Almaty lake
Overview
Do you want to see one of the most famous natural landmarks of Kazakhstan? Then this tour is for you. In our guests' opinion it's a #1 must-see place in Almaty.
During a tour you will:
- Drive along serpentine road and unspoiled nature in the forests of the Tien Shan mountains at the height of 2510m.
- Visit "Girl's tears" waterfall - small but very expressive;
- Be amazed by the snowy peaks surrounding the lake, reaching a heigth of more than 4000 meters.
We can also visit show with birds of pray (Apr-Oct, afternoon tour)
Recomendations:
- Please make sure to bring your passport on tour
- Warm clothes
During a tour you will:
- Drive along serpentine road and unspoiled nature in the forests of the Tien Shan mountains at the height of 2510m.
- Visit "Girl's tears" waterfall - small but very expressive;
- Be amazed by the snowy peaks surrounding the lake, reaching a heigth of more than 4000 meters.
We can also visit show with birds of pray (Apr-Oct, afternoon tour)
Recomendations:
- Please make sure to bring your passport on tour
- Warm clothes
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Tour guide
What to expect
Visit: Big Almaty Lake, Ili-Alatau National Park, Almaty 050065 Kazakhstan
During the tour you will:
- See one of the most photogenic lakes in the world;
- Visit a small but very expressive waterfal "Girl's tears";
- Snowy peaks over 4000 meters high around the lake;
- Forests of the Tien Shan fir-tree along the serpentine road to the lake;
- Mountain river and unforgetable landscapes
- Listen to the stories of your guide about Almaty city and its history.
Recommendations: Please make sure to bring your passport; warm clothes and comfortable shoes will make the walking more enjoyable.
Combine tours:
Almaty lake + Falcon hunting show
Almaty lake + Cosmostation
Almaty lake + Charyn canyon
Almaty lake + City tour
During the tour you will:
- See one of the most photogenic lakes in the world;
- Visit a small but very expressive waterfal "Girl's tears";
- Snowy peaks over 4000 meters high around the lake;
- Forests of the Tien Shan fir-tree along the serpentine road to the lake;
- Mountain river and unforgetable landscapes
- Listen to the stories of your guide about Almaty city and its history.
Recommendations: Please make sure to bring your passport; warm clothes and comfortable shoes will make the walking more enjoyable.
Combine tours:
Almaty lake + Falcon hunting show
Almaty lake + Cosmostation
Almaty lake + Charyn canyon
Almaty lake + City tour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
rool4ever
May 2022
Gulzat is quite possibly the best tour operator I've experienced in the world. I purchased the half day Big Almaty Lake tour with her. The itinerary was carefully planned and well balanced, in particular as my mother is a senior citizen. She was transparent from the beginning and answered all my ...
Gulzat is quite possibly the best tour operator I've experienced in the world. I purchased the half day Big Almaty Lake tour with her. The itinerary was carefully planned and well balanced, in particular as my mother is a senior citizen. She was transparent from the beginning and answered all my questions patiently plus provided all the necessary information in excellent English. We arrived during the busy Eid holiday and despite a peak time for sightseeing, the trip was perfectly timed with safe cars and drivers. During the journey, she provided deep historical and cultural insights on Kazakhstan and even the neighboring countries. I enjoyed Big Almaty Lake thoroughly, which is undoubtedly the jewel of the country. On the return, I forgot a souvenir in one of the cars and she arranged to have it return before my flight. Look no further to other companies - I recommend Qasia tours for all your tour requirements while in Kazakhstan. Thank you Gulzat again for the wonderful experience and memories that I will cherish for the years to come.AM981
June 2023
Extraordinary tour with Gulzat in Sept 2022. Her availability, her comprehension about my wishes were much appreciated! An excellent guide, for an amazing tour! I warmly recommend Gulzat and her colleagues for tours in Almaty, and will certainly contact her when I will be back in this stunning ci...
Extraordinary tour with Gulzat in Sept 2022. Her availability, her comprehension about my wishes were much appreciated! An excellent guide, for an amazing tour! I warmly recommend Gulzat and her colleagues for tours in Almaty, and will certainly contact her when I will be back in this stunning city, where I met lovely people and saw breathtaking landscapes!V5369XWchrism
November 2022
booked this trip did not regret it, guide and driver turned up on time, managed to get to the lake despite the snow, what can i say the view was amazing and different when you see it in the snow. guide and driver super polite and professional.
booked this trip did not regret it, guide and driver turned up on time, managed to get to the lake despite the snow, what can i say the view was amazing and different when you see it in the snow. guide and driver super polite and professional.sachchitp
June 2022
Having taken the tour around Almaty with Gulzat, I can easily say was one of my favourite memories during my travels here. For anyone who is scrolling through all the different options to go to Almaty Lake or anywhere else, don't even bother looking at the others - this is easily the best one y...
Having taken the tour around Almaty with Gulzat, I can easily say was one of my favourite memories during my travels here. For anyone who is scrolling through all the different options to go to Almaty Lake or anywhere else, don't even bother looking at the others - this is easily the best one you can book, so just go for it. Gulzat is very flexible and knows a lot about the country and places, but also is very friendly and accommodating. We left for our tour in the morning and everything was smooth, pick up at my hotel, the car is comfortable and spacious, the driver is great, and the stops in between were thought out. At first when I was in Kazakhstan, I was deciding whether to go to the lake or the canyons nearby and chose the lake. However after visiting the lake in the morning with Gulzat, the experience was so good that I decided to also visit the canyons on the same day and she was able to sort everything out on such a short notice. On the way back she recommended a great place to catch something to eat, probably one of the best kebabs I have tried anywhere. If you are like me and spend ages going through the different options on Tripadvisor, as my first visit here and not knowing much - for a hassle free, fun time, book a tour with Gulzat and you will have total peace of mind. Thank you again Gulzat for such a memorable time taking me around and feel like I made a friend here !