Big Almaty Lake transfer directly to the lake. No hiking
Overview
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6 hours
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Enjoy the incredibly beautiful scenery of the big Almaty lake without hiking. Our tour provide all transfers directly to the lake round trip.
First, we will visit Big Almaty Lake, which is about a 1 hour drive from Almaty City. On the way to the lake, you will observe the beautiful mountains, crowded pine trees, and landscape. Big Almaty Lake is a natural alpine reservoir. It is located in the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, 15 km south of the center of Almaty in Kazakhstan. The lake is 2511 meters above sea level.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Big Almaty Lake
First, we will visit Big Almaty Lake, which is about a 1 hour drive from Almaty City. On the way to the lake, you will observe the beautiful mountains, crowded pine trees, and landscape. Upon arriving at The Big Almaty Lake, you will wonder how it was formed as a Big Lake on the top of the mountain hundreds of years ago. Big Almaty Lake is a natural alpine reservoir. It is located in the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, 15 km south of the center of Almaty in Kazakhstan. The lake is 2511 meters above sea level. During the exploration of the lake, everyone would easily notice the color of the lake change according to the intensity of sunlight from light blue to heavy dark.
Next, our journey takes us to the Alamty apple garden. Aport is one of the most important symbols of Almaty, the cultural capital of Kazakhstan. The city of Almaty is always associated with a large red apple. A special variety of apple called "aport", grown in Almaty at the foot of the Tien Shan Mountains and the surrounding forests, is one of the symbols of the city. You are fully provided with a interesting story of origins apple Aport with beautiful landscapes
What‘s Included
Eco taxi to the end of the big Almaty lake
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide service
Lunch
Options
Big Almaty Lake and Legandary Almaty Apple Garden
Reviews
53 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
Albert A,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice tour with Karina. She is knowledgeable helpful, and approachable. East and west Karina is the best
HAPPY :)
Anne B,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Big Lake tour was not successful because it was very foggy, which was quite disappointing. However, we were fortunate to have a tour guide like Carina, who was absolutely lovely, kind, and very attentive. The disappointment we felt from not being able to see Big Lake was eased by how excellent and professional she was as a tour guide. I truly hope all tour guides are like her. There are times when the weather simply doesn’t cooperate, but when a tour is handled by a professional guide, I’m sure, just like us, guests are willing to book again and try their luck another time, because the overall tour experience was still a good one.
Almaty the best
karlmichaelz2026,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This wonderful tour won’t be memorable without KARINA! East to West, Karina is the best!
Amazing Almaty Lake
Kathleen A,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed our Almaty lake with our funny and entertaining tour guide Nurtas. He speak very well in English. He entertain us wi the his mini concert inside our van on our way back to the City. He make our trip fun and entertaining. Thank you Panda Travel
my experience in big almaty lake
jennilynbasco m,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00the most beautiful lake i see in almaty and so peaceful and we have cool tourist guide name nurtas this is the wonderful tour thank you
We had an amazing...
Camille D,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing experience on this tour! Our guide was incredibly friendly, funny, and made the whole trip so enjoyable despite the freezing cold. He was very patient and never rushed us, always waiting with a smile while we took photos and enjoyed the views. His humor kept the mood light and fun the entire time. Highly recommended!
It was so nice for...
Velmurugan K,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It was so nice for photoshoot. Luckily on that day we experienced snow. Panda travels good. I am highly recommend her
Wonderful lake
DywaD P,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Its a wonderful lake with the best guide, Rustam. He is really helpful, friendly and fun! So glad could come there.
Stunning Day Trip to Big Almaty Lake
Ramsheed V,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My trip to Big Almaty Lake with Panda Travels was truly magical. I loved the place so much—it felt like a real fairy-tale scene. The whole experience was smooth, relaxing, and unforgettable. Highly recommended!”
Majestic Big Almaty
686reint,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was an amazing guide, friendly, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. He even gave us the best apple in Almaty, one we couldn’t find anywhere, not even at the Green Bazaar. We still miss that apple! The tour was smooth, fun, and full of great views of Big Almaty ♥️🥹
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