★5Senior guide, hiking & jeep-tour organizer
Tour from Almaty
Journey through Eastern Kazakhstan: Bukhtarma Reservoir, Sibinskie Lakes, mountain landscapes of Altai. Accommodation in campsites and guest houses.
Program
The group meets at the start of the route and transfers to the Bukhtarma Reservoir, with accommodation at a camp on the shore. In the evening, a walk and a safety briefing.
A day at the reservoir: boat rides, swimming in good weather, fishing. Lunch on the shore. Return to the camp, free time.
In the morning, transfer to the Sibiny Lakes. Photo stops along the way. Accommodation at a guesthouse, lunch. After lunch, a walk to the lake and exploring the surroundings.
A full day at the lakes: hiking routes around the lakes, a picnic in nature. Swimming if desired and weather permits. In the evening, a campfire and relaxation.
Breakfast, packing, transfer to the end point of the route. End of the programme.
What's included
Already included in the tour price
Optional, on site
To make the day comfortable
Team
Routes are led by working guides and instructors. The same people answer in WhatsApp and accompany groups on tour.
★5Senior guide, hiking & jeep-tour organizer
★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
In September I vacationed with my wife, booked with Madina, she explained everything. Nature is wonderful, but it was cold at night.
We went in September, the weather is good, but cold at night. Nature is wonderful!
Madina quickly picked the dates and arranged everything, thanks to her. In July it was warm at the lakes, we swam. We liked the picnic and the evening by the campfire.
In June we went with my brother for the weekend, wanted to fish. We liked it, but there are many mosquitoes.
In June I went on vacation with my wife, Anzhelika gathered the group and organized everything. The lakes are wonderful, but it was cold at night. 4.
We went with my brother in August, wanted to check the fishing spots at Bukhtarma. Fishing was successful, the lakes are beautiful. But at the campsite it was noisy from other groups.
We went with a friend to celebrate her birthday, chose the tour because of Sibin Lakes. In August the weather is warm, but at night at the campsite it's cool, need a jacket. The only downside is that on the first day the transfer was tiring, but the views were worth it.
We decided to unwind with colleagues after a rush at work, chose this tour in July. Five days in nature — just what we needed. Bukhtarma Reservoir pleased us with fishing, and Sibin Lakes with cleanliness and silence. In July the weather was hot, but at the lakes it was comfortable. Bus transfers were sometimes tiring, especially on the dirt road. At the campsite and guesthouse the conditions are simple, but everything necessary is there. The guide is attentive, monitored safety. The only thing, we would have liked more time for swimming. Overall the impressions are excellent, I recommend it to everyone who loves active recreation.
We went with my husband in June for our anniversary. We liked everything, but in the tent it was cold at night.
In June we decided to see Altai with our family, took this tour. The weather was sunny, but the water in Bukhtarma was still cool, we swam little. It was a bit stressful that on the third day the transfer to Sibin Lakes took longer than expected. But nature and fishing compensated for everything.
We went with our family in June, wanted to show the children Altai. We took the tour because of the convenient program: first Bukhtarma, then Sibin Lakes. In June the reservoir was still cool, we didn't dare to swim, but fishing was excellent. At the lakes the weather pleased us, warm during the day, cool in the evening. Bus transfers are tiring, especially on the dirt road, but the scenery is worth it. At the campsite we slept in tents, the children were delighted. The guesthouse at Sibin Lakes is simple but cozy. The guide explained everything and monitored safety. The only thing, we would have liked more free time at the lakes. Overall we were satisfied, I recommend it to those who love nature and aren't afraid of the road.
Qyrkuiekte otyrysymyz, kolder kerekmet! Biraq zhol uzak boldy.
In August we chose this tour because we wanted to relax in nature with the kids. The weather on Bukhtarma was warm, we swam. The Sibinsky lakes are wonderful, but the road was long. At the campsite it's cool at night, you need to take warm clothes. Overall we liked it, nature is amazing!
The weather in August is great, we swam plenty on Bukhtarma. Bus transfers are long, but the views compensate. At the Sibinsky lakes we had a great picnic. The only thing is that at the campsite the shower is only cold.
We chose this tour spontaneously: a friend suggested celebrating vacation in nature, and we decided that Bukhtarma and Sibin Lakes were a great option. We went as a group of three, all of us love fishing and tents. The bus transfers were quite tolerable, except for the shaking on the dirt road. In August the water in the reservoir was already warm, we swam with pleasure. At Sibin Lakes the weather changed: hot during the day, but in the evening by the campfire we had to put on a jacket. At the campsite and guesthouse everything was modest but clean, the food was good. We liked that the program wasn't overloaded, there was time to just sit by the water. We returned a bit tired, but with lots of impressions.
A friend persuaded me to go on this tour to distract from the city bustle. We took a five-day tour in August and didn't regret it. Most memorable were Sibin Lakes — clean water, fresh air. The campsite at Bukhtarma is simple but has everything necessary. Bus transfers are long, but with stops for photos. The guesthouse at the lakes is cozy, the hostess cooked deliciously. The weather was warm, we swam during the day, sat by the campfire in the evening. The only thing, there are many mosquitoes, take repellent. Organization is top-notch, the guide is always in touch. We came home tired but with lots of impressions.
Madina quickly picked the dates and arranged everything. In June on Bukhtarma it was cool, but the sun warmed during the day. We liked the boat and fishing, though the water was still refreshing. The Sibinsky lakes are beautiful, but there are many mosquitoes — take repellent.
Ilyas guided us perfectly along the route, showed and told us everything. In June it was fresh at the lakes, especially in the evening by the campfire. The guest house is cozy, but the facilities are outside. The nature of Altai impressed me, I will come back again.
We went in September, the weather was already cool, but beautiful. Bukhtarma and Sibin Lakes impressed us. At the campsite it was cold at night, need a warm sleeping bag.
In August we took this tour with friends to get away from the city. The weather was great, hot during the day, cool at night. We liked the Sibinsky lakes and fishing on Bukhtarma. The only downside is the long and tiring transfers, but it's worth it.
Ezdili s sestroy v iule, hoteli otmechenie ee okonchaniya univera. Vse klassno, no komary!
We had long wanted to go to Altai with friends, and finally chose this tour in June. Five days flew by unnoticed. At Bukhtarma we fished, rode a boat, the weather was excellent — warm during the day, cool in the evening. The transfer to Sibin Lakes took half a day, but along the way we made stops for photos. The guesthouse is simple but clean, we were fed home-cooked food. The lakes impressed us: clear water, mountains around. We walked, had a picnic. The only downside is mosquitoes, but that's a trifle. Organization is clear, the guide explained everything. We returned tired but satisfied.
In June we went with my family, nature is very beautiful, but sometimes it was cold.
FAQ
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Ask a questionPlan for walks by the water and evenings by the campfire: comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a hat and sun protection. Water, a light snack and a charged phone or camera will also come in handy. Our guide will tell you the exact list of items for your date on WhatsApp before departure.
The route is relaxed: walks to the lake and around the Sibiny Lakes, plus boat rides and fishing on the Bukhtarma. No special fitness is needed, but your shoes should be comfortable. If you have doubts about the activity level, message us on WhatsApp — we'll clarify for your date.
It's a group format, with overnight stays at a campsite and a guesthouse, and daytime walks and a picnic in nature. Part of the time is spent outdoors and by the water, so it's best to decide with your family's wellbeing in mind. We'll clarify the specific details for your group on WhatsApp.
The second day is spent entirely on the water: boat rides, fishing and swimming if the weather allows, with lunch right on the shore. In the evening we return to the campsite and there's free time. Meals are paid separately unless the programme says otherwise — we'll clarify the details for your date on WhatsApp.
It starts with the group meeting at the start of the route and a transfer to the Bukhtarma Reservoir, then the group moves to the Sibiny Lakes and stays in a guesthouse. On the last day there's a transfer to the end point of the route, where the tour ends. We'll clarify the exact time for your departure on WhatsApp.
The price includes transport along the entire route, an experienced guide and the organisation of stops. Personal expenses, meals if not included, and entrance tickets to certain sites are paid separately. If you have questions about specific costs in the programme, the guide will advise you before departure.
We hold your place in the group for Bukhtarma and the Sibiny Lakes after you message us on WhatsApp — no prepayment is required. On the day of departure you pay via Kaspi, by card or in cash. If your plans change, just message us — cancellation is free.
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