Gabala & Shamakhi Nature Tour (Group or Private)
Description
One day before our guide will contact you and get the location of your hotel or any accommodation in Baku. Gabala is 216 km from Baku. On the way to Gabala, our first stop will be Shamakhi City which was the ancient capital of Shirvansah's reign. Juma mosque which is considered the oldest mosque in Azerbaijan will be visited in Shamakhi. After reaching Gabala city guests will taste delicious lunch at the traditional restaurant. You can enjoy nature walking around Nohur Lake, or take a boat or catamaran ride. Tufandagh Mountain Resort is the most popular touristic place in Gabala. Guests can get a cable car and go to the top of Tufandagh Mountain. Winter Season Resort became a skiing resort as well. 7 beauties Waterfalls will be our last stop in Gabala. On the way to the waterfall, we will change our minivan to a Soviet Lada car and experience an off-road trip
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Juma Mosque of Shamakhi or Friday Mosque is a mosque in the city of Shamakhi, Azerbaijan.Construction date of the mosque- 743-744 relies on research of a geological commission coming from Tiflis, which was led by prince Shahgulu Qajar. This date was defined with Arabic ligature on the facade of the Friday Mosque, stating the year 126 according to Islamic calendar as the establishment year.Just in this period the construction of new religious buildings – mosques – was begun in the territory of Azerbaijan. Historical appearance of ancient Islamic architectural monuments was related to Arabs’ governance and spreading of Islam in the territory of Azerbaijan. Friday Mosque of Shamakhi is considered the first mosque in the Caucasus after cathedral Friday Mosque of Derbent, which was constructed in 734.
Gabala (also known as Qabala) is a city in northern Azerbaijan Guests will have a lunch and traditional Restaurant and taste delicious Azerbaijani foods
A few kilometres southeast of Qabala is one of Azerbaijan’s most beautiful spots. Lake Nohur is a manmade lake created after World War II to supply surrounding villages with water. Today it is a popular recreation spot consisting of a large tree-lined body of water reflecting the Greater Caucasus Mountains in its green-blue waters. Swimming is prohibited but fishing and hiking are popular.
Tufandag Winter-Summer Tourist Complex is located 4 kilometers far from Gabala city. The resort allows visitors to enjoy different extreme sports and tourism activities in the harmony with nature. Tufandag complex provides skiing in winter, going up to the mountains by cable cars in summer, mountain climbing by ATV quad bikes and other types of entertainment
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We pick up from all Hotel or any accommodation at city center of Baku
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(167)
Today, 26.06.2026, my friends and I went on a tour to Gabala and it was one of the most wonderful days! 😍 We loved absolutely everything from start to finish. A special thanks goes to our guide and driver. Very kind, polite and sympathetic people! Throughout the trip, they were there, explaining everything in detail, helping with ticket purchases, telling us where to go, and even solving our little problems, like helping us queue for a photo shoot. Thanks to their care and professionalism, the trip was as comfortable as possible and left only the most pleasant experience. Thank you for your wonderful organization, warm attitude and unforgettable emotions! Be sure to recommend this tour to your friends and would love to go with you again! ❤️
It was beautiful, especially with Ms. We had a lot of fun there going out there sightseeing as well as being able to Ms. Ayatan about the cities and country as a whole.
We had a wonderful overall experience and would happily do this tour again. A special thank you goes to our tour guide, Mehebbet, who truly impressed us with his friendly and helpful nature. He took plenty of time for us, answered all of our questions, and never made us feel like we had to hurry. This allowed us to explore everything in a relaxed way and really enjoy the atmosphere. We also really appreciated how he shared interesting facts and little details that we probably would have missed otherwise. He was always patient and adjusted to our pace throughout the tour. I was traveling with my younger sister, and as two girls, we felt safe and well looked after at all times, which was very important to us. Our tip: definitely ask questions – he genuinely takes the time to explain everything clearly and in detail. We’re very grateful that he was our guide and would recommend this tour with him anytime!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review 😊 We’re truly happy that Mehebbet made you feel comfortable, safe, and relaxed throughout the tour. Your kind words mean a lot to us 🌷
We had a really great experience and can absolutely recommend this tour. We would especially like to highlight our tour guide, Mehebbet. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and accommodating. What we appreciated most was that he took his time to answer all of our questions in detail and never made us feel rushed. We were able to explore everything at our own pace and truly enjoy the places we visited – which makes a huge difference. Mehebbet also shared many interesting background details that you wouldn’t easily find elsewhere. At the same time, he was very relaxed and adapted well to our pace. I was traveling with my little sister, and as two girls, we felt very safe and well taken care of the entire time. That was really important to us and made the experience even more enjoyable. A small tip: take the opportunity to ask him questions – he really takes the time to explain everything clearly. I’m very grateful that he was our tour guide. The experience definitely wouldn’t have been the same without him!
Thank you for your beautiful review 😊 We’re delighted that Mehebbet helped make your experience special, comfortable, and memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation 🌷
Elcan was good throughout the tour . It was a good experience and we got to know about Bakuls culture and heritage . He was polite and explained very well .
Thank you for your review 😊 We’re glad you enjoyed the Gabala & Shamakhi tour with Elcan and learned more about Baku’s culture and heritage.
My trip was booked by Baku City Tours and it was a very enjoyable ride from Baku with wonderful mountain views and scenery. Tufandag Mountain Resort was the main highlight!! It started hailing just as we arrived- a first- time magical experience for my family members and me. The cable car ride offered stunning views of a snow-filled landscape! A perfect mix of adventure and wonder!
Thank you for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re so happy you enjoyed the tour and had such a unique experience with hail and snow at Tufandag ❄️ It’s great to hear it was a memorable adventure for you and your family. We hope to welcome you again soon! 🌟
Brilliant day with Mehebbet. Fanatic driver, excellent English, very knowledgable - and lovely company. Took the many sights and stops at our pace. Great value for a private tour. Affordable and memorable! Prepare for thrilling off road extra at the volcanoes… and some top history and photo opportunities. Leaned a lot. Made some memories.
We’re happy you had a great time! Thank you for choosing us!
Excellent Host and Top Notch Service.
Thank you for your kind words! We're happy you enjoyed the Gabala & Tufandag trip 😊
It was a wonderful and memorable tour. Thanks to our guide Mr. Mehebbet, he really is an amazing tour guide. He explains the places that we visited very well and gave information. He is so polite and kind. Highly recommended👏⭐️
Thank you for your kind review! We're happy to hear you had a memorable tour with Mehebbet. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
It was well planned, enjoyable and informational tour.Thanks to Mehebbet our guide for this amazing travel journey.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the tour and that Mehebbet made your journey informative and enjoyable.
