Tours in Almaty

Do you want to see one of the most famous natural landmarks of Kazakhstan? Then this tour is for you. In our guests' opinion it's a #1 must-see place in Almaty. During a tour you will: - Drive along serpentine road and unspoiled nature in the forests of the Tien Shan mountains at the height of 2510m. - Visit "Girl's tears" waterfall - small but very expressive; - Be amazed by the snowy peaks surrounding the lake, reaching a heigth of more than 4000 meters. We can also visit show with birds of pray (Apr-Oct, afternoon tour) Recomendations: - Please make sure to bring your passport on tour - Warm clothes

Join us for an adventure to Big Almaty Lake in Ile-Alatau National Park, a "must-see" natural attraction near the city. Choose from a 14 km hike and a direct car drive. For those who want to hike, be prepared for a moderate climb. We'll embark on a 2-3 hour trek to the lake, spend two hours there, and then retrace our steps. Hiking boots are required, but trekking poles and raincoats are provided. The car option includes a comfortable ride from your hotel, 60 minutes at the lake. The pick-up time may change depending on the situation at the security gates. A visit to the Ayusay Visitor Center, Almarasan hot springs, First President Park and a 40-minute falcon show can be arranged directly with the guide. For bookings within the last 24 hours, please contact us via WhatsApp before making a reservation! We also offer hiking tours, and tours to Charyn Canyon, Kaindy, Kolsai, Issyk lakes, and more. For further information, contact us via WhatsApp at +77080767571.

The Kok Zhailau high mountain pasture is the favorite place for mountain hiking among all residents and tourists of Almaty. The route is easy and suitable for beginners with good health and fitness experience. It offers breathtaking views of the Tien Shan Mountains and a complete panorama of the city of Almaty. This is exactly the case when we can say that we are looking at the city from a bird's eye view. Beautiful poplar, birch, pine and spruce forests - you will see all of this during our hike. Our climb takes about 3 hours and the way back takes 2 hours. This is real mountain fitness and trekking for the whole day with a visit to a beautiful place in the reserve. If you want to understand why Almaty is one of the top 10 cities in the world for mountain tourism, then this tour is for you!

In one day, you can visit the most beautiful places with spectacular nature: Charyn Canyon, "the little brother of Grand Canyon," Kolsay Lake, the pearl of Tyan Shan Mountain, and Kaindy Lake, a flooded forest. Incredible views of the most unusual, mysterious, and inexplicable natural phenomena won't leave you indifferent. Inspire yourself with the beauty of Kazakhstani nature.

Issyk and Turgen Gorges are one of the key and most comfortable destinations to travel from Almaty. The one-way drive will take no more than 1.5 hour from the city. Amazing views of the Ile-Alatau National Park from Turgen Gorge side are more pristine and pure because of the remoteness from big city. Here you will enjoy a nice and easy hike to the Bear waterfall. Lake Issyk is a perfect place to peacefully rest, surrounded by rich mountain nature. The combination of evergreen forests, fresh clear water and snowy peaks makes this place delightful. There is not only pristine nature with the rough waterfall and mountain lake but also the unique Golden Man (ancient warrior found in this area) archeological museum on the way. There is also a local trout farm where you can have a nice outdoor lunch during the tour. This tour is one of the well balanced activities that you can have in Almaty surroundings. It doesn't require long car journeys and can be conveniently done as a day trip.

Each country has its own natural wonders. And we have a lot of them in Kazakhstan. One of the most famous and beautiful natural attractions is the Charyn Canyon. Charyn Canyon - is one of the most unique natural objects, where the influence of the millennial processes of weathering of sedimentary rocks, the original form of relief took the outlines of isolated rocks, columns and towers. Charyn Canyon - a natural monument, built of sedimentary rocks, whose age is about 12 million years. The most interesting place for tourists is the so-called Valley of the castles. In the bosom of the canyon is preserved grove of ash trees and relict species surviving glaciations era. Another similar grove is only in North America. Landscape diversity Charyn canyon leads to the variety of flora and fauna. Charyn canyon reminiscent of the Grand Canyon of Colorado (Grand Canyon) in North America, though inferior to him in size, but "Valley of Castles" unique beauty.

This tour presents six main attractions of Almaty: Medeu: Visit the highest and largest outdoor ice skating rink in the world. Although the stadium is currently closed, we can walk around it and, if we’re lucky, feed the squirrels. Shymbulak: Take a cable car (cost not included) to the famous ski resort. Enjoy stunning views, explore three stops, and take pictures with the glacier. Horse riding is available (cost not included). Ascension Cathedral is a stunning wooden cathedral, built in the early 20th century, is one of the world's tallest wooden buildings. 28 Panfilov’s Park: This historic park is named after the Panfilov Heroes. Green Bazaar (Zelyony Bazaar): A bustling marketplace in the heart of Almaty. It’s a great place to experience the local culture and cuisine. Koktobe: Visit Koktobe mountain, with attractions, souvenir shops, restaurants, and observation decks. *Please note that entry tickets and lunch are not included; see the Exclusions notes for the prices.

You might already know that Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon are the top must-visit places in case you are travelling to Almaty. We suggest you private tour and full service but at the same time good price and flexibility. We will make our best so that you can enjoy the natural and cultural beauty of Kazakhstan!

Almaty is lucky to be one of the few cities in the world to have such unique and diverse surroundings as mountain ranges, sky peaks, coniferous forests, rough rivers, picturesque deserts, ancient canyons and many other natural wonders. Big Almaty Lake is definetely one of the brightest sights among all of that. Its pristine water changing colour depending on the season, astonishing mountain peaks encircling the lake from all sides, thick ever-green forests make an unforgettable impression especially on the first time visitors. Come and enjoy this primeval nature with us!

Our team developed this tour specifically for guests of Almaty, who have only one free day to explore Kazakhstan. For this day, you will not only get acquainted with the diversity of nature in the Almaty region, you will also taste Kazakhstan in the authentic village (Kazakh village) of Saty. The speed of landscape change and the variety of entertainments of this excursion make it unique.

Almaty is the bigest city in Central Asia. City tour will show you all sides of city and culture citizens.

This tour combines major travel sights of Almaty region in 4-day itinerary. Altyn-Emel National park is one of the most unique natural sights in the world. Ancient lanscapes of colorful Aktau mountains and mysterious Singing Dune on the shore of Ili river are must-see places for any Almaty guests. Breathtaking views of an ancient Charyn Canyon impress all the visitors. Astonishing nature of Kolsai and Kaindy mountain Lakes is the picturesque mix of green and blue. During this 4-day jeep-tour you will have an opportunity not only to explore top natural spots of the region but also get to know kazakh culture through its people and original village lifestyle. Among all of the offers we suggest you private trip and full service but at the same time reasonable price, simple and flexible tour. We will make our best so that you can enjoy our natural and cultural beauty!

This tour gives a unique opportunity to visit the most beautiful places of Kazakhstan for 5 days. You will visit the steppes, semi-deserts, mountains and lakes, with the opportunity to see a wild nature, locals and nomads live. Throughout the road you are waiting for unreal beauty landscapes. This tour it is a great place for a dialog with Nature. Powerful and comfortable SUV will ideal option to travel long off-road and 5 days daily roads. This tour is aimed at people who loves hiking in the mountains, be alone with nature, wildlife and an active lifestyle. Visit all this places with SUVtours. If you respect a safely driving, comfort, and love the nature, this tour for you.

Golden circle of Almaty one of the most popular and interesting tour. You will see completely different areas. Desert, Canyons, Alpine forest, Steppe and Mountain lakes.

You have short time, but the desire to see as much as possible overwhelms you? This tour is what you need. Enjoy the diversity of nature in the Almaty region and get acquainted with life, culture and cuisine of the Kazakhs in 3 days. The rate of change of climatic zones (3 zones) and the number of natural beauties makes this tour unique and unforgettable. During the tour we visit: Altyn Emel National Nature Park (Aktau, Katutau and Singing Barkhan Mountains), Charyn Canyon " Castle Valley", Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes.

With our team you will get acquainted with Almaty city, in one day you will visit all significant places: mountains, historical places, national museum, local market with local food. We guarantee you experience with full of joy, good mood and unforgettable memories will be captured by your heart!

Spend the day surrounded by majestic mountains, where the vivid blue waters of the lakes create an unforgettable landscape. You can enjoy the fresh mountain air and leisurely strolls along the shore with nighstanding in local guesthouse. In Charyn Canyon, you will be immersed in an atmosphere of mystique amidst red cliffs and ancient artifacts.

A two-day tour to the National Park Altyn Emel is a great opportunity to visit the unique natural monuments of Kazakhstan. Martian landscapes, the mysterious singing of a dune, the Red Book animals and the frozen lava make this tour unforgettable. The feeling that you are on another planet during this tour does not leave you for a minute.

This tour option allows you to visit the most attractive natural sights of Almaty region in one day trip. Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes area is famous for its natural diversity. There are high mountains, rough rivers, evergreen forests and pristine lakes. Charyn Canyon is another spectacular must-see place which is located on the way to the lakes. For this one-day tour you can choose two of the three sights (Kolsai Lake, Kaindy Lake, Charyn Canyon). It might be Kolsai + Kaindy, Kolsai + Charyn or Kaindy + Charyn. You will have enough time to comfortably enjoy both locations and come back to the city. To visit all three sights please check our 2-day tour with overnight stay.

Update: Higher stations of Shymbulak are closed till November 1, 2022. Almaty has such natural diversity as mountain ranges, coniferous forests, rough rivers, picturesque deserts, ancient canyons and many other natural wonders. This tour includes visiting some of the top must-see places and activities in Almaty during one day. We will start our trip with Medeo and Shymbulak mountain sights. While lifting up on a cable car through the gorge you will enjoy mountain peaks in snow and amazing nature of Trans Ili Alatau. After that we will move to Big Almaty Lake. We will stop for lunch at the mountain cafe on the way. Big Almaty Lake is definitely one of the brightest sights of the city. Its pristine water changes colour depending on season, astonishing mountain peaks encircling the lake from all sides. Falcons and golden eagles were one of the most important animals for nomadic culture back in the days. We will finish our trip with dynamic hunting birds show at Sunkar center!

Wonderful 1 Day Express tour to the "Must visit" places in Kazakhstan. During tour, you will see beautiful landscape and Kazakh village lifestyle! Moreover you will see best pastureland in Kazakhstan - Assy plateau!

Comfortable 1 day tour for people who has short time and interested in outdoor and hiking tour! During 1 day you will see beautiful landscape and real Kazakh lifestyle!

One-day trip to the Charyn Canyon - the most popular tour from Almaty, which takes you to the heart of wildlife. The scale of the canyon and the landscapes surrounding it make the trip to the Charyn Canyon unforgettable. During the tour We'll visit the "Moon" Canyon and the Bartogai Reservoir.

One of the greatest options for 2-days tour in Almaty area. A lot of options to observe a wildelife.