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Talyn Waterfall

A waterfall cascading through a rocky gorge in Govi-Altai.

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Elevation
Best season
June – September
Duration
Varies
Difficulty
Confirm locally

Govi-Altay

About this place

Talyn Waterfall (Talyn Khurkhree) is in Sharga soum, Govi-Altai Province. The supplied photograph shows a waterfall dropping between steep rock walls and a stream flowing over boulders. Enjoy the scenery from stable ground and respect the surrounding landscape.

Best time to visit

Plan around local weather and water conditions; confirm seasonal access before travelling.

Getting there

Arrange the approach from Altai or Sharga with a local driver. Confirm the final track, parking and walking access locally; the map pin is not a verified vehicle endpoint. The modeled airport approach is 1,131 km / 16 h 39 min without stops. It ends 19.4 km from the pin in a straight line. This is a partial road route, not a route to the waterfall; arrange the unmapped final access with a local driver.

What to know

Keep to existing tracks, respect local herders and take all waste away. Confirm accommodation and supplies before leaving settlements.

Safety

Wet rocks can be slippery. Keep away from unstable gorge edges and avoid entering the stream during high water. Bring sturdy footwear, water, warm layers and offline navigation.

Nearby

Combine with a visit to Sharga or Altai, planning onward travel and overnight stops separately.