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Mangystau 3 Days Group Tour

Nomads Life -Tour Manager 24.02.2025

Description

Mangystau is a breathtaking region in western Kazakhstan, known for its surreal landscapes, ancient history, and spiritual heritage. Often referred to as the “Kazakh Wild West,” it features vast deserts, dramatic canyons, white limestone mountains, and the famous Valley of Balls (Torysh) with its mysterious spherical rock formations. The region is also home to sacred underground mosques like Beket-Ata and Shakpak-Ata, attracting pilgrims and travelers alike.

Period: March to the end October  

Individuals dates available on request

Group size:  1-9 persons

Highlights:

 
  • Valley of balls Torysh
  • Jurassic clays Kokkala
  • Sherkala Mount
  • Valley of castles Airakty
  • Bokty Mount
  • Tiramisu canyon Kyzylkup
  •  Bozjyra fangs formation
  • Bozjyra dragon crest
  •  Bozjyra mars panorama

IMPORTANT NOTICE!

To respect Kazakh culture and religious traditions, our tours are entirely alcohol-free.

Additionally, in the event of extreme weather conditions such as storms, heavy rain, or strong winds, the group may need to relocate from the camp to the nearest guesthouse for safety. Please note that accommodation costs in such cases will be at the travelers’ expense.

What’s not included?

  • Visa fees
  • International and domestic airfare
  • Accommodation on arrival and departure days
  • Tips for guide and drivers
 

Included

  • Guide
  • Meal
  • English speaking local guide
  • Three meals per day (local food cooking)
  • Stay-Two nights of tent camping (tent, sleeping bag, pillow, bedsheet);
  • Additional – Accident insurance coverage
  • All entrance fees included
  • Complimentary camel milk products
  • Pick-up in Aktau at 8:30AM (Pick-up from airport at 8AM) Drop-off in Aktau at 8PM From the hotel or airport

Tour itinerary

Pickup from Hotel/Airport –  Shakpak Ata – Torysh – Kokala – Sherkala – Airakty

210 km on road & 90 km off-road [05:40:00]

8:00 AM: Pickup from Airport or from your hotel

1st: Shakpak Ata Underground Mosque

  • Visit Shakpak Ata, a centuries-old underground mosque carved into the cliffs, revered as one of Mangystau’s sacred pilgrimage sites.

*For Summer season: Lunch at the Sartas Visitor Center by the seaside, followed by 1 extra hour rest with refreshing cold drinks and Wi-Fi, before continuing the journey in cooler weather as midday temperatures can reach up to 45 °C.

Second Stop:Torysh – Valley of Balls

  • Explore the mysterious ball-shaped rock formations, a geological wonder that sparks curiosity and amazement.

Third Stop: Kokala – Jurassic Clays

  • Marvel at the colorful purple gorge and ancient geological formations at Kokala.

Fourth Stop: Sherkala Mount (panoramic view)

  • Visit Sherkala, known as the “Sphinx of Mangystau,” with its unique yurt-shaped appearance.

Fifth Stop: Airakty – Valley of Castle-Shaped Mounts

  • Walk through the castle-shaped mountains of Airakty and camp overnight under the stars in the dramatic desert landscape.

Meal: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Tent Camping

DAY 2: Airakty – Zhanaozen – Kyzylkup (Tiramisu) Canyon – Bokty Mount – Bozjyra Under Fangs Formation

210 km on-road & 110 km off-road [05:30:00]

  • 1st stop: Zhanozen City
    Lunch at the Adal cafe, Refuel and Market stop.
    *For Summer season: 1 extra hour rest at Adal cafe with refreshing cold drinks and Wi-Fi, before continuing the journey in cooler weather as midday temperatures can reach up to 45 °C.
  • 2nd stop: Kyzylkup (Tiramisu) Canyon
    Visit the colorful Tiramisu Canyon, known for its layered mountains that resemble the dessert. The vibrant red, yellow, and orange hues make this a visually stunning location for exploration and photography.
  • 3rd stop: Bokty Mount
    Head to Bokty Mountain, an isolated and fortress-like formation that rises dramatically from the steppe. The unique shape and colors make this a must-see stop for nature enthusiasts.
  • Camping: Bozjyra Under Fang Formations
    Spend an unforgettable night camping beneath the towering Fangs, surrounded by silence and starry skies.

    Meal: Breakfast, Snack lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation: Tent Camping

Bozjyra Middle Part:Upper view of Fang Formations – Mars Panorama – Dragon Crest Panorama – Back to Aktau

210 km on-road & 40 km off-road [04:15:00]

1st stop: Bozjyra Middle Part:Upper view of Fang Formations

  • Start your day with a visit to the famous Bozjyra Fangs Formation, where you can walk around these towering limestone formations that dominate the landscape. This is one of the most recognizable natural landmarks in Mangystau.

2nd stop: Mars Panorama

  • Admire Bozjyra’s otherworldly cliffs that look like the surface of a distant planet from above.

3rd stop: Dragon Crest

  • Dragon Crest – a jagged limestone ridge of Bozjyra that resembles the spine of a mythical dragon, the perfect place to end the day with unforgettable views before returning to home.

Final destination: Return to Aktau

  • After a day of exploration, drive back to Aktau City to conclude your journey.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch (No Dinner)

Accommodation: None (End of Trip)

Tour Map

Tour Prices

Per person –  From 670 $ 

Guaranteed departure – even for one person

Available tour booking dates

Start DateEnd DateStatusUSD Per Pax
Sat, 21 Mar 2026Mon, 23 Mar 2026Available$670
Fri, 10 Apr 2026Sun, 12 Apr 2026Available$670
Thu, 23 Apr 2026Sat, 25 Apr 2026Available$670
Sat, 02 May 2026Mon, 04 May 2026Available$670
Sat, 16 May 2026Mon, 18 May 2026Available$670
Sat, 23 May 2026Mon, 25 May 2026Available$670
Sat, 13 Jun 2026Mon, 15 Jun 2026Available$670
Fri, 19 Jun 2026Sun, 21 Jun 2026Available$670
Sat, 27 Jun 2026Mon, 29 Jun 2026Available$670
Fri, 03 Jul 2026Sun, 05 Jul 2026Available$670
Sat, 11 Jul 2026Mon, 13 Jul 2026Available$670
Sat, 18 Jul 2026Mon, 20 Jul 2026Available$670
Sat, 01 Aug 2026Mon, 03 Aug 2026Available$670
Fri, 14 Aug 2026Sun, 16 Aug 2026Available$670
Fri, 28 Aug 2026Sun, 30 Aug 2026Available$670
Sat, 05 Sep 2026Mon, 07 Sep 2026Available$670
Fri, 11 Sep 2026Sun, 13 Sep 2026Available$670
Sat, 19 Sep 2026Mon, 21 Sep 2026Available$670
Sat, 26 Sep 2026Mon, 28 Sep 2026Available$670
Fri, 10 Oct 2026Sun, 12 Oct 2026Available$670
Fri, 23 Oct 2026Sun, 25 Oct 2026Available$670
Sat, 31 Oct 2026Mon, 02 Nov 2026Available$670

 

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