Kazakhstan · Camping

2-Day Almaty Camping Tour with Assy Plateau and Bartogay Lake

2 Days Round trip from Almaty - Bear Waterfall - Assy Observatory - Assy Plateau Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike to Bear Waterfall in scenic Turgen Gorge
02 Explore the vast Assy Plateau and visit the mountain observatory
03 Camp under the stars near the red rocks with a barbecue dinner and campfire
04 Discover Bartogay Lake surrounded by alpine landscapes

Embark on a two-day alpine adventure from Almaty through Turgen Gorge, Bear Waterfall, and the vast Assy Plateau. Travel along scenic mountain roads, hike in untouched wilderness, and visit the Assy Observatory surrounded by breathtaking high-altitude landscapes. Camp under the stars near the red rocks, enjoying a barbecue dinner and a peaceful campfire experience. Continue to Bartogay Lake for hiking and relaxation before returning to Almaty. This tour blends adventure, nature, and camping in Kazakhstan.

Camp under the stars near the red rocks, enjoying a barbecue dinner and a peaceful campfire experience.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Almaty

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Almaty to Turgen Gorge, Assy Observatory and Assy Plateau

Departure from Almaty in the morning to Turgen Gorge (80 km, approximately 1.5 hours).

Arrival in Turgen at Bear Waterfall, followed by a hike (2.5 km, 1.5 hours).
Departure to a cafe in Turgen (8 km, approximately 15 minutes) for lunch.
Departure to Assy Observatory (20 km, approximately 1 hour), with walking and free time (1 hour).
Departure along the scenic road of Assy Plateau to the red rocks (50 km, approximately 3 hours).
Arrival at the red rocks, setting up camp, dinner, campfire, and overnight stay in a tent.

Day 02

Assy Plateau to Bartogay Lake and Return to Almaty

Breakfast at the camp.
Departure to Bartogay Lake (20 km, 3 hours).
Arrival at Bartogay Lake for hiking and free time (1-2 hours).
Departure to the village of Bayseit (60 km, approximately 1 hour) for lunch at a cafe.
Departure to Almaty (110 km, approximately 1.5 hours); the driver will drop you off at any point in the city.