Horseback Ride in the Mountains near Medeo (3 Hours)
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Horseback Ride in the Mountains near Medeo

Duration
3 Hours
Group Size
From 1 person
Season
YEAR-ROUND
In the Saddle
3 hours in the saddle
15,000 ₸ (~$31) per person Exactly 0% markup.
The Journey

No overnight stay, yurts or extended programme.

This is the simplest option for travellers who want to ride horses in the mountains without travelling far from Almaty.

MORN Local Tip:

The camp is located just minutes away from the internationally acclaimed neo-nomadic restaurant AUYL. It’s a perfect spot for an exceptional lunch after your ride. Guests must book their own table in advance.

AUYL — official website

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Day by Day

Expedition Itinerary

DAY 1

Horseback Ride in the Mountains near Medeo and Kimassar

  1. Meeting point: Medeo, 558/2 Kerey-Zhanibek Khandar Street. Self-arrival by taxi or bus to the equestrian base near Medeo and Kimassar Gorge. Meeting the horseman, introduction to horses, and safety briefing.
  2. 3 full hours in the saddle along mountain trails near Medeo and Kimassar Gorge through pine and birch groves with panoramic mountain views.
  3. Return to the equestrian base. Completion of the ride.
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What's Included & Packing Checklist

Included in Price

  • Horse with riding tack
  • Accompaniment by an experienced local horseman on the trail

Not Included

  • Transfer to meeting point near Medeo and return to city
  • Meals and drinks (except what you bring with you)
  • Lunch at AUYL restaurant (optional, post-ride, self-booked and self-paid)
  • Individual photoshoot or professional photographer services

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Clothing: comfort above all

Choose comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement. The best approach is layering: mountain weather changes quickly. A light T-shirt or thermal base layer, topped with a fleece or jumper, and a windbreaker is a must.

Pants — durable yet stretchy, without rough inner seams to prevent chafing while riding. Jeans are suitable, but only if they are sufficiently stretchy.

Footwear — closed-toe with a sturdy sole and a low heel (ideally trekking boots or riding boots). Sandals and sneakers with a soft heel are not recommended.

Don't forget headwear: a cap, sun hat or buff will protect against the sun, and a thin beanie is useful in cooler weather.

Sun and weather in the mountains

The mountain sun is stronger than it seems. Bring sunglasses and SPF sunscreen. Even on a warm day it can be windy — a light scarf will be very useful.

What to bring

Water is mandatory, a power bank, a raincoat, and a basic first-aid kit.

You can bring carrots, sugar, or bread to quickly build a bond with the horse.

Rates

Group Tiers & Transparent Pricing

1 Guest
15,000 ₸ / per person
(≈ $31)

Exactly 0% markup.

You do not pay MORN. You pay the horseman directly.

Peace of Mind

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation terms are not published. Please clarify when submitting request.

Local Accompaniment

Local Hosts & On-Site Team

Led by local horsemen. Communication on site is in Russian and Kazakh only. Horseman contacts guest directly after request and can communicate via translator.

Languages on site: Russian, Kazakh
English spoken on site: No