DigestsDigestsSeptember 20, 2026 · Алматы и окрестности
This curated guide showcases 10 of the best hiking routes in the Almaty region and surrounding areas. The trails vary in difficulty and duration, ranging from short day hikes suitable for beginners to multi-day traverses crossing mountain passes. The routes cover popular destinations including Kok-Zhailau, Maloe Almatinskoe and Bolshoe Almatinskoe gorges, Chimbulak, Medeu, and other stunning spots in the Zailiysky Alatau and Tian-Shan mountain ranges.