Big Almaty Lake (BAL)

3-4 hours
from $ 185
Ile-Alatau
National Park
Big Almaty Lake is from the category of tours "not far and very beautiful". This is the most popular tour in our city. It is included in the top 3 frequently requested trips to nature.

Would you like to see one of the most beautiful places in Kazakhstan which often acts as a brand of our country?
Then this tour is for you!
About BAL tour
Kazia Tour organizes excursions to BAL by transport (individual only) and hiking for small and large groups.

Big Almaty Lake is located in the mountains of Almaty, just 25 km from the city center. The trip to BAO takes 40 - 60 minutes.
The time of year to visit BAL is all year round.

9:00 - The guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel and you will go to the lake. On the way, you will be told about the objects that you will pass. The way to the ecological post will take about 30 minutes.
9:40 - We will change the car to climb the serpentine road.
10:00-10:30 - Visit to the lake.
10:50 - 11:10 - Visit to the waterfall.
11:10 - 12:00 - Return to the hotel.
Almaty lake
Almaty Lake is located at an altitude of approximately 2,510 meters above sea level

Price for the Almaty lake tour

The price includes: pick up and drop off hotel your hotel, entrance tickets, driver-guide.

What should you dress on,  take on Almaty lake?
  • High Quality
    A passport
  • Camera or phone
    Accessories for a photo shoot.
  • Clothes
    It is always cooler on the lake than in the city at 7°C.
  • Sun protection
    We recommend sun glasses and SPF cream.
Photo of BAL
Book a tour and get a free airoport pick up from us!
What is included in service of Kazia Tour?
Meeting at airport if booking 2 tours
Transfer to the location
Guide support
Free cancelation policy
Free cancelation of tour is available until 24 hours before your tour starts
  • Steven
    UK

    ★★★★★

    We became friends!

    We had an amazing four-day adventure, made all the more enjoyable by Gulzat's personality. Through discussion, we arrived at the perfect bespoke four-day road trip. We did everything that we wanted to do and it was fantastic that we could return to the Charyn Canyon to take photographs in better light....

  • Reka
    Hungary
    ★★★★★
    See you in Budapest!
    We spent teo days with her! She was so nice and plesent and helpful. I always felt safe. She was helpful! We spoke so much about our familiy and culture, we learned a lot from Kazakhstan! Thank you for the unfogetable experience! I recommend her to anyone! It was amazing how she can speak on three language...
  • Nao
    Japan
    ★★★★★
    We spent a great day!
    I had a great experience with my guide, Gulzat. She is very polite, kind and caring person. She replied me very quick any time. I came to Almaty from Japan alone. I was a little bit nervous before but I was very relieved by her support. She invited me to a nice riverside lunch on the way to Big Almaty Lake. I had an amazing afternoon. The lake was beautiful ....
Big Almaty Lake is a stunning high-altitude lake located in the mountains near Almaty, Kazakhstan. The lake is situated at an altitude of over 2,500 meters and is surrounded by beautiful snow-capped peaks, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers.

The lake is fed by glacial meltwater and has a bright blue-green color that is truly breathtaking. It is also home to several species of fish, including the rare Issyk-Kul trout, which is native to the region.

The lake is a protected area, and visitors are required to obtain a permit to enter. There are several hiking trails in the area that lead to the lake, including a popular 5-kilometer trail that starts at the Big Almaty Lake Observatory and takes about 2-3 hours to complete.

In addition to its natural beauty, Big Almaty Lake is also an important source of drinking water for the city of Almaty. The lake's waters are carefully monitored and protected to ensure the purity of the water supply.

Overall, Big Almaty Lake is a stunning natural wonder that is well worth a visit for anyone traveling to the region.

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