Scenic hike through Prokhodnoye Gorge to the picturesque Terra Meadow
Visit hot springs and the “Maiden’s Tears” waterfall
Panoramic views of Big Almaty Peak and surrounding summits
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A rewarding mountain hike combining forest trails, waterfalls, alpine views, and a peaceful meadow setting. Suitable for active travelers.
ITINERARY
08:00 – 08:10 | Hotel Pick-Up & Transfer We pick you up from your hotel and drive to the former AlmaraSan resort area, where the trail begins. 09:45 – 10:00 | “Maiden’s Tears” Waterfall At the start of the route, we pass a hot spring and soon reach the picturesque “Maiden’s Tears” waterfall. After a short photo stop, the trail becomes steeper as we continue ascending the gorge. 11:00 – 11:30 | Scenic Break About halfway to Terra Meadow, we cross a dry riverbed and stop at a viewpoint overlooking Prokhodnoye Gorge and the river below. Here we enjoy a snack and rest.
12:30 – 13:30 | Terra Meadow Arrival at the beautiful Terra Meadow. From here, we enjoy impressive views of Big Almaty Peak, Peak Pila, and Peak Kargalinsky. Nearby flows the unique “Witch’s Creek” spring. Time to relax, take photos, and enjoy the mountain scenery. 13:30 – 14:00 | Optional Walk to Aleshkin Bridge If the group wishes, we can take a short 15-minute walk to Aleshkin Bridge. 14:00 – 17:00 | Return to the City We descend the same route back to AlmaraSan. The return hike takes around 3 hours, followed by transfer to your hotel.
Additional Information
Difficulty: Moderate (may be challenging for beginners) Distance: 5.5 km one way Elevation Gain: 950 m Duration: 8–9 hours Backpack Weight: Light (bring only essentials and snacks)
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Price List
Included in the tour price
Prices vary depending on the number of people in your group.
6 People
Private transfer
Professional mountain guide throughout the route
National park eco-fees
Tea and packed lunch snack
General First aid kit
1.5 liters of drinking water per guest
Personal hiking equipment
(equipment can be rented for an additional fee — please contact the manager for details.)