Cost: 8500 Dh + flights

• (excluding flights to Kazakhstan) the breathtaking beauty of Almaty, Kazakhstan, with our exclusive winter adventure for a short National Day getaway!

Discover a snowy paradise as you embark on thrilling activities like snowshoeing through serene trails.

Just a stone’s throw from Almaty, you'll hike among spectacular winter landscapes, surrounded by majestic mountains and glistening snow. Perfect for adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, this Almaty winter wonderland trip promises an unforgettable blend of exploration, adrenaline, and awe-inspiring views.

Book your winter adventure now and embrace the magic of Kazakhstan!

Journey into the cave!

4 days and 3 nights with some of the most diverse, beautiful landscapes you'll ever walk through, all under a blanket of snow.

This trek is designed for beginners so if you can hike three hours in winter conditions, you're ready.

You'll need good hiking boots for the snow, and be ready to strap on snowshoes.

We will climb through glaciers, explore a hidden cave, and cross snowy hills through forests.

We will stay in Almaty in a cozy hotel and drive maximum 40 minutes each day to the trails just outside the city.

Evenings will be spent in the city trying new restaurants, meeting locals, and getting a real taste of Kazakh food and culture along the way.

Come prepared for the cold. Come ready for the wow.

Almaty in Winter

We have 5 spots available for this tour.

DEPOSIT

• Travel Day: Saturday

  Today is the travel day, arrive on in the evening after work on Friday. Have dinner in the city and relax for the night in the hotel.

• Day 1: Toukyuk Su Gorge: Snowshoeing in Snow

  Touyuk-Su Gorge - Snowshoeing in the Heart of Winter
  Activity Highlights: Snowshoeing adventure, scenic cabin lunch

  • Morning: Pick-up from your hotel, transfer to the serene Touyuk-Su Gorge.

  • Snowshoeing: Trek up to 2600 meters, enjoying fresh mountain air and wintry landscapes.

  • Lunch: Refuel with a cozy lunch at our Trekking Club cabin, a warm haven nestled in the snow.

  • Return: Head back to Almaty in the afternoon, ready for an evening in the city.

  Note: Touyuk-Su is ideal for snowshoeing due to its reliable snow cover and cabin warmth, adding comfort to your journey.

• Day 2: Talgarsky Pass: Glacier Adventure to the Caves

  
  Activity Highlights: Cable car ride, glacier hiking, ice-climbing

  • Morning: Pick-up from your hotel, drive to Medeo, and take a scenic cable car to Talgarsky Pass at 3000m.

  • Hiking & Glacier Exploration: Ascend Bogdanovich Glacier, explore the mystical Oktyabrskaya cave, and practice ice-climbing (conditions permitting).

  • Lunch: Lunch-boxes provided to keep the adventure going!

  • Return: Afternoon descent by cable car to Medeo, transfer back to Almaty.

  Note: This day promises exhilarating alpine exploration, perfect for lovers of icy landscapes and glacier adventure.

• Day 3: Hike in Big Almaty Gorge

  Big Almaty Gorge
  Activity Highlights: Easy 2 hours hike Big Almaty Gorge scenery

  • Morning: Pick-up from your hotel in Almaty.

  • Drive: To Big Almaty Gorge, a picturesque mountain escape.

  • Hike: 2-3 hours on the Japanese Road, a beginner-friendly path to adjust to winter mountain conditions.

  • Lunch: Enjoy local flavors at a café in Ayu-Sai, a lush glade amidst the gorge’s natural beauty.

  • Return: Late afternoon return to Almaty, evening free to explore the city.

• What's Included?

  • Single Room in Reunion Park Hotel for 4 nights

  • Airport transfers with the group

  • Breakfast and lunches except dinner each night in restaurants

  • All activities

  • English and Arabic and Russian speaking guides

  • Transportation to and from Almaty each day in safe comfortable SUV’s.

• What's NOT included?

  • Airfare to Almaty and VISA if required

  • Extra airport transfer fees if arriving on different flights

  • Dinner every night in Almaty at different places.

  • Tips for guides

  Extra charges for souvenirs or personal items