2-Day Altyn Emel National Park Tour with Singing Dune and Aktau

2 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Explore the wild landscapes of Altyn Emel National Park on a 2-day jeep expedition from Almaty. Visit the famous Singing Dune and hear its unique natural sound...

Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Almaty, Altyn-Emel National Park · Languages: English, Russian

Know before you go: Off the grid: we operate in deep, remote wilderness. There is no signal or internet during the daily tour route. We reconnect with the outside world only upon arrival at the guest house.

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What's Included

English-speaking driver
Accommodation
4 meals
Entrance fees

Itinerary

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Day 01

Singing Dune Expedition and Basshi Village Stay

08:00 AM: Depart from your hotel in Almaty and begin a scenic drive across the steppe towards Altyn Emel National Park. 08:00 AM: Depart from your hotel in Almaty and begin a scenic drive across the steppe towards Altyn Emel National Park. Travel approximately 250 kilometres to reach Basshi Village, the main gateway settlement of the national park. Travel approximately 250 kilometres to reach Basshi Village, the main gateway settlement of the national park. 12:00 PM: Arrive at Basshi Village and enjoy a traditional lunch before continuing the expedition. 12:00 PM: Arrive at Basshi Village and enjoy a traditional lunch before continuing the expedition. 02:00 PM: Drive across the rugged landscapes of the park towards the famous Singing Dune. 02:00 PM: Drive across the rugged landscapes of the park towards the famous Singing Dune. 03:00 PM: Explore the massive sand dune and learn about the natural phenomenon that produces a deep humming sound when the sand shifts. 03:00 PM: Explore the massive sand dune and learn about the natural phenomenon that produces a deep humming sound when the sand shifts. Walk across the dune and enjoy sweeping views of the desert and steppe landscapes surrounding the area. Walk across the dune and enjoy sweeping views of the desert and steppe landscapes surrounding the area. 06:00 PM: Travel to a local guest house in Basshi Village, enjoy dinner, and relax after a day of exploration. 06:00 PM: Travel to a local guest house in Basshi Village, enjoy dinner, and relax after a day of exploration.
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Day 02

Aktau and Katutau Mountain Discovery

08:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast at the guest house before continuing your journey through the national park. 08:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast at the guest house before continuing your journey through the national park. 09:00 AM: Travel by 4x4 vehicle to the colourful formations of the Aktau Mountains. 09:00 AM: Travel by 4x4 vehicle to the colourful formations of the Aktau Mountains. 10:30 AM - 01:00 PM: Explore the dramatic landscapes of the Aktau Mountains, known for their striking layered rock formations and otherworldly scenery. 10:30 AM - 01:00 PM: Explore the dramatic landscapes of the Aktau Mountains, known for their striking layered rock formations and otherworldly scenery. 01:00 PM: Enjoy lunch surrounded by the remote natural beauty of the park. 01:00 PM: Enjoy lunch surrounded by the remote natural beauty of the park. 02:00 PM: Continue the expedition towards the volcanic rock formations of the Katutau Mountains. 02:00 PM: Continue the expedition towards the volcanic rock formations of the Katutau Mountains. 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM: Discover the unique geological structures and volcanic landscapes while walking through the mountains with your guide. 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM: Discover the unique geological structures and volcanic landscapes while walking through the mountains with your guide. 05:00 PM: Begin the return journey by road to Almaty and arrive at your hotel in the evening. 05:00 PM: Begin the return journey by road to Almaty and arrive at your hotel in the evening.