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Jeep tour to Kensu Valley of 100 lakes.
Jeep tour to Kensu. Valley of 100 lakes.
- 3 days / 2 nights
- The best time to visit is from July to August
- Season June-September
- 3 days / 2 nights
- The best time to visit is from July to August
- Season June-September
What awaits you on this trip
Unique nature
For lovers of wild, little-visited locations, unity with nature, this tour is 100% suitable. The lake in Kensu is located in the southeast of the Almaty region, not far from the pearl of Terskey Alatau - Kolsai lakes. The valley of lakes in Kensu is an incredibly beautiful place located in the alpine zone at an altitude of over 3000 meters.
Overnight in tents
We will spend the night in tents, a million-star hotel. Magical sunsets and sunrises in good weather. In the evening, we will have conversations about the sublime and camping romance in a cool company of people. Far from the city and the lights of the metropolis, this is the best place to observe the stars and the Milky Way.
Hiking
Easy hiking will allow you to enjoy the views of the lakes and valley, and also see the highest peaks of the Pamirs from a panoramic point - Peak Pobeda, Khan-Tengri and other mountains of the Tien Shan chain. If you are not a fan of walking, you can stay in the camp and enjoy the beautiful views near the tents.
Route plan
General route plan
Almaty – Bestyubinskoye reservoir – Kensu Valley – Lakes in Kensu – Zhalanash – Black canyon – Almaty.
Almaty – Bestyubinskoe Reservoir – Kensu Valley – Lakes in Kensu
The Kensu Lakes are located in the southeast of the Almaty region, not far from the pearl of Terskey Alatau – the Kolsai Lakes. The valley of the Kensu Lakes is an incredibly beautiful place, located in the alpine zone at an altitude of over 3000 meters. The road to the lakes is difficult and runs along the Kensu River through an amazing gorge, this part of the route is a separate exciting section. On the way, we will visit the Bestyubinskoye Reservoir, which will also add beauty to this trip. An overnight stay in the forest zone or on the lakes (depending on weather conditions and road conditions) will give the atmosphere of a wild, remote holiday. For lovers of wild, little-visited locations, unity with nature, this tour is 100%. These unique places leave no one indifferent.
Lakes in Kensu
Easy hiking will allow you to enjoy the views of the lakes and valley, as well as see the highest peaks of the Pamirs from a panoramic point - Pobeda Peak, Khan-Tengri and other mountains of the Tien Shan chain.
Zhalanash – Black Canyon – Almaty
Return to Almaty. On the way we see the Black Canyon.
Important!
Border zone: The lakes are in the border zone. Identity documents are required. Foreigners need a passport.
Trip Timing
- 1 day
- 3 hours (8:00-11:00) Transfer from Almaty city to Bestyubinsk reservoir.
- 1 hour (11:00-12:00) Rest, photos, lunch/snacks at the Bestyubinskoye Reservoir.
- 3-4 hours (12:00-16:00) Entrance to the gorge and the main difficult off-road part of the route. During the crossing, stops for photos, crossing fords, etc.
- 2 hours (16:00-18:00) Setting up camp, dinner.
- Free time.
- 2 day
- 1 hour (9:00-10:00) Breakfast.
- 5 hours (10:00-15:00) Walk along the lakes and to the panoramic point.
- Lunch to go in the form of snacks.
- 3 hours (15:00-18:00) Return to camp, rest.
- 1 hour (18:00-19:00) Dinner.
- Free time.
- 3 day
- 2 hours (9:00-11:00) Breakfast, packing up camp.
- 6-7 hours (11:00-18:00) Return to Almaty. On the way we will see the Black Canyon.
- Dinner in Bayseit.
*The time is approximate, minor adjustments are possible. The program can also be changed according to the client’s wishes.
Price
1 200 USD (1-4 persons)
*Services are designed for 1-4 people. For a group of more than four people, the cost is calculated individually.
Discount on tours
If this is a group tour, there are discounts for early booking. You can follow group tours in our telegram channel. There are also pleasant discounts for regular customers.
- The price includes
- Services of a guide - driver.
- Transportation services in a comfortable, prepared SUV.
- Eco-fees and all other payments in national parks.
- Tent rental.
- Meals and cook. If you have any special dietary preferences, please write to us in advance.
- Camping equipment (table, chairs, pots, dishes, etc.).
- Drinking water 1.5 liters/guest per day.
- Not included
- Meals in cafes along the way, personal expenses.
- Insurance policy (optional).
What to take with you on a trip
*Not necessarily! Recommended clothing if the trip includes trekking. But even on regular trips, it will be more comfortable in mountain clothing. Otherwise, you can look at the list and understand what you need to take, you can replace it with simple things.
Clothes
- Spare socks.
- Trekking boots.
- Thermal underwear.
- Fleece or sweatshirt.
- Wind jacket.
- Down or other warm jacket.
- Trekking pants, shorts, leggings.
- Long johns in winter in the high mountains.
- Headwear. Cap and buff in summer.
- Headwear. Hat and buff in winter.
- Gloves in winter.
- Warm clothes for the evening and night.
Stuff
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen (for the mountains, 50spf is better).
- Hygiene accessories (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.).
- Repellent (sometimes useful).
- Karemat foam.
- Personal first aid kit.
- Hiking backpack (10-30 l).
- Thermos (0.5 - 1 l).
- Sleeping bag (comfort +0 +5 C).
- Flip-flops for relaxing your feet in the evening.
- Headlamp.
Additionally
- Required! ID card or passport.
- Have some cash on hand. Not all places accept card payments.
- Earplugs if noise or snoring interferes with your sleep.
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