3 mysteries
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to explore the sights of Kazakhstan in a short time.
Within three days, you will visit 3 of the 5 national parks located in the Almaty region. The variety and number of places visited during this three-day itinerary guarantee an unforgettable experience.
Only in the Almaty region can you cross the steppe, discover high-altitude lakes, descend into the canyon - and all this in just 3 days.
Route program
8:00
The guide will meet you in the lobby of the hotel or at the airport. After the welcome, we begin the tour in a comfortable off-road vehicle.
The first stop is the village of Bashi, the trip from Almaty takes about 4 hours. On the way, we will pass through the Kazakh "Las Vegas" and try local treats, "Kurt" cheese
12:00
Check-in at the hotel and lunch in the village.
13:00
Preparing to explore the stunning lifeless landscapes of the Aktau Mountains of the Cretaceous period.
The journey takes about 1.5 hours, passing through salt marshes. Along the way, you will see characteristic rocky and forest-like landscapes, leading us through the most picturesque places in the mountains.
17:00
After the hike, we return to the hotel.
Along the way, you will visit the rugged Katutau Mountains with natural sculptures and a 700-year-old willow spring, where everyone will drink fresh spring water.
19:00
Dinner at the hotel.
6:00
On the second day, we wake up early and go to the Singing Dune.
The off-road trip takes about an hour. If we are lucky, we may see rare wild animals from the Red Book heading to the watering hole.
7:30
We will have breakfast at the foot of the Singing Dune. The guide will make coffee and explain the origin of the sand.
8:00
To fully appreciate the breathtaking and untouched landscape, we will climb to the top of the dune and walk along the sand, listening to the mysterious "singing" of the sand.
After that, we will embark on a 1.5-hour drive to the entrance of the Charyn Tour.
14:00
After a hearty lunch, we will visit the "Valley of Castles", known as the Charyn Canyon National Park.
We will enjoy the panoramic views of the canyon, take a 3-kilometer walk into the canyon and listen to the powerful roar of the Charyn River. The guide will show us the most stunning vistas of the Valley of Castles and share its fascinating history. We will enjoy tea by the river before returning to the parking lot.
18:00
We will drive through the mountain passes to the village of Saty, which takes about 1.5 hours.
7:00
The last day of the adventure begins with a hearty breakfast.
8:00
We are going off-road for 12 km to visit the stunning Kaindy Lake, a real miracle of Kungei Alatau.
By the lake, we will explore three different viewing points that offer the best views of the lake.
11:30
After that, we will continue our journey to Lake Kolsai, which takes about 1.5 hours.
Here you will have 2 hours of free time to enjoy the surroundings. You can rent a boat to admire the breathtaking mountain views from the water, climb up to the viewpoint for a great panorama of the lake, or take a leisurely stroll around the lake.
14:00
After returning to Saty village, we will enjoy a traditional Kazakh lunch before starting the trip back to Almaty.
On the way, we will stop at the dramatic cliffs of Charyn Canyon and visit the roadside bazaar in the village of Bayseit.
19:00
The guide will take you to any address in Almaty, marking the end of our three-day tour. The memories of this adventure will stay with you for many years to come.
Included in the price
- Transfer on a comfortable 4WD SUV with fuel
- Services of an English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees
- Lunch boxes
- Accommodation in yurts (nomad houses) with amenities
- Meals without breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day
- 1.5 liters of drinking water per person
Not included in the price
- Alcohol
- Personal expenses
- Boating and other activities