Horseback riding Tour
Almaty, Kazakhstan
- 1 day 3 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Head into the countryside near Almaty on this private horseback riding tour that is perfect for all levels and all ages. Learn about the history of the area, and experience the horseback riding culture. Ride up hills, over flatland, and breathe the fresh pine-scented air. Your instructor will make sure you are safe and have the best vistas for taking photos along the way.
- Enjoy round-trip transport from Almaty to keep things simple for you
- Beginners and more experienced riders are all welcome
- Children under five are welcome to sit on laps and enjoy the ride
- Go at your own pace on this private horseback riding tour
What's Included
- Horse and coach renting
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We will pick you up from your Almaty hotel and return you to you hotel after the tour
Operating hours.9:00 am
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 5 reviews
Cecily_W, Aug 2024
First thing you should know is that businesses in Kazakhstan operate by WhatsApp so messaging vendor through Viator (or even through Viator customer service) will get you nowhere. Second tourist pleasure rides are (according to my guide, who was earnest but not effective) a new thing so you may end up at a 2-bit operation like Kazakh Riders which was the most depressing ride I’ve ever been on. I tried to keep my American in check but it was a ghetto op with poorly treated horses. And a dangerous ride since my English speaking guide did not go with me and the non-English speaking trail leader. And it wasn’t a trail, just a sad plod through some meadows. I did not trust the trail leader (some kid in ripped shorts who kept jerking his horse’s mouth and whipping it) or my mount to go faster. Third bring your own water because none was provided or available. The Kazia guide was nice enough but made all kinds of incorrect assumptions which resulted in a huge waste of my time and money. I’m just glad I didn’t get injured. Apparently there are other horse operations that they use so if you actually want a trail ride and not just to gallop across a field on a badly used horse, be sure to request that.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Dear Cecilly Wong,
Thank you for sharing your experience, and we sincerely apologize that it wasn’t up to your expectations. While we do respond through Viator, WhatsApp is indeed faster for communication, and we’re always happy to send photos, videos, and more information that way. Additionally, your friend contacted us by phone, and we assumed that this was the preferred method of communication for you as well, especially since WhatsApp isn’t available in China. We reached out two days before the tour, and you asked about the weather, to which we provided clothing recommendations.
We regret that the ride didn’t meet your standards and appreciate your feedback. We’ll make sure to reconsider using this location for future rides, as we’ve previously taken tourists there with very positive feedback, especially from experienced riders who’ve enjoyed multiple tours with us. It’s worth noting that horse handling styles differ from country to country, and Kazakhstan has a rich tradition of horseback games and more direct commands to control the horses.
Please don't judge the horse-handling practices of the entire country based on just one tour. This was a mistake on our part, and we deeply regret it. If we had received your feedback earlier, we would have gladly offered you another horseback tour on the following day, free of charge or made a refund.
Desire_R, Aug 2024
The scenery was so dreamy. Booking the tour was easy with amazing communication and organization. I would love to book more with Kazia Tours!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words, Desire! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the scenery and had a smooth booking experience with us.
We can't wait to help you plan more amazing adventures with us.
Looking forward to having you on another journey soon! 🌟
From $116.00
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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