Altyn-Emel National Park 2-Day Tour

Visit the stunning Altyn-Emel National Park in Kazakhstan, established to protect endangered species of plants and animals. Witness breathtaking landscapes and wildlife during your visit.

  • Starting Point: Almaty
  • Available: Year-round
  • Best Period: April-May, September-November
  • Tour Duration: 2 Days
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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Cost per 1 person
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$ 480
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Why Choose Us?
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2 Days

Distance

800 km

797 km

3 km
Altyn-Emel National Park 2-Day Tour
Private Tour
Ensure that you have a current and valid passport with you on the day of travel
The tour involves long hikes
If you have any specific dietary requirements, please inform us at the time of booking so that we can make appropriate arrangements. Traditional local cuisine includes lamb or beef, dough, and milk products
A part of the tour route passes through roads with clayey soil, which may become muddy during rainy weather. In such cases, access to some sightseeing sites may be restricted or limited

Group Size: 1-18 people

What's Included in the Price?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off; private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
  • Twin or single room in a guesthouse in Altyn Emel National Park (1 night)
  • Services of a professional English-speaking guide
  • Environmental and entry fees
  • Lunch and dinner on Day 1, breakfast and lunch on Day 2
  • A bottle of drinking water per person per day

Not Included:

  • Personal expenses of tour participants
  • Any additional transfers
  • Visa services and registration in Kazakhstan (if required)
  • Additional services not specified in the itinerary

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.

Alternative booking options:

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).

Alternatively, you can call us at:

+7 (727) 326-96-16, +7 (702) 006-57-87 (Almaty)

+7 (7172) 76-00-56 (Astana)

Essential items for your tour:

  • Comfortable clothing (such as shorts, pants, leggings, a T-shirt, or a light long-sleeved sweater). In colder weather, wear an insulated jacket or down jacket, a hat, scarf, and gloves.
  • A cap or hat for sun protection.
  • Comfortable closed-toe shoes with a sturdy sole and high lacing.
  • Personal backpack.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen to protect your skin.
  • Trekking poles (optional).
  • Personal first aid kit.

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, guesthouse stay, 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 7 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

Your journey to Altyn-Emel National Park will begin when you meet your guide at 8:00 am at your hotel. You will then board a comfortable minivan to start your adventure. The journey will take approximately an hour, during which you will travel on a highway, passing by the Kapсhagai Reservoir, the largest lake in the Almaty region. This reservoir is a popular destination for beachgoers and gamblers, as it is one of the two areas in Kazakhstan where casinos are permitted. Your first sightseeing destination will be Tamgaly Tas Petroglyph Site, located on the banks of the Ili River. Your guide will provide fascinating insights about this place. You will then have the opportunity to walk around and enjoy the stunning views. On the opposite side of the river, you can observe the model of a medieval city, which was built for the filming of the movie «Nomad: The Warrior». After sightseeing at Tamgaly Tas, you will proceed to Basshi village, located within the Altyn Emel National Park. You will have lunch and take an excursion to the Singing Dune. After hiking up to the top of the 150-meter dune, you will return to Basshi village for dinner and spend the night in one of the villagers' guest houses or a cozy local hotel.

After breakfast at 08:00, you'll embark on a drive of over 80 km (50 mi) on unpaved roads to the Aktau Mountains. Once you arrive, you'll have free time to explore and take in the beauty of the natural landscape. The geological formations, with their varied hues and textures, make for a perfect backdrop for a photoshoot. Then, you'll head to Basshi village for a lunch. After lunch, you'll head to the town of Jarkent, located 97 km (60 mi) away. Here, you'll visit a stunning wooden mosque-pagoda that is a true marvel of architecture. Designed by the Chinese architect Hon Pike, the mosque boasts brightly patterned roofs and towers.

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Day 1

Your journey to Altyn-Emel National Park will begin when you meet your guide at 8:00 am at your hotel. You will then board a comfortable minivan to start your adventure. The journey will take approximately an hour, during which you will travel on a highway, passing by the Kapсhagai Reservoir, the largest lake in the Almaty region. This reservoir is a popular destination for beachgoers and gamblers, as it is one of the two areas in Kazakhstan where casinos are permitted. Your first sightseeing destination will be Tamgaly Tas Petroglyph Site, located on the banks of the Ili River. Your guide will provide fascinating insights about this place. You will then have the opportunity to walk around and enjoy the stunning views. On the opposite side of the river, you can observe the model of a medieval city, which was built for the filming of the movie «Nomad: The Warrior». After sightseeing at Tamgaly Tas, you will proceed to Basshi village, located within the Altyn Emel National Park. You will have lunch and take an excursion to the Singing Dune. After hiking up to the top of the 150-meter dune, you will return to Basshi village for dinner and spend the night in one of the villagers' guest houses or a cozy local hotel.

Day 2

After breakfast at 08:00, you'll embark on a drive of over 80 km (50 mi) on unpaved roads to the Aktau Mountains. Once you arrive, you'll have free time to explore and take in the beauty of the natural landscape. The geological formations, with their varied hues and textures, make for a perfect backdrop for a photoshoot. Then, you'll head to Basshi village for a lunch. After lunch, you'll head to the town of Jarkent, located 97 km (60 mi) away. Here, you'll visit a stunning wooden mosque-pagoda that is a true marvel of architecture. Designed by the Chinese architect Hon Pike, the mosque boasts brightly patterned roofs and towers.

Tamgaly Tas Petroglyph Site
The Singing Dune
Aktau Mountains
Jarkent Mosque
Tamgaly Tas Petroglyph Site

Tamgaly Tas is a unique monument from the distant past that features images of Buddha and texts in various languages, including Tibetan and Kalmyk, carved onto old rocks. The carvings contain prayer-like meanings, and their origins remain a mystery that scientists have been trying to unravel for over 150 years.

The Singing Dune

The Singing Dune is a sandy hill reaching 150 meters (492 ft) in height and approximately 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) in length. Made up of very fine, pure sand, the Singing Dune emits a unique sound resembling that of organ music when the wind blows. Prior to a sandy storm, it sounds like a drum. From the top of the dune, visitors can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding area.

Aktau Mountains

The Aktau Mountains, also known as the White Mountains, are a world-renowned paleontological field. The Paleogene lacustrine deposits in the mountains contain well-preserved remains of ancient animals that are estimated to be 25-30 million years old. These remains include giant rhinos, crocodiles, and turtles. The mountains themselves are visually stunning, with huge conical shapes reminiscent of the Egyptian pyramids and a magical array of colors and shapes.

Jarkent Mosque

The Jarkent Mosque is an architectural marvel, constructed entirely without the use of a single nail. Its captivating design, featuring vibrant patterned roofs and towers envisioned by a Chinese architect, showcases intricate national ornaments, openwork carvings, and floral drawings embellishing the walls of this unique structure.

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Yuki Kataoka
30 september 2019, 16:35

10

Everything is delitious. Very kind and helpful people are tgere and service is so nice. Everything is wonderful and I can experience and feel how great the nature in KZ is! I regred if only have more time to visit many other places and stay longer. Ihope to back here again maybe for the next vocation. Thanks for everything.

Ryosaku Oshiro
20 october 2017, 15:06

10

She is very kind, her speaking English is very easy to listen. She knows many things about Kazakhstan!Meals are good tasty.

Kathrine S.
25 august 2017, 15:41

10

Dasha`s service was really professional, competent & friendly. We really enjoyed our time with her. Excellent meal!

Gabriela Reimer
26 july 2017, 15:44

10

Dasha is fantastic guide!

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