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Land of canyons, dunes, and hidden gems

Almaty Region

Atmosphere

A stunning blend of desert, steppe, and mountain — the Almaty Region is Kazakhstan’s most geographically diverse area. You’ll find everything from wind-sculpted canyons to alpine lakes, glacier valleys, and ancient cultural sites.

Mountain Ranges & Peaks

Includes parts of the Ile Alatau, Kungey Alatau, and Ketmen Range.

  • Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes are nestled between 2,000-2,700 m in the Kungey.
  • Assy Plateau lies at 2,800 m with panoramic views and summer pastures.
  • Charyn Canyon carved into ancient sedimentary rock, lower altitude (900–1,200 m).

Altitudes & Landscapes

From sand dunes at 400 m to mountain ridges above 3,000 m. Landscapes include:

  • Charyn Canyon – red rock labyrinths.
  • Altyn-Emel – Singing Dune and multicolored Aktau Mountains.
  • Kolsay & Kaindy – lush coniferous forests, alpine lakes, karst formations.
  • Assy Plateau – wide open alpine tundra.

Activities

  • Jeep & overland tours: Charyn Canyon, Altyn Emel, Ili River, Assy Plateau.
  • Horseback riding: Kolsay Lakes, Saty region.
  • Trekking & hiking: Turgen Gorge, Kolsay Lakes National Park.
  • Cultural exploration: petroglyphs at Tamgaly (UNESCO site), small villages, yurt stays.

Best For

Photographers, overland travelers, and adventurers who want to see Kazakhstan’s full geographic spectrum in one trip.

Seasonality

  • Spring-Autumn (April–October): best for overland, hiking, and cultural tours.
  • Summer (June–September): horseback & high-altitude trekking.
  • Winter (December–February): frozen canyons, jeep routes in snowy landscapes.

Tours in the Region