Adventure starts from Aktau and takes you through Saura Canyon, Tamshaly Canyon, and Zhygylgan, showcasing lush oases, unique rock formations, and breathtaking desert landscapes.

Saura Canyon: A hidden oasis with green vegetation amidst cliffs.
Tamshaly Canyon: A picturesque gorge with a spring flowing down rocky walls.
Zhygylgan: A dramatic collapsed limestone area with a mystical history.

End the day with a night under the stars in a scenic campground, embracing the wild beauty of Mangystau.
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Day through Mangystau’s sacred and scenic wonders.
Explore the Sultan-Epe cave mausoleum, marvel at the ancient Shakpak-Ata underground mosque and surrounding rock formations, hike through the picturesque Shakpaktasai and Kapamsai canyons, and enjoy a relaxing overnight stay in Sartas, complete with traditional Kazakh cuisine and stargazing.
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A day exploring the otherworldly landscapes of Mangystau.
Visit the chalk mountains of Akespe, the mysterious Valley of Balls, the sharp peaks of Kokkala, and the iconic Sherkala mountain.
Conclude the day with the fairytale Valley of Castles at sunset before settling into a tent camp for the night.
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Explore Mangystau’s dramatic landscapes:
Black Canyon (1.5-2 hours), offering stunning gorge views;
Tuzbair plateau’s upper panorama (1-1.5 hours) for lunar-like vistas;
and its lower salt marsh (1.5-2 hours) for reflective beauty and solitude.
Overnight stay in Kogez.
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Explore Mangystau’s diverse scenery:
Saykty-Sayk canyon (1.5-2 hours) with its winding passages and ancient traces;
Father Karaman (1-1.5 hours), a significant historical and spiritual site;
and the Senek Sand Dunes (2 hours) offering a unique desert experience within the steppe landscape. Here you can walk barefoot on the soft sand, admire the dunes and even try to organize a small photo shoot against the sunset. The sand reflects the light, giving the landscapes a golden hue.
Depending on the time of year and the weather, you can see how the wind carries the dunes, creating constantly changing shapes.

Overnight in a tent camp.
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Explore Mangystau’s stunning formations: Kyzyl-Kup “Tiramisu” (1-1.5 hours), the colorful layered rocks; Mount Bokty (1-1.5 hours), a majestic free-standing massif; Baysary Maze (1-1.5 hours), a natural rock labyrinth; and Bozzhira’s lower panorama (2-2.5 hours) with its iconic white peaks.
You can walk among the stone formations, feel the scale and take amazing photos.

Overnight in a tent camp.
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Departure from Uzen. Transfer to the Bozzhira plateau (~40 minutes on the way).
Experience breathtaking views from Bozzhira’s upper (1.5 hours) and middle (1-1.5 hours) panoramas, showcasing its iconic white peaks and unique rock formations. Visit Mount Naiza (1-1.5 hours), the spear-shaped peak.
Return to Aktau and rest after active days.
In the evening, you can enjoy the starry sky, which is incredibly bright in these places due to the lack of urban illumination.
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Transfer to Aktau airport.