Almaty Jeep Private Full Day Tour to Charyn Canyon and Bartogay

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9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

At 8:00 AM, a comfortable jeep or SUV will pick you up from your hotel for a 3-hour drive to Charyn Canyon, arriving around 10:30 AM. We’ll spend 2 hours exploring the Valley of Castles, admiring dramatic rock formations and taking stunning photos. Optionally, for 1,800 KZT, enjoy a safari vehicle ride along the canyon for a unique perspective.

Next, we’ll drive 30 minutes to Bartogay Reservoir, spending about 1 hour among its otherworldly landscapes: mirror-like waters reflecting the sky and rugged hills creating a surreal atmosphere — perfect for unforgettable photos.

Afterwards, we’ll return to Almaty, a 3.5-hour drive, arriving at your hotel around 5:30–6:00 PM. Don’t hesitate to ask your guide for photos — we’ll gladly capture your best memories from this incredible day!

What's Included

There are no additional fees for entry to the national parks.
comfortable jeep or SUV
Snacks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The day before your tour, we’ll send you all the important details: your vehicle number, your guide’s name and contact number, and the exact pickup time — so you can relax, prepare, and start your adventure worry-free.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Charyn Canyon

    At 8:00 AM, a comfortable jeep or SUV will pick you up from your hotel, and we’ll head to Charyn Canyon. The drive takes about 3 hours, and we’ll arrive around 10:30 AM. We’ll spend approximately 2 hours at the canyon, walking through the scenic Valley of Castles, admiring the dramatic landscapes, and capturing stunning photos against the backdrop of its magnificent rock formations. Optionally, for an additional fee (1,800 KZT), you can take a safari vehicle ride along the canyon to experience its vast scale from a different perspective while saving time and energy.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Bartogai Lake

    Next, we’ll head to Bartogay Reservoir — the drive takes about 30 minutes. We’ll spend around 1 hour here, soaking in the atmosphere of this truly scenic location. Bartogay is known for its almost otherworldly landscapes: the endless mirror-like surface of the water reflecting the sky, surrounded by rugged hills that make you feel as if you’ve stepped onto another planet. It’s the perfect spot for striking, unforgettable photos. After visiting the reservoir, we’ll begin our return journey to Almaty. The drive takes approximately 3.5 hours, and we’ll drop you off at your hotel around 5:30–6:00 PM. Don’t hesitate to ask your guide to take photos for you — we’ll be happy to capture your best memories from this incredible journey!

    1 hour • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by WILD NOMADS

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Safaris
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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