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Jeep tour to Lakes Zhasylkol and Alakol
Jeep tour to Lakes Zhasylkol and Alakol
- 4 days / 3 nights
- The best time to travel is from August to September
- Season June-October
- 4 days / 3 nights
- The best time to travel is from August to September
- Season June-October
What awaits you on this trip
Lake Zhasylkol
Lake Zhasylkol is a picturesque mountain gem hidden in the Dzungarian Alatau. Its water is strikingly turquoise, especially vibrant on sunny, cloudy days. The lake is surrounded by steep, wooded slopes, dense spruce stands, and a sense of complete silence, as if time moves more slowly here.
Lake Alakol
Lake Alakol is a large salt-bitter lake with clean, clear water and long pebble beaches. It is known for its healing waters and warm summer climate. The shores are open and spacious, often with wind and small waves, giving the lake a seaside atmosphere. SUPs are also available.
A cozy village house
We'll stay in a village house, where we'll be served simple, yet incredibly delicious, homemade food. We'll drink medicinal herbal infusions carefully collected in the area, and gather in the evenings around a campfire in the "frontal" place, immersing ourselves in an atmosphere of mystery and warm fellowship. We won't forget to visit the banya (sauna).
Route plan
General information about the route
We'll visit two beautiful lakes in the Dzungarian (Zhetysu) Alatau during the prime autumn season. Autumn is the perfect time for these places, especially Lake Zhasylkol. It turns a stunning aquamarine and other shades depending on the light, and the mountain road and trails leading to the lake are awash with all the autumn colors. You have to see it for yourself to appreciate the beauty created by nature. These places are rarely visited, which makes them even more breathtaking. We'll stay in a village house, where we'll be served simple, yet incredibly delicious, homemade food. We'll drink medicinal herbal teas carefully collected in the area, and gather in the evenings around the campfire in the "frontal" place, immersing ourselves in an atmosphere of mystery and warm fellowship. Don't forget to visit the banya (sauna).
More about the route
Day 1. Almaty – Lepsinsk (560 km).
On the first day, we’ll have a long drive on a good highway. We’ll have breakfast and lunch along the way at pleasant places. Upon arrival in the village of Lepsinsk, we’ll visit the famous museum and learn about the history and legends of this area.
Day 2. Lepsinsk – Lake Zhasylkol – Lepsinsk.
We’ll dedicate this wonderful day to Lake Zhasylkol. The lake itself, the road, and the hiking trail leading to it are incredibly picturesque.
The road is very difficult. In case of heavy rain, we won’t be able to drive. In that case, we’ll have to use horses or walk more.
*Depending on the weather, we may swap Days 2 and 3. We need good weather to reach Zhasylkol. Any weather is possible for Lake Alakol.
Day 3. Lepsinsk – Alakol – Lepsinsk.
Today, we’ll head to the famous therapeutic Lake Alakol. We’ll drive there through the mountains along a scenic road. We’ll also stop and go on an easy hike to a beautiful waterfall. Afterwards, we’ll reach Lake Alakol, where cosmonauts recuperated during Soviet times. The water is said to have healing properties. We’ll settle down on the lakeshore, set the table, have lunch, paddleboard, and simply relax, listening to the sound of the water. Then, we’ll head back to our guesthouse.
Day 4. Lepsinsk – Almaty (560 km).
Return home and a long drive along the highway to Almaty.
Trip Timing
Day 1
9 hours (7:00 – 16:00). Transfer from Almaty to Lepsinsk.
Morning breakfast at the Kompas gas station and lunch at a cafe in the Sarkand district.
1 hour (16:00 – 17:00). Visit to the Lepsinsk Museum.
1 hour (17:00 – 18:00). Check-in at the guesthouse.
1 hour (18:00 – 19:00). Dinner.
Free time, rest.
Day 2
*Depending on the weather, we may swap Days 2 and 3. We need good weather to reach Zhasylkol. We can reach Alakol in any weather.
1 hour (8:00 – 9:00) Breakfast. Receiving passes at the national park.
1.5 hours (9:00 – 10:30) Transfer to the cordon at the start of the hiking trail.
2 hours (10:30 – 12:30) Hike to Lake Zhasylkol.
2.5 hours (12:30 – 15:00) Time at the lake. SUP boarding. Lunch and herbal tea over a campfire.
1.5 hours (15:00 – 16:30) Descent to the cars.
1.5 hours (16:30 – 18:00) Return by car to Lepsinsk and our guest house.
1 hour (18:00 – 19:00) Dinner.
Free time, relaxation, visit to the sauna.
Day 3
1 hour (8:00 – 9:00). Breakfast.
4 hours (9:00 – 13:00). Transfer to Lake Alakol.
Drive through the mountains, a very beautiful road. We’ll also make a small detour to the gorge and visit a waterfall.
3 hours (13:00 – 16:00): Lunch, swimming, and paddleboarding on a deserted beach at Alakol.
3 hours (16:00 – 19:00): Return to Lepsinsk.
1 hour (19:00 – 20:00): Dinner.
Free time, rest, sleep.
Day 4
1 hour (9:00 – 10:00) Breakfast.
8 hours (10:00 – 18:00) Long drive along the highway to Almaty. Lunch at a cafe on the way.
*These times are approximate and may vary along the route. The tour organizer may change or adjust the route if necessary (weather, safety, or timing).
Price
230 000 tenge - 1 person
Minimum group size 3 people
*Services are based on 4 people. Individual tours are priced separately. If you have a larger group, please contact us in advance so we can arrange additional off-road vehicles.
Discount on tours
If it's a group tour, there are discounts for early booking. You can follow group tours on our Telegram channel. We also offer attractive discounts for regular customers.
- The price includes
- Guide-driver services.
- Ecological fees and all payments in national parks, passes.
- Accommodation and meals in guest houses.
- Bathhouse.
- Not included
- All additional expenses not provided for by the program.
- Meals at a cafe along the way.
- Horse rental.
What to take with you on a trip
*Recommended clothing. You can look at the list and get a rough idea of what you need to bring; you can substitute similar items.
Clothes
- Spare socks.
- Trekking boots.
- Thermal underwear.
- Fleece or warm sweater.
- Wind jacket.
- Down or other warm jacket.
- Trekking pants, shorts, leggings.
- Headwear. Cap. Buff.
- Headwear. Hat.
- Warm clothes for the evening and night.
Stuff
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen (for the mountains, 50 spf is better).
- Hygiene accessories (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.).
- Foam sleeping mat.
- Personal first aid kit.
- Hiking backpack (10-30 l).
- Thermos (0.5 - 1 l).
- Flip-flops for relaxing your feet in the evening.
- Headlamp.
Additionally
- An ID card or passport is required.
- Have some cash on hand. Not all places accept card payments.
- Earplugs if noise or snoring interferes with your sleep.
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Bank: JSC “Kaspi Bank”
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