ILE ALATAU NATIONAL PARK (ALMARASAN GORGE + HOT WATER SPRINGS + AYUSAI WATERFALL) – FALCON BIRD SHOW
After Breakfast at hotel, depart for city tour at 10:00 Hrs. Visit the ILE- Alatau National Park. (60 minutes ride from city) known for its serpentine road with breathtaking view of mountains. Located just south of Almaty, the country’s largest city, it serves as a gateway to the majestic Tian Shan Mountains and offers a mix of alpine landscapes, rich biodiversity, and cultural heritage. Established in1996, Approximately 200,000 hectares (2,000 km²), ranges from 600 meters to over 5,000 meters above sea level
Alma-Arasan means “Apple Spring” in Kazakh. It's a lush mountain gorge known for: Dense forests of Tien Shan spruce and wild apple trees, The Prokhodnaya River, flowing through the gorge Tranquil hiking paths with bridges, picnic spots, and panoramic views. Natural Thermal Springs These are geothermal mineral springs located deep within Alma-Arasan Gorge, past the old sanatorium area. Temperature: Around 35–45°C
Water Type: Sulfur-rich, with claimed healing properties. Access: Requires a short hike (sometimes off-path) along the river upstream from the main gorge "Ayusai Waterfall"
Location : Just west of Alma-Arasan, near the Ayusai Visitor Center (10 km from Almaty), Easily reachable by car or taxi (about 30 minutes from the city)
About the Waterfall: Beautiful two-tiered waterfall tucked into a narrow gorge Around 7–10 meters high, with crystal-clear mountain water. Surrounded by pine forests, mossy rocks, and alpine flora
Hiking Trail
A well-maintained trail with wooden steps and railings leads to the falls ~2 km round-trip from the visitor center — good for families and beginners In winter, the trail gets icy but is still accessible with proper footwear Ayusai Ecological Trail & Visitor Center Offers eco-education programs, small cafes, and occasionally guided tours Popular year-round for day trips
Enjoy PACKED Lunch
Heads towards Sunkar Bird Century. The Sunkar Falconry Center is a wildlife sanctuary and breeding center for birds of prey, particularly the endangered saker falcon, as well as other majestic raptors.
Overnight stay in ALMATY.
- Breakfast
- Sightseeing
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Hotel Stay