Highlights
- Explore the beauty of Ile-Alatau National Park on horseback
- Ride through birch, spruce and pine forests surrounded by mountain scenery
- Immerse yourself in a high-altitude pine forest with stunning views
- Enjoy a relaxed 2.5-hour horseback journey through changing mountain landscapes
- Benefit from round-trip transfers from Almaty and a tour
Description
Begin your adventure with a pickup from the city. Head to the Ile-Alatau National Park. Get a safety briefing and basic riding instructions.
Ride through the breathtaking landscapes of Ile-Alatau National Park, where mountain trails lead you across lush green meadows, quiet forest paths, and panoramic viewpoints. This experience is more than just a horseback ride — it’s a journey into the heart of the mountains.
Along the Zhailau route, you’ll travel through dramatic gorges filled with fresh alpine air and ever-changing landscapes, where every turn reveals a new view worth remembering.
There is a difference between riding through a national park and simply riding over open hills. Our horseback journey takes you deep into the protected landscapes of Ile-Alatau National Park, where the scenery changes throughout the entire route. Ride through beautiful birch, spruce and pine forests, pass wild apple trees and peaceful mountain streams, and enjoy natural shade from the surrounding hills. This is not a ride across exposed steppe or barren slopes with the same view for hours. Here, the mountains surround you, the landscape constantly changes, and nature becomes part of the journey. We don't simply take you to the mountains — we take you into them. This is a true Ile-Alatau horseback journey.
At the end of the ride, enjoy traditional hospitality with tea and baursaks.
After your ride, return to your drop-off point in Almaty.
An English-speaking guide will be with you all the time.
This experience is perfect for beginners — previous horse riding experience is not required. The ride is designed as a relaxed scenic journey rather than a fast-paced horseback ride. We travel at a calm walking pace, with no galloping or jumping, allowing first-time riders to feel comfortable and gain confidence in the saddle. Before we start, you will receive clear instructions, and our guides will stay with you throughout the entire journey. Our calm, well-trained horses are accustomed to beginners and are selected to provide a safe and enjoyable experience.
Includes
Horses provided for 2.5 hours
National park entrance fees are included in the price
Basic riding instructions
Helmets and raincoats provided in case of rain
Round-trip transfer from Almaty
At the end of the ride, enjoy traditional hospitality with tea and baursaks
English speaking horse guide will be with you all the time
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
