Participants of the “Studtourism” Project Conquered Furmanov Peak

On October 4, as part of the International Student Tourism School, a mountain hike to Furmanov Peak was organized on the initiative of the Department of Recreational Geography and Tourism of the Faculty of Geography and Environmental Management at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.

The event was attended by students participating in the “Studtourism” project from the North-Caucasus Federal University (Russia). The participants climbed Furmanov Peak, located in the picturesque area of the Ile-Alatau Mountains at an altitude of 3,050 metres above sea level.

The mountain hike was led by members of the department’s teaching staff, R.M. Baiburiyev and B.S. Adilbay, together with members of the “ZhasTur” Tourism Club. During the hike, participants were introduced to safety requirements in mountainous conditions, gained practical experience in active tourism, and explored the natural landscapes and scenic peaks of the Ile-Alatau Mountains.

Held as part of the International Student Tourism School, the event aimed to strengthen international cooperation between higher education institutions in Kazakhstan and Russia, facilitate student experience sharing, and promote tourism and active recreation among young people.

The event contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 3 – “Good Health and Well-being”, SDG 4 – “Quality Education”, and SDG 17 – “Partnerships for the Goals”.