Multi Day Group Tour to 18 Natural Attractions in Mangystau

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Spend seven days exploring the unique wonders of Mangystau, Kazakhstan. Unbelievable canyons, remnants of the dried Tethys Ocean, await your discovery.

Highlights

  • Bozjyra national park & Bozjyra all 3 panoramas
  • Valle of balls & castles
  • Tiramisu canyon Kyzylkup & bokty mount
  • Shakpak ata underground mosque & Jigilgan fallen earth
  • Tuzbair salt flat & Ybyk porous canyon

Description

Day 1: Explore Zhygylgan Cape and Shakpak-Ata Underground Mosque (X-XIII Centuries). Meet at 10 AM at Aktau Airport or hotel. Lunch in Taushyk Town. Enjoy panoramic views and ancient lion footprints. Stay at Shakpak-Ata Mosque guesthouse. Experience Kazakh tea time and stargazing away from city lights. Day 2: Explore Mangystau's Natural Wonders: Torysh Valley, Jurassic Clays of Kokkala, Sherkala Mount, and Airakty Valley of Castles. Breakfast at 8 AM, visit Shakpak Ata Mosque. Marvel at circular rock formations in Valley of Balls. Lunch amidst unique landscapes. Walk through Jurassic Clays. Discover Sherkala Mount's intriguing features. Explore Airakty Valley of Castles. Camp overlooking the castles, enjoy stargazing after dinner. Day 3: Discover Kazakhstan's Hidden Gems - From Karaman Ata Underground Mosque to Porous Gorge Ybyk, ending with a Yurt Village Experience. Morning hike to castles with scenic views. Camp assembly while exploring. Lunch at Karaman Ata Mosque. Explore the biggest underground mosque. Drive to Porous Gorge Ybyk, a unique natural wonder. Arrival at Yurt Village for a cultural experience. Dinner prepared by local chef Alfiya. Accommodation in shared yurts (5 beds) or single supplement option. Refresh with a shower before dinner. Day 4: Explore Mangystau's Natural Wonders - from Salt Flat Tuzbair to Tiramisu Canyon Kyzylkup. Depart after breakfast for Tuzbair. Refuel in town en route. Lunch by the salt flat, with photo opportunities on the snow-white field. Visit the White Big Arch and white limestone canyons. Drive to Tiramisu Canyon Kyzylkup for unique landscapes. Arrive in Kyzylkup by 8 PM, dinner and overnight stay. Day 5: Explore Bozjyra Fangs Formation, Bozjyra Dragon Crest, and Bozjyra Mars Panorama. Early risers can catch the sunrise. After breakfast, assemble camp. Walk through Tiramisu Canyon, known for its striped colors. Visit Beket Ata mausoleum. Drive to National Park Bozjyra. Enjoy lunch with local cuisine. Explore Bozjyra Mars Panorama and Bozjyra Dragon Crest Top View. Reach Bozzhyra Fangs viewpoint for stunning vistas. Set up camp overlooking beige walls of the park. Day 6: Explore Ustyurt Preserve - Bozjyra Valley, Bozjyra Canyon. Start with an off-road adventure after breakfast, covering 90 km to reach the preserve. Set up camp overlooking Bozjyra Valley, a stunning setting for the evening. Witness the sunset over the 15 km salt flat, a photographer's delight. Day 7: Morning in Bozjyra National Park - Return to Aktau City. Capture sunrise over Bozjyra Valley. Enjoy breakfast at camp. Begin 4-5 hour drive back to Aktau, reflecting on tour highlights. Have a late lunch in Zhanaozen city. Continue 2-hour drive to Aktau. Arrive in Aktau by 6 PM, tour concludes. Drop-off at hotels or airport for departures. Bid farewell to a memorable tour filled with diverse landscapes and experiences.

Includes

English-speaking local guide Three meals per day (local food cooking) Four nights of tent camping (all tools included) One night's accommodation in a Yurt One night's stay in a guesthouse near the mosque Meeting and departure services Accident insurance coverage All entrance fees included Complimentary camel milk products 220V generator Bio shower and toilet Satellite phone

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