MANGYSTAU: 8-DAY HIDDEN GEM EXPEDITION
Roam wild Mangystau by Jeep — from Boszhira’s alien landscapes to Sherkala’s mighty peak and the shores of the Caspian.
Let’s Explore Together 
The tour lasts for 8 days and 7 nights
You will visit 28 unique locations
Price from $735
TOUR PROGRAM
Day 1
Locations:
- Karagiye – Depression, a Geographical Phenomenon
- Karynzharyk – Ustyurt Plateau, a Desert Wonderland
Begin your adventure with a descent into the Karagiye Depression — one of the lowest points in Central Asia — before crossing the vast, windswept Ustyurt Plateau and witnessing the surreal beauty of Karynzharyk, where salt flats and towering cliffs paint a desert dreamscape.
Day 2
Locations:
- Onere – Oasis, a Refreshing Haven
- Beket Ata – Underground Mosque, a Sacred Pilgrimage Site
- Bozzhyra (Ridge Panorama) – a Stunning Desert View
Journey through the serene oasis of Onere before descending into the spiritual silence of Beket Ata, an underground mosque carved into stone. End the day with sweeping views from the Bozzhyra Ridge — where jagged cliffs meet the endless desert horizon
Day 3
Locations:
- Bozzhyra (Mars Panorama) – a Surreal Landscape
- Bozzhyra (Upper Plateau of the Fangs) – Towering Heights
- Bozzhyra (Under the Fangs) – Hidden Mysteries
Explore the otherworldly terrain of Bozzhyra, where Mars-like panoramas stretch beyond the horizon, the towering "Fangs" rise from the plateau, and hidden paths beneath their shadows whisper the ancient secrets of the desert.
Day 4
Locations:
- Baysary – Mountain of Serenity
- Bokty – Towering Majesty
- Kyzylkup (Tiramisu) – Sweet Desert Views
Traverse the tranquil heights of Baysary, marvel at the majestic silhouette of Mount Bokty, and end your day at Kyzylkup — the “Tiramisu” of the desert — where layered cliffs reveal nature’s sweetest masterpiece.
Day 5
Locations:
- Shopan Ata – Underground Mosque, a Spiritual Retreat
- Tuzbair (Salt Marsh) – Bleak and Beautiful
Visit the solemn underground sanctuary of Shopan Ata, steeped in legend and devotion, then venture into the stark beauty of Tuzbair — a vast salt marsh where silence and space stretch to infinity.
Day 6
Locations:
- Tuzbair (Upper Viewpoint) – a Sky-High Panorama
- Ybyk Sai – Lace Canyon, a Natural Marvel
- Karaman Ata – Underground Mosque, a Sacred Sanctuary
- Ayrakty – Valley of Castles, Nature’s Fortress
Take in the sweeping heights of Tuzbair’s upper viewpoint, wander through the delicate curves of Ybyk Sai Canyon, visit the solemn Karaman Ata mosque, and finish the day in Ayrakty — the Valley of Castles, where nature sculpted its own fortress.
Day 7
Locations:
- Sherkala – The Mountain of Legends
- Kok Kala – Jurassic Clays, a Journey Through Time
- Torysh – Valley of Balls, Nature’s Oddities
- Shakpak Ata – Underground Mosque, a Place of Reflection
- Kapamsai – Canyon, a Hidden Gem
Stand before the legendary Sherkala Mountain, walk ancient Jurassic clays at Kok Kala, explore the surreal stone spheres of Torysh, reflect in the depths of Shakpak Ata mosque, and uncover the hidden beauty of Kapamsai Canyon.
Day 8
Locations:
- Kenty-Baba – Necropolis, a Historical Treasure
- Sultan Epe – Underground Mosque, a Sacred Monument
- Zhygylgan – The Fallen Land, a Geological Wonder
- Aktau – Gateway to Mangystau, a Coastal Finale
Explore the ancient necropolis of Kenty-Baba, descend into the sacred depths of the underground mosque Sultan Epe, stand in awe at the geological wonder of Zhygylgan—the “Fallen Land,” and end your journey in the coastal charm of Aktau, the vibrant gateway to Mangystau.
WHAT TRAVELERS USUALLY ASK
The tour lasts 8 days and 7 nights
The meeting point is Aktau city
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
Comfortable clothing
Sturdy footwear
Personal toiletries
Cash for personal expenses
Comfortable clothing
Sturdy footwear
Personal toiletries
Cash for personal expenses
Yes, due to the nature of the tour, it may not be suitable for:
Children under 6 years old
Pregnant women
Individuals using wheelchairs
Children under 6 years old
Pregnant women
Individuals using wheelchairs
Transfers from the airport to the hotel and back
English-speaking guide
Three meals per day (except breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day)
Drinking water
Accommodation in tents
Individual sleeping mat, sleeping bag, pillow, and bed linen
Accident insurance
All entrance fees
Complimentary camel milk products
Camping shower and portable toilet
English-speaking guide
Three meals per day (except breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day)
Drinking water
Accommodation in tents
Individual sleeping mat, sleeping bag, pillow, and bed linen
Accident insurance
All entrance fees
Complimentary camel milk products
Camping shower and portable toilet
Flights and accommodation in Aktau
Tips for the guide and drivers
Tips for the guide and drivers
Travel packages
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from $735 per person
Package "PLUS"
from $1137 per person
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