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Lake Issyk with Turgen (Bear) Waterfall tour

4.8

Lake Issyk with Turgen (Bear) Waterfall tour

4.8
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Private tour option

Duration: 9 hours
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Free cancellation
Individual tour: only you travel, without other people.
Vehicle type: 2-5 pax - SUV/minivan; 6-7 pax - Toyota Hiace van; 8-15 pax - Mercedes Sprinter minibus.
Pick-up/drop-off: any location in Almaty city.
Pickup included

From
USD 167.85

For KrisFlyer members only

Group tour

Duration: 9 hours
Instant confirmation
Free cancellation
Pick-up/drop-off: only listed meeting points.

From
USD 35.81

For KrisFlyer members only

Highlights

Discover the perfect mix of light adventure and breathtaking nature on this day tour from Almaty. Travel in comfort and enjoy a well-organized experience guided by a professional local expert.
Start your day with a refreshing hike through the scenic Turgen Gorge. Walk along a picturesque mountain trail surrounded by lush forests and panoramic views as you head toward the beautiful Bear Waterfall. At the end of the trail, enjoy the cool freshness of glacial water and the peaceful atmosphere of this place.
After the hike, continue to the stunning Issyk Lake, located at 1,756 meters above sea level in the Ili-Alatau mountains. The lake’s color changes from turquoise to deep blue depending on the season, creating a truly mesmerizing landscape. Take time to relax, walk along the shore, capture unforgettable photos, and enjoy the calm beauty of the mountains.

Itinerary

  • Lake Issyk

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    After lunch you will head to the Lake Issyk located in Issyk gorge of Ili-Alatau mountains 70 km from Almaty at an altitude of 1756 m above sea level. The color of the water in this lake varies from turquoise to dark blue depending on the time of year. You will enjoy nature and the scenic panorama of the Ili-Alatau mountains with magnificent lake, take stunning memorable pictures and be filled with positive emotions.
  • Ile-Alatau National Park

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    This tour is designed so that you can enjoy the views at the best time of the day with the best lighting conditions. Our tour guide will show you the best photo spots and tell you interesting information about the sites.
  • Gorge Turgen'

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    As a morning warm-up in the fresh air, you will have a short hike deep into the Turgen mountain gorge, where the picturesque Bear waterfall is located. You will walk along a mountain trail enjoying stunning mountain views, and at the end you will enjoy the coolness of the glacial water of this waterfall.

What's included

INCLUDED

National park admission
Modern and comfortable bus/minibus with AC
Bottled water

NOT INCLUDED

Lunch (provided at a local cafe by menu)

Customer reviews

4.8

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Verified Traveller.Solo Traveller

There was an issue about pickup from my Hotel, SilkWay as was mentioned while booking the tour through Pelagic. I had to go the pickup point by taxi costing 2000 tenge

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Important note: Children under 3 y.o. are not allowed on the tour
Not recommended for travelers who can not withstand hikes

Location

Provider

Kazakhstan Guided Tours

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