Day tours from Almaty · Kazakhstan

See the wild side of the Tian Shan

Canyons, alpine lakes and nomad plateaus on private day trips from Almaty — your own car, a certified local guide and no strangers in the group.

Certified local guide
5+ years of experience
Private & group tours
Free cancellation · 24 h

Most popular tours

The trips our guests book first — and recommend after.

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Pick a tour

Browse the tours and choose your day — or tell us what you love and we will suggest a route.

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We confirm the date, pickup time and details. No prepayment, free cancellation up to 24 hours.

We pick you up

Your guide meets you at your hotel. Everything else — park tickets, route, timing — is on us.

Why travel with Almatrips

Truly private

No buses, no strangers, no waiting for the group. The car, the route and the pace are yours.

Certified guide

Founded by a certified guide with 5+ years showing travelers the mountains around Almaty.

Honest pricing

One clear price per car — park fees and pickup included. No hidden extras on the day.

Flexible by design

More photo stops, a longer lunch, a sunrise start — private format means we adapt to you.

Almatrips

A company built around one great guide

Almatrips was founded by Aknur, a certified tour guide who has spent more than five years showing travelers the canyons, lakes and high pastures around Almaty. We keep groups tiny so every trip stays personal.

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Kolsai Lake near Almaty

Frequently asked questions

How do I book and pay?

Message us on WhatsApp — we confirm availability within minutes. No prepayment is required for most tours; you pay on the day of the trip (cash, Kaspi or card).

What if there are more than 3 of us?

No problem — for groups of 4+ we arrange a comfortable minivan or a Mercedes Sprinter. Message us with your group size and we will quote a price.

Are park entrance fees included?

Yes — national park tickets, the car, fuel and hotel pickup are all included in the listed price.

What languages do the tours run in?

English and Russian. Tell us your preference when booking.

Ready for the mountains?

Tell us your dates — we will reply within minutes with a plan.

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