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Almaty is Kazakhstan’s largest city and cultural heart. This charming green city is a perfect gateway in Kazakhstan. However, the highlight of this trip is not so much the city itself, but rather the natural wonders which surround it. Almaty Region is the most popular travel destination in Kazakhstan, and for good reason.

The mighty landscapes will capture your imagination. From vividly painted canyons to alpine lakes and juniper forests on mountain slopes, the diverse countryside offers some amazingly varied scenery. On this one-week tour you will be awed by the scale and magnificence of Kazakhstan’s natural environments.

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We fully appreciate that we all need to be flexible in the world of travel right now. You can book with us with complete confidence that you have the flexibility to change your plans if needed.

All bookings made this year can be changed or postponed free of charge. If you cancel your trip up to 16 days before the departure, we will hold your deposit as a credit towards an alternative trip in the future with Kalpak Travel.

Kyrgyzstan is a country of towering mountains and unique natural sites. This 12-day hiking itinerary offers a chance to explore these untouched peaks, green gorges, and turquoise alpine lakes on foot and up-close.

Explore Kyrgyzstan’s green, modern capital, Bishkek and enjoy the quiet charms and warm hospitality of Kyrgyzstan. Go trekking among wild and unspoilt mountains dotted with turquoise lakes. Watch traditional Kyrgyz horse games and meet an eagle hunter. Sleep in a yurt beside the alpine lake of Song Kul and Visit the “Pearl of Kyrgyzstan” – Issyk Kul. Soak up the hustle and bustle of oriental bazaars and meet locals to learn more about Kyrgyz culture and history.

Book With Confidence

We fully appreciate that we all need to be flexible in the world of travel right now. You can book with us with complete confidence that you have the flexibility to change your plans if needed.

All bookings made this year can be changed or postponed free of charge. If you cancel your trip up to 16 days before the departure, we will hold your deposit as a credit towards an alternative trip in the future with Kalpak Travel.

Kalpak Travel’s Best of Central Asia Tour combines the cultural highlights and natural beauty of five different countries in one epic journey.

In each of the Central Asian republics you’ll visit the modern and historic capitals, and see firsthand the cultural treasures and traditions of both the nomadic people who have crossed this region for centuries, and also the people who have settled in its cities.

The eclectic contemporary architecture of Nur-Sultan and Ashgabat contrasts with the sprawling Soviet-styled cities of Almaty, Bishkek, and Dushanbe, and nothing can prepare you for the impact of the great Silk Road cities, where flourishing Islamic culture and the medieval Timurid Empire left a lasting architectural legacy.

Travel across the five ‘Stans with us to experience the very best of Central Asian hospitality on an unforgettable adventure.

Explore the beauty of Montenegro’s National Parks in multiple ways. Mediterranean atmosphere, deep canyons, rugged mountains, a big lake and snowy peaks are the ingredients for this diverse adventure trip. Montenegro’s mountains are right at the doorstep of the Adriatic Sea. Experience pristine mountain culture combined with relaxed Southern European life style.

Highlights include scenic hikes in Biogradska Gora, Lovćen and Durmitor National Parks, kayaking on Lake Skadar rafting on the Tara River and a spectacular train ride across Europe's highest railway bridge. Parents will enjoy sampling the local wine and you can be sure to enjoy the Montenegrin cuisine.

This family trip is the perfect fit for adventurous families with children from 6-12 years age. Have fun and enjoy quality time with your family while exploring Montenegro’s most beautiful landscapes.

Highlights include rafting on the Tara River that runs through Europe's deepest canyon, Tara Canyon, a boat ride on Lake Skadar and a spectacular train ride across Europe's highest railway bridge. You'll also get the opportunity to visit a beekeeper and explore the old town of Kotor.

Our experiences are always new, fresh and a bit off-the-beaten-path and our travellers choose us for that reason! Whether it's the places you will see or the way in which you experience those places, our “5 Senses Tour” will make the experience of Montenegro intimate and unique.

On this trip you will traverse this tiny, magical country from the northern mountains, passing Lake Skadar to the Adriatic Sea. You will meet the friendly people of Montenegro in their homes, experience the diversity of nature, foods, sounds and sights!

Explore Bjelasica by horse and spend time fishing in Lake Skadar National Park as well as taking time to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Bay of Kotor. You'll travel through Mediterranean villages and sample the local cuisine from Montenegrin wines to olive oil tasting.

This 6-day Sedona and Grand Canyon Tour perfectly blends active excursions with restful and rejuvenating luxury.

Begin by visiting the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, then go boating on picturesque Lake Powell, with the ever-present opportunity to hike and explore this region’s natural wonders on foot. Next, settle into the healing red rock landscape of Sedona, where you can continue your adventures with optional hikes and activities, or take things down a notch to focus instead on visiting local wineries and partaking in indulgent spa treatments.

Get ready to check off half a dozen National Parks from your “must-visit” list, for this 7-day Southwest National Parks Tour deftly combines the best natural landscapes in the USA with the luxurious treat of having your own private driver.

Begin by soaking up the views at Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, continuing onward to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks via the scenic route through Capitol Reef National Park. Refresh with a few days in the Page region of Arizona and cruise along picturesque Lake Powell, before concluding with one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the lesser-visited North Rim of the Grand Canyon.

Jump into the Northwest’s diverse wildlife and breathtaking scenery with this comprehensive 7-day Bozeman to Jackson Hole program. Enjoy daily safaris, a breakfast river float, geothermal water features, and an evening enjoying the crystal-clear night skies with star gazing alongside an expert astronomer.

This comprehensive 6-day Lamar Valley & Old Faithful to Yellowstone tour leaves no stone unturned! You’ll have the chance to explore the complete highlights of the region, including many of the 10,000+ Geothermal water features, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Yellowstone Lake, and a safari though the Lamar and Paradise Valleys where you’ll surely spot a plethora of wildlife!

Yellowstone is an excellent option for winter or summer travel with endless outdoor activities to keep you and travel companions fully entertained.

With this 5-day Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks tour you’ll have the chance to see some of the USA’s most spectacular wildlife coupled with awe-inspiring jagged mountain peaks.

With a tour that starts and ends in Jackson Hole, well known for its famed skiing and winter sports, you’ll take a comprehensive journey through the region, visiting highlights like the Yellowstone National Park (and the Old Faithful Geyser), rugged plains where you can find buffalo, elk, and eagles, and you’ll relax with a scenic float along the winding Snake River.

This itinerary is perfect for both summer and winter fun and we'll gladly adjust activities based on seasonal weather.

This unforgettable 8-day Mountains, Deserts and Moonscapes Expedition will take you to the most remote and spectacular corners of this otherworldly state.

After a brief intro to San Francisco, you’ll drive to Yosemite National Park, to hike, stargaze and picnic in some of the most picturesque surroundings on the planet. Next explore the contrasting habitats of saline Mono Lake and freshwater June Lake before taking a detour to Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest to see the world’s oldest living trees.

Top it all off with two full days exploring surreal Death Valley, the lowest point in North America and the hottest spot on the planet!

Experience the incredible exotic variety of the Northern stretch of California’s famous Pacific Coast Highway on this 7 day North Coast Redwoods and Wine Country self-drive expedition.

First, get to to know San Francisco like a local, scratching the surface of her quirky ’hoods, cycling across the Golden Gate Bridge, and taking a sunset cruise on the Bay. Then, spend three days exploring the rugged Pacific Coast and its humbling, majestic Giant Redwood Groves, the world’s only temperate rainforest.

Top it all off with a couple of days drinking in everything the picturesque Wine Country has to offer. Soar over serene rolling hills spotted with vineyards on a sunrise hot air balloon ride, and top it off with visits to some of the finest estates in Napa and Sonoma, or a tour of the region’s world-class craft breweries.

The Gobi Desert provides the backdrop as you explore, discover and understand the Gobi as well as meet some of the people that make their home in these remarkable landscapes.

The Gobi principally spans six of Mongolia’s aimags (provinces) and our Gobi Insight trips takes in three of them - the eastern Gobi (Dorngobi), the Middle (Dudgobi) and the Southern (Omnogobi). Mongolians say they have at least 33 different types of desert - with the types frequently varying depending on water supply, minerals and location. For certain it is huge open expanse of extremes. Granite and limestone rock formations, vast gravel plains, sand dunes, 2800m mountains, gorges and canyons and Saxaul forest - this itinerary is designed so you experience the variety and diversity of the Gobi.

Roughly 17% of Mongolia's landmass has some form of national environmental protection with a focus on this increasing this up to 30%. A further 10% has local protected area status.

This trip brings you into contact with some of the less visited national parks and nature reserves in the country. The vast landscapes of Mongolia’s middle Gobi and the mountain forest steppe of Khentii provide the backdrop on this active adventure where you will experience the striking raw natural beauty and traditional and 21st century ways of Mongolia. By visiting two contrasting regions - Gobi and Khentii - you will leave with a better understanding of the diversity of the people and their way of life, the landscapes and wildlife in Mongolia.

This itinerary is not about ‘must see sights’ or the highlights of Mongolia. This is about real everyday life for rural communities as the spring thaw has started and the warmth of the sun is slowly bringing freshness to the land.

March is when the livestock start to give birth and this continues through April into May. Its an industrious time of year for Mongolia’s rural herding communities and that’s what this trip focuses on. The rural way of life – whether it be of a nomadic family that move 6 to 8 times a year or a retired couple with just a small number of livestock.

The slow pace of travel gives you enough time to gain local insight into rural life at this important time of year and the spring landscapes of Mongolia through ger homestays and family owned ger camps. You’ll get to experience the traditional way of life but at the same time gain an overview as what it means to be Mongolian in 21st Century Mongolia.

Embrace Mongolia’s glorious, limitless space on our Untamed Mongolia small group experience – a celebration of the diversity of Mongolia’s ‘eternal’ landscapes. Mongolia’s landscapes form a backdrop to any journey in Mongolia but are a central element in our Untamed Mongolia experience where the focus is about exploring and discovering the striking landscapes of the Gobi Desert, the high open steppe and the spectacular lake land and northern regions of Mongolia, including Lake Khovsgol.

This is the ultimate road trip combined with a camel trek, wild camping, day hikes and living alongside Mongolia’s herders. Join our Untamed Mongolia for an introduction to the real 21st Century Mongolia – its diversity of landscapes, its people and its way of life.

This trip explores the diversity of Mongolia’s immense and powerful landscapes. As you head west out of Ulaanbaatar, you explore alpine lakes, river valleys, mountains, open steppe grasslands and sand dunes. The diversity of landscapes in such close relation is matched by few other places in the world.

Combined with homestays with local families within these epic landscapes and wild camping, this makes for an exciting and original road trip.

Basakhan is a Kazakh eagle hunter and the main trek that forms the centrepiece of the itinerary was designed and put together between EL and Bashakhan. We have worked with Bashakhan for many years and he was always mentioning this trekking route he would like to focus on and so we have created this experience around the route. It is Bashakhan’s local knowledge is what makes this itinerary so special.

You will experience a different more hidden side of the Altai as you trek with Bashakhan from his summer pasture at Tsengel Khairkhan to the Altai Tavan Bogd Lakes of Khoton and Khurgan Nuur. Although this brief description does not do this remarkable region justice - it is unexpectedly beautiful. And off the beaten track. This is the Altai that few others get to see. An alternative to the popular Tsagaan Gol trek.

Staying at the very best camps and lodges that the renowned Elewana Collection has to offer, enjoy exceptional game viewing, intimate and bespoke dining, and an array of incomparable memories that will surely last a lifetime.

Your journey begins in Nairobi then head to Amboseli National Park, famous for its large population of over 1000 resident elephants. Next is Meru National Park which was brought to fame in the 60’s through Joy Adamson’s bestselling book, Born Free, the true story about Elsa the lioness.

Finally, fly to the Masai Mara, famous for its astounding numbers of wildlife. With both resident and transient populations of lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, giraffe, elephant, to name a few, as well as over 450 bird species, the vast fertile plains are dense with game.

Experience the world's greatest wildlife spectacle on an unforgettable migration safari. Witness the magic as thousands of vibrant wildlife traverse through Tanzania’s northern circuit and the Masai Mara. With patience and flexibility, the Migration itself is the cherry on top of an already delicious safari cake.

Up to two million herding animals, including wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, topi, hartebeest and impala, migrate seasonally, in a clockwise direction, from south Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara in Kenya. The scale of this event, and the encounters between predator and prey, offer an extraordinary and unequalled wildlife spectacle. Witnessing it firsthand is an awe-inspiring privilege and leaves you with unforgettable safari memories.

Angama Mara is perched on the rim of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, where endless plains meet a vista so wide it takes your breath away. The lodge’s remarkable setting overlooks what many safari travelers deem the finest game reserve on the continent, Kenya’s Maasai Mara. Angama Mara features fifteen spacious tented suites, which are reminiscent of a classical African safari, each with a view as spectacular as the next.

Every detail has been considered: end-to-end glass frontage, sweeping canvas, and decks overhanging the Mara. The Maasai Mara never fails to deliver extraordinary wildlife sightings: prides of lion, solitary leopards, the shy black rhino, and abundant herds of elephant and buffalo are all to be found here in and amongst bountiful plains game. Experience a truly classic safari in many ways at Angama Mara.

With its incredible diversity of landscapes and some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the world – it’s no surprise that Kenya is where the concept of safari was born. The allure of Kenya is legendary, and this 10-day safari captures its true essence.

Experience the wonders of Samburu; discover the magic of Ol Pejeta, and be awed by the finest wildlife viewing in the world in the Masai Mara. Discover abundant wildlife, breathtaking scenery, fascinating culture & enjoy an experience unlike anything else.

Nothing can top the romance and magic of a safari in Kenya, a destination marked by its rolling hills and expansive plains, and home to elephants, wildebeest, zebra, lions, and more.

With its incredible diversity of dramatic landscapes and home to some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the world – it’s no surprise that Kenya is where the concept of safari was born. Here you have some of the best game viewing opportunities in the world including the “Big Five” along with zebras, wildebeest, and more. Kenya also claims the title of having some of the best national parks and game reserves in Africa with diverse ecosystems, including the Masai Mara which is famous for its Great Wildebeest Migration.

This exclusive journey hits all the highlights and offers you the classic safari experience with the comfort of traveling with only your close friends and family. Snap photographs of elephants in Amboseli, birdwatch the hundreds of flamingos at Lake Nakuru and enjoy the unbelievable wildlife in the Masai Mara, arguably the number one game reserve for African safari trips. This unforgettable private adventure offers Odyssey Safaris legendary trip planning, great accommodations, and legendary guides—all at an excellent value.

After arriving in Ulaanbaatar, fly out to Ulgii or Khovd – the provincial capitals of western Mongolia. Spend time with the family experiencing their rural way of life and learning about the traditions and culture of the Kazakhs in Mongolia.

Transfer through Ulgii to the small community of Altai district. There is nothing planned as not planing in advance leads to a more respectful and naturally Kazakh experience, but options including learning more about the way of life or even a great horse trek or full day hike into the landscapes of the interior in the company of Aigerim or one of her sisters.

Transfer by road to the small community of Deluun at the foothills of the Khokhserkhiin Nuruu for a celebration of the Kazakh culture and focuses on the speed, agility and accuracy of the ‘berkut’. The festival provides you with a wealth of cultural experience as you mix in the company of small town folk, nomads and the Kazakh hunters.

Travel back to Ulgii where you will celebrate Nauryz, the first day of spring, before flying back to Ulaanbaatar.

After arriving in Ulaanbaatar, road trip to Amarbayasgalant Monastery, passing through some of Mongolia’s main agricultural land, before departing for Uran Togoo – Tulga Uul – a national protected area consisting of the extinct volcanoes and spend the evening with the small community of Khutag Undur.

Travel to the southern shore of Khovsgol Lake and explore the frozen surface by horse-drawn sleigh. Spend two days at the Ice Festival, a celebration of local community, networking and collaboration to ensure a better future for the region and its herding community.

Return to Murun and explore the Ushigiin Uver deer stones. Murun is the lively capital town of Khovsgol Aimag which bears the hallmarks of being a trading outpost close to the border with Russian Siberia, in that it is slightly wild and rough around the edges.

Stop at the powerful Selenge River on your way back to Ulaanbaatar.

On this 7-day Baja California Nature Tour, you’ll first be treated to spectacular nature and wildlife opportunities in Mexico’s central Baja California peninsula and the Sea of Cortez.

Set out by boat into the Bay of La Paz, for San Rafaelito, where you’ll get your first snorkel opportunity before heading to Balendra Bay, a protected area home to pristine beaches, mangroves and stunning scenery, great for trekking and snorkelling. Final stop takes you to the whale shark observation zone.

Experience luxurious tented glamping on Espiritu Santo Island. Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the best marine life viewing destinations in the world. Whales, dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays and plenty of beautiful tropical fish call the surrounding waters home, while bird species including Blue-footed Boobies, Reddish Egrets, Great Blue Herons and Yellow-footed Gulls frequent the island’s skies and shores.

Finally, journey to Los Cabos at the southernmost tip of the Baja California peninsula for some well-earned time spent soaking up the sun and sand in San Jose del Cabo before heading home.

Embark on a true cultural expedition via this Mexico City to Puebla & Oaxaca tour.

Begin by experiencing the far reaches of urban Mexico City, including the fabled canals of Xochimilco and discover the Coyoacan Market for some authentic Mexican cuisine, before heading on to Frida Kahlo’s Blue House.

Travel to Teotihuacan, nearly an hour outside of the city, to tour what is considered to be one of the most important Mesoamerican archaeological sites and explore the towering Pyramids of the Sun and Moon.

Exchange big city lights for smaller, more traditional cities of Puebla and Oaxaca, wandering colonial city centers and a maze of dynamic marketplaces. Finally, dive head-first into the traditional flavors of endemic mezcal paired with authentic, local cuisine.

Discover the spectacular ancient Maya civilisations in Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula on this Chichen Itza to Tulum tour.

Explore one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the impressive pyramid at Chichen Itza, before continuing to the charming city of Merida and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Mayan ruins, Uxmal, where you’ll explore the Palace of the Governors. Opt to add a local Cantinas cultural experience, exploring some of the more historical venues in town for a refreshing beverage and snacks.

Finally, visit one of the Yucatan’s newly discovered cenotes, cave-like underground freshwater sources, hidden in the jungle, before wrapping up your expedition at the ruins at Tulum and relaxing on the tropical beaches of the Riviera Maya.

Created for nature and wildlife lovers, this active trip offers incredible intimate experiences at responsibly operated establishments. Go on an exciting safari trip to a National Park to see some of the last remaining wild elephant herds. Explore remote villages and small towns that are still untouched by mass tourism to uncover authentic local culture. End the trip on a high note with a once-in-a-lifetime sea kayaking expedition with overnight camping at secluded islands.