2-Day Tour of Altyn Emel Park, Aktau Mountains & Katuau

Katutau mountains

Singing Dunes

Highlights

Marvel at the Singing Dunes

Visit one of the largest paleontological sites in Aktau Mountains

Enjoy an evening hike in Katutau

Almaty

nature, trekking, Desert

Private Tour

2 Days

Easy

English, Russian

Description

Visit Altyn Emel Park and experience a wonderful combination of sandy desert and unique mountains in one trip. Wander about the areas around the Singing Dunes, famous for melodious sounds that are emitted due to the dry wind.

Itinerary

Day 1: Altyn Emel Park & Singing Dunes
- 08:00- Meet your local tour guide at your hotel for pick-up and transfer from Almaty.
- 12:00- Arrive at Altyn Emel Park.
- 14:00- Have lunch and drive to Singing Dune. The sound emission in this area is caused by wind passing over dunes or by walking on the sand. Hike around the vicinity before driving back to the hotel.
- 19:00- Arrive at the guest house and head for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Aktau and Katutau mountains
- 08:00- Have a hearty breakfast.
- 09:00- Depart from the hotel and drive to Aktau Mountains.
- Arrive and go for a short hike to marvel at one of the world's largest paleontological deposits.
- 14:00- Have lunch and drive to Katutau. It takes an hour to reach the spot for an evening hike.
- 17:00- Drive to Almaty.