Trail
Hiking Kok-Zhailyau
The route, how to get there, how long it takes and what to pack.
Ideas
Weekend getaways
Top nature spots near Almaty and where to stay the night.
Guide
Medeu attractions
Medeu, Shymbulak, Kok-Zhailyau and Ile-Alatau Park.
Winter
Winter guide
Shymbulak and Ak-Bulak resorts, the Medeu rink and the sauna.
Lifestyle
Banya: benefits & rules
Why a banya is good and how to steam properly.
Getting here
How to get here
Transport to Medeu, the trail and the cabin from the city.
Packing
What to pack
A checklist for a hike and a cabin stay, summer and winter.
Seasons
Best time to visit
What summer, autumn, winter and spring each offer.
Safety
One-day hike
What to pack and how to get home without drama.