Explore Big Almaty Lake’s stunning alpine views and savor legendary Aport apples in Almaty’s iconic apple garden.
Explore Big Almaty Lake’s stunning alpine views and savor legendary Aport apples in Almaty’s iconic apple garden.
- Big Almaty Lake - The first stop is Big Almaty Lake, located about an hour’s drive from Almaty City. Along the journey, travelers will enjoy the stunning views of majestic mountains, dense pine forests, and scenic landscapes. Upon reaching Big Almaty Lake, visitors will marvel at how this large lake was formed atop the mountain centuries ago. This…
- Big Almaty Lake - The first stop is Big Almaty Lake, located about an hour’s drive from Almaty City. Along the journey, travelers will enjoy the stunning views of majestic mountains, dense pine forests, and scenic landscapes. Upon reaching Big Almaty Lake, visitors will marvel at how this large lake was formed atop the mountain centuries ago. This natural alpine reservoir is situated in the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, 15 km south of Almaty’s center in Kazakhstan, at an elevation of 2,511 meters above sea level. As the lake is explored, its color is observed to shift from light blue to deep dark, depending on the sunlight’s intensity.
- Almaty Region - The next destination is the Almaty apple garden. Aport apples are a significant symbol of Almaty, the cultural heart of Kazakhstan. The city is often associated with the large red apple. The “aport” variety, cultivated in Almaty at the base of the Tien Shan Mountains and nearby forests, is emblematic of the city. Visitors are treated to an engaging story about the origins of the Aport apple, set against the backdrop of beautiful landscapes.

- Eco taxi to the end of the big Almaty lake
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Guide service
- Eco taxi to the end of the big Almaty lake
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Guide service
- Lunch
- Lunch
Delight in the stunning views of Big Almaty Lake. Following this, explore the Almaty apple garden, set against the picturesque backdrop of the Almaty mountains, and savor the authentic and legendary Aport apple.
The adventure begins with a visit to Big Almaty Lake, located approximately an hour’s drive from Almaty City. En route, enjoy the breathtaking…
Delight in the stunning views of Big Almaty Lake. Following this, explore the Almaty apple garden, set against the picturesque backdrop of the Almaty mountains, and savor the authentic and legendary Aport apple.
The adventure begins with a visit to Big Almaty Lake, located approximately an hour’s drive from Almaty City. En route, enjoy the breathtaking mountain views, dense pine forests, and scenic landscapes. Big Almaty Lake is a natural alpine reservoir situated in the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, 15 km south of Almaty’s center in Kazakhstan, at an elevation of 2,511 meters above sea level.
The next stop is the Almaty apple garden. The Aport apple is a significant emblem of Almaty, the cultural heart of Kazakhstan. Almaty is famously linked with the large red apple. The “Aport” apple, a unique variety cultivated in Almaty at the base of the Tien Shan Mountains and nearby forests, stands as one of the city’s iconic symbols.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.