Canyons of Jetysu Off-Road Tour

This off-road tour will take you through the most stunning canyons of the Almaty region, including Kyzylzhar, Temirlik, Bestamak, and Charyn Canyon.

  • Starting Point: Hotel Pickup (Almaty)
  • Tour Duration: 4 Days
  • Available: Year-Round
  •   Best Period: April-May, September-November
Highly qualified staff
We invest over 300 hours each year in training our staff and guides to ensure top-notch service.
Charity
Our company contributes up to 1% of your service cost to support charitable causes and create a positive impact.
Guarantee
We guarantee the quality of our services. If we do not meet your expectations, we will refund your money.
Experience
With over 26,000 satisfied guests from 67 countries and 10,000+ tours completed, our experience speaks for itself.

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4 Days

Distance

820 km

804 km

16 km
Canyons of Jetysu Off-Road Tour
Starting Point: Hotel Pickup (Almaty)
Tour Duration: 4 Days
Private Tour
Difficulty: Moderate
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, please inform us at the time of booking so that we can make appropriate arrangements. Local cuisine typically includes lamb or beef, dough, and milk products.

Group Size: 1-16 people

What's Included in the Price?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off; private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation in a tent camp (3 nights)
  • Meals (lunch and dinner on Day 1, three meals on Days 2 and 3, breakfast and lunch on Day 4)
  • Services of a professional English-speaking guide
  • Environmental fees
  • Tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad

Not Included:

  • Accommodation in Almaty before or after the tour (if required)
  • Personal expenses of tour participants
  • Any additional transfers
  • Visa services and registration in Kazakhstan (if required)

Booking Procedure

  • Select the tour you want to book.
  • On the tour page, use the calendar to choose your desired date and the number of participants. Fill in your personal information and click the Buy Online button.
  • To secure your booking, you need to pay the full cost of the tour. For details on the online payment process, refer to the Purchase Instructions tab.
  • After payment, save your voucher and the electronic receipt containing your order details and payment information.

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You can also book a tour by contacting our managers and paying in cash or via bank transfer. To reach our managers, click the round button in the lower right corner of the screen or message us on WhatsApp at +7 (700) 348-00-00 (responses available in English).

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Essential items for your tour:

  • Comfortable clothing (such as shorts, pants, leggings, a T-shirt, or a light long-sleeved sweater). A waterproof and windproof jacket. In colder weather, wear an insulated jacket or down jacket, along with a hat, scarf, and gloves.
  • A cap or hat for sun protection.
  • Trekking boots or sneakers with hard soles and high lacing.
  • Change of shoes for camp (light sneakers).
  • Extra warm clothing is needed for nights in the tent.
  • Several pairs of socks + a pair of warm socks.
  • Several sets of underwear.
  • Personal backpack.
  • Head-torch.
  • Sunscreen.
  • A personal first aid kit.
  • Personal hygiene kit.
  • Insect repellent.

Tour Pricing Options

The prices for this tour are based on the Standard tariff, which includes reliable tourist transport in good condition, the services of an experienced guide and driver, hotel stays, and meals.

In addition to the Standard tariff, we offer the following options:

  • Economy: We provide lower-class vehicles for transfers, and accommodations consist of more budget-friendly hotels and guesthouses. This option is ideal for tourists looking to minimize costs.

Note: Be cautious of companies that misrepresent their Economy tariff as Standard. These companies may offer lower-priced tours with poor service quality, such as outdated vehicles and inexperienced guides. They might also operate illegally and neglect essential safety standards.

  • Comfort: This option features high-comfort vehicles in excellent condition, with the most experienced guides accompanying tourists. Tourists stay in high-class hotels.
  • VIP: Luxury transport is provided, and guests stay in upscale hotels. Premium services are offered throughout the entire trip.

If you wish to adjust your tariff, please inform your manager before booking the tour.

For more information about our rates and transport options, refer to this section.

Purchase Instructions

  • Choose your desired date and fill in all required information. The total order amount will be displayed based on your selections.
  • Click the Buy Online button to be redirected to a secure payment page. Here, enter your bank card details to complete your payment.

We accept payments via Visa, MasterCard, and other electronic payment systems. The total amount will be charged in the national currency of Kazakhstan – tenge. The conversion to Kazakhstani tenge will occur at the official exchange rate set by the National Bank of Kazakhstan on the day of payment. You can view the current exchange rates for the Kazakhstani tenge against other currencies on this page.

  • Once your payment is successful, an electronic receipt with your order details and payment information will be sent to the email address you provided. Additionally, you can download and print a voucher for the paid service during your browser session. Please ensure you save this voucher.

For details about the payment service and the security measures for electronic transactions, refer to this page.

Why Choose Us?

Highly Qualified Staff
We invest over 300 hours each year in training our staff and guides to ensure top-notch service.

Charity
Our company contributes up to 1% of your service cost to support charitable causes and create a positive impact. 

Guarantee
We guarantee the quality of our services. If we do not meet your expectations, we will refund your money.

Experience
With over 26,000 satisfied guests from 67 countries and 10,000+ tours completed, our experience speaks for itself. 

Cancellation Policy:

  • If you cancel the tour less than 3 days* before its start, 50% of the total cost will be retained.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours* before the tour or do not show up, 100% of the total cost will be retained.

*Please note that if a cancellation notice is received outside of our working hours (evening, night, or weekends) and our managers have not confirmed receipt of your cancellation or change request in writing, the company reserves the right to consider the request when business hours resume. Therefore, we encourage you to notify us of any changes or cancellations as early as possible.

During non-working hours, you can try to reach us through our duty phone, corporate email, or corporate messengers. Duty managers monitor these channels and can respond promptly. If you have the contact information for your guide, driver, or other responsible parties (often listed in your voucher), we recommend reaching out to them directly as well.

Tour Schedule

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4

At 06:00, your guide will meet you at your hotel in Almaty. You’ll then board a comfortable off-road vehicle and begin your journey to Kyzylzhar Canyon (Red Canyon) in the Boguty Mountains. Upon arrival, we’ll set up camp, enjoy lunch, and take a scenic walk through the canyon. After the walk, we’ll return to camp for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Camping at an altitude of 900 meters (2950 ft) above sea level 
Driving distance for the day – 200 km (124 mi) 
Walking distance – around 5 km (3 mi)

Today, we’ll visit Charyn Canyon. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy lunch followed by a walk through the Valley of Castles, the canyon’s most picturesque section. After exploring the canyon, we’ll take a short drive to a serene spot along the banks of the Charyn River, where we’ll set up camp, have dinner, and relax for the evening.

Camping at an altitude of 1050 meters (3445 ft) above sea level 
Driving distance for the day – 200 km (124 mi) 
Walking distance – around 6 km (4 mi)

After breakfast, we’ll head to Bestamak Canyon, where you’ll enjoy a scenic walk and a picnic. In the afternoon, we’ll continue to Temirlik Canyon. Upon arrival, we’ll set up camp along the banks of the Temirlik River, have dinner by the campfire, and relax for the evening.

Camping at an altitude of 950 meters (3120 ft) above sea level 
Driving distance for the day – 90 km (56 mi) 
Walking distance – around 5 km (3 mi)

After breakfast, we’ll head to a scenic viewpoint overlooking the Valley of Castles before continuing our journey back to Almaty. Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch at a local café. We expect to arrive in Almaty at approximately 8:00 PM.

Driving distance for the day – 330 km (205 mi) 

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Day 1

At 06:00, your guide will meet you at your hotel in Almaty. You’ll then board a comfortable off-road vehicle and begin your journey to Kyzylzhar Canyon (Red Canyon) in the Boguty Mountains. Upon arrival, we’ll set up camp, enjoy lunch, and take a scenic walk through the canyon. After the walk, we’ll return to camp for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Camping at an altitude of 900 meters (2950 ft) above sea level 
Driving distance for the day – 200 km (124 mi) 
Walking distance – around 5 km (3 mi)

Day 2

Today, we’ll visit Charyn Canyon. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy lunch followed by a walk through the Valley of Castles, the canyon’s most picturesque section. After exploring the canyon, we’ll take a short drive to a serene spot along the banks of the Charyn River, where we’ll set up camp, have dinner, and relax for the evening.

Camping at an altitude of 1050 meters (3445 ft) above sea level 
Driving distance for the day – 200 km (124 mi) 
Walking distance – around 6 km (4 mi)

Day 3

After breakfast, we’ll head to Bestamak Canyon, where you’ll enjoy a scenic walk and a picnic. In the afternoon, we’ll continue to Temirlik Canyon. Upon arrival, we’ll set up camp along the banks of the Temirlik River, have dinner by the campfire, and relax for the evening.

Camping at an altitude of 950 meters (3120 ft) above sea level 
Driving distance for the day – 90 km (56 mi) 
Walking distance – around 5 km (3 mi)

Day 4

After breakfast, we’ll head to a scenic viewpoint overlooking the Valley of Castles before continuing our journey back to Almaty. Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch at a local café. We expect to arrive in Almaty at approximately 8:00 PM.

Driving distance for the day – 330 km (205 mi) 

Boguty Mountains
Charyn Canyon
Bestamak Canyon
Temirlik Canyon
Boguty Mountains

The strikingly red Boguty Mountains are divided into Ulken Boguty (Big Boguty) and Bala Boguty (Small Boguty). These mountains lie at the foothills of the Ile Alatau mountain range, stretching between the Charyn and Chilik rivers. After a rain, when the moisture deepens the clay's red hues, the landscape resembles that of Mars. Over time, rain and wind have shaped these mountains, forming canyons and unique rock formations. In the past, this area was home to an active volcano, as evidenced by numerous fragments of fossilized volcanic ash. Among the rocks, you can spot solidified lava, frozen in time since the age of dinosaurs.

Charyn Canyon

Charyn Canyon bears a resemblance to the Grand Canyon in the USA, albeit on a smaller scale. The steep canyon slopes reach heights of 150-300 meters (500-1000 ft), and what truly stands out is the remarkable dissection of the terrain – a dense, chaotic network of numerous ravines. Particularly captivating is the Valley of Castles, where the wind and water have sculpted walls resembling castles and towers. This valley showcases nature's unique architectural prowess, crafting magnificent structures over millions of years. Walking amid these towers and columns, you can marvel at the wild imagination of nature for hours.

Bestamak Canyon

Bestamak Canyon is often referred to by locals as the Moon Canyon. It is renowned for its striking resemblance to the lunar surface. Composed of yellow clay, the canyon boasts uniquely rounded landscapes and the absence of sharp angles.

While the area receives very little rainfall, melting snow in the spring provides just enough water to soften the clay. This process shapes the valley floor into a white, flat expanse, bordered by diffuse, pale formations. Walking at the bottom of this "lunar" canyon feels like stepping onto the Moon itself. The only hint of the canyon's earthly origin is the presence of Haloxylon shrubs.

Temirlik Canyon

Temirlik Canyon takes its name from the small Temirlik River, which flows along its base and originates in the Ketmen Ridge. At the shaded canyon floor grows the relict Sogdian ash tree, a species that has survived since the Ice Age. These unique groves are found only in Kazakhstan and North America. The canyon is also home to diverse birdlife, including the rare black stork, nightingales, turtledoves, and cave swallows.

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