Private Tour

2 Day Aral Sea Eco Tour with Yurt Stay from Nukus

Overview

Available languages

German

English

Italian

French

Spanish

2 days

Mobile ticket

This private eco tour to the Aral Sea is designed and operated by a local team with deep regional expertise, without intermediaries. You travel in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle with an experienced local driver who knows the route, terrain, and conditions of this remote region.

The journey focuses on authentic experiences: visiting Muynak and the Ship Cemetery, reaching the present-day shoreline of the Aral Sea, and spending the night in a traditional yurt camp located in a quiet natural setting.

A multilingual audio guide and written materials are provided, allowing travelers to explore each location at their own pace without a mandatory in-person guide. The itinerary can be customized depending on interests, season, and weather conditions. This tour is ideal for independent travelers seeking a flexible, immersive, and thoughtfully organized experience.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Day 1

Nukus - Aral Sea

Accommodations

Authentic Karakalpak yurts with panoramic views of the retreating Aral Sea and comfortable amenities.

Food and Drinks

LUNCH

Lunch

Traditional Karakalpak lunch in a local family home, featuring homemade dishes and regional specialties.

DINNER

Dinner

Traditional dinner at the yurt camp with local cuisine

Muynak

- Departure from Nukus in the morning by 4×4 vehicle. - Muynak: Ship Cemetery and local museum visit. - Lunch with traditional Karakalpak cuisine in Muynak. - Desert landscapes & nomadic cemetery with photo stops. - Aral Sea shoreline: walk, photos, and optional swimming (seasonal). - Arrival at Besqala Yurt Camp: sunset views, dinner, overnight in yurts.

1.0 day(s) • Admission Not Applicable

Day 2

Aral Sea - Nukus

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Buffet-style breakfast at the yurt camp

LUNCH

Lunch

In Cafe

Breakfast at Besqala Yurt Camp. - Kurgancha-Kala: ruins of an ancient caravan fortress. - KS-7 settlement: local life, camels, tasting traditional shubat. - Sudochie Lake: birdwatching and visit to a fisherman’s house. - Lunch at a local café. - Mizdakhan Necropolis on the way back. - Return to Nukus in the evening.

1.0 day(s) • Admission Not Applicable