3-Day Private Horseback Riding and Hiking Tour in Kolsay
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About This Tour in Almaty
Why Visit Almaty?
Almaty, Kazakhstan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Almaty provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Almaty
You can reach Almaty, Kazakhstan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Trekking poles
- Private transportation
- Guide services
- Horses rental
- Horse breeder services
- Sleeping pad
- All Fees and Taxes
- Accommodation in the mountain hut
- Place in the tent
What's Not Included
- Sleeping bag
- Outdoor gear and clothing
- Insurance policy
- Snacks
- Personal and other expenses not indicated in the program
- Alcoholic beverages
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- 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
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Meeting at the parking lot of "Magnum" supermarket Guide will be standing with our company nameplate
End Point
Meeting at the parking lot of "Magnum" supermarket Guide will be standing with our company nameplate
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Almaty – Kurmety settlement – mountain hut.
Lovely Uigur village with hospitable locals famous by... 30 minutes
Lovely Uigur village with hospitable locals famous by its vegetable and fruit market, tandyr and onion bread, samsa, chebureki, lagman and shashlyk.
Meeting the guide in Almaty anddeparture to Kurmety... 12 hours
Meeting the guide in Almaty anddeparture to Kurmety village by SUV or minibus (285 km). Stop in the village of Baiseit on the way to explore local food market and buy fresh bread, vegetables and fruits. Arrival to Kurmety village. Tea and coffee break with snacks in the summerhouse. Preparations and loading up the horses. Horseback riding to the mountain hut located from the other side of Besmoinak pass. On the way you will make stops for rest, snacks and taking pictures. Arrival to the hut. Rest. Hiking to the observation points, located nearby for watching panorama of Middle and Low Kolsay lakes. Return to the hut. Dinner and overnight in the hut.
Mountain hut - Middle Kolsay Lake - Third Kolsay Lake
After breakfast and preparations horseback riding to the Middle Kolsay Lake 9 hours
After breakfast and preparations horseback riding to the Middle Kolsay Lake. From the hut to the lake, trail runs through the two small passes. In clear weather, along the way, you can see incredible landscapes of Kungey-Alatau mountain ridge, strewn with flowers and herbs. From one of the hills, the lake will appear in front of you. After wading the river and going through a dense forest with the Tien Shan spruces you will reach the shore of the lake. Here you can relax and swim upon your wish. After the rest on the shore of the lake with a picnic-lunch riding to the Highest – Third Kolsay lake. The path will be going along the shore of the heart-shaped Middle Lake with a scenic view to surrounding mountains. Then you will enter to the forest and will be going along the river stream upper and upper till get to the shore of the Third Kolsay Lake - the coldest and wildest one. Setting up the tents. Rest and dinner near the fire. Overnight in the tents.
Third Kolsay Lake – Middle Kolsay Lake – First Kolsay Lake – Saty – Baiseit – Almaty.
After breakfast and packing hiking back to the... 8 hours
After breakfast and packing hiking back to the Middle Kolsay lake and then following the path leading to the Low (First) Kolsay Lake. On the way you will make stop near the Middle lake for snacks and tea. Arrival to the southern shore of the Low Lake. Hiking to the opposite and most popular shore of the lake. End of hiking part, transfer back to Almaty. On the way you will make stop in the village of Baiseit for dinner. Return to Almaty by 8 pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
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