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Shymbulak to Bogbanovisch Glacier and Oktabriskaya Hike

By Adam tour
Free cancellation available
Price is $130 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Take a guided hike (2 km - one way) to the Bogdanovich Glacier and Oktyabrskaya Cave from Shymbulak Ski Resort. Reach an altitude of 3200 meters above sea level and enjoy a scenic hike to the glacier. Start by taking the cable car to Shymbylak Ski Resort.
Visit the hidden gem of Oktyabrskaya Cave. Tucked away in the heart of the mountains, this ice cave feels like stepping into a secret world with its fascinating ice and rock formations and a sense of mystery that will spark your curiosity.
Equipped with helmets, hiking poles, and spikes for safety, capture magical photos of the glacier and enjoy a scenic outdoor lunch. Pack snacks like sandwiches, chocolate, and tea to savor at the glacier.

Activity location
  • Medeu Cable Car, Shymbulak Ski Resort
    • 558 Gornaya Street
    • Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Medeu Cable Car, Shymbulak Ski Resort
    • 558 Gornaya Street
    • Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

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Bogdanovich Glacier
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
$110.00 x 1 Adult$110.00
Paid at activity$20.00
Total
Price is $130.00
Until Tue, Jan 20

What's included, what's not

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    Spikes for shoes
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    English-Speaking Guide
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    Helmet
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    Sitting pad
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    Hiking poles
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    Snacks
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    Lunch
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    Bottled water
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    Shymbulak Cable Car

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Medeu Cable Car, Shymbulak Ski Resort
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
Shymbulak is a modern ski resort located in the stunning Medeu Valley in Almaty. From Medeu, you take a cable car up to the third station at an altitude of 3,200 meters. The resort is known for its high-quality slopes, mild climate, and breathtaking mountain views. It offers excellent facilities, including equipment rental, cozy cafés, and hotels, making it an ideal destination for both beginners and experienced skiers.
Bogdanovich Glacier
  • 1h 30m
Bogdanovich Glacier is a picturesque mountain glacier located near Almaty, on the northern slopes of the Trans-Ili Alatau range. Known for its impressive alpine scenery, the glacier sits at an altitude of around 3,500 meters and offers stunning views of surrounding peaks. It is a popular destination for hikers, climbers, and nature enthusiasts exploring the high-mountain landscapes above Shymbulak.

Location

Activity location
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    Medeu Cable Car, Shymbulak Ski Resort
    • 558 Gornaya Street
    • Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Medeu Cable Car, Shymbulak Ski Resort
    • 558 Gornaya Street
    • Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

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