva Street, 4A. On maps: Google, Yandex, 2GIS.
ℹ️ Important: the departure time is preliminary; possible deviations usually do not exceed ±30 minutes. The final time will be announced the day before the tour at 22:00.
Panoramic view of the Chirkey Hydroelectric Station and surroundings. One of the most impressive points of the route.
Observation Deck with a View of the Chirkey Reservoir
Offers a view of the water surface and mountain landscapes, an excellent spot for photos.
Observation Deck with a View of the Sulak Canyon
Get acquainted with the scale and depth of the canyon from above, a key viewpoint on the route.
“Noho” Complex (optional)
Suspension bridge and caves. Entrance ticket is paid separately: 500 ₽ on weekdays and 700 ₽ on weekends. Additionally, if desired: bungee and zipline (paid separately).
You must inform the guide in advance if you wish to visit this location.
Set Lunch
Fish or meat dishes to choose from.
“Glavryba” Trout Farm
Stop on the farm’s territory, opportunity to get acquainted with local cuisine and relax.
Sary-Kum Sand Dune
A unique natural site — the largest sand dune in Europe, the final point of the route.
Return Point — Derbent
Derbent, H. Tagiyeva Street, 4A. On maps: Google, Yandex, 2GIS.
ℹ️ Important: the return time is approximate and may change, including depending on road and weather conditions.
Transfer — a group trip for up to 20 people.
Excursion program
Entrance tickets *
Set lunch
Eco fee
Entrance ticket to the “Noho” complex — optional, payable on site.
The day before the excursion, at 22:00 MSK, a message is sent to all participants via WhatsApp and the email provided at the time of booking. The message will include:
Please check the messages in advance to avoid delays during pickup.
Transfers during the excursion are carried out in comfortable vehicles: sedans, SUVs, minivans, and minibuses (Mercedes, Volkswagen, Toyota, Honda, and similar), equipped with air conditioning.
Seating is free — on a “first-come, first-served” basis. Vehicles are selected automatically depending on the group size to ensure comfort for all participants.
ℹ️ Detailed participation rules, including clothing requirements when visiting religious sites, cancellation and refund conditions, are available on the “Rules for excursions and tours” page.
The order and duration of stops during group excursions may vary slightly depending on weather conditions, road, and organizational circumstances, without affecting the content of the program.
Mini-groups — groups of up to 10 people are accompanied by a guide-driver, who simultaneously serves as both guide and driver. This ensures individual attention and a more flexible itinerary.
