Trekking to the Kok-Zhaylyau Plateau from Almaty

I chose the classic hike to get to know the surroundings of Almaty. I'm really glad I ended up with the instructor - he's a true professional.

We wanted an active weekend and chose Kok-Zhaylyau. Left on time, the route was beautiful, the guide was cheerful. The only downside was waiting for the bus for 15 minutes on the way back, but it's not critical.

The hike was great, but I wish we had more time for photos. Overall, everything was super.

I chose the tour on the advice of friends, didn't regret it. Zhanna is an excellent guide, knows many stories. My brother and I went together, wanted to test ourselves before a more serious hike. In the morning we gathered in the city center, the minibus arrived on time. The road to Medeu took a little time. The ascent along the trail through the forest was brisk but not exhausting. On the plateau we were awaited by stunning views of the mountains and the city. We had lunch with hot tea, the guide told about local traditions. The descent was fun, with jokes. We returned to Almaty tired but satisfied. I recommend it to everyone who wants an active holiday without long preparation.

Liked the tour, but we left 20 minutes later, which messed up our plans a bit. Otherwise everything was fine. Went with colleagues, wanted to unwind after a work week. The ascent through the pine forest was pleasant, beautiful views opened up on the plateau. It's a pity there was little time left for photos.

I spent a long time choosing a tour, settled on this one because of the reviews. No regrets! Aliya is very attentive, she told and showed everything. I felt safe.

Hiking to Kok-Zhaylyau is just what the soul needs. Guide Marat shared secret trails, the route wasn't boring. The only thing is that by the end our legs were a bit tired, but it was worth it.

Kok-Zhailau is beautiful, but the climb up the trail was hard. The guide Marat smoothed everything over.

Very beautiful, the guide told a lot of interesting things about herbs. I will definitely come back!

Decided to go for the first time, chose the classic route. We were satisfied, only dressed lightly, it was windy at the top. Walked through the forest, took a rest on the plateau. The guide told about plants, it was interesting. Descended by another trail, got a bit tired, but the impressions are excellent.

Nature is wonderful, the walk went very well. Thanks to the guide!

We had been planning the hike for a long time, finally decided. Organization is top-notch, only breakfast could have been more substantial. But that's a minor thing. We gathered as a small group of colleagues, wanted to unwind after the work week. We chose the tour because of its short duration and beautiful photos on the internet. We left early in the morning, got to Medeu quickly. The trail goes through a coniferous forest, the ascent is not very difficult. On the plateau we took a break, the guide showed convenient spots for photos. We had lunch with what we brought, but the guide offered hot tea. The way back took less time. Everyone liked it, despite minor shortcomings.

Great hike along Kok-Zhailyau, the views are incredible. The guide organized everything perfectly. My friends and I decided to spend the weekend actively instead of sitting in the city. We chose this tour because it's suitable for beginners and takes only one day. The transfer from Almaty was comfortable, the driver arrived on time. We climbed along a scenic trail through the forest, on the plateau a stunning panorama of the Trans-Ili Alatau opens up. We had a picnic with a view of the mountains, the guide told a lot of interesting things about plants. The descent was easy, and we returned to the city in a great mood. We'll definitely go again!

Went on the tour with a friend, wanted to rest from work. Everything is great, the road is a bit bumpy in the bus, but that's minor. Thanks to the guide.

Really enjoyed it, even though the weather let us down - it started raining. But the impressions are still vivid.