Big Almaty Lake & Alma-Arasan Gorge Tour with Birds of Prey Show
Description
Want to experience the true beauty of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains and recharge with fresh mountain energy? Join us on a scenic tour to Big Almaty Lake, along with the picturesque Alma-Arasan and Ayusai gorges, located just a short drive from Almaty. What awaits you: • Visit the famous Big Almaty Lake — a stunning alpine reservoir surrounded by towering peaks, famous for its turquoise color and breathtaking panoramic views; • Walk through pine forests filled with fresh mountain air and crystal-clear rivers; • Relax at the natural hot springs of Alma-Arasan (if accessible), known for their calming and rejuvenating properties; • Waterfalls and panoramic views of the Alma-Arasan and Ayusay gorges; • Visit a Falconry Center and enjoy an impressive show with eagles, falcons, and other birds of prey — a unique insight into the region’s nomadic traditions (only from April to October).
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sightseeing, walking, photographing, enjoying the scenery
Short walk to the Ayusai waterfall with stops for photos
Souvenir shopping at the Visitor Center and lunch in the cafe (not included)
- Walk (short hike) to the Maiden's Tears waterfall along the gorge with stops for photo; - Bathing in the hot springs (optional);
A visit to the Falconry Center, featuring an impressive show with eagles, falcons, and other birds of prey — a unique insight into the region’s nomadic traditions (only from April to October).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up is available for a private tour option only.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(29)
Great way to go see the lake if you want to avoid the hike , all up is a very good day in nature , our guide naz was lovely and gave us plenty of information
I enjoyed this day tour. Big Almaty Lake was beautiful and so was the walk in the Gorge. The hot springs were crowded on the day we visited, just be prepared for lots of people around and only time for a quick dip. The Birds of Prey show was a lot of fun and entertaining. There was a little mucking around while some of the people were clearing rocks from the road the morning I went, but that is beyond control of the tour operator. Overall, a great day which I really enjoyed
The travel schedule was perfectly arranged. We were given ample time to explore every attraction without being rushed. Our guide Ax accompanied us the whole trip, sharing rich stories about Almaty’s history and current local life. He took great care of every member in our group throughout the day. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Almaty!
Excellent day and Ax took care of everyone like guests, engaged and went the extra mile to make us feel at home. Excellent and will recommend 👍🏽
A great full-day experience covering Big Almaty Lake, Alma-Arasan gorge, and the Birds of Prey show. Our guide Zhenis was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole trip run smoothly. The group was small which made it comfortable throughout. The views at BAL were stunning even on a cloudy day. Would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Almaty who wants to see the best of the surrounding nature in one day. Thank you Zhenis! 🙏
We had a wonderful one-day trip experience. Everything was well organized, smooth, and enjoyable from start to finish. Our tour guide Ms. Naz was not only knowledgeable and friendly, but truly went above and beyond to make our day special. I was especially impressed when I accidentally left my sunglasses behind. Ms. Naz kindly helped locate them and even brought them back to my hotel the next day. Such thoughtful and exceptional service is rare and very much appreciated. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable and caring tour experience.
It was lovely rour, Zhenis was a fantastic guide . I recommend all of the tourists to book through this if you are looking for any day tours
We had a great trip with Nazerke yesterday. Timings were prompt and the minibus was comfortable and spacious. Naz was a great guide, with excellent English and always looked out for us on the slippery paths! Walking boots/shoes are a must as it was quite slippery. We took our 5 and 10 year old with us but were a bit wary, although Naz was always one step ahead. We all had a great time in the hot springs and enjoyed the lunch time spot. We didn’t feel rushed and felt there was enough time to do everything. All in all a very reasonably priced and enjoyable day out.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! We’re really glad you and your family had a comfortable and enjoyable experience, and that the timing and pace felt right for you. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Kazakhstan 😊
Great experience. Beautiful views. Luba was a great guide, super knowledgeable and clearly passionate. Highly recommended.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad you enjoyed the experience and the beautiful views. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Kazakhstan 😊
Everithing is fine, perfect. ☺️ Luba
Dear Guest, Thank you so much! We’re really happy everything met your expectations and you enjoyed the trip. Hope to see you again 😊
