Join one of our group expeditions to Kazakhstan

Experience the life of Kazakh semi-nomads on horseback

Horseback treks in the mountains of Kazakhstan

Join us for an unforgettable trek in the most authentic corners of the Tian Shan mountains, meeting semi-nomads and their livestock. Overnight stays in yurts, traditional meals, encounters with herders, and breathtaking landscapes.

Dates for 2026 Horse Treks

Winter 2026

January 21-23 (3 days)*
February 19-22 (4 days) *
February 27-March 1 (3 days) *

*group of up to 3 people

Spring 2026

May 2-6 (5 days)
May 28-June 1 (5 days)

Summer 2026

June 9-13 (5 days)
June 26-28 (3 days)
July 6-12 (7 days)
July 19-25 (7 days)
August 25-29 (5 days)

Fall 2026

September 7-11 (5 days)
September 25-27 (3 days)

A “safari” in the Kazakh desert

Expedition by jeep to Mangystau (Aktau)

3 to 6 days, on request

  • Explore the depths of the ancient Tethys Ocean, with fossils dating back tens of millions of years
  • Meet camels, urials, and gazelles
  • Discover erosion landscapes straight out of a science fiction movie
  • Connect with the history of Islam in Kazakhstan by visiting sacred sites in the middle of the desert
A total disconnection in Taiga

Trekking to Mount Belukha in the Altai Mountains

July 11 to 17, 2026
July 27 to August 2, 2026

  • Forget everyday life in Kazakh Taiga during 7 days, at the foot of the sacred Belukha mountain, on the border with Russia.
  • Experience it all: horse back riding, trekking, traditional meals, and more
  • Camp at the first and only base camp near the majestic Belukha Mountain
An off-road trip to the most beautiful lakes and canyons of Almaty

Jeep tour in the Almaty region

from 4 days, on request

  • Lakes, mountains, canyons, steppe, dunes - discover all the diversity of the region in an all-terrain vehicle
  • Stay with local families and enjoy delicious homemade food
  • Leave with the impression of having visited a dozen countries in a single region
An immersion in the cultural diversity of East Kazakhstan

Jeep tour in Katon-Karagay Park and in the Altai Mountains

June 21-27, 2026
(possibility to add dates)

  • Discover the cultural and spiritual heritage of the region: visit the saka kurgans, meet a shaman, and stay in an Old Believer village.
  • Explore the rich diversity of its still wild and powerful landscapes.
  • Feel a quieter, more meaningful connection to yourself and the world.
The best option if you only have one week in Kazakhstan

Authentic experience of the Almaty region

April 13-19, 2026
(possibility to add dates)

  • Live in a Kazakh ethno-village with full cultural immersion
  • Embark on an jeep expedition through the Almaty region’s contrasts: deserts, canyons, mountain lakes
  • Nights and meals in locals’ houses and cozy yurts, to discover the Kazakh way of life
  • Ride into the Tian Shan mountains on a horse trek
An adventure as close as possible to nature

Trekking in the Tien Shan Mountains

From 1 to 5 days, on request

  • Get to the closest to the Tien Shan Mountains in the Almaty region
  • Stay in a mountaineering camp and/or camping
  • Itineraries adapted to the physical condition of the participants
  • Mountain climbing and mountaineering possible for experienced travelers

Do you have a travel plan?

You dream of a photo trip, of a trek by motorbike or of an expedition to the end of the world ?
Tell us what you have in mind and the landscapes you want to explore — mountains, steppes, deserts...
Our team will help you imagine, plan and live the adventure of your dreams.

‍Write to us now and start your next big trip!

Meet other travelers that opened themselves to the experience

It's amazing how every visitor we have is just an amazing human being
I loved planning my trip with Kristin. Over the phone, she understood what I was looking for and quickly advised me on what I could do with the budget I had. She prepared my trip in advance and adapted it according to the weather and my requests. It's a real Kazakhstan that I was able to discover thanks to her. Filled with wonderful people, unforgettable nature and delicious food. She found guides and excursions that were extremely beautiful, while allowing me to experience them in a local way. My favorites were an unforgettable horseback ride through the mountains, and the wilderness of Eastern Kazakhstan. I was able to discover a country and a culture in the most beautiful way, and I can only recommend that you put your trust in her.
Typhaine
Belgium
A huge thank you for all your help. My brother and I had an amazing experience and it wouldn’t have been possible without you. You are an excellent ambassador and guide for Kazakhstan. We are extremely grateful!
Adam
United Kingdom
Many thanks again to you for this memorable trip, what a wonderful experience, authentic and purely local, spontaneous and so rich in emotions. I'm so grateful to have found you to organize this trip and thank you for being superb travel companions, more than guides. Kristin, thank you for listening to my needs from our very first conversation in planning the trip, for sharing your passion for this magnificent country and its culture, for your patience in translating the most hilarious conversations and for your genuine care, kindness and sensitiveness. More than a guide, I met a friend whom I feel I've known all my life.
Aurelia
United Arab Emirates
Thank you for your precious advice, we had some wonderful adventures and experiences thanks to you! Kazakhstan is beautiful, and the people who live there are incredible which makes your country so special and touching 🥰 We have a lot to learn from you in the way you welcome people and love them. We come away refreshed and happy from this magnificent experience with you! THANK YOU
Natania
Switzerland
My trip to Kazakhstan was an incredible initiatory experience. I lived a great adventure, in complete safety. I was able to discover the beauty of the country through its mountains, steppes, canyons, horses and, above all, the people I met throughout my stay. I'll particularly remember the 2 days I spent exploring the mountains on horseback and getting out of my comfort zone, which allowed me to meet even more people. Kristin knows all the tricks of the trade and has established a solid network around her.
Lucie
France
Thank you for organizing this superb Kazakh adventure. You created a tailor-made trip that corresponded to what I wanted. You made me go on a real adventure, you made me discover authentic Kazakhstan with its local culture. It was the occasion for many 1st times: 1st horseback ride, 1st night in a yurt, 1st horse meat tasting (beshbarmak for life), and others. You helped me understand why people love Almaty and its vibe. I'm already looking forward to coming back 😁.
Younès
Belgium
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