Tickets & tours
Organized tours handle the complex permits, harsh washboard roads, and homestay arrangements. Choose from quick day trips or multi-day expeditions.
Most bookedExplore Altyn Emel National Park — one of Kazakhstan's most surreal landscapes. Hike through the otherworldly Aktau Mountains, volcanic Katutau formations, and climb the...
Best valueImmerse yourself in the fantastic landscapes of Altyn-Emel National Park: the colorful Martian landscapes of Mount Aktau, the picturesque and wild Katutau Mountains, and...
Top ratedDuring the tour you will: • Visit the sites at the ALTYN EMEL National park (included in the UNESCO Historical list) • See rare animals a like Kulan, Przewalski's...
Small groupA two-day tour to the National Park Altyn Emel is a great opportunity to visit the unique natural monuments of Kazakhstan. Martian landscapes, the mysterious singing of...
Discover the magic of Altyn-Emel National Park, starting from the village of Basshi. Visit the ancient 700-year-old willow tree, then trek through the surreal landscapes...
One of the greatest options for 2-days tour in Almaty area. A lot of options to observe a...
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Compare our top-rated Altyn-Emel tour options.
| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| group adventure | 16 h | $240 | Compare | 4.9 (156) | experiencing the main highlights |
| budget day trip | 16 h to 17 h | $159 | Compare | 4.2 (10) | budget-conscious travelers |
| full day tour | 9 h | $290 | Compare | 5.0 (13) | a quick comprehensive visit |
| private 2-day tour | 48 h | $693 | Compare | 5.0 (4) | exclusive multi-day experience |
| 4wd experience | 17 h | $200 | Compare | n/a | off-road enthusiasts |
| premium 2-day safari | 48 h | $1,121 | Compare | 5.0 (5) | luxury wilderness seekers |
Yes. Inside the park, roads are unpaved washboard dirt tracks. A high-clearance SUV or 4x4 is highly recommended to prevent severe vehicle damage.
Yes, but it is a long day. The drive takes 4 to 5 hours each way. Day tours typically last 16 to 17 hours and focus on Route 1 or Route 3.
No. There are no shops or restaurants inside the park boundaries. You must bring all food, snacks, and packed lunches with you.
From Viator
156 reviews of the group adventure on Viator
A great day, great experience. Its a long way away and long journey but its worth it for the experience. The tour guide Zhandos was great and friendly who coordinated the groupso well. Plus the driver Sam, very friendly and perfect who made sure the journey was comfortable [ even off road]. It was a fantastic day.
A great guide Butter, nice experience with this tour, highly recommend this off road trip, calmness desert trip
Went back to Kazakhstan recently and as expected it did not disappoint. 🤩
