2 Day Aral Sea Eco Tour with Yurt Stay from Nukus
Overview
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2 days
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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
What To Expect
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.
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.
Options
2 Day Aral Sea Eco Tour with Yurt Stay from Nukus
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Accommodation in the Yurt
Toyota Land Cruiser/Prado (120/150)
Dinner
Breakfast
Museum in Muynak
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Related Experiences
Operated by Aral Sea Discovery