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Private Big Almaty Lake Hiking Tour with alternatgive Pipeline

By Nomadtravel.kz
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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $140 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

First, we will visit Big Almaty Lake, which is about a 1.5-hour drive from Almaty City. On the way to the lake, you will observe the beautiful mountains, crowded pine trees, and landscape. Upon arriving at The Big Almaty Lake, you will wonder how it was formed as a Big Lake on the top of the mountain hundreds of years ago. Big Almaty Lake is a natural alpine reservoir. It is located in the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, 15 km south of the center of Almaty in Kazakhstan. The lake is 2511 meters above sea level. During the exploration of the lake, everyone would easily notice the color of the lake change according to the intensity of sunlight from light blue to heavy dark.
Next, our journey takes us to the Alma-Arasan Gorage. You will see a river that comes from the spring on the top of the mountain and be astonished by its pureness. We will hike along the river for around 1km.
Then, we will discover the Ayusay Gurge.
Finally, we are going to First President Park.

Activity location

  • Big Almaty Lake
    • Ili-Alatau National Park
    • 050065, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Big Almaty Lake
    • Ili-Alatau National Park
    • 050065, Almaty, Kazakhstan

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Hike 6km up to the Lake & down
  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Hiking to 6km to the Lake: We will hike 6km up to the lake for 2-3 hours and go down for around 2-3 hours. Great opportunity for hike enthusiasts.
Duration: 6 hours
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00am
Price details
$140.00 x 1 Adult$140.00
Total
Price is $140.00

What's included, what's not

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    Bottled Water
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    All Entrance Fees for all tourist attractions
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    English-speaking tour guide
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    Airport or Hotel pick-up/drop-off.
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    Comfortable SUV vehicle
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    Parking Fees
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    Lunch
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    Customer's own expense

Know before you book

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Big Almaty Lake
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
It is our first stop and the main part of the journey, We will explore the distinctive Big Almaty Lake, located on the top of Alatau mountains at an altitude of 2500m above sea level. you will wonder about the unparalleled power of the unique nature. Big Almaty Lake is a natural alpine reservoir.
Alma-Arasan Gorge
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
We will visit Alma-Arasan Gorge, there is a river that comes from the spring on the top of the mountain, you will get to know what pure spring water looked and tasted like several centuries ago. We will hike around 1 km along the river and explore the view inside the valley.
Ayusai Gorge
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Ayusai Gorge, translated as the Bear Gorge from Kazakh, is a captivating destination that entices travelers with its waterfalls. The gorge welcomes visitors with the sight of three bear sculptures. Adjacent to the sculptures is a visitor center, providing essential information and services to enhance the tourist experience. The journey to the waterfalls offers a chance to breathe in the pure mountain air and relish the picturesque scenery of the surrounding mountains.
First President's Park
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The final atttraction for the tour is First President park, where we spend aound 30 minnutes for exploring the biggest park in Almaty city.

Location

Activity location

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    Big Almaty Lake
    • Ili-Alatau National Park
    • 050065, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Big Almaty Lake
    • Ili-Alatau National Park
    • 050065, Almaty, Kazakhstan

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