★5Senior guide, hiking & jeep-tour organizer
Tour from Almaty
Trekking to Yazyovoye Lake and maral farms of Eastern Kazakhstan
4.9 · 22 reviews
Six-day hiking trip to the picturesque Yazyovoye Lake with visits to maral farms in the vicinity of Katon-Karagay.
WhenOn schedule, 6 days
Duration6 days / 5 nights
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $335/person
Program
Tour itinerary: Trekking to Yazyovoye Lake and maral farms of Eastern Kazakhstan
Day 1
Group meeting and transfer
The group meets at the start of the route. Transfer to the overnight stop, check-in at the hotel, dinner. Overnight stay.
Day 2
Transfer to the trailhead
Transfer to the start of the hiking section of the route. Start of trekking, setting out on the trail to Yazevoye Lake. Gradual ascent, camp set-up in the evening.
Day 3
Trekking to the lake
Continuation of the route to Yazevoye Lake. Crossing a mountain pass; in good weather, views of the surroundings open up. Arrival at the lake, setting up camp on the shore.
Day 4
Day at the lake and radial hike
Rest and acclimatization. Radial hike to a viewpoint above the lake. Return to camp, overnight stay.
Day 5
Visit to the maral deer farms
Descent to the maral deer farms near Katon-Karagay. Tour of the grounds, introduction to maral deer breeding. Return to the base, overnight stay.
Day 6
Tour end
Packing up and the return transfer. The tour ends approximately in the evening.
What's included
What is included: Trekking to Yazyovoye Lake and maral farms of Eastern Kazakhstan
Included in Price
Already included in the tour price
- Transport along the whole route
- An experienced guide accompanying you
- Route and stops planning
Paid separately
Optional, on site
- Personal expenses
- Meals, unless stated otherwise
- Entrance tickets to individual sites
What to Bring
To make the day comfortable
- Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
- Water and a light snack
- A charged phone or camera
- A hat and sun protection
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.
★5
★4.52Alexander Пашкин
Driver-guide, инструктор по трекингу
★4.74Andrey Шевелёв
Driver-guide
★4.27Анжелика Чвыкова
Гид-фотограф
★4.27Ильяс Дарбеков
Гид-переводчик
★4.55Мадина Данина
Организатор туров
★4.49Сергей Бабичев
Personal guide-водитель
Reviews
Reviews of the Altai trek
4.9 ★
Our rating · 312 reviews
4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
1317
Total reviews
Chingiz Ts.
Yandex ·
★★★★★We went with friends in July, wanted to test ourselves. Aleksandr is an excellent instructor, showed us everything. Got a bit tired but satisfied. The start of the trail stuck in memory — we went uphill right away, breathing was hard, but then we got used to it. The pass was manageable, the weather was dry. When we came out to the lake, honestly, it took our breath away, the water is clear and ice-cold. We camped on the shore, in the evening sat by the fire, there was a lot of talking. The descent to the maral farms was also enjoyable, we fed the animals from our hands, we had never seen that before. The food was hearty, no one went hungry. We set up the tents ourselves, the instructor helped. We liked it, the hike will be remembered for a long time.
Aizhan Ya.
Google ·
★★★★★An excellent hike in July! The lake is beautiful, the maral farms are interesting. We liked everything.
Asem I.
2GIS ·
★★★★★My colleagues and I decided to diversify our vacation and went on this hike. It was in July, hot, but easier in the mountains. The trekking to Yazevoye Lake is not easy, but the views are worth it. Tents, campfire, everything as it should be. The maral farms surprised me, I had never seen them before. The food was tasty, the group turned out good. There wasn't quite enough time to rest by the lake, but that's a minor thing. Thanks for the organization.
Damir G.
Our website ·
★★★★★Ya hochu napisat pro etot tur. My poehali v iyule, pogoda byla zharkaya, no v gorah normalno. Ochen pomogla Madina kogda my brolirovali, vse podskazala. Trekking k Yazyovomu ozero nelegkiy, no krasivo. Mesta ochen krasivye, osobenno ozero. Nochyovki v palatkah, vsyo normalno. Kormili vkusno. Spasibo.
Kristina Ts.
Our website ·
★★★★★My husband and I decided to celebrate our anniversary in the mountains, so we chose this tour. In June the weather was changeable, but overall fine. The trekking to Yazevoye Lake was memorable, the views are stunning. True, on the first day the transfer was long, we got tired. But later everything made up for it. The maral farms are also interesting to see. Overnight stays in tents, the food was good. Thanks for the organization.
Asel N.
Our website ·
★★★★★We chose this tour to take a break from the city bustle. My sister and I went in September. The weather was cool but sunny. We liked the trekking, especially the lake and the maral farms.
Gulmira S.
Our website ·
★★★★★Madina helped choose a date for August, explained everything clearly. The hike is excellent.
Sholpan Ya.
Yandex ·
★★★★★My husband and I had long wanted to go to the mountains, and we chose this tour for our wedding anniversary. The weather in August was excellent, warm during the day, and cool in the camp in the evening, so jackets came in handy. The maral farms impressed us, and the views of the lake are simply a fairy tale.
Erzhan L.
Our website ·
★★★★★Ezdili v iyule na Yazyovoe ozero. Doroga dolgaya no interesnaya. Trekking ne slozhnyy, no est pereval. Pogoda byla zharkaya, no v gorah prohladno. Nochyovki v palatkah ponravilis. Maralniki ochen interesno posmotret. Rekomenduyu vsem kto lyubit prirodu.
Aigul Ya.
Google ·
★★★★★The tour is good, but in July it was hot to walk. Anzhelika helped with organizing the group. Rating 4.
Maksat V.
2GIS ·
★★★★★My colleagues and I got together for a corporate event, chose this tour to the mountains. In July the weather is great, hot, but cool in the mountains. Ilyas led us along the route, told us everything about the pass and the lake. Overnight stays in tents, we were fed well. The maral farms are a separate pleasure, we saw the animals up close. The trekking is not the easiest, but we managed. The lake is very beautiful, the water is icy. We are all satisfied, thank you.
Sholpan Z.
Yandex ·
★★★★★I had long wanted to go to the mountains, and so my friend and I chose this hike. In September it's cool, but the sun warms you. We liked everything, especially the lake.
Medet D.
Our website ·
★★★★★My wife and I went in September, we wanted to see the autumn mountains. We liked it, especially the maral farms and the lake itself. The weather was cool but comfortable for walking. The group was friendly, the guide was good.
Pavel P.
Our website ·
★★★★★I had long been eyeing a hike to Katon-Karagay, and then a friend suggested I join him for six days. We went as a pair to get away from the city and test ourselves. In September the weather is already autumnal, it froze at night, but during the day it was comfortable to walk on the pass. Unfortunately, I didn't dare swim in Yazevoye — the water is icy.
Ksenia P.
2GIS ·
★★★★★In August we went to the lake. Very beautiful, but there were lots of mosquitoes.
Askar O.
Our website ·
★★★★★In August I went on this tour with Madina, the nature is wonderful, Yazevoye Lake is amazing. The hike was difficult, but we liked it.
Azamat T.
Yandex ·
★★★★★My friends and I decided to celebrate our vacation in the mountains, chose this tour because of the lake and the maral farms. In July it was hot, but comfortable in the mountains. The trekking is of medium difficulty, the pass was manageable. Overnight stays in tents, everything well organized. Food is simple but filling. The lake is very beautiful, the water is cold. The maral farms are interesting, especially the feeding. I recommend it to anyone who wants an active holiday.
Ilyas K.
2GIS ·
★★★★★We went in July, the weather was great. The trekking to the lake is beautiful. We got a bit tired but it's worth it.
Rinat R.
Our website ·
★★★★★My son and I took a tour for July, wanted to show him the mountains. We liked it, especially the lake and the maral farms.
Sabina M.
Our website ·
★★★★★We went to Yazevoye Lake in July. Very beautiful but it was hot during the day.
Sholpan V.
2GIS ·
★★★★★In June we went to Yazevoye Lake. The weather was cool, it often rained, but the views are still impressive. The only thing is that mosquitoes and midges were very annoying. Overall I liked the hike, rating 4.
Rinat Ya.
Yandex ·
★★★★★In August we did a trekking to Yazevoye Lake. The weather was good, warm during the day, cool at night. The path is not difficult, but you need to cross a pass. The view of the lake is amazing. We visited the maral farm and saw the marals. The people in the group were friendly. We liked everything, I recommend it to nature lovers.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the trek to Yazyovoye Lake and the maral farms
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 questionThe main thing is comfortable footwear and clothing suited to the weather, since the walking portion lasts several days. Also take water with a light snack, a hat and sun protection, and keep your phone or camera charged. The guide will tell you about the rest of the small items before departure, and we will confirm on WhatsApp for your date whether you need your own tent and sleeping bag.
The format of this tour is a group one: meet at the start of the route and then everyone moves together along the route. If you want your own group and your own dates, we will check on WhatsApp for your date what can realistically be arranged.
The walking portion begins on the second day and continues until the descent to the maral farms, so you will be walking several days in a row with a backpack. The route includes crossing a mountain pass, and on the rest day at the lake there will be a short outing to a viewpoint. This is a hike, not a stroll, so prepare for a full load.
To be honest: this is a multi-day walking route with overnight stays in camp and a mountain pass crossing, so the decision depends on the endurance of the specific person. The load should be assessed realistically. Write to us on WhatsApp and we will discuss your situation for the departure date.
The group meets at the start of the route; we will confirm the exact place and time on WhatsApp for your departure date. The tour ends on the last day, approximately in the evening. The exact time depends on the road, and the guide will let you know along the way.
The price includes the vehicle for the entire route, the guide who accompanies you, and the arrangement of camps and stops along the way. Meals, personal expenses and tickets to individual sites you pay for yourself. If any meals are included in the programme, the guide will tell you on the spot.
Booking is simply a message on WhatsApp, with no prepayment: you pay on the day of the trip via Kaspi, by card or in cash. If your plans change, cancellation is free. We will check on WhatsApp for your date whether there are places in the group.
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