Hiking
Explore Almaty’s mountain trails, including Kok-Zhailau, Medeo, and Chimbulak. Find GPS tracks, travel tips, and driving directions.
Kolsai Lakes, Kaindy (Sunken Forest), and Charyn Canyon near Almaty
This exclusive private tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Almaty’s hidden gems—Kolsai Lake, Kaindy Lake, and the majestic Charyn Canyon.
Issyk Lake: Kazakhstan’s Hidden Gem
Issyk lake – is one of the highest lakes in Kazakhstan, located at a height of 1609 meters above sea level in Ile Alatau National Park.
Big Almaty Lake: how to get there
Nestled in the breathtaking Zailiysky Alatau mountain range within Ile Alatau National Park lies the captivating Big Almaty Lake (BAO), a destination that beckons adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike.
Mokhnatka Mountain
If you’re tired of the usual hikes to Kok-Zhailau, Furmanovka, and the Swing in the Almaty mountains, Mokhnatka Mountain offers a refreshing change.
Medeo in Almaty: The Ultimate Ice Skating Rink
Nestled in the picturesque mountains just outside Almaty, Medeo is a must-visit destination in Almaty.
Alma-Arasan Hot Springs in Almaty Mountains
Hidden amidst the stunning landscapes south of Almaty, the Alma-Arasan Hot Springs stand as a remarkable testament to nature’s healing powers.
The highest mountain in Kazakhstan
Khan-Tengri is not just a mountain, it is a symbol of Kazakhstan’s indestructibility, steadfastness and power.
Red Mountains Boguty, Kazakhstan. Mars-like views, desert, route
Red Mountains Boguty are located 150 km from Almaty.
Mynzhylki: how to get there, route description, Alpingrad, Almaty mountains
Today we will go to the Mynzhylky Plateau, located on the northern slopes of the Zailiysky Alatau mountains at the source of the Malaya Almatinka River at an altitude of 3000 meters above sea level.
Charyn Canyon 🌵 : Valley of Castles, Charyn river and more
Charyn Canyon, located in the eastern part of Kazakhstan, is one of the country’s most famous natural attractions.
Big Almaty Peak through the Terra Field: how to get there, route, Almaty
Hike to the Big Almaty Peak (BAP) through the Terra Field.
Terra Field and Alyoshkin Bridge: how to get there, route, Almaty mountains
A hike to a very beautiful Prohodnoe gorge: Terra field, Alyoshkin Bridge and Maiden’s Tears waterfall.
Anatoli Boukreev peak: how to get there, route, hike in Almaty mountains
This is a story about hiking to Anatoli Boukreev peak (3010 m) in Almaty mountains.
Butakovskiy waterfall: how to get there, route, Almaty mountains
Today we will hike to one of the most picturesque places in Almaty mountains — the Upper and Lower Butakovskiy waterfalls.
Manshuk Mametova lake: how to get there, route, Mynzhylki
Today we are hiking to one of the most beautiful destinations in Almaty mountains – Manshuk Mametova lake.