A scenic hike with panoramic views of both the city and numerous gorges: Big Almaty, Prokhodnoe, Kaskabas, and Kargaly.
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More details about the Wolf Mountain
hiking tour in Almaty mountains, Kazakhstan
COMPLEXITY
Average The route is suitable for physically active people
DISTANCE
Hike: 10 km total Elevation gain: 1050m
LANGUAGE
English, Spanish
BACKPACK
Light, take only basic things and snacks
DURATION
about 7-8 hours
SEASON
Year-round
Timeline of the tour to the Wolf Mountain
08:00 – 08:15
08:00 – 08:15
Meeting point
We will meet in the city center or near your hotel to get to the starting point together with a guide.
08:50 – 09:00
08:50 – 09:00
Start from eco-post
We start from eco-post and go through the Sunkar tour-base, where we will admire majestic birds and then head up the trail.
09:00 – 12:00
09:00 – 12:00
Ascent to Wolf Mountain
Despite the initial steep climbs, we will gradually reach the ridge, where wonderful views will begin to open up.
12:00 – 13:00
12:00 – 13:00
Top of the mountain
Finally, we have reached the highest point! We will have a snack and take a million photos. But don't relax just yet, as we still have the descent into Kaskabas Gorge ahead!
13:00 – 16:00
13:00 – 16:00
Kaskabas
We will descend into the small, forested Kaskabas Gorge. This gorge is home to many different animals: squirrels, hares, and foxes. The Ile-Alatau National Park forestry sets up camera traps there.
16:00 – 16:30
16:00 – 16:30
Back to the city
From the gorge, we exit onto the road and walk 1.5 km on asphalt to reach the "Deer" stop, from where we will return to the city by taxi.
List of essentials for hiking to the Wolf Mountain
Essentials
Passport (border guard document check)
Some cash
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Personal first aid kit
Trekking poles
Seat mats (optional)
Food
Water 0.5l-1l
Thermos with tea
Lunch (sandwiches, pancakes, pies, etc.)
Clothes (summer)
Trekking shirt
Fleece jacket\Hoodie
Raincoat\Hardshell jacket
Trekking trousers
Sun hat and buff
Trekking shoes\boots
Clothes (winter)
Long sleeve (thermal)
Fleece jacket\hoodie
Snow pants
Demi-season/winter boots
Jacket
Woolen beanie and gloves
Warm socks
Headlamp
Gaiters
Crampons
What is included in the price of the Wolf Mountain tour?
Included
Guide service Basic first aid kit Photo report Consultation Transportation (Almaty-Akbulak-Almaty) Snacks
Not included
Porter service Travel insurance Personal expenses Lunch (sandwiches, pancakes, pies, etc.) Trekking poles (available for rent)
Price for a day hiking tour to Wolf Mountain
1 person
85 000 tenge / $180
2 persons
100 000 tenge / $210
50 000 tg/pp
3 persons
120 000 tenge /$260
40 000 tg/pp
4 persons
140 000 tenge / $300
35 000 tg/pp
5 persons
160 000 tenge / $340
33 000 tg/pp
over 5 people
calculated individually
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Altitude of Wolf Mountain?
The highest point is 2,305 meters. The summit features a dense coniferous forest on the north side and a grassy slope on the south side. It is from the south that panoramic views open up to four gorges: Kargalinskiy, Kaskabas, Prokhodnoe, and Big Almaty gorge. Additionally, directly in front of Wolf Mountain, the Big Almaty Peak rises in all its glory.
How difficult is the hike to Wolf Mountain?
TIME: The ascent to Wolf Mount will take about 3-3.5 hours. TERRAIN: Since it is a peak, most of the route consists of ascents, with minimal gentle paths. The trail itself is well-defined and pleasant. PARTICIPANTS: We rate this hike as avarage because the distance is relatively short: 10 kilometers, with not too many steep ascents, and most of the route follows a good trail. However, if you are a beginner, we recommend starting your hiking journey with easier hikes.
How to prepare for a hike to Wolf Mountain?
First of all, refer to the information block with a list of essentials for this hike. If you have any questions, write to us on WhatsApp. If you have any diseases that require regular medication, you shall take the medications with you, and also warn the guide in advance about any medical contraindications (especially heart disease, pressure drops). It is forbidden to take alcohol and drugs on the hike. Before hiking in the mountains, have a enough sleep, have a good breakfast in the morning and take at least 1 liter of water. The sun is more intense in the mountains, so take a Panama hat, sunscreen and glasses. Always take a raincoat or waterproof wind jacket - the weather in the mountains is unpredictable! Remember that you are solely responsible for your health - be careful!