Altyn Emel National Park and Charyn Canyon Off-Road Tour

If you like spending time in nature and delight in discovering the new and unusual – come join us on this off-road tour in Altyn Emel Natural Park and Charyn Canyon!
  • Available: Year-round
  • Best Period: April-May, September-November
  • Tour Duration: 4 Days
  • Complexity: Tour of Moderate Complexity
  • Starting Point: Almaty
  • Private Tour
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The price of the private tour will vary based on the number of people in the group, including children aged 4 and over. Please note that the cost for a child's participation in the tour will be the same as an adult. The price per person shown below is based on a group of two individuals.

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4 Days

Distance

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Altyn Emel National Park and Charyn Canyon Off-Road Tour
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Altyn Emel National Park and Charyn Canyon Off-Road Tour

Itinerary

Day 1 – You will meet your guide at 9:00 AM at your hotel, board a comfortable off-road vehicle, and set out from Almaty to Altyn-Emel National Park. Upon arrival, we'll take a walk to the Singing Dune and enjoy lunch by a nearby stream. After exploring the dune, we'll head to the Aktau Mountains to establish a camp for an overnight stay.

The total distance covered on this day is approximately 490 km (300 mi).
A night in a tent camp at an altitude of 565 meters (1854 ft) above sea level.

Day 2 – After breakfast, we will go for a walk to explore the Aktau Mountains, renowned for their picturesque and distinctive landscapes. As evening falls, we'll return to the camp for dinner and overnight rest.

The walking distance covered during the day is approximately 10 km (6 mi).
A night in a tent camp at an altitude of 565 meters (1854 ft) above sea level.

Day 3 – After breakfast and the dismantling of the camp, we will head to another fascinating destination – the Katutau Mountains. After exploring the mountains, we'll continue our drive to the ash-tree grove at Temirlik River, and then proceed to Charyn Canyon. There, we will establish a camp, have dinner, and rest.

The total distance covered on this day is approximately 300 km (984 mi).
The walking distance for the day is about 6 km (20 mi).
A night in a tent camp at an altitude of 1000 meters (3280 ft) above sea level.

Day 4 – In the morning, we'll take a stroll around the canyon before we begin our journey back to Almaty. Along the way, we'll stop for lunch at a cafe or have a picnic. The anticipated arrival time in Almaty is around 7:00 PM.

The total distance covered on this day is approximately 250 km (155 mi).

Important Information and Recommendations:

    Age restriction: 4+
    Ensure that you have a current and valid passport with you on the day of travel.
    If you have any specific dietary requirements or restrictions, please inform us at the time of booking so that we can make appropriate arrangements. Traditional local cuisine typically includes lamb or beef, dough, and milk products.
    Clothing and equipment required for the tour: waterproof membrane Gore-Tex jacket and pants, warm fleece jacket or Polartec jacket, windproof jacket; several sets of underwear, several pairs of socks and a pair of warm socks, several T-shirts with short sleeves, shorts; appropriate hiking boots, lightweight sneakers; sunglasses and sunscreen; head torch with adjustable brightness, several sets of batteries; thermos for 1-1.5 liters or another water container; personal hygiene items, personal first aid kit (for chronic diseases is obligatory), mite and mosquito repellent.

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