2-Day Almaty Trekking Tour with Tekes Waterfall and Lake Tuzkol

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Trek to the stunning Tekes Waterfall hidden among cliffs and pine forests
• 02 Camp overnight in the mountains and enjoy dinner by a campfire under the stars
• 03 Stroll along the shores of Lake Tuzkol with views of the legendary Khan Tengri Peak
• 04 Cross the scenic Shalkode Valley and ascend Ketmen Pass for breathtaking panoramas

Embark on a thrilling 2-day adventure from Almaty to Tekes Waterfall, Lake Tuzkol, and Ketmen Pass. Travel by 4x4 through scenic villages and valleys, trek to a cascading mountain waterfall, and camp overnight under the starry sky. Explore the salt lake of Tuzkol with breathtaking views of Khan Tengri Peak, then continue through the picturesque Shalkode Valley and over Ketmen Pass. Perfect for nature lovers, this journey combines trekking and stunning mountain landscapes in Kazakhstan.

Travel by 4x4 through scenic villages and valleys, trek to a cascading mountain waterfall, and camp overnight under the starry sky.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Premium

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Almaty, Sharyn Canyon

Languages Arabic, English, Italian, Korean, Russian, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Tekes Waterfall Trek and Mountain Camp

• Depart from Almaty in 4x4 vehicles, passing through Chilik village and Kurtogay ravine with views of the Charyn River canyon.
• Stop for lunch before continuing towards Tekes Waterfall.
• Trek along a scenic trail to admire the cascading waterfall among cliffs and pine forests.

Return to camp for dinner, enjoy a campfire, and spend the night in tents under the starry mountain sky.

2

Day 02

Lake Tuzkol, Shalkode Valley and Ketmen Pass

• Have breakfast at camp before setting off towards Lake Tuzkol.
• Walk along the salt lake's shore with panoramic views of Khan Tengri Peak.
• Continue through the picturesque Shalkode Su Valley and ascend to Ketmen Pass at 3,040 m.

Stop for photos and enjoy the mountain scenery before returning to Almaty in the evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Meet and greet at the airport with a driver.
• Provide comfortable transfers throughout the tour.
• Supply daily drinking water.
• Include lunch boxes during picnics and traditional sweets.
• Guide as part of a shared group in Russian, Arabic, or English.
• Arrange accommodation in 3 to 4 star hotels or guesthouses.
• Provide access to cultural master classes as scheduled.
• Offer rental of national costume for photos.
• Conduct a hiking tour with the difficulty level of your choice, including a picnic as scheduled.

What's Not Included

• Offer the option to book a private transfer for an additional fee.
• Conduct an Enduro tour through mountains and canyons at 540 USD.
• Provide Quad Bikes or Buggy Tours at 520 USD.
• Arrange horse riding by reservation at 50 USD.
• Offer a personal photographer and videographer at 600 USD.
• Provide accommodation in unique places at 600 USD.
• Arrange personalized gastro dinners at 280 USD.
• Offer a private guide and translator at 300 USD.
• Provide VIP transport at 420 USD.
• Offer shopping accompaniment at 100 USD.
• Conduct night excursions and astrotourism at 220 USD.
• Arrange a tea ceremony with dombra at 180 USD.
• Provide master classes and cultural experiences at 115 USD.
• Offer wellness treatments or baths at 500 USD.
• Provide nanny services at 115 USD.
• Conduct archery at 28 USD.

What to bring

• Bring a good mood with you, and rest assured that we will take care of you.

Know before you go

• Note that we can arrange any tours according to your individual requirements.
• Select the appropriate difficulty level before booking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Almaty, Казахстан

Tour start

Tekes, Kazakhstan

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.