Hotel Pick-up in Almaty
• Early departure with professional guide
• Scenic drive across steppes and semi-desert landscapes toward Altyn-Emel National Park
Altyn-Emel National Park
• Established in 1996 to protect rare desert and mountain ecosystems
• Historically crossed by Silk Road caravans traveling between China and Central Asia
• Home to diverse wildlife, including kulans (wild asses) and gazelles
Singing Dunes (Aigaiqum)
• A natural sand dune rising nearly 150 meters high
• Produces a mysterious humming or singing sound when sand shifts in dry weather
• Considered sacred by locals and admired by travelers for centuries
Scenic Viewpoints & Desert Walk
• Panoramic views of the Ili River valley and surrounding mountains
• Time to walk on the dunes and experience the unique acoustic phenomenon
Optional Stops (Time Permitting)
• Ancient burial mounds and petroglyph sites reflecting early nomadic cultures
• Geological formations shaped by wind and time
Free Time & Photography
• Capture surreal desert scenery and endless horizons

Return to Almaty / Overnight Option
• Evening return or overnight near the park depending on tour format