Altyn Emel National Park 2-day jeep tour

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Altyn Emel National Park 2-day jeep tour

Starting/ending point: Almaty city

Driving distance: 800 km from Almaty and back

Tour duration: 2 days/1 night

Start time: 08:00 am Almaty time

Availability season: all year round

Tour language: English | Russian

Tour activities: Hiking | Walking | Wildlife viewing | Nature sightseeing | Historic sightseeing

Tour options: PRIVATE

Description

2-Day Altyn-Emel Jeep Adventure: Singing Dune & Mars-Like Mountains

Escape the city and journey deep into the dramatic landscapes of Altyn-Emel National Park on this unforgettable 2-day 4x4 adventure. Designed for travelers seeking raw nature and surreal scenery, this expedition takes you across vast steppe, colorful mountains, and one of Kazakhstan’s most unique natural wonders.

Climb the legendary Singing Dune, a massive sand dune that produces a deep, vibrating sound in dry weather. From its summit, enjoy sweeping panoramic views over the Ili River valley and surrounding desert landscapes.

Explore the otherworldly Aktau Mountains, famous for their layered, multi-colored formations often compared to Mars. Continue to the rugged volcanic terrain of the Katutau Mountains, where dramatic rock shapes rise from the open steppe, creating incredible photo opportunities.

Travel in a comfortable 4WD vehicle with an experienced driver-guide, allowing you to reach remote areas safely while enjoying an authentic off-road experience.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Altyn Emel National Park's museum
700-year-old willow tree
Aktau Mountains
Katutau Mountains

Day 2

Singing Dune
Oshaktas Stone Steles

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⚠️ [Due to weather conditions, road closures, or other force majeure circumstances beyond our control, certain tour sites may not be visited. In such cases, no refunds will be provided. Alternative locations or activities may be offered where possible.]

PHOTOS OF OUR TOURISTS

OPTIONS & PRICES

PRIVATE jeep-tour	✅ Pick-up/drop-off in Almaty ✅ 4x4 SUV ✅ English-speaking guide-driver ✅ Home-cooked food: Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 2, Dinner x 1 ✅ Bottled water ✅ National park entrance fees ✅ Accommodation (details below) ❌ Special meals and beverages (vegetarian only)
[ECONOMY] option	✅ Accommodation: guesthouse at Altyn Emel
Number of people	1	2	3	4
PRICE in USD	$700	$750	$800	$850
[COMFORT] option	✅ Accommodation: guesthouse room with attached WC at Altyn Emel
PRICE in USD	$800	$850	$1000	$1050

⚠️ [If you are more people, contact us and we will make an individual calculation for you]

IMPORTANT INFO

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Mid-high
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.

WE RECOMMEND TO TAKE WITH YOU: weather/season-appropriate outerwear, head cover, trekking boots/sport shoes, sunblock, replacement socks, personal hygiene products.

PRECAUTION

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not allowed for travelers who can not withstand long trips by car, long walks and hikes
Not allowed for travelers with disabilities, injuries, diseases that limit physical abilities

PRIVATE TOUR BOOKING

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BOOKING TERMS

PAYMENT TERMS

A 50-$100 deposit is required to confirm a private tour booking.
A 15-50% deposit is required to confirm a group tour booking.
The exact deposit amount depends on the selected tour/option and the number of travelers in the booking.
The remaining balance is paid at the start of the tour.

CANCELLATION POLICY

PRIVATE TOURS

Customers may change or cancel their booking up to 72 hours before the tour start time. After this time, no changes or cancellations are possible.
Change or cancellation of a Comfort Option booking may incur additional fees.
The deposit is non-refundable as it covers booking administration, reservation costs, and the time reserved exclusively for your tour.

GROUP TOURS

Customers may change or cancel their booking up to 24 hours before the tour start time and receive a deposit refund. After this time, no changes, cancellations, or refunds are possible.
Late arrival or no-show by the customer may result in cancellation of the booking without a refund.
Group tours require a minimum number of participants and suitable weather conditions. If these requirements are not met, the tour may be canceled no later than 48 hours before the start, and customers will be offered an alternative date/tour or a deposit refund.

FORCE MAJEURE

Any tour or booking may be canceled due to force majeure circumstances (extreme weather, road closures, natural disasters, government restrictions, flight cancellations, etc.). In such cases, customers will receive a deposit refund or the option to reschedule the tour.