Unforgettable 3 Days Mangystau - Group Tour
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3 days
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Embark on an unforgettable 3-day adventure through the heart of Mangystau with our exclusive tour package. This immersive journey covers 9 main natural attractions, including 5 of the most visited places in Central Asia, ensuring you experience the essence of the region in all its glory. Traverse rugged landscapes and ancient sites in the comfort of our 4x4 air-conditioned jeeps, camp under the starlit sky, and indulge in the unique flavors of camel milk products, available only in Mangystau. This short yet comprehensive tour promises an unforgettable experience like no other. We believe that our tour and the services we provide are genuinely unique.
Additional Info
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
AKTAU - VALLEY OF BALLS TORYSH - JURASSIC CLAYS KOKKALA - SHERKALA MOUNT - VALLEY OF CASTLES AIRAKTY
Accommodations
You will overnight in tent camping, under the starry sky, equipped with tent, mat, sleeping bag, bedsheet & pillow
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
You'll have lunch at a local café along the way after visiting the balls.
DINNER
Dinner
The team will prepare dinner for you at the Valley of Castles camping site.
Aktau
Meetup and Departure: Your adventure begins at 10 AM when you are met either at Aktau Airport (SCO) or your hotel. From there, you'll set off on an exciting journey.
Torysh - Valley of Balls
Valley of Balls (Torysh): Your first stop is the Valley of Balls (Torysh). Here, you'll find perfectly circular and half-sliced rock formations resembling dragon eggs. You'll have lunch in this unique location.
Sherkala Mountain
Jurassic Clays (Kokkala): Next on your itinerary is a walk through the lilac remnant rocks at Jurassic Clays (Kokkala). This area is known for its interesting geological features. Sherkala Mount: You'll continue driving to Sherkala Mount, which has its own intriguing story. Some people say it looks like a yurt, while others compare it to a sleeping lion. Your guide will provide you with more information during the tour.
Airakty Castle Valley
Airakty Valley of Castles: Your next stop will be the Airakty Valley of Castles. Here, you'll encounter castle-shaped hills with spires, making for picturesque views, especially during sunset and sunrise. Camp and Stargazing: Your camp for the night will overlook the castles. After dinner, you'll have the opportunity to capture the night stars in the clear skies. As night falls, you'll have the chance to be enchanted by the mesmerizing starry sky, away from the city lights. It promises to be a breathtaking sight.
BOZJYRA DRAGON CREST - BOZJYRA MARS PANORAMA - BOZJYRA NATIONAL PARK
Accommodations
Tonight, you will overnight in the valley of Bozjyra National Park.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
The team will prepare breakfast for you before departing from Castles.
LUNCH
Lunch
You'll have a quick lunch featuring Horse sausage and different salads, offering a taste of local cuisine.
DINNER
Dinner
You will have dinner prepared by the team at the Bozjyra camping area.
Airakty Castle Valley
Morning Hike to Castles: After breakfast, your group will embark on a hike to climb up to the castles. This promises to be an adventurous and scenic journey with the reward of amazing views of the castles once you reach the top. Camp Assembly: While the group is exploring the castles, your team will assemble the camp, ensuring everything is ready for your return.
National Park Bozjyra: Next, you'll drive to the National Park Bozjyra, a natural wonderland with stunning geological formations. Lunch with Local Cuisine: On the way to the park, you'll have a quick lunch featuring Horse sausage and different salads, offering a taste of local cuisine. Bozjyra Mars Panorama: Your first stop within the park is the Bozjyra Mars Panorama. This location is said to resemble another planet with its unique and striking landscapes.
Bozjyra Dragon Crest Top View: Your journey continues to the Bozjyra Dragon Crest Top View. This mount is known for its distinctive dragon crest-like shape and is often likened to a big ship. It's a unique geological formation. We've had enough for today, and now we're heading down to the Bozzhyra camping site nestled within the National Park's stunning canyons. At this campsite, you'll be treated to a mesmerizing view of the park's magnificent beige walls. The name 'Boz,' signifying the soothing beige hue, and 'Jyra,' representing the grandeur of these natural formations, perfectly encapsulate the beauty that surrounds you.
BOZJYRA FANGS FORMATION - BOKTY MOUNT - TIRAMISU CANYON KYZYLKUP - AKTAU
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
The team will provide breakfast for you with the amazing Bozjyra view.
LUNCH
Lunch
Upon arrival in Zhanaozen, you'll have a late lunch. It's a chance to enjoy a meal and rest during your journey back.
Gora Bozzhira
Bozzhyra Fangs Formation: Following breakfast, our journey takes us to the breathtaking Bozzhyra Fangs Formation. You'll then take a 20-minute walk to reach the Bozzhyra Fangs formation viewpoint. It's a popular spot within the park, known for its stunning views.
Drive to Bokty mount: After fangs we have 2 hours driving to Bokty mount. You will enjoy a mountain that resembles an overturned ship.
Karakiya
Tiramisu Canyon Kyzylkup: Our next and last stop will be Tiramisu Canyon Kyzylkup. This might be a remote and beautiful location, providing unique landscapes for your adventure. This unique canyon is known for its striped dark brown and white colors, resembling the layers of a Tiramisu cake.
Zhanaozen
Return to Aktau: It was the last highlight of the tour, now we will return to Aktau, which will take approximately 4-5 hours by car. Lunch in Zhanaozen: Lunchtime, you'll arrive in Zhanaozen city, where you'll have a late lunch. It's a chance to enjoy a meal and rest during your journey back.
Aktau
Continuation to Aktau: After lunch, you'll have approximately 2 more hours of driving ahead of you to reach Aktau city. Arrival in Aktau: You're expected to reach Aktau city by 6 PM. Your tour will conclude, and the group will be dropped off at their respective booked hotels or at the airport for those who are departing. With hugs and farewells, your memorable tour comes to an end, leaving you with incredible memories of the diverse landscapes and experiences you've encountered in the Mangystau region.
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Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mangystau Camping Tour Is My Lifetime Best Tour
Inspire07225328584,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My two-day one-night camping trip in Mangystau was truly unforgettable. I’m deeply grateful for the thoughtful service throughout the journey. Special thanks to Guide Gunaz and Driver Kaldybay—they were attentive and responsible, always putting my comfort and safety first, caring for every detail of the trip. All the camping equipment was brand-new and well-prepared, making the trip smooth and comfortable. The starry sky at night was breathtaking, with countless stars shining brightly. I also tasted authentic local food and had in-depth communication with the team, learning a lot about the local culture. This trip was warm and meaningful. I highly recommend everyone to experience this wonderful camping journey in Mangystau.
Amazing experience in Kazakhstan
VittorioP400,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience in Kazakhstan with Redmaya Travel. Everything was well organized, the itinerary was varied, and we were able to see incredible landscapes and places that would be hard to reach on our own. We were a group of 4 friends, and the trip felt smooth and well managed from start to finish. A special mention to our driver Amir Bek, who supported the experience in a great way. He was friendly, sociable, and always available to help. He explained the landscapes clearly, shared a lot about Kazakh culture, and made the long drives enjoyable. He is also a very skilled driver, which made us feel safe at all times. Overall, a very positive experience. Highly recommended.
Amazing Tour
Passenger641096,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We’d like to thank Redmaya for arranging a great tour. Our tour of Mangystau wouldn’t have been the same without Gulnaz and Berik. From start to finish, they made the entire experience feel effortless, personal, and unforgettable. Gulnaz was an incredible guide—knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely passionate about sharing the beauty of the region. Berik, as our driver and drone operator, went above and beyond to make sure every stop was smooth and every view was captured perfectly. Together, they took us to stunning spots we’ll never forget and made sure we experienced Mangystau beyond just the usual sights. They also treated us to delicious local food, which added such a special touch to the journey. What really stood out was how friendly and easygoing they both were—our conversations along the way made the trip feel even more meaningful. They truly cared about making our experience the best it could be, even helping us get amazing photos to remember it all by. This was more than just a tour—it was a memorable adventure, and Gulnaz and Berik made it exceptional. We’ll definitely be back, and next time, we’re bringing friends.
huge group despite promise of small group sizes
lifout,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Mangystau is a very scenic and interesting place. My main complaint is the size of the tour - 17 people, which feels like you're on a big school trip, no intimacy, delays everywhere. The tour sold to me said the size of the group would be 1-9 pax. One thing I have to praise is the cook, an older lady what was preparing absolutely delicious meals. Would I recommend Mangystau? Yes. But with an operator who runs smaller groups.
An unforgettable experience
tizi38,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We actually chose the 8-day tour. It was great, the RedMaya organization perfect: preparation, guidance, drivers, cook, everything much appreciated. We visited places of incredible beauty, not frequented by mass tourism. I'm over 70 and it was a bit tiring to do so many kilometers off the road, on rough tracks and sleep in the tents that were set up every night. But it was absolutely worth it.
Out-worldly trip in Mangystau!
Claudio D,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nurdiyar was an amazing driver and guide. He is a well travelled and very knowledgeable guide with perfect command of many languages, which allows him to communicate and translate both, culture and language easily. Because of this, and his hospitality, the tour felt like going around with a friend more than having a random person driving us that is just trying to complete a task. (Also the car was a beautiful Toyota, very spacious and the most comfortable for this type of terrain, you would barely feel the bumps in the road) The tour itself takes you around Mangystau for three days through astonishing locations. During this time I didn’t have to worry about anything, since they provided comfortable tents, sleeping bags and three plentiful delicious meals per day. The fact they had all the básicas covered and I didn’t have to worry about anything, allowed me to concentrate on just enjoying the out-worldly sights and the landscape of Mangystau. Thank you Nurdiyar!
Truly Unforgettable!
skoushik333,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As the name says, the tour was unforgettable! I was fortunate enough to be accompanied by quite a few travellers in the same group and also lucky enough to visit the first edition of Ak Maya festival - which wasn't originally part of the tour but quickly included! The tour guides Diana and Moldir were fantastic showcasing everything that the region has to offer and making it extremely comfortable for everyone around. My driver Azu was very cool too! 😎 I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants a backpacking experience in what is still a very remote and interesting place!
Incredible scenery
Dplumbley,Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organised tour, with 2 vehicles and tent camping. It requires some long driving, but the sights are worth it. It is also amazing that you often have the sights to yourself. The tour guide Diana was friendly and well prepared. Highly recommended.
Unforgettable trip
Luk 1991,Jun 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005 days Tour in mangystau desert is something amazing, and hard to put into words. Its been an unforgettable trip, every moment was filled with beauty, laughter, and genuine connection. I’ll carry these memories with me always.
It’s unforgettable indeed
Jingwen X,May 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The views were magnificent, and RedMaya team tried their best to make it a great trip for us. We even had two cooks accompanying us! Our guide Azret was very friendly and helpful, and I never felt unsafe throughout the whole trip. But this is out in the wild, so be prepared for physical discomfort. The roads are so bumpy they shouldn't even be called roads, and I took motion sickness pills everyday. Also, expect spending 8-9 hours out there without encountering a single toilet. If you are fine with all that, then you shall not regret taking the trip. It's truly a landscape from Mars.
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