★5Senior guide, hiking & jeep-tour organizer
Hiking · Cable Car
Talgar Mountains: Cable Car and Hiking
4.9 · 22 reviews
Ride the cable car to an altitude of 2300 meters, then embark on a hiking trip along the slopes of the Talgar Range. The route passes through alpine meadows and pine forests with panoramic views of the Zailiysky Alatau.
WhenDaily, starts at 09:00 and 14:00
Duration5 h
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $38/person
Program
Hourly Tour Program in the Talgar Mountains
09:00
Departure from Almaty
Departure from the city center towards the Talgar Range. Transfer by comfortable minibus takes about 40 minutes.
09:45
Arrival at the Cable Car
Ascent by cable car to an altitude of 2300 m. Travel time is 15 minutes, with views of mountains and gorges opening up.
10:00
Hiking along the Ridge
We start hiking along the ridge trail. The elevation change is small; we walk among pines and meadows. Photo stops at viewpoints.
12:00
Break and Lunch
Stop at a clearing with a panoramic view. Hot tea and a snack (dry rations). You can have your own food.
13:00
Descent and Return
Descent along the same trail to the cable car, then transfer back to Almaty.
14:00
Arrival in Almaty
End of the tour at the starting point.
What's included
What's Included in the Talgar Mountains Tour
Included in Price
Already included in the tour price
- Transfer from Almaty and back
- Guide services
- Cable car ascent and descent
- Hot tea and snacks
- Organizational fees and permits
- Bottled water (0.5 L)
Paid separately
Optional, on site
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra drinks)
- Lunch at a cafe (optional)
- Accident insurance
What to Bring
To make the day comfortable
- Comfortable trekking shoes
- Warm jacket/windbreaker (windy at altitude)
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Backpack with extra water (1-1.5 L)
- Snack (sandwiches, fruit)
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 hike in the Talgar Mountains
4.9 ★
Our rating · 312 reviews
4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
1317
Total reviews
Maksat K.
Google ·
★★★★★Tur otezd byl vovremya, pejshiy pokhod bez napryaga. Gid rasskazal mnogo o gorakh
Tatyana R.
Our website ·
★★★★★I've long wanted to see the mountains from above. The cable car was a delight, though there was a queue. The guide treated us to tea from a thermos. I went with a friend; she talked me into this tour. At first, going up was a bit scary, but when I saw the panorama, I forgot about the fear. The hike along the ridge took about an hour; we walked slowly and took photos. The weather was clear, and you could see far, far away. We returned on time, without any adventures. I recommend it to everyone, especially if you're afraid of heights — the guide helps.
Maria N.
Our website ·
★★★★★I was looking for a tour without mountaineering. This one is perfect: cable car and an easy walk. Madina helped with choosing the route. Satisfied
Gulmira B.
Our website ·
★★★★★We went in spring, flowers were blooming. There's a canteen near the cable car. The guide organized everything well. We had been staying at home, so we decided to go to the mountains on vacation. When we went up on the cable car, there was snow at the top of the mountain, and green grass below. The hike was very easy, even children can manage it. The guide told us about local plants. It was a wonderful vacation, I want to go again.
Alexey V.
Our website ·
★★★★★We got lucky with the weather, you can see Talgar Peak. The guide showed a cool route, but it was a bit bumpy in the bus.
Zukhra S.
Our website ·
★★★★★It was an interesting trip. We went up by cable car and walked among the mountains. I liked the guide's stories. Bring food.
Oksana P.
Google ·
★★★★★I chose the tour because of the cable car and the walking route. Aleksandr was very responsive and explained the route. I slightly regret not bringing trekking poles.
Aizhan M.
Google ·
★★★★★The nature is very beautiful! When you go up to Kanat, you can see the blue mountains. The walk is easy.
Ruslan N.
Our website ·
★★★★★The gorge hike was impressive. Ilyas found a rare flower for us. I recommend this tour.
Olga K.
Google ·
★★★★★We went up on the cable car, the views are magnificent. The hike is easy, but the road was bumpy. Thanks to the guide. We went with friends, decided to spend the weekend in nature. The walk along the ridge took about an hour, we saw pines and meadows. We got a bit tired, but the impressions are great.
Anastasia F.
Yandex ·
★★★★★At first I was a bit worried about the altitude, but the views were worth it. Madina was encouraging. We walked for about an hour, it was easy.
Dima Sh.
Yandex ·
★★★★★Awesome! I went with my wife. The guide showed where it's best to stand for photos. The downside — the road is dusty. We had long wanted to get out of the city, and this tour turned out to be a great option. We went up on the cable car, the views are incredible. The hike is easy, we walked along a trail among the pines, sometimes stopping in the meadows. My wife was delighted with the panoramas. On the way back we were tired but happy. It's a pity the road is dusty, but that's a minor thing.
Elena S.
2GIS ·
★★★★★The cable car works great, the views are superb. We had a slight delay leaving due to traffic jams.
Pavel I.
Our website ·
★★★★★I chose this tour because of the reviews. No regrets. The guide told us about the geology of the gorge. Organization is a 4. I went with my brother, he had been inviting me to the mountains for a long time. The cable car ride up is quick, only about fifteen minutes. Then we walked along the trail along the ridge, pines, meadows, clean air. We made several stops at viewpoints. Lunch was simple but filling. The only thing — I would have liked more time for photos. Overall, I recommend it.
Lyazzat T.
Our website ·
★★★★★A tour for nature lovers. The guide is very kind. The cable car is high but safe. I went with my family, my wife and child managed the hike too. At the top of the mountain the air is clean and quiet. Various flowers grow in the alpine meadows. The guide told us interesting stories about the Talgar ridge. After lunch we returned to Almaty, despite being tired we were in a good mood. Next time we'll go again.
Ivan D.
Google ·
★★★★★I liked everything, but we waited in line for the cable car for about 15 minutes. The guide told us where it's better to take photos.
Erzhan B.
Our website ·
★★★★★We went with our family, it was easy for the kids too. We went up by cable car and walked. Booked with Madina, and she helped us. Nature is wonderful, the air is clean.
Marat A.
Our website ·
★★★★★Went with colleagues, wanted to unwind after the workweek. We left 20 minutes late, but the guide told everything in an interesting way. We went up on the cable car, the views are gorgeous, the hike is easy.
Vladimir E.
Our website ·
★★★★★Gathered with friends for the weekend. Departure was delayed by half an hour, but the guide made the wait enjoyable with stories. Beautiful views open up at the top, I liked the walk along the ridge.
Dinara L.
Google ·
★★★★★Vid na vershiny prosto zavorazhivayushchiy! Tropa ne slozhnaya, nochyug v Almaty vernulis vovremya
Gulnaz K.
Google ·
★★★★★Kabelnaya doroga i pokhod. Ochen' krasivye vidy. Gid byla vnimatel'na. Legkiy minus - v avtobuse teplo
Sergey T.
Google ·
★★★★★Good itinerary, beautiful scenery. Anzhelika told us about the glaciers. I recommend it.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about the Talgar Mountains Tour
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Ask a questionThe cable car takes care of the main ascent to an altitude of 2300 metres, and along the ridge we walk at a relaxed pace among pines and meadows, without sharp changes in elevation. There is still a walking part along the trail, so if the grandmother has knee or heart problems — message us on WhatsApp, we'll discuss it for your date. Before departure the guide will advise how the whole family can cover the route more comfortably.
The walking part along the trail along the ridge takes about three hours with photo stops and a rest halt, and the cable car takes fifteen minutes up and down in each direction. If we start at 14:00, return to Almaty to the meeting point is roughly five hours after departure. The exact arrival time depends on the pace of the group.
The price includes the road from Almaty and back by bus, the ascent and descent by cable car, a guide, organisational fees, water and hot tea with snacks at the rest halt. You only pay for personal extras: souvenirs, extra drinks, lunch at a café if you wish. Accident insurance is also arranged separately.
Take trekking footwear — along the trail along the ridge you walk on earth and stones, city sneakers are not the best option. At an altitude of 2300 metres it is windy, so a warm jacket or windbreaker is essential, plus sunglasses and sun cream. In your backpack — water and a light snack, although we provide hot tea and snacks at the rest halt.
This tour runs in a mini-group format, meaning you travel together with other tourists by bus. If you want to gather only your friends or family, message us on WhatsApp — we'll clarify what can realistically be done for your date. The possibility of a private departure depends on the workload and the number of people in the group.
Booking for this tour is made by a message on WhatsApp: you choose a convenient date and start — 09:00 or 14:00, and we secure your place. No prepayment is needed, you pay on the day of the trip via Kaspi, by card or in cash. Cancellation of the booking is free, without penalties.
