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The 9 most popular turgen & esik lake tours in Kazakhstan. What each trip covers, who runs it, and what you pay to book.
A full-day Almaty escape: hike Turgen Waterfall, grab optional trout-farm lunch, then stroll Issyk Lake with time for photos.
“It was a great day trip and our guide Tomiris made it more enjoyable.”
A 9-hour Almaty day trip to Turgen Gorge’s Bear waterfall and high-mountain Lake Issyk, with guided hikes and A/C transport.
“Beautiful trip 🤩🤩🤩 very nice guide, I really recommend this escursion🤩 top !!”
SUV day trip from Almaty to Turgen Bear Waterfall and Assy Plateau above 2,500m, with 4x4 access, tea, and a small-group guide.
“Aya was an excellent guide for my trip to the Assy Plateau and Turgen Waterfall. She managed the tour very well and stayed with the group throughout the journey, always patient and attentive. On top of that, she captured some wonderful photos for me, which I truly appreciate. Highly recommended! Thanks Aya and team :)”
Half-day private trip to Issyk Lake from Almaty with air-conditioned pickup, a real mountain stroll, and flexible time for photos and breaks.
“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”
From Almaty, visit turquoise Issyk Lake, hike to Bear Waterfall, and tour a trout farm on a guided, low-stress day trip.
“Anularon una hora antes la excursión, me dieron opción de otro día y ese día la volvieron a anular. Una tomadora de pelo. Nunca mas con esta compañía.”
A half-day from Almaty to Issyk Lake’s mountain views and the Golden Man Museum, with tickets, guide, and private flexibility.
“Great day tour from Amalty for an introduction to Kazakhstan's natural beauty, whether you are only in Amalty for short time, or at start of a longer exploration of the country, as was my case. Great, young but knowledgeable and fluent English speaking guide!”
A small-group day trip from Almaty to Bear Waterfall, Issyk Lake, and the Golden Man museum, with included tickets and pickup.
“We had the most amazing day exploring Bear Waterfall and Issyk Lake, and it was all thanks to our wonderful guide, Kassym. From the moment we met him, he was warm, polite, and incredibly thoughtful—he really made the whole experieRead more”
One day from Almaty to Issyk Lake, Assy Plateau, and Turgen Gorge with free entries, a small-group private feel, and big mountain views.
“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”
A 5-hour drive from Almaty to Lake Issyk’s turquoise views, Saki burial mounds, Soviet-era ruins, and optional trout-farm fishing with meals that cost extra.
“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”
