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A mountain range with a turquoise lake in the foreground. 1
A white van parked in a lot with a building in the background. 2
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A snow-covered mountain landscape with a clear sky. 5
By Kazakhstan Guided Tours

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$144 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the natural beauty of the Almaty mountains on a relaxing day trip to Big Almaty Lake, one of the region’s most iconic alpine sights.
    Enjoy scenic mountain roads, fresh air, and free time to admire and photograph the lake’s stunning turquoise waters surrounded by snow-capped peaks.

    To enhance your experience, you can enjoy scenic horseback riding (optional) in the mountain foothills, passing through peaceful trails and apple orchards — a unique way to connect with the local landscape (no riding experience required).

    Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and travellers seeking an easy escape from the city.

Activity location

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

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty
    • 77/7 Al-Farabi Avenue
    • 050040, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Private tour

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Private tour: only you travel without other people.
Transfer: direct transfer to the Lake by car. A long hike is not required.
Pick-up/drop-off: any location in Almaty.
Pickup included

Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
NZ$630.41 x 1 AdultNZ$630.41
Paid at activityNZ$21.31
Total
Price is NZ$651.72
Until Sun, 1 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English-speaking tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    National park entrance fee
  • Inclusions
    Modern & comfortable van with AC
  • Inclusions
    Direct transfer to Big Almaty Lake
  • Exclusions
    Lunch (not included and provided at local cafe)
  • Exclusions
    Horseback riding (optional and paid on site)

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Big Almaty Lake

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Walking, enjoying the scenery, photographing

Ayusai Visitors Center

  • 20m
A visit to the recently opened visitor centre, where you can buy books about the Almaty mountains, branded items and other souvenirs, and also treat yourself to a cup of hot coffee.

Ile-Alatau National Park

  • 50m
  • Admission ticket not included
Horseback riding (optional) in the foothills of the mountains

Ile-Alatau National Park

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Lunch (not included and provided at a local cafe)

Location

Activity location

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

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty
    • 77/7 Al-Farabi Avenue
    • 050040, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
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    Ibis Almaty Jetisu
    • 55 Abylai Khan Avenue
    • 050004, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
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    Kazakhstan Hotel
    • 52/2 Dostyk Avenue
    • 480051, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
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    Holiday Inn Express Almaty by IHG
    • 597/5 Seifullin Avenue
    • 050067, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

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