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COVID-19 : conseils de santé pour tous les voyageurs

Conseils aux voyageurs pour le Kazakhstan

Dernière mise à jour : Santé – mise à jour éditoriale

Date de la dernière mise à jour : 13 mars 2024 13:47 ET

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Niveau de risque, exigences d'entrée et de sortie, lois et coutumes, catastrophes naturelles et climat, besoin d'aide, kazakhstan - prenez des mesures de sécurité normales.

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Criminalité

Crimes mineurs.

Les crimes mineurs, tels que les pickpockets, les vols de sacs à main et les cambriolages de véhicules surviennent, en particulier à Astana et Almaty.

Les vols sont fréquents dans les lieux touristiques ou à proximité de ceux-ci, notamment dans :

• les transports publics, en particulier les autobus;
• les zones commerciales;
• les marchés en plein air;
• les restaurants;
• les boîtes de nuit.

Pendant votre séjour :

• faites preuve de prudence;
• veillez à ce que vos effets personnels, y compris votre passeport et vos autres documents de voyage, soient en sécurité en tout temps;
• soyez conscient de votre environnement à tout moment, en particulier dans les endroits très fréquentés;
• ne marchez pas ou ne voyagez pas seul après la tombée de la nuit;
• ne montrez pas de signes de richesse et ne portez pas de bijoux de grande valeur;
• ne transportez pas de grosses sommes d'argent comptant;
• soyez vigilant si des inconnus vous abordent pour vous demander de l'aide;
• ne laissez pas d'objets de valeur à portée de main ou à la vue de tous.

Crimes violents

Les crimes violents à l'encontre des étrangers sont rares. Toutefois, des attaques, des agressions et des vols ont été signalés.

Des touristes ont été victimes d'incidents à la sortie de bars et de boîtes de nuit, en particulier la nuit, à Almaty, Astana et Atyrau. Les résidences des étrangers ont également été la cible de cambriolages.

Le Kazakhstan est un pays de transit pour les drogues, mais on observe également une augmentation de la production et de la consommation locales dans les zones urbaines, en particulier de drogues synthétiques. Le trafic et la consommation de drogues illicites peuvent entraîner des dérapages violents et la délinquance de rue.

• Faites preuve de prudence
• Évitez les zones qui semblent ne pas être sécuritaires
• Ne marchez pas seul la nuit
• Choisissez des hébergements offrant de bonnes mesures de sécurité
• À la maison, n'ouvrez en aucun cas votre porte à des inconnus
• Gardez les fenêtres et les portes verrouillées en permanence

Il existe une menace terroriste. L'extrémisme et la radicalisation suscitent des inquiétudes en matière de sécurité, mais les autorités kazakhes ont renforcé les mesures de sécurité. Des attentats terroristes peuvent toujours avoir lieu à tout moment.

Les endroits suivants pourraient être ciblés :

• les édifices gouvernementaux,
• les écoles;
• les lieux de culte;
• les aéroports, ainsi que d’autres plaques tournantes et réseaux de transport;
• les endroits publics comme les attractions touristiques, les restaurants, les bars, les cafés, les centres commerciaux, les marchés, les hôtels et autres lieux fréquentés par des étrangers.

Soyez toujours sur vos gardes lorsque vous vous trouvez dans un lieu public. 

Soyez particulièrement vigilant lors : 

• d’événements sportifs; 
• des fêtes religieuses; 
• des célébrations publiques; 
• des événements politiques majeurs, tels que les élections. 

Les terroristes pourraient profiter de ces occasions pour mener des attentats. 

Fraudes liées aux cartes bancaires

Des fraudes liées à l’utilisation des cartes de crédit et des cartes de débit surviennent.

• Soyez vigilant si vos cartes sont manipulées par d’autres personnes pour un paiement
• Utilisez des guichets automatiques situés dans des endroits publics ou à l’intérieur d’une banque ou d’un commerce
• Évitez les lecteurs de cartes à l’aspect inhabituel
• Couvrez le clavier d’une main lorsque vous entrez votre NIP
• Vérifiez votre relevé de compte pour y détecter toute transaction non autorisée

Cybercriminalité

La cybercriminalité est fréquente au Kazakhstan, en particulier l'extorsion en ligne et le vol d'identité. Plusieurs cas ont été signalés où des citoyens canadiens ont transféré de l'argent à des personnes au Kazakhstan et ont perdu le contact avec les escrocs une fois la transaction terminée.

Les cybercriminels peuvent compromettre les réseaux Wi-Fi publics dans le but de voler des données personnelles ou des informations de crédit. Ils peuvent également surveiller les médias sociaux et écouter vos conversations téléphoniques. 

• Ne transférez pas d'argent à des inconnus
• Ne communiquez pas d'informations personnelles par téléphone ou en ligne, y compris sur les médias sociaux
• Évitez d'utiliser les réseaux Wi-Fi publics
• Envisagez d'utiliser un réseau privé virtuel (VPN) lorsque vous naviguez sur l'internet
• Évitez de faire des achats sur des sites web non cryptés
• Ne cliquez pas sur des liens douteux qui vous demandent vos informations bancaires dans un courriel ou un message texte

Voleurs déguisés en policiers

Des voleurs déguisés en policiers ont abordé des voyageurs étrangers et leur ont demandé de payer de présumées amendes. On rapporte également des cas d'escroquerie en ligne par des personnes se faisant passer pour des enquêteurs et demandant aux gens de confirmer leurs informations personnelles dans le cadre d'une enquête en cours.

Si vous êtes confronté à une situation similaire :

• proposez de vous rendre au poste de police le plus proche;
• demander à voir les documents d'identité des policiers;
• restez vigilant.

La fraude à l’étranger

Manifestations

Des manifestations ont lieu occasionnellement et doivent être approuvées par les autorités locales.

En 2022, les forces de l'ordre sont intervenues vigoureusement lors de manifestations de grande ampleur dans tout le Kazakhstan. Ces manifestations ont donné lieu à des actes de vandalisme et à des affrontements violents entre les manifestants et les forces de l'ordre, qui ont fait des centaines de victimes.

La situation est revenue à la normale depuis, sans autre perturbation, mais il faut s'attendre à une présence accrue des forces de l'ordre aux alentours des jours importants d'un point de vue politique.

Même les manifestations qui se veulent pacifiques peuvent soudainement donner lieu à des actes de violence. Elles peuvent aussi grandement perturber la circulation et les transports publics.

• Évitez les endroits où se tiennent des manifestations et de grands rassemblements
• Suivez les directives des autorités locales
• Consultez régulièrement les médias locaux pour vous tenir au courant des manifestations en cours

Rassemblements de masse (événements à grande échelle)

Aliments et boissons contenant des drogues 

Ne laissez jamais d'aliments ou de boissons sans surveillance ou entre les mains d'inconnus. Méfiez-vous des collations, boissons, chewing-gums ou cigarettes offerts par de nouvelles connaissances. Ils peuvent contenir des drogues qui vous exposent à des risques d'agression sexuelle et de vol.

Sécurité des femmes

Les femmes qui voyagent seules peuvent subir certaines formes de harcèlement et de violence verbal.

Conseils pour les voyageuses

Sécurité routière

état des routes.

L'état des routes varie à travers le pays. Elles sont généralement en bon état dans les grandes villes et leurs environs, mais dans les zones rurales, elles sont mal entretenues et dangereuses en raison :

• de gros nids de poule;
• du mauvais fonctionnement ou de l'absence de feux de circulation;
• d'un éclairage insuffisant;
• des surfaces inégales;
• d'un mauvais marquage au sol et d'une mauvaise signalisation.

Des pénuries de carburant surviennent occasionnellement, même dans les grandes villes, et les stations-service sont peu nombreuses dans les zones rurales.

Si vous voyagez dans des régions isolées :

• n'oubliez pas que les services et l'assistance routière peuvent être limités.;
• gardez votre réservoir d'essence plein;
• assurez-vous d’avoir des réserves suffisantes de nourriture et d'eau.

En hiver, les conditions routières sont dangereuses, en particulier dans les steppes kazakhes. Les routes et les autoroutes sont régulièrement fermées en raison du froid, du vent et de la neige.

Habitudes de conduite

Les conducteurs sont imprudents et ignorent souvent le code de la route, en particulier aux heures de pointe.

Les comportements typiques incluent :

• des changements de voie soudains sans signalisation;
• conduire du côté opposé de la route et à cheval sur les voies de circulation;
• conduire et se garer sur les trottoirs;
• s'arrêter brusquement.

Les piétons traversent souvent au milieu de la route et les conducteurs ne leur accordent pas toujours la priorité.

Si vous conduisez au Kazakhstan :

• conduisez toujours de manière préventive;
• évitez de conduire la nuit;
• empruntez autant que possible les routes principales et les autoroutes;
• ayez toujours un téléphone portable et un chargeur sur vous.

Transports publics

Dans les grandes villes, les autobus sont généralement en bon état. Cependant, ils sont souvent surchargés et les pickpockets sont fréquents.

• Gardez toujours sur vous vos objets de valeur et vos documents d'identité
• Évitez de ranger vos sacs dans le compartiment supérieur ou sous votre siège
• Ne prenez pas les autobus qui semblent surchargés ou en mauvais état

Lorsque vous voyagez vers ou entre des zones rurales, évitez d'utiliser les minibus appelés "Marshrutka". Ils ne possèdent souvent pas de dispositifs de sécurité tels que les ceintures de sécurité.

Des taxis officiels et non officiels opèrent au Kazakhstan.

Les taxis non officiels n'ont pas toujours de panneaux de signalisation sur le toit et ne sont pas toujours équipés de dispositifs de sécurité comme des ceintures de sécurité.

Les taxis non officiels peuvent prendre des passagers supplémentaires, ce qui constitue un risque pour votre sécurité. On rapporte que des passagers ont été surfacturés et ont été victimes de vols, d'agressions et de harcèlement de la part de chauffeurs de taxi non officiels.

Aux aéroports, certains chauffeurs insistent pour vous faire monter dans leur voiture et vous font payer un prix beaucoup plus élevé.

Dans les grandes villes, il existe des applications de covoiturage qui vous permettent de commander des taxis dont les véhicules sont généralement plus sûrs et les tarifs fixes, sauf si vous choisissez la catégorie la moins chère.

Si vous choisissez de prendre des taxis pendant votre séjour :

• commandez votre taxi à la réception si vous séjournez dans un hôtel;
• n'utilisez pas de taxis non identifiés;
• ne partagez jamais un taxi avec des inconnus;
• confirmez le prix de la course à l'avance;
• prévoyez des petites coupures pour le paiement.

Le service ferroviaire est fiable et relativement sûr, mais des vols à bord se produisent.

• Veillez à ce que vos effets personnels, y compris votre passeport et vos autres documents de voyage, soient toujours en sécurité
• Ne laissez pas votre compartiment sans surveillance
• Verrouillez la porte de l'intérieur

Transport aérien

Nous n’évaluons pas dans quelle mesure les compagnies aériennes intérieures étrangères respectent les normes internationales de sécurité.

Renseignements sur les vols intérieurs dans d’autres pays

Ce sont les autorités d’un pays ou d’un territoire qui décident qui peut en franchir les frontières. Le gouvernement du Canada ne peut pas intervenir en votre nom si vous ne répondez pas aux exigences d’entrée et de sortie du pays ou territoire où vous vous rendez.

L’information contenue dans cette page a été obtenue auprès des autorités du Kazakhstan. Elle peut cependant changer à tout moment.

Confirmez ces renseignements auprès des Représentants étrangers au Canada . 

Les exigences d’entrée varient selon le type de passeport que vous utilisez pour voyager.

Avant de partir, vérifiez auprès de votre transporteur quelles sont ses exigences au sujet des passeports. Ses règles sur la durée de validité des passeports sont peut-être plus strictes que les règles d’entrée du pays où vous vous rendez.

Passeport canadien régulier

Votre passeport doit être valide pour au moins 3 mois après la date d’expiration de votre visa, si vous en avez besoin. Si le but de votre voyage au Kazakhstan nécessite un visa, vous devriez conserver au moins deux pages vierges dans votre passeport. Si le but de votre voyage au Kazakhstan ne nécessite pas de visa, vous devriez conserver au moins une page vierge dans votre passeport.

Passeport pour voyages officiels

Des exigences d’entrée différentes peuvent s’appliquer.

Voyages officiels

Passeport indiquant un identifiant de genre «X»

Bien que le gouvernement du Canada délivre des passeports indiquant un identifiant de genre «X», il ne peut garantir votre entrée ou votre transit dans d’autres pays. Vous pourriez faire face à des restrictions d’entrée dans les pays qui ne reconnaissent pas l’identifiant de genre «X». Avant de partir, vérifiez cette information auprès des représentants étrangers de votre pays de destination.

Autres documents de voyage

Les exigences d’entrée peuvent être différentes si vous voyagez avec un passeport temporaire ou un titre de voyage d’urgence. Avant de partir, renseignez-vous auprès des représentants étrangers du pays où vous voulez entrer.

Liens utiles

• Représentants étrangers au Canada
• Passeports canadiens

Visa de touriste : non exigé pour les séjours de 30 jours ou moins, pour un maximum de 90 jours au cours d'une période de 180 jours. Visa d’affaires : non exigé pour les séjours de 30 jours ou moins, pour un maximum de 90 jours au cours d'une période de 180 jours. Visa d’étudiant : exigé

Vous pourriez faire face à différentes pénalités si vous ne respectez pas les termes de votre visa, notamment :

• un avertissement;
• une amende;
• une expulsion;
• une peine de prison;
• une interdiction d'entrée.

Assurez-vous que votre visa correspond au type d’activité que vous voulez entreprendre.

Visa pour le Kazakhstan – Ambassade de la République du Kazakhstan au Canada (en anglais)

Zones fermées

Les autorités kazakhes interdisent l'accès à certaines zones sans autorisation préalable. Il s'agit notamment des zones situées le long de la frontière avec la Chine et à proximité d'installations militaires, comme la ville de Baïkonour.

Si vous avez l'intention de voyager dans ces zones, vous devez contacter le ministère de l'intérieur ou l'ambassade ou le consulat du Kazakhstan le plus proche afin d'obtenir les autorisations nécessaires.

Les enfants en voyage

Renseignez-vous sur comment voyager avec des enfants .

Fièvre jaune

Renseignez-vous sur la possibilité d’exigences d’entrée concernant la fièvre jaune (section sur les vaccins).

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Cette section contient des informations sur les risques sanitaires éventuels et les restrictions régulièrement constatées ou en cours dans la destination. Suivez ces conseils pour réduire votre risque de tomber malade en voyage. Tous les risques ne sont pas énumérés ci-dessous.

Consultez un fournisseur de soins de santé ou visitez une clinique santé-voyage de préférence six semaines avant votre départ pour obtenir des conseils et des recommandations personnalisées en matière de santé.

Vaccins de routine

Assurez-vous que vos vaccins de routine , conformément à votre province ou territoire , peu importe votre destination de voyage. 

Parmi ces vaccins, citons le vaccin contre la rougeole, les oreillons et la rubéole (ROR), la diphtérie, le tétanos, la coqueluche, la polio, la varicelle, la grippe et d'autres.

Vaccins et médicaments pré-voyage

Vous pouvez être à risque de maladies évitables lors de votre voyage dans cette destination. Consultez un professionnel de la santé voyage pour savoir quels médicaments ou vaccins pourraient vous convenir, en fonction de votre destination et de votre itinéraire.

La fièvre jaune   est une maladie causée par un flavivirus que se transmet par la piqûre d'un moustique infecté.

Les voyageurs se font vacciner soit parce qu'il s'agit d'une exigence pour entrer dans certains pays, soit parce qu'il est recommandé de le faire pour se protéger contre la fièvre jaune.

• Il n’y aucun risque de fièvre jaune dans ce pays.

Les exigences liées à l'entrée*

• Une preuve de vaccination est exigée des voyageurs en provenance des   pays   où sévit la fièvre jaune   (lien en anglais seulement) ou ayant transité par un aéroport de ces pays.

Recommandation

• La vaccination n’est pas recommandée.
• Discutez de vos plans, de vos activités et de vos destinations de voyage avec un professionnel de la santé.
• Il est important que les voyageurs communiquent avec un   Centre de vaccination contre la fièvre jaune désigné   bien à l'avance de leur voyage pour assurer leur vaccination.

À propos de la fièvre jaune

Centre de vaccination contre la fièvre jaune désigné *Il est important de souligner que les   exigences liées à l'entrée   (en anglais seulement) dans un pays pourraient ne pas correspondre à votre risque de contracter la fièvre jaune à cet endroit. Il est également recommandé de communiquer avec la   mission diplomatique ou consulaire   de la ou des destinations où vous comptez vous rendre pour vérifier s'il y a d'autres exigences d'entrée.

Il existe un risque d' hépatite A  dans cette destination. C'est une maladie du foie. Les gens peuvent contracter l'hépatite A s'ils ingèrent des aliments ou de l'eau contaminés, mangent des aliments préparés par une personne infectieuse ou s'ils ont un contact physique étroit (comme des relations sexuelles orales ou anales) avec une personne infectieuse, bien qu'un contact occasionnel entre les personnes ne propage pas l'hépatite A virus.

Prenez des précautions en matière de sécurité alimentaire et d’eau et lavez-vous souvent les mains.

 L'encéphalite à tiques constitue un risque dans certaines régions de cette destination. C'est une maladie virale qui touche le système nerveux central (cerveau et moelle épinière). Il se transmet à l'homme par la piqûre de tiques infectées ou occasionnellement lors de la consommation de produits laitiers non pasteurisés.

Les voyageurs se rendant dans les zones où l'on trouve l’encéphalite à tiques peuvent courir un risque plus élevé d'avril à novembre, et le risque est plus élevé pour les personnes qui font de la randonnée ou campent dans les zones forestières.

Protégez-vous des piqûres de tiques . Le vaccin n'est pas disponible au Canada. Il peut être disponible dans la destination vers laquelle vous voyagez.

L'hépatite B est un risque dans toutes les destinations. Il s’agit d’une maladie virale du foie qui se transmet facilement d’une personne à une autre par exposition au sang et aux liquides organiques contenant le virus de l’hépatite B. Les voyageurs susceptibles d'être exposés au sang ou à d'autres fluides corporels (par exemple, par contact sexuel, traitement médical, partage d'aiguilles, tatouage, acupuncture ou exposition professionnelle) courent un risque plus élevé de contracter l'hépatite B.

La vaccination contre l'hépatite B est recommandée à tous les voyageurs. Prévenez l’infection par l’hépatite B en pratiquant des relations sexuelles protégées, en utilisant uniquement du matériel médical neuf et stérile et en vous faisant tatouer et percer uniquement dans des environnements qui respectent les réglementations et normes de santé publique.

La   maladie à coronavirus (COVID-19) est une maladie infectieuse virale qui peut se propager d’une personne à l’autre par un contact direct et par des gouttelettes projetées dans l’air.

Il est recommandé que tous les voyageurs admissibles reçoivent la série complète d’un vaccin contre la COVID-19 ainsi que toute dose supplémentaire recommandée au Canada avant de voyager. Les données probantes révèlent que les vaccins sont très efficaces pour prévenir les formes graves de la COVID-19, les hospitalisations et la mort. Bien que la vaccination offre une meilleure protection contre les maladies graves, vous pouvez toujours être exposé au risque d'infection par le virus responsable de la COVID-19. Quiconque n’étant pas entièrement vacciné court un risque accru de contracter le virus qui cause la COVID-19, ainsi qu'un risque accru d'être gravement malade lors d’un voyage à l’étranger.

 Avant de voyager, vérifiez les exigences d'entrée/sortie de votre destination en matière de vaccination contre la COVID-19.Peu importe votre destination, discutez avec un professionnel de la santé avant de voyager afin de vous assurer d’être bien protégé contre la COVID-19.

La meilleure façon de se protéger contre la grippe saisonnière est de se faire vacciner chaque année. Faites-vous vacciner contre la grippe au moins 2 semaines avant de voyager.

 La grippe est présente dans le monde entier.

• Dans l'hémisphère Nord, la saison grippale s'étend généralement de novembre à avril.
• Dans l'hémisphère Sud, la saison grippale s'étend généralement entre avril et octobre.
• Sous les tropiques, l'activité grippale est présente toute l'année.

Le vaccin contre la grippe disponible dans un hémisphère peut n’offrir qu’une protection partielle contre la grippe dans l’autre hémisphère.

Le virus de la grippe se transmet d'une personne à l'autre lorsqu'elle tousse ou éternue ou en touchant des objets et des surfaces contaminés par le virus. Lavez-vous souvent les mains et portez un masque si vous avez de la fièvre ou des symptômes respiratoires.

La rougeole est une maladie virale très contagieuse. Elle peut se propager rapidement d'une personne à l'autre par contact direct et par les gouttelettes dans l'air.

Toute personne qui n'est pas protégée contre la rougeole risque d'en être infectée lorsqu'elle voyage à l'étranger.

Peu importe où vous allez, consultez un professionnel de la santé avant votre départ pour vous assurer d'être entièrement protégé contre la rougeole.

La rage est généralement transmise par les chiens et certains animaux sauvages, notamment les chauves-souris, dans cette destination. La rage est une maladie mortelle qui se transmet aux humains principalement par les morsures ou les griffures d'un animal infecté. Pendant le voyage, prenez des précautions , notamment en vous tenant à distance des animaux (y compris les chiens en liberté) et en surveillant de près les enfants.

Si vous êtes mordu ou égratigné par un animal lors d'un voyage, lavez immédiatement la plaie avec de l'eau propre et du savon, et consultez un professionnel de la santé. Le traitement contre la rage dans cette destination peut être limité ou ne pas être disponible, et il se peut donc que vous deviez retourner au Canada pour vous faire soigner.

Avant de voyager, consultez un professionnel de la santé au sujet de la vaccination contre la rage. Elle peut être recommandée pour les voyageurs qui présentent un risque élevé d'exposition (par exemple, les vétérinaires et les travailleurs de la faune, les enfants, les voyageurs d'aventure et les spéléologues, ainsi que les personnes en contact étroit avec des animaux).

Précautions pour la nourriture et l'eau

De nombreuses maladies peuvent être causées par la consommation d'aliments ou de boissons contaminées par des bactéries, des parasites, des toxines ou des virus, ou par la baignade dans une eau contaminée.

• Pour en savoir plus sur les précautions à prendre en matière de nourriture et d'eau pour éviter de tomber malade, consultez notre page mangez et buvez en toute sécurité à l'étranger .  Rappelez-vous : N'ingérez rien qui n'ait été bouilli, cuit ou pelé!
• Évitez de vous mettre de l'eau dans les yeux, la bouche ou le nez lorsque vous vous baignez ou participez à des activités en eau douce (ruisseaux, canaux, lacs), particulièrement après une inondation ou de fortes pluies. L'eau peut sembler propre, mais elle peut quand même être polluée ou contaminée.
• Évitez d'inhaler ou d'avaler de l'eau lorsque vous vous baignez, prenez une douche ou nagez dans des piscines ou des spas.

La diarrhée du voyageur est la maladie qui touche le plus fréquemment les voyageurs. Elle se transmet par la consommation d'eau ou d'aliments contaminés.

Le risque de contracter la diarrhée du voyageur est accru dans les régions où les conditions de salubrité et d'hygiène sont déficientes. Faites attention à ce que vous mangez et buvez.

Le traitement le plus important contre la diarrhée du voyageur est la réhydratation (buvez beaucoup de liquides). Apportez des sels pour réhydratation orale lors de votre voyage.

La   fièvre typhoïde   est une infection bactérienne transmise par l’eau ou d’aliments contaminés. Le risque est plus élevé pour les enfants, les voyageurs allant vers les zones rurales, visiter des amis et parent ou pendeant une longue période de temps. 

Les voyageurs visitant des régions à risque de fièvre typhoïde, surtout ceux exposés à des endroits avec mauvaises conditions d’hygiène devraient parler à un professionnel de la santé de vaccination.

Préventions des piqûres d'insectes

De nombreuses maladies sont transmises par les piqûres d'insectes infectés tels que les moustiques, les tiques, les puces ou les mouches. Lorsque vous voyagez dans des zones où des insectes infectés peuvent être présents :

• Utilisez un insectifuge (insecticide) sur la peau exposée
• Couvrez-vous avec des vêtements amples, de couleur claire, faits de matériaux à tissage serré telle que le nylon ou le polyester
• Réduisez au minimum l'exposition aux insectes
• Utilisez une moustiquaire lorsque vous dormez à l'extérieur ou dans des bâtiments qui ne sont pas entièrement clos

Pour en savoir plus sur la manière dont vous pouvez réduire votre risque d'infection et de maladie causée par les piqûres, tant au pays qu'à l'étranger, consultez notre page sur la prévention des piqûres d’insectes .

Découvrez quels types d'insectes sont présents là où vous voyagez, quand ils sont les plus actifs et les symptômes des maladies qu'ils propagent.

La fièvre hémorragique de Crimée-Congo est une maladie virale qui peut causer de la fièvre, des douleurs et des hémorragies sous la peau.  Dans certains cas, elle peut être mortelle.  Elle se transmet aux humains par contact avec du sang ou des tissus d’animaux infectés, ou par la morsure d’une tique infectée.  Le risque est généralement faible pour la plupart des voyageurs.  Protégez-vous des piqûres de tiques et évitez les animaux, en particulier le bétail.  Il n’existe aucun vaccin contre la fièvre hémorragique de Crimée-Congo.

Précautions pour les animaux

Certaines infections, telles que la rage et la grippe, peuvent être partagées entre les humains et les animaux. Certains types d'activités peuvent augmenter vos chances de contact avec des animaux, comme les voyages dans des zones rurales ou forestières, le camping, la randonnée et la visite de marchés humides (lieux où les animaux vivants sont abattus et vendus) ou de grottes.

Les voyageurs sont priés d'éviter tout contact avec les animaux, y compris les chiens, le bétail (porcs, vaches), les singes, les serpents, les rongeurs, les oiseaux et les chauves-souris, et d'éviter de manger du gibier sauvage insuffisamment cuit.

Surveillez étroitement les enfants, car ils sont plus susceptibles d'entrer en contact avec des animaux.

Infections de personne à personne

Restez à la maison si vous êtes malade et respectez les règles de l'étiquette en matière de toux et d'éternuement , notamment en toussant ou en éternuant dans un mouchoir ou dans le pli de votre bras, pas dans votre main. Réduisez votre risque de rhume, de grippe et d'autres maladies en :

• vous lavant souvent les mains
• évitant ou en limitant le temps passé dans des espaces fermés, des endroits bondés ou lors d'événements à grande échelle (les concerts, les événements sportifs, les rassemblements)
• évitant les contacts physiques étroits avec des personnes qui pourraient présenter des symptômes de maladie

Les infections sexuellement transmissibles (IST) , VIH , et la mpox se transmettent par le sang et les fluides corporels ; utilisez des préservatifs, pratiquez des rapports sexuels protégés et limitez le nombre de vos partenaires sexuels. Vérifiez auprès de votre autorité de santé publique locale avant le voyage pour déterminer votre admissibilité au vaccin mpox.

La tuberculose est une infection causée par une bactérie qui touche habituellement les poumons.

Pour la plupart des voyageurs, le risque de contracter la tuberculose est faible.

Les voyageurs qui pourraient courir un plus grand risque de contracter la tuberculose et qui doivent se rendre dans une région où il existe un risque de tuberculose devraient consulter un professionnel de la santé afin de déterminer quelles sont les mesures à prendre avant et après leur voyage.

Les personnes qui pourraient courir un plus grand risque sont celles qui se rendent ou qui travaillent dans une prison, un camp de réfugiés, un refuge pour sans-abris ou un hôpital, ou les voyageurs qui rendent visite à des amis ou à des membres de leur famille.

Services et établissements médicaux

Les services et établissements médicaux sont sous les standards canadiens. L'équipement est souvent obsolète et inadéquat pour les procédures médicales majeures. Les installations médicales peuvent manquer de fournitures de base, en particulier dans les zones rurales.

Vous aurez probablement besoin d'une évacuation médicale en cas de maladie ou de blessure grave.

Souscrivez une assurance voyage qui couvre les frais d’hospitalisation à l’étranger et l’évacuation médicale.

La santé et la sécurité en voyage

Médicaments

Certains médicaments sur ordonnance pourraient ne pas être disponibles au Kazakhstan. 

Si vous prenez des médicaments sur ordonnance, vous devez en vérifier leur légalité avant de vous rendre dans le pays.

• Apportez une réserve suffisante de vos médicaments 
• Laissez toujours vos médicaments dans leur emballage d'origine 
• Rangez vos médicaments dans votre bagage à main 
• Gardez une copie de votre ordonnance avec vous 

À retenir...

La décision de voyager appartient entièrement au voyageur. Le voyageur est également responsable de sa propre sécurité.

Soyez bien préparé(e). Ne vous attendez pas à ce que les services médicaux soient les mêmes que ceux offerts au Canada. Apportez dans vos bagages une   trousse de produits de santé   pour le voyage, en particulier si vous vous rendez dans des zones éloignées des grands centres urbains.

Vous devez vous conformer aux lois locales.

Renseignez-vous sur ce que vous devez faire et sur l’aide que nous pouvons vous apporter en cas d’arrestation ou de détention à l’étranger .

La possession, l’usage et le trafic de stupéfiants sont sévèrement punis. Les personnes reconnues coupables de ces délits sont passibles de longues peines d’emprisonnement et de lourdes amendes.

Drogues, alcool et voyages

Personnes 2ELGBTQI+

La loi du Kazakhstan n’interdit pas les actes sexuels entre personnes de même sexe.

Cependant, les personnes 2ELGBTQI+ pourraient faire l'objet de discrimination en raison de leur orientation sexuelle, de leur identité de genre, de leur expression de genre ou de leurs caractéristiques sexuelles.

Les voyages et votre orientation sexuelle, votre identité de genre, votre expression de genre et vos caractéristiques sexuelles

Double citoyenneté

La double citoyenneté n’est pas reconnue légalement au Kazakhstan.

Si les autorités locales vous considèrent comme un citoyen du Kazakhstan, elles pourraient refuser de vous accorder l’accès aux services consulaires canadiens. Cela nous empêcherait de vous fournir ces services.

Voyageurs avec la double citoyenneté

Enlèvement international d’enfants

La Convention de La Haye sur les aspects civils de l’enlèvement international d’enfants est un traité international. Elle peut aider les parents à obtenir le retour de leurs enfants lorsque ceux-ci ont été déplacés ou retenus dans certains pays en violation d’un droit de garde. Elle ne s’applique pas entre le Canada et le Kazakhstan.

Si votre enfant a été déplacé ou est retenu illicitement au Kazakhstan par un parent ravisseur :

• agissez le plus vite possible;
• consultez un avocat au Canada et au Kazakhstan afin d’envisager toutes les options juridiques possibles pour le retour de votre enfant;
• informez le bureau du gouvernement du Canada à l’étranger le plus proche ou l’Unité consulaire pour les enfants vulnérables d’Affaires mondiales Canada en communiquant avec le Centre de surveillance et d'intervention d’urgence.

Si votre enfant a été déplacé depuis un pays autre que le Canada, consultez un avocat pour déterminer si la Convention de La Haye s'applique.

Prenez note que les agents consulaires canadiens ne peuvent pas intervenir dans vos affaires juridiques privées ou dans le processus judiciaire de l’autre pays.

• Enlèvement international d’enfants : Un guide à l’intention des parents délaissés
• Voyager avec des enfants
• Ambassades et consulats du Canada par destination
• Centre de surveillance et d'intervention d’urgence

Prosélytisme religieux

Le prosélytisme religieux et certaines activités religieuses sont illégaux au Kazakhstan, notamment :

• l'importation, la production et la distribution de contenu religieux sans autorisation préalable du gouvernement;
• la pratique privée de l'enseignement religieux sans enregistrement;
• organiser des cérémonies religieuses sans autorisation préalable du gouvernement.

Si vous vous engagez dans des activités religieuses illégales, vous vous exposez à :

• de lourdes amendes;
• de longues peines de prison;
• l'expulsion.

Habillement et comportement

Le Kazakhstan est un pays laïc. Toutefois, les pratiques et croyances islamiques sont observées, en particulier dans les zones rurales.

Pour ne pas froisser les populations locales :

• habillez-vous sobrement;
• comportez-vous de façon discrète;
• respectez les traditions sociales et religieuses.

Photographie

Des restrictions ou des interdictions peuvent s'appliquer à la prise de photos, y compris dans ou à proximité :

• d'installations militaires;
• de bâtiments gouvernementaux;
• d’installations aéroportuaires;
• des zones frontalières.

Certains grands magasins et supermarchés interdisent également les photos.

Demandez l'autorisation avant de prendre des photos, en particulier de bâtiments officiels et de personnes.

Identification

Les autorités locales peuvent vous demander de présenter une pièce d'identité à tout moment.

• Ayez toujours sur vous une pièce d'identité valide, telle que votre passeport et votre visa
• Conservez une photocopie de votre passeport en lieu sûr, au cas où il serait perdu ou confisqué
• Conservez une copie numérique de vos documents d'identité et de voyage

Conduite automobile

Le Kazakhstan a une politique de tolérance zéro relativement à l’alcool au volant.

Un permis de conduire canadien n'est pas suffisant pour conduire au Kazakhstan. Vous devez vous munir d'un permis de conduire international.

Vous devez vous munir d’un permis de conduire international.

Permis de conduire international

La monnaie est le tenge kazakh (KZT). Vous devriez avoir de l'argent comptant lorsque vous vous rendez dans des zones rurales, car les cartes de crédit et de débit ne sont pas aussi largement acceptées que dans les grandes villes.

Déclaration de devises étrangères

L'importation et l'exportation de devises étrangères sont soumises à des restrictions. Vous devez déclarer toutes les devises étrangères en votre possession dont la valeur est supérieure à 10 000 USD.

Les déclarations de devises étrangères s'appliquent à :

• l’argent comptant;
• les chèques de voyage;
• tout autre instrument monétaire.

Importation et exportation de devises étrangères – Comité du Revenu de l’État de la République du Kazakhstan

Le Kazakhstan connaît des conditions météorologiques rigoureuses, surtout en hiver quand le mercure peut descendre sous la barre des moins 30 °C, et en cas de vents violents, les températures ressenties peuvent même descendre plus bas que moins 50 °C en raison du refroidissement éolien.

Si vous voyagez à l’extérieur de régions urbaines en hiver :

• tenez-vous au courant des dernières prévisions météorologiques locales et régionales;
• veillez à avoir des approvisionnements d’urgence dans votre véhicule, incluant :
• des vêtements chaud;
• une trousse de premiers soins;
• de la nourriture et de l’eau.

Activité sismique

Le Kazakhstan est situé dans une zone sismique active. Des tremblements de terre se produisent régulièrement, en particulier dans la région d’Almaty. Des glissements de terrain peuvent survenir dans les zones touchées, et de fortes répliques sismiques peuvent se produire après le séisme initial. Des tremblements de terre peuvent également provoquer des avalanches en zones montagneuses, en particulier au printemps.

Les avalanches et les glissements de terrain peuvent rendre les routes impraticables, causer des pannes de courant et perturber d’autres services essentiels.

Si un tremblement de terre se produit :

• évitez les zones touchées;
• consultez les médias locaux pour rester au courant de l’évolution de la situation;
• suivez les instructions des autorités locales.
• Tremblements de terre – Que faire?
• Séismes les plus récents  – U.S. Geological Survey (en anglais)

Feux de forêt

Les feux de forêt sont communs dans tout le pays entre juillet et août, alors que les températures peuvent atteindre 40°C.

La qualité de l’air dans une zone touchée par un feu de forêt peut se dégrader en raison de la fumée intense.

En cas d’incendie majeur :

• restez à l’écart des endroits touchés, surtout si vous souffrez de problèmes respiratoires;
• suivez les conseils du personnel des services locaux d’urgence;
• consultez les médias locaux pour connaître l’évolution de la situation.

Pollution atmosphérique

La pollution industrielle est très importante à Almaty et Astana, en particulier de novembre à mars, lorsque les résidents consomment du charbon pour chauffer leurs maisons et que les deux usines thermoélectriques alimentées au charbon fonctionnent.

Surveillez les niveaux de pollution atmosphérique, en particulier si vous souffrez d'affections respiratoires ou d’une condition médicale préexistante.

Durant les périodes de pollution élevée :

• limitez vos activités extérieures;
• consultez les médias locaux;
• suivez les directives des autorités locales.

Services locaux

En cas d’urgence, composez le :

• pompiers: 101
• police : 102
• ambulance: 103
• aide d’urgence : 112

Aide consulaire

Ouzbékistan, République kirghize, Tadjikistan, Turkménistan

Pour obtenir de l'aide consulaire d'urgence, téléphonez à l’ambassade du Canada au Kazakhstan, à Astana, et suivez les instructions qui vous seront données. À tout moment, vous pouvez aussi communiquer avec le Centre de surveillance et d'intervention d’urgence à Ottawa.

Avertissement

La décision de voyager est un choix qui vous appartient, et vous avez la responsabilité de veiller à votre sécurité personnelle à l’étranger. Nous prenons très au sérieux la sécurité des Canadiens à l’étranger et nous diffusons des renseignements fiables et à jour dans nos Conseils aux voyageurs, afin que vous puissiez prendre des décisions éclairées au sujet de vos voyages à l’étranger.

Le contenu de cette page est fourni à titre d’information seulement. Nous faisons tout en notre pouvoir pour vous donner de l’information exacte, mais celle-ci est fournie « telle quelle », sans garantie d’aucune sorte, ni explicite ni implicite. Le gouvernement du Canada n’assume aucune responsabilité et ne pourra être tenu responsable d’aucun préjudice découlant de cette information.

Si vous avez besoin d’aide consulaire à l’étranger, nous ferons de notre mieux pour vous aider. Cependant, certaines contraintes peuvent restreindre la capacité du gouvernement du Canada de fournir ses services.

Renseignez-vous davantage sur les services consulaires canadiens .

Niveaux de risque

  prenez des mesures de sécurité normales.

Prenez les mêmes précautions que celles que vous prendriez au Canada.

  Faites preuve d'une grande prudence

Il y a certaines préoccupations en matière de sécurité et la situation pourrait changer rapidement. Soyez très prudent en tout temps, renseignez-vous dans les médias locaux et suivez les instructions des autorités locales.

IMPORTANT: Les deux niveaux suivants constituent un avertissement officiel du gouvernement du Canada. Ils sont publiés lorsque la sécurité des Canadiennes et des Canadiens voyageant dans une région ou un pays donné ou y habitant peut être compromise.

  Évitez tout voyage non essentiel

Votre sécurité pourrait être compromise. Vous devriez vous demander s’il est nécessaire de vous rendre dans ce pays, ce territoire ou cette région en fonction de vos besoins familiaux ou professionnels, de vos connaissances du pays ou de la région ainsi que d’autres facteurs. Si vous êtes déjà sur place, demandez-vous si vous devez vraiment y être. Dans la négative, vous devriez songer à partir.

  Évitez tout voyage

Vous ne devriez pas vous rendre dans ce pays, ce territoire ou cette région. Votre sécurité personnelle est fortement compromise. Si vous êtes déjà sur place, vous devriez envisager de partir si vous pouvez le faire sans danger.

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Ancienne terre de nomades, l'immense Kazakhstan offre une palette de paysages à couper le souffle : steppes lunaires ou prairies en fleurs, canyon aux airs de Colorado du parc Charyn, glaciers et lac limpide de la réserve d’Aksu-Jabagly peuplée d’ours, bouquetins, léopards des neiges… Aux confins des mondes russe et chinois, un voyage au Kazakhstan est une aventure hors des sentiers battus, sur la mythique route de la Soie que vous suivez grâce à nos circuits ou voyages en train. À moins que vous ne souhaitiez construire votre itinéraire sur mesure avec nos experts orientalistes, qui connaissent bien ce vaste territoire, puissant État centrasiatique devenu acteur mondial, demeurant pourtant méconnu et mystérieux… La capitale, Astana, surgit au cœur du désert comme phare du Kazakhstan nouveau, avec sa parure ultra-moderne conçue par les plus grands architectes contemporains, sorte de Dubaï centrasiatique. À l'opposé, Almaty, vert foyer culturel et scientifique marqué par l’empreinte soviétique, s'étale au pied de monts aux neiges éternelles… Entre ces deux univers, un voyage au Kazakhstan est l’occasion de faire le plein de culture et d’histoire. Le musée-mémorial Alzhir évoque les horreurs du Goulag. Au kourgane d’Issyk a été découvert le squelette de l’Homme d’Or, guerrier scythe devenu symbole du Kazakhstan moderne. À Otrar, les troupes de Gengis Khan s'ouvrirent les portes de l'Asie centrale et Tamerlan rendit son dernier souffle. À Turkestan s’élève le mausolée de Khodja Ahmed Yasawi, illustre maître soufi du XIIe siècle… Dans un écrin de nature brute, le Kazakhstan fait le trait d’union entre histoire et modernité.

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Comment réussir votre voyage au Kazakhstan ?

Notre méthode pour réussir votre voyage, 1 partez à la meilleure période.

Retrouvez notre guide complet sur le climat pour connaître la saison idéale pour votre prochain voyage. Mois par mois, vous trouverez les températures, l’ensoleillement ainsi que la pluviométrie. Climat et météo au Kazakhstan

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République d’Asie centrale bordée à l’ouest par la mer Caspienne, le Kazakhstan se situe à la frontière de la Chine et de la Russie. Autrefois habité par des populations nomades, ce pays de steppe possède des massifs culminant à plus de 7000 mètres d’altitude, des plaines désertiques et des plateaux immenses. Son territoire est gigantesque, cinq fois plus grand que la France. Pays méconnu, le Kazakhstan vaut le détour ne serait-ce que pour la beauté de sa nature sauvage, la richesse de son patrimoine et la grande hospitalité de ses habitants. Les amoureux de nature et d’aventure pourront pratiquer le trekking ou la randonnée, à la découverte de paysage fabuleux et d’une faune particulièrement riche. Au cœur de ses nombreuses réserves naturelles, des espèces comme l’ours brun, le bouquetin, le lynx ou le très rare léopard des neiges sont préservées. La capitale, Astana, en pleine croissance économique, vous surprendra par son architecture futuriste avec ses multiples buildings surgissant de la steppe désertique et conçus par les plus grands architectes. À plus de 1000 kilomètres au sud, Almaty, ancienne capitale du Kazakhstan, est devenu la capitale culturelle du pays. Elle se situe au pied de montagnes enneigées, les monts Trans-Ili Alataou. Les amoureux d’histoire seront comblés par la richesse de ses musées où sont exposés des milliers d’objets de la culture kazakhe, mais également par sa cathédrale et par la beauté de ses parcs. À des centaines de kilomètres de là, la visite du mausolée Khoja Ahmad Yasawi, monument érigé à la fin du XIVème par Tamerlan, et classé depuis 2002 au patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco, est incontournable. Si vous aimez sortir des sentiers battus et visiter des pays dont l’authenticité a été préservée, le Kazakhstan est le pays qui correspondra le mieux à vos attentes.

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L'avis de sophie.

Le Kazakhstan est un pays immense, le 9e plus grand au monde. Il faut du temps pour l’explorer dans toute sa superficie et sa diversité. Vous ne pourrez pas tout voir d’un seul coup d’œil. Choisissez une région pour un premier voyage et optez pour des trajets en train pour gagner du temps. Le plus facile reste d’avoir son propre véhicule, vélo ou 4X4, et pourquoi pas d’en profiter pour voir d’autres pays voisins comme le Kirghizistan ou l’Ouzbékistan. Je ne peux que vous conseiller de partir dans la steppe, en randonnée à pied ou à cheval, pour découvrir l’âme du Kazakhstan. N’oubliez pas que le développement touristique est encore balbutiant, les routes sont parfois difficiles, les hébergements sommaires et l’anglais peu parlé. Pour une fois, l’expression « hors des sentiers battus » n’est pas galvaudée.

L'avis de la rédaction

❤️  on adore.

• Partir en randonnée dans les monts Altaï
• Passer une nuit sous la yourte et découvrir la culture nomade
• Faire un trek à cheval dans les steppes kazakhes
• S’émerveiller devant la beauté des paysages
• Plonger dans l’histoire de la Route de la Soie ou de l’URSS
• Découvrir un pays loin des circuits touristiques classiques

🙁  Nous aimons un peu moins

• L’état des routes sur le réseau secondaire entraînant de long trajet en voiture.
• Le peu de choix dans les hébergements.
• La difficulté à échanger sans guide/traducteur dans un pays où les habitants ne parlent pas ou peu l’anglais.

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Le Kazakhstan est un pays immense ! Destination épargnée par le tourisme de masse, un voyage au Kazakhstan est un choix original et sans aucun doute une grande aventure. - Au minimum  : 10-15 jours sur place vous permettent de visiter quelques incontournables du Kazakhstan en vous concentrant sur une partie du pays, l’est ou l’ouest par exemple. Privilégiez les liaisons intérieures en avion, car les distances sont longues et les trajets prennent du temps selon l’état des pistes. - Idéalement  : 3 semaines au Kazakhstan permettent d’avoir un aperçu plus complet du pays, de combiner plusieurs régions, d’allier la découverte culturelle avec un trekking, ou une randonnée à cheval dans la steppe ou les monts Altaï et même de voyager en train. - Avec plus de temps  : à partir d’un mois sur place, vous pouvez explorer la plupart des sites incontournables du Kazakhstan, vous immerger dans des régions plus reculées, et peut-être même déborder sur les autres pays alentour en voyageant au Kirghizistan, en Ouzbékistan ou dans l’Altaï russe.

Les ressortissants français n’ont pas besoin de visa pour voyager au Kazakhstan, tant que leur séjour n’excède pas 30 jours. Attention, passeport valide au moins 3 mois après la date de retour. Pensez à consulter le site officiel France Diplomatie pour avoir toutes les dernières informations pour entrer dans le pays.

Les infrastructures touristiques sont peu développées, toutefois il est relativement facile de trouver un hébergement au Kazakhstan. À Almaty ou Astana, vous trouverez des établissements haut de gamme. Partout ailleurs, dans les petits centres-villes, il y a toujours des hôtels de l’époque soviétique, pas toujours charmants, mais avec le confort nécessaire. Les logements chez l’habitant ne sont pas développés sauf dans la steppe où vous pourrez dormir une nuit sous la yourte dans une famille d’éleveurs.

Les marchroutkas sont des minibus collectifs qui permettent de faire des trajets plus rapidement qu’en train ou bus local. Ils desservent les villes principales du pays. En ville, les taxis sont partout, il vous suffit de tendre le bras et un véhicule s’arrêtera. Au Kazakhstan, la densité de population est très faible, pensez bien à cela avant de vous aventurer seul avec votre véhicule dans la steppe. Faites attention à la conduite kazakhe et n’oubliez pas qu’en dehors des grands axes, les routes ne sont pas en bon état et les trajets peuvent être très longs. Le train de nuit est un excellent moyen pour se déplacer et gagner du temps sur les longues distances.

Il n’est pas très facile de partir en trek ou en randonnée à cheval sans guide. Nous vous conseillons de vous adresser à des professionnels du tourisme, des agences locales, des guides anglophones ou francophones qui vous aideront à organiser vos activités. La langue peut être une barrière, car peu de gens parlent anglais. Mais si vous parlez un peu russe, vous vous débrouillerez comme un chef !

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Best time to visit kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan has a continental climate, which lends itself to extreme temperatures. In summer (June to August) it can climb above 96 degrees F and in winter (December to February) you can expect temperatures to be as low as -10 degrees F. Snow stays on the ground for almost half the year. The best time to travel is during spring (May to June) and autumn (September to November) when temperatures are mild. While it can rain at any time of year, the amount varies across the country. In the desert you’ll get very little, while in the mountains it’s best not to leave home without a rain jacket.

Top 5 Tastes of Kazakhstan

1. beshbarmak.

This is Kazakhstan’s national dish and a meat lover’s delight. Chunks of boiled mutton served on flat squares of pasta.

Get ready for sausage, Kazakh-style. Made with horsemeat, the sausage is cooked for two hours before being served with generous servings of onion.

Wash down your main course with a glass of fermented mare’s milk. It’s mildly alcoholic and has a fizzy sensation. Shubat is another version made with camel’s milk.

4. Baursaki

Try these fried, doughy balls of goodness alongside soup.

Make new friends wherever you go by sitting down and sharing a cup of shay. This black or green tea is a Kazakh staple.

Further reading

Kazakhstan travel faqs, do i need a covid-19 vaccine to join an intrepid trip.

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travelers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

Do I need a visa to travel to Kazakhstan?

Many nationalities, including Australia, Germany, USA, Canada, United Kingdom and New Zealand do not require a visa for stays of up to 30 days. Please check with your local consulate for the most up to date requirements.

Is tipping customary in Kazakhstan?

A service charge of 10% is usually included at most restaurants so tipping isn’t necessary.

What is the internet access like in Kazakhstan?

There is internet access available in the main cities, including at many hotels and cafes.

Can I use my cell phone while in Kazakhstan?

Reception is good in the main towns but sketchy elsewhere. Ensure you have global roaming activated with your carrier if you wish to use your phone.

What are the toilets like in Kazakhstan?

Toilet facilities may be very basic. Expect drop toilets outside of hotels and bring your own toilet paper as there may not be any.

What will it cost for a…?

• Bottle of soft drink = 120 KZT
• Beer in a bar or restaurant = 400 KZT
• Simple lunch = 800 KZT
• Three-course meal = 3500 KZT
• Short taxi ride = 500 KZT

Can I drink the water in Kazakhstan?

Drinking tap water in Kazakhstan isn’t recommended. For environmental reasons, try to avoid buying bottled water. Fill a reusable water bottle or canteen with filtered water. It's also advisable to avoid ice in drinks and peel fruit and vegetables before eating.

Are credit cards accepted widely in Kazakhstan?

Credit cards are accepted in major shops and hotels in Almaty and Astana, but everywhere else you will need to rely on cash.

What is ATM access like in Kazakhstan?

ATMs are widespread in larger towns and cities.

What public holidays are celebrated in Kazakhstan?

For a current list of public holidays in Kazakhstan go to the World Travel Guide website.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before traveling?

Absolutely. All passengers traveling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance

How do I stay safe and healthy while traveling?

From Australia?

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Go to:  UK Foreign Travel Advice

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Go to:  Safe Travel

From the US?

Go to:  US Department of State

The World Health Organisation also provides useful health information.

Regions [ edit ]

Cities [ edit ]

• 51.133333 71.433333 1 Astana — second largest city, and capital since 1997. Worth visiting but you only need a few days to get to the most worthwhile sights. This city is brand new and being built very rapidly. If you want to see what the old Aqmola looks like, you need to do it now as it is disappearing very rapidly.
• 43.24 76.915 2 Almaty — largest city, and capital until 1998. Definitely a must-see. Beside the Soviet-style city, you may want to go to the Medeu and other places in the nearby mountains.
• 50.283611 57.229722 3 Aktobe
• 47.116667 51.883333 4 Atyrau — oil capital of Kazakhstan, with large onshore Tengiz and offshore Kashagan oilfields nearby
• 52.315556 76.956389 5 Pavlodar — Kazakh city in the very north of the country, founded in 1720, closed until 1992 for its military significance in tank production, and home to one very impressive mosque, as well as other interesting Orthodox churches and various memorials
• 50.411111 80.2275 6 Semey ( Semipalatinsk ) — university city notorious for the nearby atomic bomb testing site
• 42.3 69.6 7 Shymkent — Kazakhstan's third largest city, very crowded with Uzbek people, it is an old market town located near Tashkent and some beautiful mountains; now booming with oil exploration
• 43.301944 68.269167 8 Turkestan — another ancient city, long a border town between the Persian culture to the south and the Turkic nomadic culture to the north, now majority Uzbek and home to several important cultural-historical monuments
• 49.95 82.616667 9 Ust-Kamenogorsk — mining city in the Altai mountains; primarily Russian-speaking

Other destinations [ edit ]

• 42.3333 70.6667 1 Aksu-Zhabagly — a nature reserve
• 45.63 63.314 3 Baikonur — site of the spaceport
• 49.416667 75.416667 4 Karkaraly National Park

Understand [ edit ]

History [ edit ].

Ethnic Kazakhs, a mix of Turkic and Mongol nomadic tribes who migrated into the region in the 13th century, were united as a single nation in the mid-16th century. The area was conquered by the Russian Empire in the 18th century, and Kazakhstan became a Soviet Republic in 1936. The traditionally-nomadic Kazakhs were forced to sedentarize as part of Stalin's collectivization policies. While it became independent following the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, the country is still home to a large ethnic Russian minority, and the Russian language continues to be widely spoken.

During the launching of the 1950s and 1960s agricultural "Virgin Lands" program, Soviet citizens were encouraged to help cultivate Kazakhstan's northern pastures. This influx of immigrants (mostly Russians, but also some other deported nationalities, including the Volga Germans) skewed the ethnic mixture and enabled non-Kazakhs to outnumber natives. Independence has caused many of these newcomers and their descendants to emigrate.

Modern Kazakhstan is a neo-patrimonial state characterized by considerable nepotism and dominance over political and economic affairs by President Nursultan Nazarbayev, who stepped down in March 2019 after a 29-year-tenure. However, it is not a severely authoritarian government compared to bordering Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and China and opposition is not usually sacked or imprisoned. Since independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, the Kazakh government has allowed foreign investment to flow into the capital to develop. The development of significant oil and gas reserves, particularly in the north and west, has brought a large amount of wealth to the country, though the money falls into the hands of just a few people. Nevertheless, Kazakhstan is now labelled a middle-income country, and is already classified with a high human development index. Corruption in Kazakhstan is ubiquitous compared to China, but it is not as widespread as other countries in the region.

Religion [ edit ]

While Islam is the majority religion, Kazakhstan is nevertheless a secular state with a significant Christian minority, and the variety of Islam practised here tends to be more liberal than that in the Middle East.

Economy [ edit ]

Current issues include: developing a cohesive national identity; expanding the development of the country's vast energy resources and exporting them to world markets (an oil pipeline to China has been built; the gas pipeline is under construction); achieving a sustainable economic growth outside the oil, gas, and mining sectors, and strengthening relations with surrounding states and other foreign powers. Kazakhstan is also a key part of China's Belt and Road Initiative, with plans for a high-speed rail through Kazakhstan linking China to Europe.

Visitor information [ edit ]

• Visit Kazakhstan website

Get in [ edit ]

Historically, entering Kazakhstan used to be a hassle. The Kazakh government is keen on opening up Kazakhstan to the rest of the world and today, most people can enter the country without a visa.

Entry requirements [ edit ]

Citizens of the following countries (ordinary passport holders) may enter Kazakhstan without a visa for up to a certain number of days:

• 14 days: China (mainland), Hong Kong , India and Iran
• 30 days: Australia , Austria , Argentina , Bahrain , Belgium , Bulgaria , Brazil , Vatican City , United Kingdom , Hungary , Vietnam , Germany , Greece , Denmark , Israel , Indonesia , Ireland , Iceland , Spain , Italy , Canada , Qatar , Cyprus , Colombia , South Korea , Kuwait , Latvia , Lithuania , Liechtenstein , Luxembourg , Malaysia , Malta , Mexico , Monaco , Netherlands , New Zealand , Norway , United Arab Emirates , Oman , Poland , Portugal , Romania , Saudi Arabia , Serbia , Singapore , Slovakia , Slovenia , United States , Thailand , Turkey , Uzbekistan , Philippines , Finland , France , Croatia , Czech Republic , Chile , Switzerland , Sweden , Ecuador , Estonia and Japan
• 90 days: Azerbaijan , Armenia , Belarus , Georgia , Kyrgyzstan , Moldova , Mongolia , Russia , Tajikistan and Ukraine

Check the Kazakh government website for the latest list. All other nationalities are required to obtain a visa in advance, which will require you to present a letter of invitation from a resident of Kazakhstan. If you are joining a package tour, the tour company can usually procure the letter of invitation for an additional fee; check with the company to be sure.

If you know in advance that your stay will be longer, e.g. for work, then you need a visa, which will need to be supported by an official Letter of Invitation from the employer or agency in Kazakhstan. For more information see Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan . For tourist visits where you're enjoying the country so much that you want to stay on, the simplest way is to take a trip to neighbouring Kyrgyzstan, which also has no visa requirement for many countries, and come straight back to gain another 30-day stay. There's no limit how often you do this.

Registration (card): Never lose the registration card that you're given on entry. It must have at least one stamp on it, corresponding to the entry stamp in your passport. For most visitors it will have two, meaning that you're already registered for the duration of your stay, and don't need to register with the immigration police. If it only has one stamp, you must register within five days of entering Kazakhstan (there are offices in Astana and Almaty), and again in each place you visit for more than 72 hours. And you must also present yourself immediately if you lose it: otherwise you'll endure much grief, probably fines and possibly detention, when you try to leave the country.

As of Sep 2018, as a holder of a western passport, one receives 2 entry stamps right away, and 1 stamp in the passport, both when entering by plane and at the Kyrgyz border. No address of stay needs to be presented.

By plane [ edit ]

Kazakhstan's flag carrier is Air Astana which flies into Almaty and Astana from Abu Dhabi , Moscow , Delhi , Beijing , Istanbul , Bangkok , Hannover , London , Amsterdam , Baku , Kuala Lumpur , Frankfurt , and Seoul .

Air Astana keeps a monopoly on some international routes by limiting which airlines can fly to Kazakhstan.

Lufthansa also has daily flights to Almaty, from where you can go anywhere via local carrier SCAT, which flies to most cities in Kazakhstan. British Airways and KLM now fly several times a week to Heathrow and Schiphol respectively. There is also a non-stop connection twice a week from Prague, operated by Czech airlines. Turkish Airlines is a good passenger carrier, with flights to Istanbul (ask a travel agent about the student fares, which can be a great deal).

There are twice a week flights from Seoul to Almaty; one is with Asiana Airlines, and the other is Astana. Airbaltic also flies to Almaty; if you reserve tickets in advance, you can go there for €130 (from Riga ).

Etihad flies weekly from Abu Dhabi to Astana. Flight time is around 4½ hours.

Taxi fares from the airport to the city range are 2,000-3,000 tenge.

A Russian transit visa is needed if changing planes in Russia when travelling to or from Kazakhstan.

By train [ edit ]

Trains in Kazakhstan are slow but comfortable and clean. Popular routes include Almaty to/from Moscow (77 hours), Novosibirsk (35 hours) and Ürümqi , China (34 hours). Count on a 3–4 hr stay at the Russian border or 6–8 hr at the Chinese border. Trains in Kazakhstan can also be booked on-line. For trains use Railways.KZ and book Talgo trains are much more modern and the smell of the bathroom makes the slight increase in price entirely worth it.

By car [ edit ]

You can enter Kazakhstan by car through many of the border checkpoints on main roads into the country. However, be prepared to wait up to 24 hours in the queues, with rather poor facilities.

By bus [ edit ]

From china [ edit ].

It is fairly easy to travel from Ürümqi to Almaty via sleeper bus, especially if you aren't in a hurry and don't mind living on a bus for 24 to 36 hours. The border crossing itself is a bit of a hike, and you may be made to carry all of your belongings with you for quite a way in some seriously warm weather. The bus trip and "baggage fees" are around US$45. You can pick up your Kazakhstan visa at the consulate in Ürümqi as well, but be prepared to chill for at least a week waiting, and be sure to get a copy of your passport before handing it over.

From Kyrgyzstan [ edit ]

It is a straight forward 3½-4½ hr (mini) bus ride from Bishkek to Almaty for about 1,200-1,800 tenge, depending on the option you choose (e.g. 500 som directly from the Bishkek Western Bus Station). For more information, see Almaty .

By boat [ edit ]

Freighters travel regularly between Baku and Aktau , and it is possible to hitch a ride. It is common for ships to be held up, even for weeks, before entering port, so you had better stock up on food and water before boarding. See freighter travel to better understand how this works.

Get around [ edit ]

You can travel within the country using taxis, buses, trains and planes, it depends on your budget and demands.

In Semipalatinsk (Semey) a marshrutka costs 35 tenge, and a large bus costs 35-40 tenge. In Astana it ranges between 60-65 tenge.

Public buses [ edit ]

Public transportation in big cities is rather popular. You can use buses, trolleys, trams and minibuses. One big minus of all of them is that they never come on schedule and very crowded on peak time. Moreover, there is absolutely no plan with bus stops and schedule whatsoever. If you don't speak Russian, taking the bus will be quite tricky but not impossible.

Marshrutkas [ edit ]

Similar to regular buses and another cheap way to get around is by taking a marshrutka. These are the dilapidated transport vans that cruise around or between towns. They usually have a sign (in Russian) listing the destination, and the driver will usually call out where they are going. However, you will not find them operating inside of Almaty city.

Long-distance buses [ edit ]

They're a popular alternative to trains and are faster, but less comfortable. Similarly to train travel, you will need to buy your ticket in advance and will be given a seat number. Be careful when the bus makes a toilet stop, the driver often does not check whether all the passengers are on board before driving away!

Fares are relatively low, for instance a single from Almaty to Karaganda (14 hr) will cost you 2,500 tenge—much cheaper than a flight ticket.

By taxi [ edit ]

Use taxis as they are very cheap (€2-6 within the city). You don't have to use official taxis in most cities, basically you can stop almost any car on the street by raising your hand. It works well in Almaty & Astana, but in Karaganda the best way is one of taxis by phone. It some cheaper and even faster than hitch-hike waiting.

Apps such as Uber or Bolt do not work in Kazakhstan, but you can download Yandex Go and use this for everything. However, you will need a burner Apple/Google Play account locked to the Kazakhstan market and a Kazakh number to set up the account. If you are staying there for any length, this is highly advisable as they are cheap and efficient nationwide.

Getting to the Almaty airport can be expensive. Taxis to the airport vary greatly in price. Any foreigner will be quoted a very expensive rate but usually drivers will come down once they see they aren't going to be able to get that much. US$50 is outlandish. Do not accept the first price as it will result in your being overcharged. It should be less than US$10, although it can never be guaranteed that a foreigner will get that price. A better option are the minibuses and buses that go to the airport. The word "airport" is very similar in Russian and English.

A common way to get around is by unofficial taxis. Any time of day, just wave your hand and someone will stop. Locals do this all the time. Negotiate the price and destination before you agree to go. About US$2-4 is fair for a ride within the centre of Almaty. If your Russian is poor or non-existent, you will be charged a lot more than locals; to avoid this, try to use public buses as much as you can and don't hesitate to tell the driver how much you are ready to pay (do this before he tells you how much he wants). To be safe though, do not get in a car if more than one person is driving. Also, do not take these kind of taxis for long distances or anywhere that goes through remote areas, as there are frequent robberies, especially of foreigners.

Always try to have exact amount of money in cash (the price which you negotiated with a taxi driver), since usually they will not give you change. So if the price should be 350 tenge, give the driver 350 tenge, not more (as he or she might not give change).

By rail [ edit ]

Train is the most popular way of covering the huge distances between Kazakhstan's main cities. The main railway stations are in Astana, Karaganda and Almaty, but stations can be found in almost every big city.

The rolling stock, train classes, ticket and reservation systems were inherited from the former Soviet Railways, so they are very similar to the Russian train system .

Ticket prices are slightly lower than in Russia. Kazakh Railways tickets can be bought online.

Kazakhstan is a large country. For instance, it will take you almost 24 hours to get from Almaty to Astana. However, going by train is a very fun way of travelling, since the trains are a great way to meet people. A lot has been written about the pitfalls of being included in a vodka drinking party on a train, but for the most part fellow travellers are friendly, and keen to find out about you ("why aren't you married?" and, if you are, "why don't you have children?", and if you do, "why don't they have children?"!) Most travellers take food for the journey, as restaurant car provision is sporadic (and they expect you to share yours too!). If you don't have enough to last the distance, the trains generally stop for 15–20 minutes at each station and there are always people on the platform selling food and drink, at any time of day or night.

There is also a train called the Talgo, which can cover the distance from Almaty and Astana in 9 hours. The cost of the ticket is about 9,000 tenge.

Air Astana provides offices in a few major hotels in big cities; it's the fastest way of travelling within the city for those who can afford it. Planes are brand new and match European standards in quality. Qazaq Air is a cheaper alternative and also provides some connections between major Kazakh cities, with the most frequently served connection being the route Astana - Almaty.

Renting a car is rather costly compared to other means of transport.

The traffic culture is different from that in the West. Cars and roads in Kazakhstan are often in poor condition. The use of seat belts on the front seats is compulsory and carefully enforced by the police. However, rear seat belts are often not worn or not used. In general, traffic rules are not always respected and speeding is common.

There are relatively few petrol stations on the roads, so if you are going on a longer journey, it is a good idea to take enough fuel with you, including for spare tanks. It is a good idea to buy fuel only from well-known petrol station chains because of the uneven quality of the fuel sold.

Avoid driving at night. In most urban areas, only the main roads are lit. In winter, road surfaces are often dangerously slippery and in winter, roads outside towns and cities may be closed due to snowstorms or high winds.

Talk [ edit ]

Kazakh and Russian are the official languages of Kazakhstan. Both languages are compulsory in all schools, and most people know both of them. Therefore, if you know either of them, you should be fine. However, in some regions people speak more Kazakh and in others they prefer Russian. For example, Shymkent and the western regions mostly use Kazakh but the northern part of the country and the city of Almaty remain to a large extent Russian-speaking. Kazakh will be somewhat familiar if you know another Turkic language, and Russian if you know another Slavic language.

Many people under age 20 will know some English, as will many customs officials and airport staff.

It is difficult to get around the country without some Russian or Kazakh language skills; though, within the more modernized cities, it is easier. Have your place of residence written on a card and get a taxi if you get lost (you might be somewhat overcharged by the taxi, but it is better than being lost).

See [ edit ]

As the Kazakhs were traditionally nomads who lived on horseback, Kazakhstan for the most part lacks the monumental Islamic architecture of neighboring Uzbekistan . However, Kazakhstan makes up for this with its wealth of natural beauty, which can be seen in the wide open spaces between its cities.

Visitors wanting to experience the traditional Kazakh nomadic lifestyle will likely be disappointed. Under Stalin's collectivization policy during the period of Soviet rule, the Kazakhs were forced to sedentarize and become farmers, all but wiping out the nomadic tradition within the borders of modern Kazakhstan. There are opportunities for tourists to stay in Kazakh yurts, but these were re-created in the post-Soviet era as tourist attractions, and are not an authentic part of the daily lives of regular Kazakh people. Nevertheless, traditional Kazakh clothing still reflects that nomadic heritage and traditional life on horseback, the horse remains an important part of Kazakh culture, which visitors can see on display in its full glory during major traditional festivals. Perhaps ironically, the traditional Kazakh nomadic lifestyle is better preserved among the ethnic Kazakh minorities in Western Mongolia and China 's Xinjiang province than in Kazakhstan, making those better destinations if that is what you are looking to experience.

• Baikonur – The famous cosmodrome site for the launch of the first manned orbital flight by Yuri Gagarin. The modern town of Baikonur was built near the existing village of Tyuratam. As the cosmodrome area (6,000 km 2 ) is rented by Russia, no Kazakh visa is needed if you fly in directly from Moscow. Tours can be organised but reportedly these take weeks to be approved by Russian authorities.
• Köl-Say Lakes
• The modern buildings of Astana – A contrast to most of the rest of Kazakhstan
• Endless desert and steppe in much of the country
• The Altai mountains in eastern Kazakhstan, and other mountain chains along the southern border.
• Nature reserves – Kazakhstan has various natural landscapes and is home to about 10 nature reserves that provide a haven for rare and endangered species.

Do [ edit ]

• Sauna complexes . Because of its cold and windy weather, visiting saunas with friends is very popular in Kazakhstan. Saunas (Russian banyas or Finnish steam rooms) are an excellent place to discuss business issues or just socialize with friends. Having parties (birthdays, New Year, etc.) in saunas is a normal practice. In fact many modern sauna complexes in Almaty and Astana are usually fully equipped with karaoke, billiards, swimming pools, relax rooms, massage rooms, etc. Some saunas are a cover for sex services, and many will include a "happy end" option when taking a massage.  

Costs [ edit ]

Kazakhstan is slightly more expensive than Uzbekistan, but still cheaper than Turkmenistan. A street snack costs around US$0.30-0.70. A night in a dorm in the big cities is US$10-20. A more comfortable double room is US$60-80.

Shopping [ edit ]

Even for people who are not big shoppers, the beautifully crafted felt items will appeal. They are also easy to carry and inexpensive to post.

Eat [ edit ]

Meat, potatoes, rice and pasta. And lots of it. If you're vegetarian be wary, because if it doesn't have meat in it, it will be almost certainly cooked in meat stock.

Some recommended dishes:

• Beshbarmak - "five fingers", a horse meat and pasta dish with potato and onion. The national traditional dish of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan most often served for special occasions. Can also be made with beef or lamb. Most restaurants that serve it will present a portion enough for two or three people.
• Kazy - handmade horse meat sausage, could be cooked and served with Beshbarmak, but not at the restaurants, unless you ask to do so when preorder menu. If you did not, it would be served as cold meat appetizer with other types of cold meat appetizers (Zhaya, Basturma, Shyzhyk). And separate price would be charged. Kazakh dish.
• Laghman - a thick noodle dish with meat, carrot and onion, usually served as a soup.Some other veggies could be added too.
• Manty - large steamed dumplings full of meat and onions. Sometimes made with onions or pumpkin. Traditional Uighur dish.
• Plov - wonderful dish of fried rice, meat, carrots, and sometimes other bits such as raisins or tomatoes. Traditional Uzbek dish.
• Shashlyk or Shish Kebab - skewered, roasted chunks of marinated meat, served with some sort of flatbread (usually lavash) and onions. Various marinates can be used, and different ways to cook it, open fire or other.
• Baursaky - bread best served piping hot. A little like an unsweetened doughnut. Kazakh.
• Pelmeni - boiled dumplings made from different kinds of meat or potato. Russian.

If you're a vegetarian, you're probably thinking there's nothing for you in Kazakhstan. And you're right, if you eat out. But if you're cooking your own food, you'll be more than satisfied. Kazakhstan has some excellent products available at little markets everywhere. You will be amazed at the taste and availability of fresh organic veggies at low price! For a treat in Almaty, try Govinda's, a delicious vegetarian Hare Krishna restaurant. Malls have food courts with some vegetarian options too. Even some small Kazakh eateries will prepare vegetarian meals for you if you make it very clear to them (e.g. "byez myasa" (without meat), "ya vegeterianetz" (I [male] am a vegetarian), "ya vegetarianka" (I [female] am a vegetarian) in Russian). At some places (e.g. smak) you can even find vegetarian manty made with pumpkin.

The legacy of Korean resettlement in Kazakhstan means that Korean dishes, particularly salads, are very common. At the country's many bazaars (independent food and goods markets), look for the Korean ladies selling these. They will wrap you up any number of delicious, often spicy and garlicky salads to take away in plastic bags. If you are vegetarian, this may be the only decent thing you get to eat while you're in the country.

On the other hand, in Kazakhstan you can find any dishes you want, but Chinese and Japanese dishes are very expensive. The most delicious is caviar, which is very cheap, you can buy 1 kilo of caviar for less than US$300 in Almaty Zyeloniy Bazaar, but you can't export or take it with you home; you will be stopped at the airport and pay high fines.

Eating out is relatively cheap; you basically order the meat dish and then add rice, potatoes, etc. Each element is priced individually, so you can order for instance only meat or only rice. Prices are relatively cheap, count 500 tenge for chicken, 1,000 tenge for beef, and up to 1,500 tenge for horse, a local delicacy. Of course, the fancier the restaurant, the higher the price. If you don't speak Russian, things are relatively hard as the majority of restaurants don't have English menus (with the exception of some hyped places in Almaty).

While Kazakhs are not very religious, most do not eat pork. Be aware of this if you are dining out with Kazakhs or planning a dinner at home. Also many dishes that are made elsewhere with pork (such as dumplings or sausage) are made with beef or mutton here.

Drink [ edit ]

Traditional beverages include:

• Kumiss - fermented mare's milk, up to 6% alcohol content. Imagine tart lemonade, mixed with semi-sour milk.
• Kumyran (Shubat)- fermented camel's milk
• Kvas - described as similar to root beer it can be bought in a bottle in a store, or by the cup from people with giant yellowish tanks of it on the street.
• Tan . Fizzy beverage made of mare's milk.
• Cheap alcoholic drinks can be found at every little corner shop (called the astanovka). These places are open 24/7, just knock on their door if the shopkeeper is asleep. Kazakhstan's speciality is cognac, though stores still sell vodka cheaper than bottled water at times. However, some of these astanovka sometimes sell alcohol of dubious origin; for the sake of your stomach you may want to buy your beverage in a supermarket, although the price will definitely be higher.
• Several brands of beer , of good quality and flavor, are made in Karaganda. Becker, Staut, Tian-Shan, Derbes, Irbis, Alma-Ata. Local brands brewed in Almaty are pretty good.
• Juices , in cartons, are common and delicious, especially peach juice.
• Tea is widely available, mostly very good and often quite strong. If you are on a budget this is the thing to order with your food. Tea is culturally important in Kazakhstan - "shai" time is one of the most important things a visitor can engage in to learn about the culture.
• Coffee . Modern coffee houses and western-style cafés are appearing. They serve good coffee. Coffeedelia (Kabanbai batyr and Furmanov) is popular with expats and does OK coffee. One of the best coffee in Almaty can be found at 4A Coffee where they roast their own daily. Gloria Jeans and Marone Rosso also can be found.
• Wine . Try the local variety. A good one can be had for less than US$4 a bottle. "Bibigul" is perhaps the most consistently good wine, and it comes in a semi-dry red or semi-dry white. Avoid drinking wine in restaurants. It's usually very expensive.
• Vodka . Good vodka at US$8–10 per bottle. In restaurants that do not usually cater to foreigners you get 20(!) cl if you order a vodka, smaller servings not available. Buy a bottle of "Kazakhstan" vodka to take back. It is in a pretty bottle with a picture of Kazakh hunting with a falcon seen through a "window". Try Edil vodka, which is made with the pantacrene of local deer antlers.

Sleep [ edit ]

There are numerous hotels, from very cheap ones (€10 per night) to the luxurious ones. You wouldn't find the cheapest ones on the web; the only way to book them is to call directly, but in that case you'll have to speak Russian at the least.

There are almost no camping sites except in Burabay/Borovoe in Kazakhstan. You can, however, camp almost anywhere due to the huge uninhabited spots. The scenery is beautiful but because of the very hot weather: don't forget to take plenty of water with you as you can very easily spend many of days without seeing anybody. If you camp near a nomadic tribe, ask for the permission to stay near; it will not be refused.

Work [ edit ]

Unlike certain European countries still recovering from recession, Kazakhstan abounds in employment or business opportunities. Skilled professionals may be able to find a job in the energy or educational sector. Salaries tend to decrease as the country is working towards ensuring equal pay for locals and expatriate staff. Expatriate candidates must obtain a work permit. It is difficult to get a work permit.

Stay safe [ edit ]

Kazakhstan is a country where the population has a long history of balanced, harmonious, multi-ethnic social interaction, where both guests and locals are treated with respect during everyday life, with certain exceptions (described below in more detail). Visitors will experience hospitality and warmth in this country. However, your personal safety may vary from very safe to relatively unsafe depending on your location, time of the day, circumstances, and your personal behaviour. Unlike in some other former Soviet Union countries, black, South Asian and Middle Eastern people should feel comfortable.

Generally, Kazakh cities are safe during the day, but certain parts of major cities should be avoided at night to reduce risk, namely, all parts of Almaty below Tashkentskaya street and all microdistrict areas within these zones, certain other remote microdistricts, and areas with high concentrations of shabby private houses (such as Shanyrak) and all smaller towns such as Shar, Stepnogorsk, and Temirtau may present a higher risk of mugging and violent crime.

In smaller towns, e.g. Taraz , Balkhash, Shymkent, Taldykorgan, Uralsk, Semey and Ust-Kamenogorsk, going out at night should not present a significant risk, though infrequent muggings do ocur.

Although illegal, prostitution has become widespread in many big cities lately. Usually prostitutes work in hotels, night clubs or saunas. Also, local classified newspapers typically have a whole section dedicated to escort services. Many sex workers in Kazakhstan are in fact from neighbouring less economically developed states such as Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.

Keep your passport (or a certified copy of your passport and visa) with you at all times. While the situation has improved lately, police might still try to extort money from foreigners, especially on trains and long-distance buses. Unless the officers involved are drunk, it is possible to avoid paying them by pretending not to understand, or by claiming poverty.

The risk of violent crime is comparable with Eastern European countries and rougher parts of major US cities. An ordinary tourist should not experience any violent crime and is unlikely to be a target of minor crimes, if their behaviour stays within generally accepted norms in public places.

Excessive consumption of alcohol and visiting a nightclub will always present a higher risk, especially if a person goes out alone. It is advisable to go out as a group, or even better, with locals. Late at night, people speaking foreign languages may receive extra attention from local police, who have been known to falsely accuse a person of petty crimes, make an arrest, and attempt to obtain a 1,000-5,000 tenge cash payment "fine". Mobile phones work in most places and should be used to call a local-language speaking friend.

A foreign man soliciting a local woman on the streets or in a nightclub may draw unwanted attention from locals, or might result in arguments. Normal western attention and respect for women and children, including a smile or kind greeting, can be taken by a local husband or father as threatening or offensive.

Carrying expensive phones, watches and jewellery; or otherwise demonstrating wealth in public may result in closer attention from pickpockets and potential criminals. Outside Almaty and Astana, this should be avoided.

There is zero tolerance for any drugs, and trace amounts may result in criminal investigation, prosecution and a prison sentence. Prisons are known to be dangerous and often inhumane.

Careless and drunk driving is a problem. It is always advisable to obey traffic rules and wear seat belts. In most cities, using local taxis may present a higher risk than official public transportation due to many taxis operating unlicensed with incompetent drivers. Situations of unlicensed taxi drivers demanding additional fees before releasing luggage from their boot, or driving off and stealing luggage are more common than would be expected in western cities with a well-regulated taxi industry. It's advisable to keep your valuables and passport in your pockets and your most valuable bag on your lap. Public transportation and taxis are much less expensive than in western cities.

Major criminal organisations are active in the Shu valley, between Taraz and Almaty. Locals widely report a heavy police presence, and that corrupt police are known to plant drugs on both local and foreign visitors.

Watch out for food poisoning from shady vendors in smaller towns. In Astana, completely legitimate cafes may include milder drugs in their drinks menu. A misunderstanding can get the unwary traveler lots more than he bargained for.

There have been cases of violence against foreign workers in West Kazakhstan. A housing camp of Turkish workers was destroyed, with many workers assaulted, due to anger about foreigners taking local jobs and an alleged rape of a local woman.

Stay healthy [ edit ]

In general, the level of health care and hygiene is not up to Western standards. When travelling to smaller places, it is a good idea to bring your own medical supplies. There may also be a shortage of medicines.

In an emergency, call an ambulance at the general hospital on duty on 103. However, you should consider using local hospitals.

When travelling to forested and mountainous areas, especially in the early summer months, tick-borne encephalitis should be taken into account. Tuberculosis and HIV are also present in the country. There have been a few cases of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever in South Kazakhstan and cases of Lyme disease in rural areas.

In order to avoid stomach infections and food poisoning, particular attention should be paid to hygiene when preparing food and drinks, especially during the summer months. The municipal water is more or less drinkable, with no real nasties, but try to boil it if possible. Bottled water is cheap and easily available. When at restaurants, ask specifically for Asu, Borjomi, Sary-Agash or Tassay mineral waters. Many other widely-known water brands can be found in restaurants and supermarkets. If you have to use tap water, it is advisable to boil the water before using it.

Travellers should have comprehensive travel insurance, including cover for aircraft evacuation in the event of serious illness or accident. Many hospitals either do not accept international travel insurance at all or only accept it from certain insurance companies. Payment by international credit card is not possible in all hospitals, so payment must be made in local cash (tenge). Before you travel, check with your insurance company which clinic in Kazakhstan you should contact in case of an emergency.

Respect [ edit ]

Kazakh people have more pride than most Westerners would expect. Therefore, insulting or negative comments about Kazakhstan or local Kazakh people will often result in arguments and possible threats of physical violence. It is not recommended to get into an argument with locals, as Kazakhstan is a nation where physical power is part of the local culture, and can occasionally lead to a fatal last argument.

Do not associate the country with Borat. Many Kazakhs believe that the movie misrepresents, insults, and defames the country.

Connect [ edit ]

Phone numbers [ edit ].

Kazakhstan has used +7 6xx or +7 7xx as its dialling code (as with Russia), but on January 1, 2023, the country started to progressively switch to using +997. However, the +7 code will still be used (through permissive dialling) until the end of 2024.

Go next [ edit ]

The land border can be crossed to Russia , China , Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan . Check the requirements for crossing the border to Turkmenistan . There is a ferry to Azerbaijan .

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Your ultimate kazakhstan travel guide, with tips, and things to see and things to do in kazakhstan. great for first-time and returning travelers..

When most people think of Kazakhstan they probably picture Borat and big open spaces.  It is true, it is full of wide open spaces. When traveling through the country you will see farmland for as far as the eye can see.

You’ll see deserts and oil fields and a vast landscape with wide-open skies. It’s beautiful, like a desert. You’ll feel as if you are the only person in the world. While we camped our way through the country, we would sit alone at night in silence.

Every so often a farmer or family would stop at our campsite to say hello or watch us work. They couldn’t understand why we were sitting in the middle of a field. We loved the solitude of the countryside.

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Fast Facts about Kazakhstan

• Russian power voltage is 220V 50Hz;  Plug C & F
• The Kazakhstan currency is the Kazakhstani tenge is around 240 KZT to 1 USD
• Try Shubat or Kumiss. Camel milk or horse milk.
• Make sure to pack some extra wet wipes and stomach/diarrhea tablets!
• Upon arrival in Kazakhstan, citizens of foreign countries are required to obtain an immigration card that is date stamped. Hotel registration is also recorded on the card. Foreigners are given a grace period of 5 days to register, however there are specific cases for different countries so make sure to check out this information before you land in Kazakhstan.
• Travelers from specific countries are exempt from visas while others (like Canada, Belgium, Australia) must be obtain a visa  in advance  and  not  upon arrival. Check with the local Kazakhstan embassy for up to date information and requirements.
• Clothes are line-dried. Many areas of the country lack washing machines as well, so prepare for the possibility of hand washing!
• Some areas that are popular with travelers, including Big Almaty Lake, Kolsai lakes, Medeo, Charyn canyon, Alakol lake, Monakhov Gorge and other are now “closed” areas. Travelers need to obtain permissions to enter from the Immigration police Office in Almaty.
• Water is cities is chlorinated, so it is safe to drink but not recommended. Bottled water is also widely available.

Things to See and Do in Kazakhstan

• Kaindy Lake  – This lake in the mountains was formed after a natural disaster (earthquake) that occurred in 1911. It is famous as a turquoise mountain lake.
• Baikonur Cosmodrome  – It was initially formed as a secret missile testing site and a base for Soviet Space Programs. It is a peek spot for travelers to look into history.
• The Aral Sea  – This is a rusting ship that is present in a desert where there used to be a sea. There was an environmental disaster caused by man-made activities that left it dry.
• Astana, Kazakhstan: The City at Night  – Before going there, we had never heard of its capital city Astana, we didn’t know anything about architecture or its people and we didn’t really know what countries bordered it.
• Kazakhstan a Country of Contrasts  – When most people think of Kazakhstan they probably picture Borat and big open spaces. It is true, it is full of wide-open spaces.

Accommodation

Budget  – You can stay in budget hotels for around $21 a night in Kazakhstan. These often include free breakfast, internet access, and a TV.

Mid-Range –  Mid-range hotels will cost you around $79 a night in Kazakhstan and may include a restaurant, airport transfers, and free parking, WI-FI, and a gym.

High End –  High-end hotels start at around $118 per night and may include a private balcony, pool, business center, airport transfer, laundry facilities, and free toiletries.

Check out our favorite booking platforms  Booking.com ,  Tripadvisor  and VRBO for the best deals on accommodation in Kazakhstan.

• Beshbarmak  – This is the national dish of Kazakhstan and among nomadic Turkic peoples in Central Asia. The name means five fingers, as the nomads used to eat it with their hands. It is a dish with boiled meat mixed with noodles and spiced with onion sauce.
• Shashlik  -This dish consists of meat cubes with some vegetables cooked over an open fire or a bed of coals. 
• Kazy  – This common food is a traditional sausage-like food of Kazakhs, Kazy is a common element on a dastarkhan, a table set for a festive meal.
• Manti Dumplings  – The dumplings are made when the manti filling (usually ground lamb) is spiced with black pepper. Manti is served topped with butter, sour cream, or an onion sauce or garlic sauce.  
• Pelmeni  – This is a thin dough dumpling with a filling of meat (beef, lamb, pork) mixed with spices such as black pepper, diced onions, and garlic.
• Baursak – This common appetizer is a puffy bread that is fried and is decorated in a criss-cross pattern.
• Kumis  -This dairy product is a fermented product made from mare’s milk. It contains more sugar than cow or goat’s milk.

The Best Ways to Get Around Kazakhstan

Getting to kazakhstan.

Flights:  Almaty International Airport is the largest in Kazakhstan, located 15 km northeast of the Almaty that is the country’s largest and commercial capital. Direct flights to Kazakhstan are available from Manchester, Spain, and UAE.

You can check for the best flights to Kazakhstan on  Skyscanner .

Transportation:

Buses : Buses in Kazakhstan cost up to 0.21 USD for a one-way ticket and do not depend on the distance.

Taxis / Uber : Initial fare per km in Kazakhstan starts from $1.70.

Car Rental:  Local car services in Kazakhstan have their prices varying from $5 – $6 for 3 hours, whereas International car rentals cost up to $40 per day. You can also compare  prices here .

When to go To Kazakhstan

• The best time to travel to Kazakhstan is during summers, between July – August. The weather is perfect throughout the country in these months. It is the peak season and the best occasion for hikers too. The views are also ideal in these months.

Where to Stay in Kazakhstan

• Holiday Inn ALMATY   – This is a 4-star hotel in Almaty with a restaurant and a fitness center. It also provides other amenities such as a conference room, 24-hour room service. It offers minibars and safes in 277 accommodations. Refrigerators, as well as coffee makers, are provided, and bathrooms include hairdryers and complimentary toiletries.
• Rixos Almaty Hotel   – Rixos Almaty Hotel offers complimentary bottled water and rooms with open balconies. Smart televisions with wireless internet access and a fitness center for the guests. A full-service spa and a sauna are also available.
• The Ritz-Carlton, Astana  – It is the most booked hotel in Almaty. It provides free breakfast, restaurants, internet access, air conditioning, laundry services, free parking, and bars.

Check out our favorite booking platforms Booking.com , Tripadvisor and VRBO for the best deals on accommodation.

What to Pack for Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan has a continental climate, which  means that it can have some extreme temperatures. In summer (June to August) it can climb above 36 degrees °C (96°F) and in winter (December to February) you can expect temperatures to be as low as -26 degrees °C (-10°F).

Snow stays on the ground for almost half the year. The best time to travel is during spring (May to June) and autumn (September to November) when temperatures are mild. While it can rain at any time of year- the desert gets very little rainfall while in the mountains it is best not to leave home without your rain gear.

• Layers –  You could possibly be sweating all afternoon and then be freezing by nightfall! Make sure to stock up on the layers. If you plan on heading to Kazakhstan during the winter make sure to pack the  winter essentials:  Warm, waterproof, fleece-lined boots big enough to wear with heavy wool socks, hat, waterproof gloves and thermal long underwear!
• Classic Basic items  – You do not need to be a fashionista to blend in. The key is in embracing neutral toned items that can be mixed and matched easily. Avoid logos, baseball caps, shorts, hoodies, flip-flops and running shoes as these items scream  tourist!
• Rain Essentials –  the weather can be a little unpredictable so make sure to pack a lightweight easily compacted waterproof/windproof jacket and a pair of waterproof boots.
• Personal Safety products  – Certain areas in Albay are known as pickpocket hotspots. Before leaving for your trip, make sure to pack some  personal safety products , like money belts and locks, so that you can keep your valuables safe on your trip.
• See our packing tips:  packing tips

Kazakhstan Travel Guide: Best Booking Resources

Whenever we travel to we make sure to start with these companies. We have tried a lot of different ones over the years and all of these have consistently proven to be the best when it comes to offering great prices.

We have used every one of these personally and continue to do so.

• Booking.com : This is our go site to when comparing prices for accommodation. It usually has the cheapest prices, especially in Europe and we love their interface. Not to mention you get free cancellation and you are guaranteed the best price.
• Trip Advisor :  What we like about Trip Advisor is that we can look at all the reviews and then book our accommodation. TripAdvisor is where we go when we want to compare prices with multiple accommodation providers.
• VRBO : is the main search engine we use when we are looking for a home or apartment rental. It can sometimes be cheaper than hotels and it is the best way to stay in areas that offer a more local feel.
• Hostelworld :  With one of the largest databases of hostels in the world, Hostelworld is the go-to site when you are looking for budget accommodation.
• Skyscanner : This is the first place we check for flights. It consistently comes back with the cheapest and best options. It allows us to compare a lot of airlines to get the best price.
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Kazakhstan tourism: Is Kazakhstan worth visiting? What is there to see and what are the things to do in Kazakhstan? Here are the 26 best places to visit in Kazakhstan: from the most beautiful landscapes and natural wonders to the best cities and most remarkable historical sites.

Although Kazakhstan is one of the 10 largest countries in the world, it’s still a destination that many travelers haven’t put on their bucket list.

After spending nearly 6 months on and off in the country , I can tell you that Kazakhstan is definitely worth visiting! 

There are many hidden treasures in the country that will leave you in awe, whether it’s because of their beauty or their weirdness. And the best thing of all, tourism in Kazakhstan isn’t so big yet so you won’t have to share these beautiful places with many other travelers!

If you’re an intrepid traveler and like to explore cool, beautiful and unusual sites that people haven’t heard about before, then you should add this huge Central Asian country to your bucket list!

So what are the places to visit in Kazakhstan? Where should you go and what are the things to do in Kazakhstan?

With the help of 4 of my favorite friend-bloggers – who’ve also spent quite some time in the country – I made a list with all the points of interest and the must-see places in Kazakhstan.

Here are the best cities to go to, the most beautiful landscapes to see, the best national parks to hike in, and the most remarkable cultural and historical sites worth visiting.

Join the 10-day Best of Kyrgyzstan-Kazakhstan Adventure and visit Almaty, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes, Lake Kaindy, Karakol, Son Kul lake, and many more! 

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11 beautiful places near Almaty (Southeast Kazakhstan)

The Almaty region is the most visited region of the country.

Almaty is very often the first city where travelers arrive and the majority of them don’t go beyond this part of the country – which is, to be honest, a shame as there are some incredible places in other parts of the country. You’ll find out when you continue reading this article.

The natural diversity of the Almaty region is amazing – from arid deserts and scenic canyons to lush valleys, snowcapped mountains, beautiful glaciers, and turquoise lakes.

Here’s an overview of the most beautiful and coolest places to visit near Almaty and in the Southeast of Kazakhstan. You’ll need about 10 to 15 days if you want to visit them all. 

For every place, I added info on how to get there by public transport but the easiest way is by driving there yourself. If you wanted to rent a car, check your options with Rentalcars .

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Almaty is the former capital of Kazakhstan and the largest city of the country. It’s the gateway of many travelers who start their journey in the country or travel to the neighboring country Kyrgyzstan.

Almaty is a surprisingly modern city. It’s the scientific, cultural, historical, industrial and financial center of the country and by the looks of the number of banks, shopping malls and modern designs of the buildings, you can tell that there’s money invested in this city!

I often visited Almaty whenever I had to renew my visa for Kyrgyzstan , and I always enjoyed spending a couple of days here.

Fun fact: The name Almaty means comes from the Kazakh name ‘Alma-Ata’, which means ‘father of apples’. It is believed that the Almaty region is the birthplace of the first apple on earth.

According to a legend, the Garden of Eden was located somewhere in the city and the place where Adam picked the forbidden fruit.

Whether or not this Kazakhstan city was the Garden of Eden, Almaty surely has a spectacular beauty, being surrounded by the beautifully snow-capped Tian Shan mountains where you can find the last wild apple forests in the world .

How to get to Almaty:

Almaty is the Rome of Kazakhstan as all the roads in the country lead to this city. You can get there by train , minibus or by plane .

You can also travel from Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan) to Almaty by minibus .

Read all the practical information about traveling to and around Almaty in  The Ultimate Travel Guide to Kazakhstan

Where to stay in Almaty:

There are many lodging options in Almaty that can be used as a great base to visit nearby places, varying from budget hostels to high-end hotels.

Recommended budget hostels in Almaty:

• Evergreen Hostel

Recommended mid-range hotels and guesthouses in Almaty:

• Garden Park Inn
• Guest House on Sadovaya

Recommend high-end hotels in Almaty:

• Kazzhol Park Hotel
• The Ritz – Carlton Almaty

Things to do in and around Almaty:

• Visit the Ascension/ Zenkov Cathedral
• Go people-watching at the Green Bazaar
• Enjoy a stroll through Panfilov Park
• Take a cable car to Kok Tobe
• Go on one of the many beautiful day trips and hikes around Almaty

A l m a t y C i t y G u i d e : T h e 1 9 b e s t t h i n g s t o d o i n A l m a t y

• Top Tip: Go on a guided city walking tour to visit all the places of interest in Almaty!

2. Ile-Alatau National Park

The Ile-Alatau National Park is a beautiful national park located in the Trans-Ile Alatau mountains south of Almaty. The park was created in 1966 and is home to approximately 300 species of wildlife, including the snow leopard.

There are lots of hiking trails in the National Park that will bring you through woodlands and alpine meadows towards beautiful waterfalls, glaciers, and lakes.

The park is the perfect place to do some beautiful one-day hikes and treks if you want to get out of the city for a while.

Hiking in Almaty: The 5 Best Hikes

The world’s largest outdoor ice-skating rank Medeu and Central Asia’s top skiing resort Chymbulak are located on the edge of the Ile-Alatau National Park in the Malaya Almatinka Valley.

Both are open from November to March and are very popular places for local winter sports lovers.

A Beginner’s Guide to Sk iing in Kazakhstan

How to get to the Ile-Alatau National Park from Almaty:

If you want to go skiing or ice-skating in Medeo and Shymbulak or you’d like to do a couple of hikes in the National Park , you have to take bus #12 from the center of Almaty to Medeu.  I usually took the bus at Dostyk Plaza .

A bus ticket costs 150 tenge (€0.50) and it only takes 20 minutes to reach Medeo and the start of the hiking trails.

• You can also go on a guided day trip to Medeo and the National Park

If you’re planning a multiple-day hike, you’re allowed to camp in the National Park. Bring warm clothes, proper trekking, and camping gear and don’t leave any traces (take your trash with you!!)

3. Big Almaty Lake

Another beautiful spot in the Ile-Alatau National Park is Big Almaty Lake.

Big Almaty Lake is easily the most famous and recognizable lake in Kazakhstan. Situated extremely close to Almaty, it can strangely feel like worlds away from city life when you arrive in the mountains to the lake.

Known for its ever-changing blue and teal hues, the lake is located very close to the border of Kyrgyzstan- a border that you used to be able to cross on foot but is now off-limits to trekkers. Big Almaty Lake supplies drinking water to the residents of Almaty and you are prohibited from swimming in its vivid waters.

There are several hiking opportunities in the area , including Big Almaty Peak, a pyramid-shaped mountain that protrudes from behind the lake and is visible within the city, as well.

The Big Almaty Lake is a can’t-miss for those visiting Almaty and want to see some of the city’s best nature.

How to get to Big Almaty Lake from Almaty:

Getting to the lake is fairly easy if you have money and the means to order a taxi, otherwise, you will need to book a tour to get up there .

If you are traveling with others, you can split the costs. A taxi one-way to Big Almaty Lake from Almaty is about 3000 tenge ( $9-10).

Bring your passport, some water and snacks, and proper hiking boots when going to Big Almaty Lake.

4. Issyk Lake

Photo by Megan Starr

Nestled in the mountains, the picturesque Issyk Lake is also part of the Ile-Alatau National Park and is fed by the Issyk River. The lake is often confused with Lake Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan , which is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the world.

The lake was created by an ancient natural landslide damming the valley and then was covered up by another natural landslide destroying it in 1963.

Eventually, man stepped in and created the lake again. The mountain views, pristine nature, and Soviet relics in the area make this lake a can’t miss in Kazakhstan.

Read: Lake Issyk: A Turquoise Slice of History and Pleasure Near Almaty

How to get to Issyk Lake from Almaty:

Issyk Lake can be reached by taking a bus from Almaty to Esik and catching a taxi from there into the mountains or by private vehicle.

If you have an off-roading vehicle, you can drive around the lake to the river on the backside of it and there are some cozy picnic spots and views.

It takes about 2 hours to reach the lake. You can also book a day tour to Issyk Lake.

5. Turgen Gorge

The Turgen Gorge is also part of the Ile Alatau National Park. This beautiful gorge is a real paradise for hikers and is home to dense forests, alpine meadows, lakes, hot springs, and seven waterfalls.

You can go on some stunning hikes or visit the gorge on a mountain bike or on horseback. Here’s a great hiking guide to the Turgen Gorge .

How to get to Turgen Gorge from Almaty:

The Turgen Gorge is located 80km east of Almaty. You can get there by taking a bus from Almaty to Esik and catching a taxi to the village of Turgen.

The entrance to the Gorge is near the village. Here’s a great detailed guide on how to get there .

You can also go on a guided day tour to Turgen Gorge .

6. Kolsai Lakes

The Kolsai Lakes are a system of three lakes, nestled among the hills of the Northern Tien Shan Mountains, approximately 300km east of Almaty.

They are also called “The Pearl of the Northern Tien Shan” and after visiting the lakes, I totally get why! They are definitely some of the most beautiful places to visit in Kazakhstan!

The 3 lakes are so clear that, when the sun is out, the surrounding forests, hills, and snowy mountain peaks are mirrored in the water.

The two lower lakes, Kolsai 1 and Kolsai 2 are surrounded by spruce trees, alpine meadows, and mountain pastures. Kolsai 1 is at an altitude of 1000m while the second lake lies at an altitude of 2500m.

Grassy slopes replace the spruce forests on the hills surrounding the third lake, which is at an altitude of 2700m. The three lakes are connected by a hiking trail.

The Complete Travel Guide to the Kolsai Lakes

How to get to the Kolsai Lakes:

It’s a 6-hour drive from Almaty to the Kolsai Lakes National Park.

For a detailed description and map on how to get there by public transportation or with your own vehicle, read the Complete Travel Guide to the Kolsai Lakes .

The easiest way to get there is by going on a 2-day tour to the Kolsai Lakes, combined with a v i s i t t o Lake Kaindy and Charyn Canyon (see below).

Where to stay near the Kolsai Lakes:

You can camp in the Kolsai Lakes National Park or stay at Saty Guesthouse in the nearby village of Saty. 

7. Lake Kaindy

Lake Kaindy is at an altitude of 2000m and geologically very young. This 400m long lake was formed in 1911 after an earthquake triggered an enormous limestone landslide, which formed a natural dam in the gorge that was covered by spruce trees. Water started flooding the basin and submerging the forest.

The dried-out trunks of the trees rise above the surface of the water, looking like the masts of sunken ships.

The lake is almost 30 m deep and if you look underwater, which is very easy because the water is very clear, you can still see the needles on the submerged trunks. Due to the cold temperatures, the trees were naturally frozen and well preserved in the water.

You could go diving in this lake to see its unique beauty, but brace yourself for the cold! The temperature of the lake is a maximum of 6ºC in summer!

How to get to Lake Kaindy:

Lake Kaindy is only 36 kilometers away from the Kolsai Lakes National Park so you can visit both if you have your own transport.

For a detailed map and description of how to get there by public transport or with your own vehicle, read my Travel Guide to Lake Kaindy .

The easiest way to get there is by going on a 2-day tour to Lake Kaindy, combined with a visit to the Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon (see below).

Where to stay near Lake Kaindy:

There’s a designated camping spot near Lake Kaindy. If you don’t have a tent, you can stay at Saty Guesthouse in the nearby village of Saty. 

8. Charyn Canyon

Charyn Canyon is part of the Charyn National Park and stretches 154km along the Charyn River, one of the deepest rivers of the Northern Tien Shan mountains.

For more than 12 million years, wind, water and sand sculpted Charyn’s red sandstone to form the wonderful shapes and shades that vary from deep orange to light brown.

Some of the cliffs resemble fantastical figures, the reason why some parts of the canyon are also called the Valley of Castles, the Devil’s Gorge and the Ghosts Gorge.

The Charyn Canyon consists of 5 different canyons: the Valley of Castles, the Temirlik Canyon, the Yellow Canyon, the Red Canyon and the Bestamak Canyon.

The Valley of Castles is the most famous part of the Charyn Canyon that you can visit in one day but if you can spare an extra couple of days, you can hike around or explore them all with a 4×4 vehicle.

Blown Away by the beauty of Charyn Canyon – A Comprehensive Travel Guide

How to get to Charyn Canyon:

It’s a 4-hour trip from Almaty to Charyn Canyon.

For a detailed description and map on how to get there by public transportation or with your own vehicle, read my Travel Guide to Charyn Canyon.

The easiest way to get there is by going on a 2-day tour to Charyn Canyon, combined with a visit to the Kolsai Lakes and Lake Kaindy

Where to stay in Charyn Canyon:

You’re allowed to camp in the canyon but be careful not to pitch your tent on a cliff!

9. Altyn-Emel National Park

The Altyn-Emel National Park is a huge place with unusual landscapes like the white, red and orange Aktau hills and archaeological attractions such as the Terekty Petroglyphs and the 31 Scythian tombs.

The most famous part of the National Park are the Singing Dunes , huge sand dunes that make the low vibrating sound of an engine when the wind moves the sand.

You can visit the Altyn-Emel National Park in one day but you can also take 2 days to explore the area.

How to get to Altyn-Emel National Park:

The Altyn-Emel National Park is a 4-hour drive from Almaty. If you don’t have your own transport, you could try to hitchhike there or pay for a taxi (which can be quite pricey).

Another option is to go on a guided tour to Altyn-Emel National Park or on a tour combined with a visit to Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes and Lake Kaindy.

Where to stay in Altyn-Emel National Park:

There are 5 guesthouses in the park, ranging from 2500 tenge ($7) to 5000 tenge ($14) per person. You’re also allowed to pitch your tent for free at a designated camping spot in the park.

10. The sacred sanctuary of Tamgaly-Tas

Tamgaly-Tas was an open-air sanctuary where religious rituals were held. People used to come here to recharge themselves with energy and health and it was also a sacred place where Buddhists came to pray and meditate.

Tamgaly-Tas means ‘written rocks’ and is named after the series of rocks and boulders that are carved and painted with incredibly beautiful images of Buddha, bodhisattvas and Tibetan scriptures.

The Buddhas of Tamgaly-Tas can’t be mistaken with the petroglyphs of Tamgaly, a historical site with ancient carvings from the Bronze Age. The Tamgaly Petroglyphs can be found 150km west of Almaty while Tamgaly-Tas is located 170km to the northwest of Almaty.

How to get to Tamgaly-tas:

It’s a 4-hour drive to get from Almaty to Tamgaly-Tas. However, you can’t get there by public transport.

You can only reach the place with your own (off-road vehicle), by renting a car and/or driver, or by booking a day-tour from Almaty . You can also combine your visit to Tamgaly- Tas with Nomad’s Land (see below).

11. Nomad’s Land

Nomad’s Land is an area in the middle of the Kazakh steppe that sits along the Ili River.

From photos and at first glance, people may not realize what the place is as it looks like a historical find in the middle of the barren landscape, but it is actually a film set that was left abandoned from the Kazakh/French movie “Nomad”.

The epic movie is from 2005 and its plot is centered around 18th-century Kazakhstan. The movie was apparently a little lackluster, but the area that it was set in is anything but!

The film set never gained much recognition and still is relatively unknown, but Instagram photo opportunities have brought it a bit of attention in recent years.

It isn’t easy to reach, on the other hand. You will need private transportation (or an organized tour) and an off-roading vehicle to get out to it.

Once you arrive, there is a small tent selling plov and other local delights and someone who charges for entrance to the film set. The fee is minuscule and worth paying.

You are able to peruse the set and take photos, but the real gem is the scenery. The Ili River is quiet, clean, and clear and completely breathtaking.

I loved the drive out there and the scenery once there far more than the film set, but both are worth a visit. Pack a nice picnic, put on some sunscreen, and take a trip to Nomad’s Land!

How to get to Nomad’s Land

It’s a 4-hour drive to get from Almaty to Nomad’s Land but you can’t get there by public transport.

You can only reach the place with your own (off-road vehicle), by renting a car and/or driver, or by booking a day tour to Nomad’s Land and Tamgaly- Tas (see above.

You can also combine all the places I mentioned above and go on a multi-day tour in the Almaty Region .

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6 cool and remarkable places to visit around Shymkent (South Kazakhstan)

The southern part of Kazakhstan is very different from the other regions in the country. It’s the most Kazakh part of Kazakhstan so this is the region where you can experience the Kazakh culture at its best.

One of the largest trade routes of the Great Silk Road used to pass through this area so it’s also a region of Kazakhstan where you can visit the marvelous constructions that were built during the years of the silk trade.

There’s also a big influence from the Uzbek culture as South Kazakhstan shares a border with Uzbekistan. Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan is only 120 km away from Shymkent so many travelers briefly stop in Shymkent before continuing their overland travels to Uzbekistan.

I’d say it’s worth it to take at least 4 days to explore Shymkent and the beautiful mausoleums and unique sites in the Turkestan Region.

1. Shymkent

Shymkent was the city where I took a little break from the road after a 2-week road trip through the Kazakh steppes. Shymkent is the gateway to the heartland of Kazakhstan’s spirituality: Turkestan.

Although Turkestan’s Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi is the main draw for most people, Shymkent offers a surprisingly pleasant stopover for people willing to linger.

To see, walk through the main bazaar. Once word gets out that foreigners are afoot, jolly ladies will pull you into their stall to ask you a million and one questions.

Beware, these ladies can be cheeky (in a good way): one woman inquired as to the availability of my grandfather!

I recommend you take some time to just wander around the bazaar and other areas of Shymkent or book a city tour to see the highlights of Shymkent.

How to get to Shymkent:

You can reach Shymkent by plane from Almaty or Astana and by (overnight) bus or train from any city in Kazakhstan.

The bus is the cheapest way of getting around but I’d say that the train is the most comfortable way to travel in Kazakhstan. You can check the train schedules and book train tickets here .

Where to stay in Shymkent:

There are many lodging options in Shymkent that can be used as a great base to visit nearby places, varying from budget hostels to high-end hotels.

Recommended budget hostels in Shymkent:

• City Hostel Shymkent
• Art House Sweet Home

Recommended mid-range hotels in Shymkent:

• Aidana Plaza Hotel
• FM Hotel Shymkent

Recommended high-end hotels in Shymkent:

• Megapolis Hotel
• Rixos Khadisha Hotel

2. Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Reserve

The Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Reserve is the oldest nature reserve in Central Asia. It is named after the river that runs through it—the Aksu—and the Zhabagly mountain range.

The park offers gorgeous golden fields, steep gorges, crystalline blue waters, and some interesting rock formations.

“Aksu” means “white water” in Kazakh, so named for the blue glacial water fueling the river. The river is icy cold most of the year, but brave souls can find places to swim if they so choose.

The park is quite large, and it’s possible to visit for several days. If you want to attempt this, though, it’s best to do so with a guide; there are no well-marked trails.

How to get to the Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Reserve from Shymkent:

You can get from Shymkent to the park by taking a mashrutka (minibus). They leave once a day in the morning (around 9 am) from the Aina Bazaar in Shymkent to the village of Zhabagly.

It’s a 2-hour ride and you’ll arrive near the entrance of the park. However, you can’t enter the park on your own.

You have to book a ranger at Zhabagly, which costs around $20 per day, including transportation.

You could also book a 2-day trekking tour with a local tour company in Shymkent .

3. The Aisha Bibi Mausoleum

The Aisha Bibi is a beautiful 11th or 12th-century mausoleum in the village of Aisha Bibi.

It is the only monument in Central Asia that is fully covered with carved terracotta tilework and is admired for its unique construction and decorative art.

Aisha Bibi is the subject of a popular legend in Kazakhstan. An ancient ruler constructed the monument for a young woman named Aisha with whom he fell in love.

She was killed by a snake while attempting to go against her parents’ wishes to be with him. It’s basically a ‘Romeo & Juliette’ story.

This mausoleum became the local monument for faith and eternal love and is seen as a sacred talisman. Many young couples come here on their wedding day to attract good luck and eternal love in their lives.

If you visit the mausoleum, you’ll see many wedding couples being photographed here.

How to get to Aisha Bibi from Shymkent or Taraz:

Aisha Bibi is located at 8km from Taraz, on the main road to Shymkent. You can take the minibus from Taraz to Shymkent and tell the driver that you want to stop in Aisha Bibi or you could take a taxi.

If you’re coming from Shymkent, take the minibus to Taraz and get off in Aisha Bibi.

4. Arystan Bab Mausoleum

Legends tell that the mystic Arystan Bab was the mentor of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi and by tradition, a pilgrimage to Yasawi’s mausoleum in Turkestan should be preceded by a visit to the mausoleum of Arystan Bab.

It’s an impressive building, originating from the 14th-century. It’s framed by two domed minarets and the carpet-draped tomb of Arystan Bab is in a small room to the left of the entrance. The room is constantly filled with praying believers and pilgrims.

The mausoleum is surrounded by hundreds of tombs of devout Muslims who wished to be close to Arystan Bab. It’s important that when you visit the site, you stay quiet and respectful and you should dress modestly (no shorts or tops).

How to get to Arystan Bab:

The Mausoleum is close to the village of Kogam but you can only get there by car.

If you don’t have your own vehicle, you could take a taxi from Shymkent or Turkestan or try to hitchhike.

You can also go on a day tour from Shymkent to Arystan Ba b combined with a visit to Turkestan (see below).

Where to stay in Arystan Bab:

There’s a hotel across the road from the mausoleum. The Arystan Bab Hotel offers very cheap accommodation if you don’t mind sleeping on the floor in one of the yurts. There are also basic bedrooms.

5. Turkestan

Turkestan was one of the most important commercial centers of the Silk Road. The city was founded over 15 centuries ago and is now the historical center of Kazakhstan’s culture.

Turkestan is now known for the Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, a Turkic Sufi saint who was the first man to introduce the Islam religion in Central Asia.

His mausoleum attracts yearly thousands of pilgrims. It was designed by Amir Timur, who also has other spectacular architectural creations in Uzbekistan .

Tur kestan, the spiritual and historical center of Kazakhstan

How to get to Turkestan from Shymkent:

Turkestan is about two hours away by mashrutka (minibus) from Shymkent. Here’s a detailed description on how to get from Shymkent to Turkestan by public transport .

You can also opt to go on a guided day tour from Shymkent to Turkestan .

Where to stay in Turkestan:

It’s hard to find any hostels or guesthouses online so I’d recommend you visit Turkestan as a day trip from Shymkent.

6. The Lost City of Sauran

My good friend and world traveler João Leitão from Nomad Revelations  recommended me to visit Sauran, also known as Sawran or Sawran, an ancient city about 45 km north from Turkistan city along the road to Kyzylorda.

The original walls surrounding the old town are still in excellent conditions, almost intact, and in some places, it is even possible to climb to the top and enjoy the view.

The first historical reference of Sauran dates from the tenth century, but the ruins we see today were established between the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries.

It gained fame to be one of the most magnificent castles of Kazakhstan, having escaped the Mongol destruction and having even served as capital to the Horde of the White Mongol.

Later, Sauran became a fortress of Timur. It was from Sauram that the building materials of the famous Yasavi Mausoleum came. It was abandoned gradually, and consequently entirely desertified by the year 1515.

How to get to Sauran:

You can get to Sauran from Turkestan by taxi. It’s about 3000 tenge to get there and back.

If you leave from Kyzylorda, you can take a minibus and ask the driver to drop you off at the site. You can also return to Kyzylorda by bus or hitch a ride towards Turkestan.

Another option is to take a multi-day guided tour and visit Sauran together with Turkestan and other great Silk Road places in Kazakhstan.

9 Other remarkable, weird and unusual places to visit in Kazakhstan

Like I’ve mentioned in the introduction, Kazakhstan is a huge place with many scenic places and it would take weeks, if not months, to visit all the points of interest that are scattered around the country.

The two regions that are mentioned above – South Kazakhstan and Southeast Kazakhstan – are the most popular regions for travelers as the top places in these areas aren’t too far away from each other so you can visit them in a couple of weeks.

However, if you have more time or if you’re on a road trip with your own vehicle, it’s also worth visiting the more off-the-beaten-path regions like North, East and West Kazakhstan.

Here’s an overview of some other remarkable and unusual places that you can find in these regions of Kazakhstan.

1. Nur-Sultan (previously known as Astana)

Nur-Sultan, previously known as Astana, is the futuristic capital city of Kazakhstan.

The city was granted capital city status in 1997 as it was moved north from Almaty. As of March 2019, the name of the capital changed from Astana to Nur-Sultan in honor of the ex-president.

Located in the middle of the vast and barren Kazakh steppe, the city is now home to over one million residents and is the second coldest capital city in the world!

The planned city was designed and built by several world-class architects and can be a little confusing to tourists who are not enamored by modern architecture, however.

On the other hand, new businesses, museums, and entertainment centers are opening constantly and the development in Nur-Sultan is remarkable.

The city even held the EXPO in 2017 and has garnered a lot of attention since.

When in Nur-Sultan, don’t miss visiting the Baiterek , the city’s symbol, where you can ride to the top and get a glimpse over the city. Also be sure to take a trip to Khan Shatyr , a transparent tented entertainment center and mall that opened in 2016.

There are a lot of things to do in Nur-Sultan and the city is ever-changing- so definitely add it to your Kazakhstan itinerary!

I would also highly recommend going on a guided city tour in Nur-Sultan !

How to get to Nur-Sultan:

As Nur-Sultan is Kazakhstan’s capital, you can get there by every means of transportation. The easiest and fastest ways to get there are by airplane or by train .

Where to stay in Nur-Sultan:

There are many accommodation options in Nur-Sultan, from budget hostels to high-end hotels.

Recommended budget hostels in Nur-Sultan:

• Hostel Forum
• The Place Astana Hostel

Recommended mid-range hotels in Nur-Sultan:

• Ramada by Wyndham Nur-Sultan

Recommended high-end hotels in Nur-Sultan:

• The Veil Hotel
• Rixos President Hotel

2. Karaganda

Karaganda is a city in central Kazakhstan that has around 450,000 people residing in it.

The city may not be on the radar of most travelers, but that doesn’t mean that it should be ignored if you are really interested in learning more about Kazakhstan’s history and its role in several 20th-century events.

Karaganda is industrial and known for its regional coal mining. In order to maintain this prosperous coal mining industry, Soviet gulags were established in Karaganda.

One of the most renowned gulags was in Karaganda and it shaped the city’s history and today’s modern society.

The city is brimming with ethnic Germans as a result. While many left as Germany allowed them to repatriate decades later, the city is still known for its German history and the gulags the Germans were placed in under Stalin.

This history aside, the city is presently a fascinating place and there is an abundance of Soviet architecture to keep travelers occupied and enthralled for days.

Read more : Karaganda, a fascinating city in Kazakhstan

How to get to Karaganda:

You can reach Karaganda by marshrutka, car, plane , or train .

You can also go on a 2-day guided tour from Nur-Sultan.

Where to stay in Karaganda:

Recommended hotels in Karaganda:

• Ro sa Roze Luxe House
• AS Inn Hotel

3. Kostanay

Kostanay is a city located in the far north of Kazakhstan and is as remote as it is cold (during the winter, of course).

I went there in 2013 on a very long overnight train from Astana and had a blast despite not really knowing too much about the city of just over 200,000 people.

Located close to the Russian border, Kostanay’s population does appear to be more ethnic Russians than Kazakhs. The city is sleepy and there is not much going on there despite the fairly sizeable population.

During the winter months, the city builds an entire entertainment area out of ice, including a large slide that kids and adults both enjoy playing on.

There are several newer buildings in the city and there is also a mosque and synagogue located across the street from each other which stand peacefully.

One of the most famous sites in the city is this one in the photo of a girl on her laptop on a bench.

It is common to see locals (or tourists like myself) taking selfies and pictures with it.

Kostanay is truly off-the-path Kazakhstan. You will be hard-pressed to find someone who has been there, let alone heard of it.

How to get there:

You can reach Kostanay by marshrutka, car, plane , or train .

Where to stay in Kostanay:

There are some nice hostels and hotels in Kostanay.  Check them out here.

There are also some very unusual towns and places of interest in West & Central Kazakhstan :

4. The abandoned seaport of Aralsk

During our road trip through the endless featureless deserts of Kazakhstan, we came across Aralsk, a small and dusty town in the middle of nowhere.

Looking at its dry surroundings, it was hard to imagine that this sleepy town used to be a booming fisherman town. As far and wide we could look, we didn’t see anything that resembled a sea or even a small lake.

However, 60 years ago, Aralsk was located on the coast of 4th largest lake in the world – the Aral Sea.

Some ambitious Soviet planners wanted to turn Central Asia into the world’s largest producer of cotton. They diverted the two rivers that were feeding the Aral Sea in such a way that the water would irrigate the desert where cotton could be grown for future exports.

As a result, the Aral Sea started drying up and now there’s barely 10% left of it.

What happened to the Aral Sea -The Ship Graveyard in Kazakhstan in photos

What was once a flourishing seaport was now a sad and abandoned place, a reminder of a plan that had gone wrong.

You can still visit this abandoned seaport, although it isn’t a place that will make you feel happy.

We also tried to visit the ship graveyard near Zhalanash, a small town 65km away from Aralsk but in the last two years, most of the ships have been almost completely dismantled for scrap metal.

The only place where you can still find a proper ship graveyard is in Moynaq, Uzbekistan .

How to get to the ship graveyard in Aralsk:

You can reach Aralsk by car or train . You can only get to the ship graveyard in Zhalanash if you travel with your own vehicle.

Where to stay:

There are about 4 hotels in Aralsk but you can’t book them online. I paid $13 for a private room.

5. Baikonur

Located in the steppe of Kazakhstan, right in the middle of nowhere, Baikonur is a very Soviet town, pretty ugly in my opinion, with one peculiarity: it is where the Russian Cosmodrome was built.

For those who don’t know, the Cosmodrome in Baikonur is like the Russian NASA. Here is where the famous dog Laika came from and also, where the first man to space was sent from.

After the collapse of the Soviet Union, when Kazakhstan became an independent republic, as a part of a monetary agreement, Baikonur became under Russian administration.

That is why, today, in Baikonur, they use the Russian ruble, most cars have Russian license plates and most people living there are ethnically Russian.

However, visiting the Cosmodrome requires a special permit which is very expensive to obtain and, unfortunately, you can’t visit Baikonur town without this permit.

To be honest, there is not much to see in Baikonur Town, besides a couple of astronaut statues and a real, old rocket! But, if you like real off-beat stuff, the experience is really worth it!

How to get to Baikonur:

You can reach Baikonur by car or by train but you can only visit the town and the Cosmodrome on a guided tour with prices starting at $700 .

Located in the most Western part of Kazakhstan and, practically, only visited by those travelers overlanding to or from Russia , Atyrau is a very strange town.

Atyrau was my first stop coming from Uzbekistan, after a 4-month trip through Central Asia, so when I saw all those modern buildings and fancy hotels, it was sort of a cultural shock to me…

The reason is that Atyrau is an oil-rich town, very wealthy, and home to some of the largest oil reserves in Kazakhstan, hence in the world.

From modern cafés to expensive Irish pubs filled with expats, this was not the idea I had of an off-the-beaten-track city in Kazakhstan. But this was not all.

Atyrau is one of the main towns that the Ural River goes through, the third-longest river in Europe, after the Danube and the Volga.

However, the cool thing about the Ural River is that it is the official border between Europe and Asia, so in Atyrau, you can cross from Asia to Europe in a matter of seconds, over the many bridges that you will find across the city.

How to get to Atyrau:

You can reach Atyrau by plane, by car or by train .

Where to stay in Atyrau:

Check out the different hostels and hotels in Atyrau  here .

Aktau was the first city in Kazakhstan I stayed in after crossing the Caspian Sea from Azerbaijan by cargo ship .

I had a very similar experience as Joan had in Atyrau – it was a very strange city!

Aktau, located in the South West of Kazakhstan, was built in the 1960’s in the desert of Mangyshlak, a very harsh, dry and dusty place for an urban settlement.

It was built from scratch and somehow they managed to make it into a very modern city.

It’s impressive when you realize that it took many years to grow some vegetation in the city when it used to be a desolated and waterless desert. The only way that the people were able to plant a tree or plants was by drilling the earth and watering them every day for many years before the plants even took root and grew.

Aktau is also the only city in the world that lives entirely on seawater, which gets desalinated with the help of a nuclear reactor…

There are a few things to see here as Aktau has several cultural centers, a concert hall, and some interesting architectural ensembles. There are also some sandy beaches where you can relax, although they aren’t the cleanest.

How to get to Aktau:

You can reach Aktau by plane , by train , and by car. Most travelers end up here before or after crossing the Caspian Sea by boat .

Where to stay in Aktau:

Aktau has a small variety of hostels and hotels. Check them out here.

8. Mount Sherkala & The Valley of Balls

There are 2 very special natural wonders close to the town of Shetpe in West Kazakhstan.

The first one is Sherkala , also called Lion Rock, a 200-meter high mountain in the middle of a flat desert.

Another thing that makes this mountain so special is that looks different when you look at it from different points of view. On one side it resembles a yurt, from the other side a lion’s head.

There are many legends told about this mountain and old local people won’t recommend you to climb this mountain or go inside its caves as they believe that spirits dwell there.

Another natural phenomenon close to the town of Shetpe is the Valley of Balls .

This Valley earned its name thanks to the numerous ball-like rocks that are spread across the valley. The balls range in size from tiny marbles to huge boulders the size of a car.

I tried to visit these two natural wonders but somehow I couldn’t find them. Instead, I came across another special cliff formation.

I have no idea what it’s called or if it even has a name, but these white cliffs that suddenly rose from the flat surrounding steppes were quite something to see!

How to get to Mount Sherkala and the Valley of Balls:

You can only reach these places by car. Mount Sherkala is about 22km North West of Shetpe while the Valley of Balls should also be near. I recently found a road description on Tripadvisor .

According to Lonely Planet, you can also reach Mount Sherkala by taking a taxi from Shetpe.

8. The Underground Mosque of Beket-Ata

Beket-Ata was an important Sufi who chose to live in seclusion in the desert of West Kazakhstan.

He built 4 underground mosques and a madrassa in the Mangistau region and the underground mosque Beket-Ata became his last refuge and burial place.

The Beket-Ata underground mosque is a spiritual, historical and architectural monument.

Beket-Ata used to be a healer and his burial place became an important pilgrimage site for Kazakh Muslims. It is said that after visiting his grave and mosques, you’ll be cured of all your illnesses.

I didn’t visit the mosque as it was out of my way. It’s also not so easy to reach and you literally travel to the middle of nowhere.

However, it does sound like a very unique place and you’ll also get to meet the Kazakh people and get a look into their daily lives on the steppes.

Caravanistan has a detailed description of how to get to the underground mosque by car.

I wish you an amazing time in Kazakhstan! I’m always happy to hear about your experiences and if you came across a special or beautiful place that you think should be added to this list, please let me know in the comments below or contact me !

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29 thoughts on “The 26 most beautiful places to visit in Kazakhstan in 2024”

Hi, thank you so much! I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the article and photos!!

Great article – Thanks for the tips Cynthia!

Thank you Zandy!

Very much helpful as I’ve started exploring places to visit in Kazakhstan. However I was hoping to get some info about the North easter side of the country. Have you been to karkaraly national park?

Hi Sourav, no, I haven’t been to the Karkaraly National Park yet so unfortunately I can’t provide any info on that.

FOund this to be such an informative guide as I’m planning my solo trip on the silk road journey. Thank you for keeping it updated it’s so useful.

Hi Ghaz, thanks so much! 🙂

Visit us! in Korgalzhin this summer promises to be overloaded with birds

Once we’re allowed to travel again, we’ll return to Central Asia and Kazakhstan 🙂

It is so interesting for Kazakh people also. I am traveling in our country but you go everywhere. Congrats. Thank you for sharing to the world Kazakhstan. I am living in Almaty. If you will come again please call me +77760000585 Rauan

Thank you Rauan, it’s my pleasure 🙂

Thank you for sharing.

Thank you for reading Jewel! 🙂

Beautiful pictures. Looks like heaven on earth…..

Thank you Jili! The landscapes of Kyrgyzstan are definitely heavenly!! We’re looking forward to returning there next week!

Great writing…Love from Brussels!

Thank you!! 🙂

Very nice list. And overall a nice journey. But I miss the Altai Region in the North-East of Kazakhstan. We have currently been around Ridder and did some hikes…. So beautiful and less touristic. And you do not need a border permit for West Altai.

Wish you a lot of fun on your journey. Maybe we’ll met in Kyrgyzstan, since I’ll be there from the 7th of September

Greetings David

Hi David, thanks for your recommendation! I haven’t been to the Altai Region myself but heard that it is indeed very beautiful! And yes, maybe we’ll meet in Kyrgyzstan! Wishing you a beautiful trip!!

Simply GREAT ! I’m planning to reach my daughter who lives in Sydney AU, traveling overland as you are doing. I found you searching for a boat trip to cross Caspian Sea. I can’t wait to start my journey from Turin-Italy. maybe we will meet somewhere in Eastern Asia as I travel faster than you do because of my job. I will follow you from now on you Journal Of Nomads. Have a great journey, take care and enjoy it.

Thank you Andreas!! When are you starting your journey and how are you going to travel overland? By car? Already wishing you a great journey and who knows, our paths might cross!!

What a awesome post and article you shared.. This place looks really incredible and you shared awesome list to go in Kazakhstan. So stunning pictures. Thank you so much for sharing this post..

Hi, thank you so much! I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the article and photos!!

If i have to select which one is best among 25 places, i would go for all of them. Seriously each place is having own beauty and i just lived the destination through your blog. If i get opportunity to travel overseas i am definitely going to visit Kazakhstan.

Hi! Thank you so much for your nice comment! I’m so glad to hear you’re feeling inspired to visit Kazakhstan!

These photos are just stunning! I’m not really familiar with the place, but looking at these photos makes me think about the middle east. I went to Egypt at couple of years ago, and the weather was unbearably hot. How’s the weather there? Having stayed in the UK all my life, has really given me so little perspective even if I do work at the escorts gallery at the Museum of London culture and art can only go so far, hopefully I’d be able to experience adventures like this soon.

Hi Rebecca, thank you!! Kazakhstan is very hot during the summer, especially in the steppes (+ 40 degrees Celcius) but it snows and gets really cold in winter. it’s a destination worth visiting, and I’m sure you’d be mesmerized by the culture you find in Central Asia 🙂 I hope you can visit this beautiful part of the world as well!

So amazing! Love the story and the pictures are incredible.

Thank you Lucyann! Are you planning on visiting Kazakhstan soon?

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