Aktau tours is a visit to the seaside town in the south-west of Kazakhstan. Aktau is not much a resort, but rather a warm city surrounded by the desert. In Aktau you can see the only beacon in Continental Europe installed on the roof of the residential house, and pay a visit to the underground mosque Beket-Ata in the vicinity of the city; hundreds of pilgrims honor this place with a visit. There is also a unique natural attraction of Karagie hollow considered one of the lowest points in the world; it is 132 m below sea level.
One-day tour to the port city on the shores of the Caspian Sea. Rich excursion to the main sights of Aktau and walk along the embankment.
History Museum, Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, lighthouse, Mosque Beket-Ata, Taras Shevchenko Monument, Columbus La Santa Maria ship monument, oceanarium, sturgeon farm
Details1 Day | Private | All year round from US$ 90 per person
This challenging journey involves a long drive, totaling 9-10 hours on the road, covering 530 km on asphalt and an additional 60 km off-road. However, your efforts will be richly rewarded with the breathtaking views of the Bozzhyra valley. This tour is perfect for those with just one free day in Aktau who are eager to witness something truly incredible!
Bozzhyra valley
Details1 Day | Private | All year round from US$ 180 per person
One-day Torysh and Shakpak-ata Tour
A pleasant trip from Aktau to two iconic sights of Mangystau: the valley of balls Torysh, where hundreds of 2-meter round stones are scattered, and the underground mosque Shakpak-ata, carved in the picturesque rock hundreds of years ago.
Torysh ball valley, Shakpak-ata underground mosque
Details1 Day | Private | All year round from US$ 180 per person
One-day Sultan-Epe and Shakpak-ata Underground Mosques Tour
An informative journey from Aktau to two unique underground mosques in Mangystau, carved into the rocks centuries ago. Discover the beliefs and burial traditions of Kazakh nomads.
Sultan-Epe Mosque, Shakpak-ata Mosque
Details1 Day | Private | All year round from US$ 180 per person
One-day Saura Gorge and Zhygylgan Fault Tour
A great hiking option in Mangystau. Two scenic walks of 2 and 4 kilometers await you, through landscapes shaped by nature over millions of years - featuring massive rock formations, small lakes, and distant views of the Caspian Sea.
Saura Gorge, Turtle Lake, Zhygylgan Fault, Kuzdykary Lake
Details1 Day | Private | All year round from US$ 180 per person
One-day Bozzhyra Valley and Kyzylkup Tract Tour
This is a full-day trip to Mangystau’s most breathtaking destination – Bozzhyra Valley – and its neighbor, the strikingly layered Kyzylkup Tract. Out of 13 hours on tour, 10 will be spent on the road, but the remaining 3 will be truly unforgettable.
Karagie Hollow, Kyzylkup Tract, Bozzhyra Valley
Details1 Day | Private | All year round from US$ 180 per person
Two-Day Tour to the North of Aktau
Embark on a brief yet exhilarating journey to the most captivating landmarks located north of Aktau. This tour is packed with visits to the intriguing Torysh valley of stone balls, the majestic Sherkala mountain, the enchanting valley of castles Airakty, the picturesque Ybykty canyon, and other stunning sights of Mangystau. Experience a unique overnight stay in the vibrant ethno-village "Kogen," where you'll get to sleep in an authentic Kazakh yurt!
Torysh, Kok-kala, Sherkala, Airakty, Karaman-ata, Ybykty
Details2 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 370 per person
3-day Mangystau Tour - Express
A short tour, in which the most large-scale and popular attractions of Mangystau are accommodated. You will see a field of huge 3-meter balls - Torysh valley, mysterious Sherkala mountain, man-made mountains-like Airakty and the most famous place of Mangystau - majestic valley Bozzhyra with colossal cliffs and fantastic landscapes.
Torysh, Kok-kala, Sherkala, Airakty, Bozzhyra, Kyzylkup
Details3 Days | Private | Spring, summer, autumn from US$ 575 per person
3-Day Mangystau Comfort Tour (No Camping)
Enjoy the beauty of the Mangistau wilderness by day as you travel through remote landscapes in an off-road vehicle, and unwind at night in cozy accommodations with soft, clean beds. You’ll visit a massive rock collapse, a mysterious valley filled with giant stone spheres, and the awe-inspiring Bozzhyra Valley with its towering cliffs that will take your breath away.
Saura, Zhygylgan, Kapamsay, Shakpak-ata, Torysh, Bozzhyra
Details3 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 735 per person
4-Day Mangystau Comfort Tour (No Camping)
Explore the wild expanses of Mangystau by off-road vehicle, then relax each evening in the comfort of clean, soft beds - no tents required! Over four days, you’ll discover the region’s northern highlights near Aktau and venture east to its crown jewel: the breathtaking Bozzhyra Valley.
Zhygylgan, Kapamsay, Shakpak-ata, Torysh, Kok-kala, Sherkala, Samal, Airakty, Karadiirmen, Bozzhyra
Details4 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 980 per person
An exciting journey into the world of natural monuments millions of years old, similar to locations from sci-fi movies about distant space awaits you. In this tour you will see all the popular attractions of Mangystau - huge canyons and cliffs, bizarre mountains and rocks, huge stone balls and other geological structures.
Torysh, Kok-kala, Sherkala, Airakty, Karaman-ata, Ybykty, Tuzbair, Kyzylkup, Bozzhyra, Senek Dunes, Karagie Hollow
Details5 Days | Private | Spring, summer, autumn from US$ 1,025 per person
5-Day Mangystau Comfort Tour (No Camping)
Discover the alien landscapes of Mangystau in comfort! Travel by off-road vehicle across remote steppe terrain to hidden natural wonders, and spend your nights in clean, cozy beds. Over 5 days, explore the region’s most iconic sights, shaped millions of years ago by the ancient Tethys Ocean.
Zhygylgan, Kapamsay, Shakpak-ata, Torysh, Kok-kala, Sherkala, Airakty, Karadiirmen, Tuzbair, Bozzhyra, Bokty, Kyzylkup
Details5 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 1,230 per person
14-day Kazakhstan Immersion Tour
This grand journey spans from alpine lakes and canyons in the southeast to ancient Silk Road cities in the south, ending in the otherworldly landscapes of Mangystau. Explore petroglyphs, Sufi mausoleums, red deserts, and rock formations that once lay beneath an ancient sea. One route - countless worlds across Kazakhstan.
Almaty, Charyn National Park, Kolsai Lake, Kaindy Lake, Tanbaly Petroglyphs, Turkestan, Shymkent, Otrar, Astana, Burabay, Mangystau
Details14 Days | Private | April-October from US$ 2,775 per person
