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A tour to Assy Plateau, Issyk Lake, and Bear Waterfall offers a perfect mix of wild nature, mountain scenery, and adventure in one day. Travelers can experience the vast open landscapes of Assy Plateau, the turquoise beauty of Issyk Lake surrounded by forests, and a scenic hike to the hidden Bear Waterfall. This route is unique because it combines peaceful alpine views, local nomadic atmosphere, and easy outdoor activities close to Almaty.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You can choose nearest hotel from list.
We will send you all information of pick up and transport the day before the tour.
We wil waiting for you in front of your hotel or in lobby during pick up time.
Itinerary
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1Plateau Assy
Assy Plateau is a vast highland valley near Almaty, known for its wide green meadows, nomadic landscapes, and breathtaking mountain views. Located at an altitude of about 2,500 meters, it is a perfect place for nature lovers, horseback riding, and stargazing thanks to its famous astronomical observatory.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Turgen Waterfalls
We will do trekking to the waterfall around 2 km hiking that is at 1521 meters elevation. Bear Waterfall is easily accessible and beautiful in the Turgen Gorge, and is one of the most visited places by tourists and lovers of mountain trails. The waterfall is named “Bear” because brown bears were found in the Turgen Gorge back in the 1960s[
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Lake Issyk
Issyk Lake, which is also known as Esik lake, is a bright-colored alpine lake enclosed by beautiful mountain nature and lush forests together with vast flower fields. Located in the southwest of of the Almaty region of Kazakhstan, this high-mountainous pit-type reservoir has an ancient landslide-tectonic origin.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 4 hours overall travellers spend on the car
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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