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Rise above the city and find yourself closer to the stars

Unique Accommodation

Our trips are not just about the routes we take, but also about the places where we rest, gather, and share stories. We choose authentic and character-filled accommodations that reflect the spirit of the mountains and the local culture.

You might spend the night in a traditional yurt, warmed by the stove and surrounded by endless skies. On another trip, it could be a mountain hut or alpine shelter, where climbers and trekkers from around the world cross paths.

Sometimes we pitch tents in wild and remote valleys, creating a cozy camp under the stars. At other times, we stay in guesthouses run by local families, where hospitality, homemade food, and a genuine welcome become part of the journey.

For us, comfort is not about luxury—it’s about simplicity, warmth, and atmosphere. We cook hearty meals outdoors, gather around the fire, and share the quiet beauty of the wilderness.

This way of traveling connects us with the land and with each other, making every overnight stop an essential part of the adventure.

Rest like a nomad, wake up to epic views

Yurta Shymbulak Base Camp

Factsheet

— Altitude: 3,163 m
— Distance from civilization: 3 km
— Approach from Almaty: 40 min (car, cable car)
— Capacity: up to 10 people
— Heating: electric
— Electricity: solar panels
— Kitchen: gas, stove, dishes
— Facilities: outside restroom with hot and cold water
— Drinking water: bottled or snow-melted
— Bed linen: not provided

Perched at 3,163 meters on Talgar Pass, this authentic yurt camp offers a rare chance to immerse yourself in the traditions of the nomadic lifestyle. The yurts, decorated in Kazakh style, invite you to rest on warm floors with colorful «korpe» quilts and hand-stitched pillows. Here, life feels simple and genuine: guests share meals, exchange stories, and enjoy the crisp mountain air.

The camp’s centerpiece is a yurt-restaurant where national dishes are prepared over open fire, filling the space with the aroma of home-cooked food. In the evenings, you may be treated to a spontaneous performance of Kazakh music on the dombra. This is not just accommodation — it’s an introduction to the warmth and hospitality of Kazakh culture.

Ketmen Wooden Hut

Factsheet

— Altitude: 2,276 m
— Distance from civilization: 20 km
— Approach from Almaty: 336 km
— Capacity: up to 6 people
— Heating: wood and coal stove
— Electricity: wired supply
— Kitchen: gas, stove, dishes
— Facilities: outside restroom
— Water: tab (cold only)
— Bath-house: Russian banya
— Bed linen: provided

Hidden deep in a wild gorge of the Ketmen Range, this cozy log cabin is a retreat for backcountry lovers in winter, and for horse riders, and explorers in the warmer months. With its rustic atmosphere, it offers a rare sense of seclusion and simplicity far away from civilization. Inside, the hut is warm and practical: two bedrooms, a living room, and a kitchen with all the basics. 

A wood-and-coal stove keeps the house heated, while water comes from a nearby spring. Life here flows at a slower pace — boiling water for washing, cooking together, and gathering in the living room after a long day in the mountains. Next to the cabin there is a traditional sauna, the perfect place to relax, share tea, and exchange stories.

Tuyuk-Su Soviet Trailer

Factsheet

— Altitude: 3,375 m
— Distance from civilization: 6 km
— Approach from Almaty: 5-6 hours (on foot / ski tour)
— Capacity: up to 10 people
— Heating: wood & coal stove
— Electricity: gasoline generator
— Kitchen: gas, stove, dishes
— Facilities: outside restroom, portable washbasin
— Drinking water: river stream, snow-melt
— Bed linen: not provided

Unassuming from the outside but warm and welcoming within, this Soviet-era trailer sits at nearly 3,400 meters on the moraine of the Tuyuk-Su glacier. Surrounded by glaciers and rocky peaks, it has become a legendary shelter for climbers, skiers, and mountaineers seeking raw alpine adventure.

Originally built as temporary housing for Soviet workers, these trailers were designed to provide simple yet functional living conditions. Today, this one serves as a mountain refuge: two separate sections inside offer bunk beds for rest, and a small kitchen and dining space for shared meals. Nights here are unforgettable — listening to the wind in the high mountains while being safe and warm inside a piece of history.

Besmoinak Wooden Hut

Factsheet

— Altitude: 2,800 m
— Distance from civilization: 12 km
— Approach from Almaty: 8-10 hours (4 hours by a car, 4-6 hours hiking or horse riding)
— Capacity: up to 5 people
— Heating: wood and coal stove
— Electricity: no
— Kitchen: camping gas cartridge, burner, dishes
— Facilities: no
— Drinking water: spring nearby
— Bed linen: not provided

Tucked at the high-alpine saddle of Besmoinak Pass in the Kurmety Gorge, this mountain hut offers a rare refuge amid the famed “Pearls of the Northern Tian Shan” — the Kolsai Lakes. Located along the horseback or trekking route between Kurmety village and the middle Kolsai Lake, the hut invites travelers to pause, acclimatize, and absorb the wilderness of soaring ridges, untouched forests, and clear mountain skies.

Guests here experience the elemental side of trekking: the hush of pines, the taste of simple meals savored after a day’s ride or hike. It’s a place where the journey becomes part of the story, and each breath connects you closer to the land.

Cosmic Station Shelter

Factsheet

— Altitude: 3,300 m
— Distance from civilization: 30 km
— Approach from Almaty: 2 hours (by car)
— Capacity: up to 8 people
— Heating: wood & coal stove
— Electricity: wired supply
— Kitchen: gas, stove, dishes
— Facilities: outside restroom
— Water: tab (cold and hot)
— Bed linen: not provided

A cozy and charming mountain hut above 3000 meters, offering simple comfort and warm shelter high in the alpine. From the outside, it might seem plain and unremarkable — but step inside, and you’ll be pleasantly surprised. The space is thoughtfully arranged with everything you need for a restful stay after a big day in the mountains.

There’s a kitchen corner with a gas stove and all the essentials to cook your favorite trail meals. A large dining area welcomes you with a solid wooden table and benches — perfect for shared dinners and late-night tea sessions.

The house has four bedrooms and sleeps up to 8 people. There’s a bathroom with a sink, proper drainage, and hot & cold running water straight from the tap. The toilet is outside, tucked away in a peaceful corner — just the place to enjoy a quiet moment of reflection.

Ready to stay here on your next adventure?

Check out our tours that include nights in this special spot — because the mountains feel even better when you come home to a place like this.

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