Kazakhstan · ISSYK LAKE & TURGEN WATERFALL TRIPS
The closest mountain day to Almaty and the cheapest way to see how quickly the plain turns into gorge. The 11 below cover the lake, the Bear waterfall in the Turgen gorge and the hot springs some of them add, with prices and walking distances.
Review of Almaty’s Turgen Waterfall and Issyk Lake day trip, with hiking tips, trout farm lunch advice, transport details, and value analysis.
“the guide was excellent... the places visited were beautiful”
See turquoise Lake Issyk and Bear Waterfall on a 9-hour Almaty day tour with guides, mountain walks, lunch, and comfortable minibus transport.
“The tour trip was amazing, and the guide really kind and helpful, we even had some snow near the lake, thank you again for this beautiful day :)”
Review of Almaty’s Lake Issyk and Turgen Waterfall tour, with hiking details, costs, guides, transport, scenery, and practical booking advice.
“An awesome day trip to a very beautiful lake. The lake is emerald in colour like in the pictures and it’s very quiet with not many tourists around. A true hidden gem! My tour guide Azamat speaks excellent English and explains things in great detail. He got us water and chocolate too, very hospitable.”
Explore Turgen Waterfall and Assy Plateau from Almaty by 4x4 jeep, with mountain scenery, guide support, tea, and a full day outdoors.
“Although the weather was not at its best, we thoroughly enjoyed this day trip to the bear waterfalls and Assy plateau. The trek to the waterfalls is a light one and our 4 year old had no problem doing it. Jana, our guide was cheerful and friendly, responding to our questions. One recommendation to future travellers is to plan and carry food for all meals as only snacks are available at the food stops.”
Review of Almaty’s private Issyk Lake half-day tour, with mountain scenery, flexible stops, transport details, price advice, and booking tips.
“Excellent service! They picked us up punctually and provided a comfortable ride to this stunning venue. The location is absolutely breathtaking - a peaceful paradise surrounded by beautiful green waters. This trip exceeded all expectations Read more”
Visit Issyk Lake, Bear Waterfall, and a trout farm from Almaty on a scenic day trip with transport, a guide, and mountain air.
“The driver Madi was friendly and helpful. The ride was safe. Issue lake was beautiful and hike for waterfall was exciting.”
Escape Almaty for mountain views at Issyk Lake and meet Kazakhstan’s Golden Man on a flexible six-hour private tour.
“Excellent guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Provide great insight into the culture and history of the area. Great tour. Highly recommended”
See turquoise Issyk Lake, hike to Bear Waterfall, and visit Turgen Gorge on a scenic 7-hour trip from Almaty with transfers.
“Tour sorprende in luoghi dalla bellezza inaspettata, dove assaporare la bellezza di una natura autentica. Guida eccezionale, ci ha accompagnati in modo amichevole e gentile regalandoci una giornata divertente piena di racconti interessanti.”
Review of Almaty’s 10 to 12 hour private tour to Issyk Lake, Assy Plateau, and Turgen Gorge, with hiking tips, costs, and practical advice.
“We had a great experience on our tour! Because of extensive snow and an avalanche across a road, we were not able to take the intended tour. However, our guide, Chingiz, adjusted our plans and we had a lovely time hiking near the Turgen Read more”
Explore Bear Waterfall and Assy Plateau from Almaty on a 12-hour SUV tour with light hikes, mountain tea, views, and park fees included.
“WORST COMPANY AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE. AM STILL WAITING FOR MY REFUND EVEN AFTER 20 DAYS. JOINME CANCELLED MY DAY TRIP PREVIOUS DAY EVENING AND WASTED MY DAY. Funny thing is i am still waiting for my refund. Am getting silly unprofessional response like their accountant is on leave 😂😂”
Review of Almaty’s Lake Issyk tour, with Saki burial mounds, Tian Shan views, Soviet history, a trout lunch option, and practical costs.
“I had to pay for the trout fishing which was advertised as inclusive There was a charge for equipment plus cleaning the fish plus cooking it”
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