Umai Travel

ASSY PLATEAU

Escape to the vast highland plains of Assy Plateau, famous for its stunning open skies, yurts, grazing animals, and observatory. This untouched region showcases traditional Kazakh nomadic life and dramatic natural beauty at 2,800 meters elevation.

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SeasonSummer

Tour languageEnglish

TransportSUV

Distance120 km from Almaty

Tour activitiesOff-road ride / Walking / Photography

Tour durationFull day

Start time7 am Almaty time

Discover the stunning vastness of the Assy Plateau, one of the most picturesque and high-altitude plains in Kazakhstan. Located just a few hours from Almaty, this plateau sits at around 2,800 meters above sea level and is known for its endless green meadows, wild horses, yurts, and nomadic life.

The tour offers breathtaking views of the Tian Shan mountains, rivers cutting through alpine valleys, and even a chance to visit the Assy Observatory. You’ll breathe fresh air, feel total freedom, and enjoy a peaceful picnic in nature’s untouched landscape.

Whether you're a photographer, a nature lover, or simply seeking a true Kazakh adventure — Assy Plateau is an unforgettable experience.

Tour Highlights:

🚙 Off-road adventure through the mountains
🔭 Stop at the Assy Observatory
⛺ Visit to nomadic-style yurts (seasonal)
🥪 Scenic picnic with panoramic views
🐎 Herds of horses, cows, and eagles in the wild
🌄 Optional visit to Turgen Gorge en route

What is important to know

Assi Plateau — freedom, sky and nomadic soul The Assi plateau is one of the most amazing places in the Almaty region, where the horizons are endless, the sky seems closer, and the silence is filled with the sounds of wind and nature. This is a real paradise for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and feel the expanse of the Kazakh steppe at an altitude of about 2,800 m above sea level. What is important for a tourist to know: Location: about 100 km from Almaty, the route passes through Issyk and Turgen gorge. It's better to drive an SUV. Season: from June to September. In spring there are river floods, in autumn there are sharp cold snaps. The road is often inaccessible in winter. Features: Vast expanses, alpine meadows, yurts, grazing horses and sheep are an ideal place for photo tours and solitude. The astronomical observatory on the plateau is one of the highest in the CIS. The opportunity to live in ethno-yurts, taste national food, get acquainted with nomadic culture. What to do: Jeep tour or horseback riding. Picnics, photo shoots, stargazing. Hiking trails through picturesque hills and valleys. Tip: there is almost no communication and infrastructure on the plateau — take everything you need with you, including warm clothes, water and cash. The weather in the mountains is changing fast!