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Issyk Lake

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Issyk Lake Tours

Join a small group or book a private jeep. Organized trips often include nearby waterfalls and museums.

Family posing next to a bear statue near a waterfall at Issyk Lake.Best value

Day trip10 h4.0 (1)Free cancellation

Issyk Lake and Bear Waterfall Day Tour in Almaty

Escape from the the city and enjoy a refreshing day surrounded by mountains, forests, and crystal-clear air. This tour takes you to the stunning Issyk Lake and the...

  • Entrance fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide

From$35per person

Best for: budget conscious nature lovers

Tour group holding Kazakhstan flag by the scenic Issyk Lake.Most booked

Combo9 h to 10 h4.8 (97)Free cancellation

Small-Group Tour: Lake Issyk with Turgen (Bear) Waterfall

Discover the perfect mix of light adventure and breathtaking nature on this full-day tour from Almaty. Travel in comfort with a small group and enjoy a well-organized...

  • National park admission
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Bottled water

From$45per person

Best for: balanced adventure and sightseeing

Observatory domes at Assy Plateau under a dramatic cloudy sunset sky.Top rated

Combo8 h4.9 (36)Free cancellation

Assy Plateau and Issyk lake and Bear Turgen Waterfall Jeep Tour

Discover three of Kazakhstan's most diverse natural landscapes in one unforgettable day from Almaty — all in the comfort of a 4x4 Jeep. Start at the vast Assy Plateau —...

  • National parks entrance fees
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes

From$90per person

Best for: 4x4 landscape exploration

Waterfall flowing down a rugged, rocky cliff face.

Combo7 h to 9 h4.9 (17)Free cancellation

Issyk Lake & Bear waterfall in Turgen Gorge + Golden Man museum day tour

Issyk and Turgen Gorges are one of the key and most comfortable destinations to travel from Almaty. The one-way drive will take around 1.5 hour from the city. Amazing...

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide

From$114per person

Best for: culture and nature combo

Tour photo

Private tour4 h5.0 (10)Free cancellation

Issyk lake half - day tour

Do you want to see a lake that competes with the beauty of the bright blue sky? Then book this tour! Issyk (“a door” from the Kazakh language) and its like a door to...

  • Eco-park entrance fee
  • Professional guide
  • All Fees and Taxes

From$142per person

Best for: quick private scenic getaway

Tour photo

Private tour6 h to 9 h4.9 (9)Free cancellation

Almaty: Jeep Private Huns Ethno Village & Issyk Lake Day Tour

At 10:00 AM, hotel pick-up by comfortable jeep or SUV. Drive to Huns Ethno Village takes about 1 hour. From 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM: cultural program including the...

  • Private transportation
  • Scenic journey to Issyk Lake
  • Cooking masterclass

From$190per person

Best for: cultural immersion and private comfort

Tour prices change based on season and platform.

What will it cost your group?

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OptionViator totalGetYourGuide total
issyk lake & waterfall$35Compare
lake & turgen waterfall$45Compare
assy plateau jeep tour$90Compare
lake, waterfall & museum$114Compare
issyk lake half-day$142Compare
huns village & lake$190Compare

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Compare tour durations and included stops.

OptionDurationViator fromGetYourGuide fromRatingBest for
issyk lake & waterfall10 h$35Compare4.0 (1)budget conscious nature lovers
lake & turgen waterfall9 h to 10 h$45Compare4.8 (97)balanced adventure and sightseeing
assy plateau jeep tour8 h$90Compare4.9 (36)4x4 landscape exploration
lake, waterfall & museum7 h to 9 h$114Compare4.9 (17)culture and nature combo
issyk lake half-day4 h$142Compare5.0 (10)quick private scenic getaway
huns village & lake6 h to 9 h$190Compare4.9 (9)cultural immersion and private comfort

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Ticket questions

Do tours include the national park fee?

Most tours include the 500 KZT Ile-Alatau National Park eco-fee. Check your specific booking to confirm.

Do tours pick up from hotels?

Private tours usually offer hotel pickup in Almaty. Group tours often require meeting at a central point.

Can I buy food on the tour?

Food options are limited at the lake itself. Many full-day tours stop at a local trout farm for lunch.

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Recent reviews

4.9

9 reviews of the huns village & lake on Viator

Amazing tour. Professionally organized and coordinated. Our guide Yeldar with his friendly and proactive approach, did great job, telling a lot of information about places we visited and about the country.
P6271TSbartekp2026-09Viator
I was extremely satisfied with the tour. I feel especially lucky to have had Yeldar as our guide. He was incredibly dedicated and agile, moving around like a flying squirrel as he expertly led and looked after us throughout the tour. He was responsible, trustworthy, and genuinely decent. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone.
yuhaj20262026-09Viator
The experience was awesome. Our tour guide was Jibek. She picked us up early morning. Then we started. She walked with us on every trail. She was there every time when we need her. She even stopped the car couple of times on my request for landscape photography. And the food suggestion we received from her - that’s awesome. It seems that we were travelling with friends, not strangers. Thank you Jibek.
dwaipayanb20182026-10Viator
huns village & lakefrom $190 on Viator
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