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6:00 AM — departure from your hotel by jeep/SUV. Drive 80 km (about 2 hours).
First stop — Issyk Lake (1,760 meters above sea level). Time for a walk and photos.
Next — a 1-hour hike to Bear Waterfall. The trail is suitable for both children and seniors. Time to relax, take photos, and swim if you’d like. Hike back to the car — about 1 hour.
Drive to a trout farm — около 1 hour. Fishing is optional (extra charge). Your catch can be cooked on site. Lunch.
Return to Almaty — about 2 hours. Hotel drop-off around 6:00 PM.
Feel free to ask your guide to take photos throughout the day!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
1 day before a tour we will send you a message with all the necessary details of the guide and the vehicle.
Itinerary
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1Lake Issyk
Your day starts early — 6:00 AM pickup right from your hotel in a comfortable jeep or SUV. Then we hit the road for a scenic 80 km drive (about 2 h) through rolling foothills and mountain views. Our first stop is Lake Issyk, alpine lake at 1,760 meters above sea level. It’s the perfect spot to feel the spirit of the Tian Shan and capture some amazing photos.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Ayusai Gorge
Next, we head out on an easy 1-hour hike up to Bear Waterfall. The trail is scenic and suitable for both kids and seniors. At the waterfall, you’ll have time to relax, enjoy the refreshing mist (swimming is welcome!). Of course, there’ll be plenty of time for photos. Then we hike back down to the car (about 1 h).
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Turgen
After that, we drive about 1h to a local trout farm. You can try fishing (optional, extra cost), and if you catch one, they’ll cook it for you on the spot. We’ll enjoy a fresh lunch before heading back. The return drive to Almaty takes about 2 h, and we’ll drop you off at your hotel around 6:00 PM. Don’t hesitate to ask your guide to take photos throughout the day. We’ll be happy to help you capture unforgettable memories.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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