Embark on a thrilling 3-day private horseback riding and hiking tour in Kolsay. Explore the untouched wilderness, experience the nomadic lifestyle, and discover the hidden gems of Kungey Alatau mountains.
Almaty – Kurmety settlement – mountain hut.
Baiseit - Lovely Uigur village with hospitable locals famous by its vegetable and fruit market, tandyr and onion bread, samsa, chebureki, lagman and shashlyk.
Kurmenty - 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
Third Kolsay Lake – Middle Kolsay Lake – First Kolsay Lake – Saty – Baiseit – Almaty.
Lower Kolsai Lake - 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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- Private transportation
- Guide services
- Horses rental
- Horse breeder services
- Sleeping pad
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Place in the tent
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- Accommodation in the mountain hut
- Trekking poles
- Sleeping bag
- Outdoor gear and clothing
- Insurance policy
- Snacks
- Personal and other expenses not indicated in the program
- Alcoholic beverages
Delve into the untamed expanse of the Kungey Alatau mountains through our unique mixed adventure of horseback riding and hiking to the Kolsay Lakes. Navigate uncharted and remote paths, steering clear of busy tourist hubs, and immerse yourself in a distinctive experience of traveling on horseback and on foot in an untamed setting surrounded by the splendor of pure, untouched nature. Relish the simplicity of camp life, experience the nomadic lifestyle, and embrace the thrill of exploration.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.