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Alpine Climbing
in Almaty
in Almaty
Guided alpine climbing in the Tuyuk-Su area near Almaty
Alpine Climbing
in Almaty
Guided alpine climbing in the Tuyuk-Su area near Almaty
About the program
The mountains around Almaty offer dozens of alpine routes of different difficulty levels. Whether you're looking for easy scrambles or more challenging climbs, there is something for everyone. Many routes in the Tuyuk-Su area are easily accessible for weekend climbs.
Most routes are accessible throughout the year. The summer climbing season starts in May and lasts until October. The winter season usually starts in November and ends in March, when unstable weather and avalanche risk become the main limiting factors. The best time to climb here is from late May to September.
Most routes are accessible throughout the year. The summer climbing season starts in May and lasts until October. The winter season usually starts in November and ends in March, when unstable weather and avalanche risk become the main limiting factors. The best time to climb here is from late May to September.
- DatesUpon request
- DurationFrom 2 days
- LocationAlmaty, Kazakhstan
- CostUpon request
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DatesUpon request -
DurationFrom 2 days -
LocationAlmaty, Kazakhstan -
CostUpon request
Details
The cost depends on the routes, trip duration and number of participants. We can provide an accurate quote once we know your goals and preferred dates.
Please check the booking and payment terms
What's included:
Not included:
Please check the booking and payment terms
What's included:
- English-speaking guides, maximum 2 participants per guide
- Round-trip transfer from Almaty
- Accommodation at Tuyuk-Su Alpine Camp in 4-6-bed rooms
- Meals: full board
- All special climbing equipment for the group
Not included:
- Accommodation in Almaty before or after the program
- Transfer from the airport or hotel to the meeting point in Almaty
- Personal gear (see gear list)
- Rescue / travel insurance
The program is customized based on your experience, the routes you want to climb and the time available.
A minimum 2-day program may look like this:
If you want to climb two or three mountains and learn new skills, a 7-day program is a good option. We will combine training sessions and mountain climbing during the week to make the program as useful and enjoyable as possible.
A minimum 2-day program may look like this:
- Day 1 — Meet in Almaty and drive to Tuyuk-Su Alpine Camp. Accommodation. Practice on the crag near the camp: basic alpine climbing skills for the next day.
- Day 2 — Climb a mountain we choose together and return to the alpine camp or Almaty.
If you want to climb two or three mountains and learn new skills, a 7-day program is a good option. We will combine training sessions and mountain climbing during the week to make the program as useful and enjoyable as possible.
- Day 1 — Meet in Almaty and drive to Tuyuk-Su Alpine Camp. Accommodation. Practice on the crag near the camp: basic alpine climbing skills.
- Day 2 — Walk to the meteorological station “T-1” at 3,400 m for acclimatization, or climb one of the easy peaks nearby.
- Day 3 — Practice on the rocks near the camp: belaying, moving in rope teams, rappelling, placing and removing protection, and building anchors.
- Day 4 — Climb a route we choose together.
- Day 5 — Practice on the rocks near the camp: top-rope climbing, lead climbing basics and easy lead climbs.
- Day 6 — Climb a route we choose together. Return to Almaty in the evening.
- Day 7 — Reserve day for bad weather, rest, extra practice or another climb.
We provide all special climbing equipment for the group, including ropes, carabiners, slings, quickdraws and rock protection gear. You will need only personal climbing equipment and clothing:
If you do not have all the necessary equipment, we can provide rental gear
- Harness
- Helmet
- Crampons (automatic or semi-automatic crampons)
- Tube-type belay device
- 3 locking carabiners
- Headlamp
- Trekking poles (if you use them)
- Thermos, 0.7–1 L
- Sunglasses
- Alpine boots compatible with crampons
- Climbing shoes
- Clothing appropriate to the season
- Waterproof jacket and pants
- Warm jacket for belay
- Gloves for climbing
- Gloves for belay
If you do not have all the necessary equipment, we can provide rental gear
Previous climbing or mountaineering experience is helpful, but not required. The program is adapted to your experience, goals and comfort level.
For easier routes, general fitness is enough. For more technical climbs, basic climbing or mountaineering skills may be required. We will choose the route based on your level and current conditions.
For easier routes, general fitness is enough. For more technical climbs, basic climbing or mountaineering skills may be required. We will choose the route based on your level and current conditions.