Big Almaty Lake Tour – A day tour

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Overview:

Welcome to the beautiful mountains of Trans Ile-Alatau. If you are visiting the city of Almaty, we highly recommend you the big almaty lake tour – A day tour.

Today our Almaty Expeditions team will take you on the best-planned the big Almaty lake Tour where you can enjoy the stunning Big Almaty Lake, visit Alma Arasan the mountain gorge and enjoy a beautiful view of Almaty’s evening from Kok Tobe Hill.

Make sure to handle your booking in advance to ensure availability and a smooth experience.

This tour combines outdoor activities, hiking, and city sightseeing. For a more personalized experience, consider opting for a private tour.

Big Almaty Lake is located 35 km from Almaty city. After arriving at the car park we will go for a walk. Enjoy the beautiful Big Almaty Lake tour, and the lake which was formed as the result of earthquake.

The Ile-Alatau and surrounding mountains in the background make this lake even more picturesque. The lake is 2511 metres above sea level, 1.6 kilometres long, 1 kilometre wide and the deepest point can reach 40 metres. This is a very popular spot for visitors to the city.

After the Great Almaty Lake we take you by road to Alma Arasan, a mountain gorge famous for its hot thermal spring. The water is around 20-40 degrees. The best activities are a walk along the Bolshaya Almaty river and enjoying a hot spring.

In the evening we take a trip to Kok Tobe hill where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Almaty city. For dinner we recommend a traditional meal.

Location and Geography:

Big Almaty Lake is a gem nestled in the heart of the Trans-Ili Alatau National Park, just 15 kilometers south of Almaty.

Perched at an impressive altitude of 2,511 meters (8,235 feet) above sea level, this stunning lake is surrounded by the majestic Tian Shan mountains.

The lake’s unique geography, formed by a glacial moraine dam, creates a breathtaking scene with its turquoise or emerald-colored waters.

The serene beauty of Big Almaty Lake, set against the backdrop of towering peaks, makes it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and photographers alike.

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Almaty City and Surroundings:

Almaty city, the largest metropolis in Kazakhstan, is a vibrant hub of culture and history, nestled in the southeastern part of the country.

The city is framed by the stunning Tian Shan mountains, providing a picturesque backdrop to its modern skyline.

Almaty is a treasure trove of attractions, from its lush parks and bustling markets to its fascinating museums and historic landmarks.

Whether you’re exploring the city’s cultural scene or taking a day trip to the nearby Big Almaty Lake or Shymbulak Ski Resort, Almaty offers a perfect blend of urban excitement and natural beauty.

Don’t miss the chance to stroll through the city’s parks or enjoy a panoramic view from Kok Tobe Hill.

Pick up at 9:00 am

We will pick you up at your hotel and heading to the Big Almaty Lake. Here we go!

The Big Almaty Lake is truly one of the best attractions in Almaty and always on the must-see list. What’s more, the lake is close to the city, and compared to other attractions here, we don’t have to make a long drive.

After arriving at the lake, we go for a walk and enjoy the stunning nature. Tourists can enjoy the stunning nature and the snow-covered Tien Shan mountains. The walk around the lake takes about 2 hours.

The next stop is at Alma Arasan where you can enjoy the Bolshaya Almaty River and for an extra charge we can arrange a bath in the hot thermal water.

Feedback, questions and recommendations from travelers who have previously visited Big Almaty Lake emphasize the importance of planning and preparation for an enjoyable visit.

This is also a great place for people to enjoy the beautiful being surrounded by nature and take a walk along the river. Horse riding can also be one of the best activities.

The tour continues with a visit to Kok Tobe Hill. Here you can enjoy the great view and relax. You can also buy some souvenirs.

For dinner we take you to one of the best restaurants in town. If you haven’t tried traditional Kazakh food, now is the time to do so. You can also try traditional drinks such as kymys and shubat. These are fermented horse and camel milk.

At the end of our day trip and our tour we will take you back to your hotel.

Thank you for coming!

Almaty is a big city and there will be a lot of traffic during your day tour. Please be patient.
If the any of attractions are not open, we will replace it with other highlights that are no less exciting.
The tour can be booked the day before. Please let us know your preferred date and wait for confirmation.
The tour can started with a picking-up from the airport.

Good to know:

The big almaty lake tour: This is one of the four Altmaty Day Tours that we offer. All four tours have a number of different highlights. These tours can be combined and you can see the best of Almaty in 2-4 days.

We are flexible and always happy to work together to offer the best. If there is a special event, concert or tournament, we are happy to include it as a highlight of the tour.

Big Almaty Lake Day Tour

Duration: Full day tour
Availability: Four seasons
Begin and end: Almaty city
Tour type: Almaty City Tour
Price from: 150 USD per person

Our highlights

Take a hike in the beautiful Big Almaty Lake
Visit the Alma Arasan thermal baths
Panoramic view from Kok Tobe

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Tour Price Includes

Transportation + fuel
Experienced driver
English speaking guide
All permits and fees
Lunch and Dinner
All activities

Tour price excludes

Personal needs
Alcoholic beverages
Gratitude

Tour details:

The packing list is based on the time of year. Please dress according to the weather forecast. Make sure your camera and mobile phone are fully charged.

Please also bring a day pack with the following items: sunglasses, fresh water, sunscreen, waterproof jacket, hand sanitiser, toiletries. And please have some cash in case you want to go shopping or buy souvenirs.

This is a city tour, not a wilderness tour. There are plenty of places to go to the toilet. But please let your guide know in advance.

Sometimes in traffic it can be difficult to find and stop for the toilet, so please make sure you go to the toilet before you get in the car. Thank you very much.

This is one of the four Almaty Day Tours and is based on visiting the historical attractions of the city.

During the duration of the tour you will visit the places that are famous in almaty things even to the locals and are an important part of the city’s culture.

This tour is for those who want to experience a real Almaty city tour and meet the locals.

We are responsible for picking you up at the time we have arranged. We are responsible for visiting the places and seeing the attractions that we have mentioned on our itinerary.

We are responsible for guiding you with pleasure and giving you a great city tour.

We are not responsible for any unplanned inconvenience during the duration of the tour.

We are not responsible for the traffic in the city and finally we are not responsible for the bad weather conditions that you have to be prepared for in your car in advance.

Our guide is a tour leader, we kindly ask you to follow his/her instructions and respect his/her job. Please do not hurt the feelings of the locals and learn to respect people and their traditions.

Please be prepared for the trip and get things ready on time.

Please remember that we are happy to meet you and it is our pleasure to guide you today. It is going to be a great day, so please enjoy your Big Almaty lake tour

The big Almaty lake Tour is available all year round. Please check the weather forecast once you have chosen the best place for your tour date. And try to pack an extra jacket for the evenings.

We kindly ask you to pay a deposit to confirm booking your trip.

The remein balance can be paid starting 7 days before the start of the tour (but we are very flexible with payment terms)

Here is our cancellation policy that we recommend our clients follow.

Cancelling the tour within more than 2 months, 50% of your refund and deposit payment will be reinbussed

Cancelling the tour less late than one month, the deposit payment will not be reinbussed

The Big Almaty lake Tour does not include accommodation.

This is a fully guided day tour where you will be accompanied by local guides. We take pride in showing you our beautiful city. We have an experienced driver and a comfortable vehicle.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to taste the traditional meals. If you are vegetarian or vegan please let us know in advance.

There is a wide choice of meals so we hope you will enjoy the traditional meals. In the evening we will take you to one of the best restaurants in town.