★5Senior guide, hiking & jeep-tour organizer
Jeep Tour · Kok-Pek and Ak-Kainar
Jeep tour to Kok-Pek and Ak-Kainar — canyons and starfall
5 · 23 reviews
See the Martian landscapes of the Kok-Pek gorge and the Ak-Kainar canyon and spend a night under the starry sky. Over two days, we will drive through gorges, canyons and over the Kok-Zhailyau pass in a comfortable jeep — no crowds, just nature.
WhenWeekend
Duration2 days
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $168/person
Program
Jeep tour itinerary to Kok-Pek and Ak-Kainar by hour
06:30
Departure from Almaty
Meet at Republic Square, board the jeep. Drive to Kok-Pek Gorge — about 3 hours.
10:00
Kok-Pek Gorge
Stop at scenic rocks and a waterfall. Short walk, photos.
12:00
Ak-Kainar Canyon
Walk along the canyon edge, views of red rocks. Lunch in the field.
15:00
Kok-Zhaylyau Pass
Ascent to the Kok-Zhailyau pass, panorama of the mountain ridges.
17:00
Camp in the gorge
Set up tents, cook dinner over a campfire.
21:00
Evening by the fire
Stargazing (in season), guide's stories, tea.
08:00
Breakfast and pack up
Breakfast, break camp. Return to Almaty with short stops.
What's included
What's included in the jeep tour to Kok-Pek and Ak-Kainar
Included in Price
Already included in the tour price
- Jeep transfer from Almaty and back
- Guide-driver services
- Meals (lunch, dinner, breakfast)
- Tents and sleeping bags
- National park fees
- Drinking water
Paid separately
Optional, on site
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, etc.)
- Accident insurance
- Additional meals at cafes along the way
What to Bring
To make the day comfortable
- Comfortable waterproof shoes
- Warm jacket (temperature drops to +5°C at night)
- Flashlight and personal first aid kit
- Camera or smartphone
- Thermos with tea/coffee
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 jeep tour to Kok-Pek and Ak-Kainar
4.9 ★
Our rating · 312 reviews
4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
1317
Total reviews
Larisa K.
Yandex ·
★★★★★We bought the tour on a whim. Really enjoyed it. The only thing—we needed an extra blanket. But the meteor shower was magical.
Dinara R.
Our website ·
★★★★★I took the tour for the meteor shower. I liked everything, but it was cool in the tent. The guide helped with a warm sleeping bag. Went with a friend, laughed a lot and took photos.
Gulmira A.
Yandex ·
★★★★★Kok-Pek by jeep — wow. A night under the open sky. The starfall is like in a movie. A small delay didn't ruin the vacation. We went with a friend spontaneously, wanted adventures. The jeep is comfortable, the guide is experienced. The Kok-Pek gorge — red rocks, a waterfall. The Ak-Kainar canyon also impressed. In the evening camp, fire, tea. At night the starfall — we made wishes. In the morning breakfast and back. Very satisfied!
Sergey V.
Google ·
★★★★★We went in August. The road is bumpy, but the jeep handles it perfectly. The Ak-Kainar canyon impresses. Aleksandr told the history in a great way. We took the tour spontaneously, with family. The Kok-Pek gorge — red rocks, a waterfall. Lunch in field conditions, everything was tasty. At night camp, fire, starfall. In the morning breakfast and home. The only thing — I would have liked more time at the Kok-Zhailyau pass, but overall excellent.
Marat S.
Our website ·
★★★★★Tour is 5 points. The views from the canyon are captivating. The jeep is comfortable. Madina organized everything clearly. Minus — we arrived late to the starting point.
Aidos N.
Our website ·
★★★★★The jeep tour is fire. Canyons, mountains, stars. Organization is top-notch, though we left later. But that's minor. My colleagues and I decided to go for the weekend to get away from the city. The Kok-Pek gorge impressed — red rocks, a roaring waterfall.
Kanat Zh.
Google ·
★★★★★I went to Kok-Pek for the first time. Amazing. The Ak-Kainar canyon, the stars. The guide helped organize everything. I'm very grateful. We went with friends, the transport was comfortable. Nature is wonderful, mountains, canyons. At night there were many stars, we made wishes. We kept the fire going until breakfast. In the morning we went back. I want to go again!
Ruslan T.
2GIS ·
★★★★★I liked everything. The car was comfortable. Ilyas is a great guide. There were many stars at night. I'll go again.
Timur G.
Google ·
★★★★★Loved it. The places are wild and beautiful. Downside: we waited a long time for breakfast. But overall, it was great.
Daniyar A.
Our website ·
★★★★★I had long wanted to see Kok-Pek with my own eyes, and finally we gathered with friends. We set off early in the morning, the road is long but interesting — along the way the guide showed us various places. The Kok-Pek gorge impressed us: red rocks, a roaring waterfall, we took tons of photos. Then there was the Ak-Kainar canyon — the views just take your breath away. Lunch right in the field, everything was tasty. In the evening we set up camp, dinner by the fire. At night we looked at the stars, the guide told legends. This is unforgettable!
Oleg I.
Yandex ·
★★★★★Everything is well organized. The Ak-Kainar canyon is incredible. The only thing — the road is dusty. But with the windows closed it's fine. We went with my husband, wanted to see the starfall. We didn't regret it! The Kok-Pek gorge is also beautiful, a waterfall. At night camp, fire, stars. In the morning breakfast and back. I recommend it!
Irina F.
2GIS ·
★★★★★I've wanted to go to Kok-Pek for a long time. Didn't get disappointed. Ak-Kainar canyon is beautiful. The meteor shower was bright. Thanks to Andrey for the company.
Talgat R.
Our website ·
★★★★★The trip is super. The places are wild and beautiful. Organization is normal. We left later, but not critical. I recommend.
Dmitry R.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Great tour. The views were amazing. We saw a meteor shower. The dinner was modest though. But overall good.
Rustem T.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Kok-Pek won me over. We traveled with a group, everyone is delighted. The road is bumpy, but that's part of the adventure. Sergey is the best guide. The Kok-Pek gorge — Martian landscapes, as if on another planet. The Ak-Kainar canyon is also beautiful, especially at sunset. At night we set up camp, dinner by the fire, and then watched the starfall. Unforgettable! The only thing — I would have liked a bit more time for photos at the canyon. But overall an excellent tour, I recommend it.
Marat B.
Our website ·
★★★★★Unreal views of the Kok-Pek gorge. At night the meteor shower is just a fairy tale. Organization is super.
Anton L.
Yandex ·
★★★★★Great tour. We loved everything, especially the overnight stay under the stars. The downside was a one-hour delay in departure. But it was worth it.
Aigul K.
Our website ·
★★★★★We chose the tour for a long time and didn't regret it. Kok-Pek and Ak-Kainar by jeep — that's powerful! Canyons, stars, campfire. Aleksandr led us to the coolest spots. We left a bit later, but that's nothing.
Dinara E.
Our website ·
★★★★★Vse bylo super. Kanyony prosto kosmos. Nash gid ochen vnimatelno otnosilsya. Spasibo.
Gulnaz S.
Yandex ·
★★★★★Ochen ponravilos. Vse bylo organizovano otlichno. Gid pomog s vyborom. Zvezdy — eto prosto klass.
Elena M.
Our website ·
★★★★★I was afraid it would be boring, but no. The atmosphere was super. I saw a meteor shower for the first time in my life. Thanks to Madina for her care.
Aizhan S.
Our website ·
★★★★★My best tour. The Kok-Pek gorges are amazing. The stars in the night sky are unforgettable. Everything was good under the guide's leadership. Went with my family, my wife liked it a lot too.
Zhanna K.
Our website ·
★★★★★Ochen kruto. Poezdka v Kok-Pek zashib. Zvezdy bylo ochen mnogo. Vse ponravilos. Rekomenduu.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the jeep tour to Kok-Pek and Ak-Kainar
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 questionBe sure to bring a warm jacket: at camp at night the temperature drops to around +5°C, and in the evening you sit by the fire and look at the stars. Footwear — comfortable and waterproof, because you'll be walking on stones by the cliffs, along the canyon and at the pass. A flashlight, a personal first-aid kit, a thermos and a camera or smartphone will also come in handy.
Most of the time you travel in the off-road vehicle, and the walking sections are short and leisurely: by the cliffs and waterfall in Kok-Pek, along the edge of the Ak-Kainar canyon and at the Kok-Zhailyau pass. This is not a hike with a heavy backpack, but the pace is active — an early start, two days on the road and a night in a tent. If you're unsure about your fitness, message us on WhatsApp and we'll figure it out for your situation.
The program is the same for everyone: wake-up at 06:30, off-road vehicle transfers, short walks and a night in tents, then breakfast and packing up camp in the morning. For some this pace is easy, for others it's hard — it's very individual. Message us on WhatsApp with who exactly is going and what travel experience you have, and we'll honestly tell you whether your group will be comfortable.
The meteor shower is in the program as a seasonal phenomenon, so there's a chance of seeing it not on every date — our departures are on weekends, so choose a convenient weekend. The weather in the mountains is changeable, so for specific dates we'll check on WhatsApp and tell you what to expect on your trip. At night it's cool in any case, so warm clothes won't be unnecessary.
Meet at Republic Square in Almaty at 06:30, from there we get into the off-road vehicle and drive to the Kok-Pek gorge — the journey takes about three hours. We head back on the morning of the second day after breakfast and packing up camp, with short stops along the way. The exact time of return to Almaty depends on the road and the group, so we'll give you an estimate closer to departure on WhatsApp.
Booking is simple: message us on WhatsApp for the weekend you want, we reserve places for you, and no prepayment is needed. You pay on the day of the trip — Kaspi, card or cash, and if your plans change, cancellation of the booking is free. Our format is group-based, but if you want your own group — message us on WhatsApp and we'll discuss it for your date.
