★4.9Aidos Serikov
Senior guide, mountain routes
Air Tour · Beach Vacation
Tour to Alakol with flight from Almaty
5 · 23 reviews
A ready-made 4-day package: flight from Almaty, transfer, and accommodation at Marsell Family Resort right on the shore of Alakol. No hassle — just sun, swimming, and healing air.
WhenBy schedule
Duration4 days / 3 nights
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $219/person
Program
Alakol tour program by day
Day 1
Flight and Check-in
Morning flight from Almaty, transfer to Marsell Family Resort. Check-in, free time on the beach.
Day 2
Beach Relaxation
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day on the shores of Alakol: swimming, walks, spa treatments (optional).
Day 3
Free Day
Breakfast. Optional excursions or beach relaxation. Evening walk along the lake.
Day 4
Flight to Almaty
Breakfast, check-out. Transfer to airport, flight to Almaty.
What's included
What is included in the tour price to Alakol
Included in Price
Already included in the tour price
- Flight Almaty — Alakol — Almaty
- Transfer airport — hotel — airport
- Accommodation at Marsell Family Resort (3 nights)
- Breakfasts (buffet)
- Medical insurance
- Guide accompaniment
Paid separately
Optional, on site
- Lunches and dinners
- Additional excursions
- Personal expenses
What to Bring
To make the day comfortable
- Swimsuit and beach accessories
- Light clothing and headgear
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Documents (ID card)
Team
Our team — guides and instructors from Almaty
Routes are led by working guides and instructors. The same people answer in WhatsApp and accompany groups on tour.
★4.9
★5Dinara Kassymova
Guide-lecturer in Almaty
★4.8Marat Zhunussov
Trekking instructor
★4.9Oleg Kim
Driver-guide, jeep tours
★4.8Zhanna Abenova
Tour manager
★4.9Timur Beketov
Multi-day tour guide
★5Aliya Nurlan
Group coordinator
★4.8Sergey Volkov
Instructor, ski tours
Reviews
Reviews of the Alakol tour
4.9 ★
Our rating · 312 reviews
4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
1317
Total reviews
Zhanna R.
Our website ·
★★★★★My husband and I decided to go to Alakol for the weekend so as not to waste time on the road. The flight is short, the transfer is organized. True, the road from the airport to the hotel is dusty, but that's a trifle. The hotel is clean, the staff is friendly. Breakfast is standard but filling. We swam, sunbathed, went on an excursion once. Overall everything was as promised, we had a great rest!
Ruslan N.
Google ·
★★★★★A tour for those who value time. We flew in an hour, straight to the beach. The guide met us at the airport with a smile
Tatiana I.
Our website ·
★★★★★The vacation was short, so we looked for an option without long journeys. My sister and I flew together. The departure was delayed by half an hour, but it didn't spoil the mood. The sea is warm, the air — you can't breathe enough. We stayed right by the shore, in the morning breakfast and straight to the beach. In the evening we walked, breathed. We really liked it, thanks to the organizers!
Vitaliy Kh.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Ochen' pozdravilos' s gidom, vse ob'yasnil. Poezdka klassnaya, tol'ko morskie babuli neugomonnye s kukuruzoy
Pyotr S.
Google ·
★★★★★We vacationed with my wife and two children. We wanted the flight to be short and the sea close — that's how it turned out. The flight was very short, the kids didn't even get tired. The guide met us, helped with the stroller and luggage. Breakfast at the hotel was normal, buffet, the kids had something to choose. During the day we swam, in the evening we walked along the lake. We liked that we didn't have to go anywhere by bus. Everything was great!
Vladimir T.
Yandex ·
★★★★★The Alakol Express tour is the best choice for a weekend. Quick flight, great hotel staff. A bit disappointed that the beach was crowded.
Inga Sh.
Yandex ·
★★★★★I chose Alakol Express because I wanted minimal travel time. The flight took 40 minutes, which is super convenient. The beach is right next to the hotel, the water is turquoise. The only thing was no fridge in the room, but we didn't stress about it.
Aizhan O.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Alakol is wonderful! We flew by plane, got there quickly. The hotel is on the beach. Thank you.
Timur B.
Yandex ·
★★★★★Fast, convenient, hassle-free. Zhanna at the check-in counter helped me choose a seat. I'll be back.
Olga M.
Google ·
★★★★★We chose Alakol Express because of the flight, didn't want a long drive. Everything was great, except the road from the airport was bumpy.
Konstantin D.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Fast, cheap, harsh. Just kidding, it wasn't cheap, but high quality. The manager picked the best option. I recommend it
Daniyar A.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Ekspres jetistik, ujak byly. Zhagada jaqsy. Zhanna kop komektesti
Elena G.
Google ·
★★★★★My wife and I just wanted to lie on the beach, without fuss. The flight turned out to be the fastest way. The plane is new, we flew comfortably. At the airport the departure was slightly delayed, but not critical. The hotel is by the sea, breakfast included. We liked everything, I recommend it!
Anna S.
Google ·
★★★★★I had been eyeing Alakol for a long time, but the road held me back. And here — a flight, and you're there. My brother and I flew for a few days. The plane was small, but we got there quickly. At the airport the guide met us and helped with the luggage. The hotel is right by the beach, breakfast included. We swam, sunbathed, even went for spa treatments. We liked everything, thanks!
Andrey L.
Our website ·
★★★★★The guide helped with tickets, thanks. The tour was worth the price, we had a great vacation
Pavel B.
Our website ·
★★★★★Bought the tour spontaneously with my girlfriend, no regrets. The flight is short, the sea is right by the hotel — we sunbathed to our heart's content. The downside — we waited in the boarding queue. But overall excellent, I recommend it!
Evgeniya M.
Google ·
★★★★★We traveled as a group of three, plenty of room for everyone. The tour was convenient, no need to worry about transport. Aliya helped with the excursion. The sea was a dream.
Natalya F.
Yandex ·
★★★★★I chose this tour because I didn't want to bump around in a bus for 8 hours. The flight was fantastic, the view of Alakol from above was a fairy tale. Everything at the hotel was fine except the air conditioner was noisy.
Larisa D.
2GIS ·
★★★★★I liked everything. Flight + beach — ideal for a quick vacation. Zhanna suggested a good hotel
Marat K.
Google ·
★★★★★My wife and I went, Aliya organized everything smoothly. The beach was great, the sea clean. The hotel was right by the water.
Sofya K.
Yandex ·
★★★★★My friend and I had long wanted to go to Alakol, but were hesitant because of the long journey. Then we saw the option with a flight — and immediately agreed. The flight was short, no delays, the transfer was waiting. We checked into a hotel right by the shore, the room was clean. We swam every day, the water was warm, the air healing. The guide helped with my suitcase and told us where it's better to sunbathe. Overall the trip was a success, I recommend it!
Gulmira E.
Our website ·
★★★★★We went to Alakol. The flight was comfortable. The hotel was nice. There was just little food.
Ivan V.
Our website ·
★★★★★We flew to Alakol for the first time, the flight was great. The hotel was clean and the staff friendly. Downside: the food was monotonous.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Alakol tour
We've collected the questions travelers ask most often. Didn't find your answer? Write to us — a guide will reply in a couple of minutes.
Ask a questionBring a swimsuit, beach accessories, light clothing and a hat — you'll spend most of your time by the water at Marsell Family Resort. Add sunscreen and insect repellent, and an ID is enough as far as documents go. You won't need warm clothes separately, but a light cover-up will come in handy for an evening stroll along the lake.
Yes, this is a relaxed beach format: a flight, a transfer and a stay at a hotel right on the shore, with no hiking or exertion. The days run at a free pace — swimming, walks, rest — so it's comfortable for both children and older adults. If you need special accommodation arrangements, we'll clarify them for your date on WhatsApp.
On the first day you depart Almaty in the morning, then there's a transfer to the hotel and check-in. The return flight is on the fourth day after breakfast and a transfer to the airport. The exact departure times depend on the schedule, and we'll confirm them for your date on WhatsApp.
The start is in Almaty; the exact meeting place and time depend on the flight schedule — we'll let you know on WhatsApp after booking. The guide will meet you at the airport and will be with you throughout the trip. Please arrive early, allowing time for flight check-in.
The $219 per person includes a round-trip flight, all transfers, three nights at Marsell Family Resort, breakfasts, insurance and the guide's services. Meals outside breakfast, extra excursions and personal purchases are paid by you. Spa treatments at the hotel are optional and at an additional cost.
Yes, the tour is private, there's no group: you travel with your own party and plan your free time as you like. The guide accompanies you, but the programme is flexible — the beach, walks or excursions as you wish. We'll clarify the accommodation details for your party for your date on WhatsApp.
Booking is made simply with a message on WhatsApp, with no prepayment: we lock in the dates, and you pay on the day of the trip — via Kaspi, by card or in cash. If your plans change, cancellation is free, with no penalties. Write to us on WhatsApp and we'll find convenient dates for you.
