All Almaty Tours & Excursions in 2026
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JonelCanin, May 2026
1st Visit in Kazakhstan
Best Value Tour, we'll organized trip and able to visit major landmarks in Kazakhstan such Kandy Lake, Koysan Lake and Charyn Canyon without being stressed from driving or commute. Able to meet local host for Kazakhstan Lunch. Highly recommend. Cheers to our tour guide Assem!
Eugene_K, Apr 2026
A great overnight trip to...
A great overnight trip to the canyons and lakes. Zhuldyz (Jules) is a great guide, gamely balancing the wishes of a pretty large group (almost 30) and adapting activities on the fly. She also did a great job herding all of us across the various stops to make sure we were on schedule.
I'd definitely recommend two days over one. Even with the extra there were locations where I could have spent more time, but this was a great overview.
Bogdan_P, Apr 2026
Great day out of Almaty!
We had an absolutely incredible day exploring Charyn Canyon, Kolsay, and Kaiyndy with Ayan. From the moment he picked us up, he was professional, friendly, and incredibly helpful. He shared lots of interesting local knowledge and went out of his way to ensure we were comfortable throughout the entire trip.
If you're looking for a private tour in Almaty, I cannot recommend this tour and Ayan highly enough—he truly made the experience unforgettable!
Giulio_G, Mar 2026
Meeting is at 04:30 but...
Meeting is at 04:30 but bus doesn’t really leave until 05:00+, then gas station stop, so 05:30 by the time you really get going. The bus isn’t that comfortable.
Besides this, probably one of the better day trips I’ve done. Super busy, fun, I met a lot of people, cool spots, the horse riding was really good, too. The old bus ride up to the lake was cool, in general it’s quite a well thought out day trip, Luba was lovely and knowledgeable.
Barbara_T, Mar 2026
Interesting Petroglyphs visit
Interesting visit to the Petroglyphs. About a 3 hour drive each way, and once there, a short museum visit and a hike around the petroglyph sites. Some parts required climbing, others could be seen from the paths. Our guide was knowledgeable and kind, stopping as much as we needed for snacks/lunch/bathroom breaks.
Sophia_B, Mar 2026
I really liked this tour...
I really liked this tour to Kolsai, Kaindy, and Charyn. Everything was well organized and the places are very beautiful. The nature is amazing and peaceful.
The company was great too — everything was fast, the car was clean and comfortable.I enjoyed the trip a lot and highly recommend this company!😍
Mun_C, Nov 2025
Highly Recommended Outdoors Activity
This is a solid one-day activity to experience the Kazakh outdoors. We went to 5 sites, including a ride on an old Soviet bus and a pony, with a delicious lunch at a local home. If you have more time, stretching it to a two-day trip with an overnight stay in a yurt would probably be better but if you only have a day to spare, do this. We had a pleasant guide, Naz, and driver and they managed a packed day without us feeling too rushed.
Jelmer_d, Sept 2025
Perfect trip to Almaty Lake
Had an amazing day! Pick-up was very smooth and on time. The driving was safe and the guide was very nice. Almaty Lake is absolutely beautiful! A must visit when in the area. The guide also brought some tea and sweets and a drone to capture footage of the lake. All in all a very good trip!
Sasha_R, Sept 2025
Its a 30-40 min hike on a...
Its a 30-40 min hike on a rough trail to the waterfall, which isnt very big. No real need to see this.
The lake is very pretty, its a 20 min walk on a paved road from the parking.
Its maybe 1.5 hour for the waterfall and an hour at the lake. For this you leave in the morning at 9ish and get back evening at 6ish.
The guide Serzhan was very nice.
Riley_C, Sept 2025
Amazing and challenging hike
The Almaty hiking tour was amazing, and Ote is an incredible guide. He does a great job catering the tour to your interest and ability level. The hike itself was challenging and very rewarding. Although we didn’t make it to the alpine lake, we enjoyed the views along the way. Weather in the Almaty mountains can be a bit unpredictable, so be prepared for rainstorms/hailstorms. Ote was incredibly supportive and ensured that we got down the mountain safely despite the inclement weather. This tour is a great way to see some of Almaty’s natural beauty, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city.
DebbieD_L, Aug 2025
Loved it for a flexible, customized experience
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This is a great option if you’re looking for a flexible and personalized tour/itinerary. My flight was delayed coming into Almaty and they were able to accommodate that by adjusting the start time of the tour. (I would never have made it if I’d done a group tour!) I most wanted to see Kaindy Lake and we were able to do that first, followed by a lunch break and Charyn Canyon. It was a bit of a long day but Erasyl made it fun with lots of facts about the destinations as well as Kazakh life and culture as we rode. I learned so much! Bonus - Erasyl was a great personal photographer. Overall, given my short time in Almaty, it was great to have this flexible option and have everything completely customized to your priorities. Highly recommend!
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Situated in the foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, Almaty is a vibrant city that serves as the gateway to Kazakhstan's exciting outdoors. Almaty tours give you a glimpse into the culture and history of the region, with excursions to the Almaty Central Mosque, the Kazakh Museum of Folk Musical Instruments, and the Green Bazaar. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the landscapes of the nearby national parks on tours centered around hiking, horseback riding, and skiing.
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