Nomad Life for a Day: Yurts, Horsemen & Falconry Show

From Almaty: Huns Ethno-Village & Falconry Show

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A one-day tour from Almaty: the Hunny ethno-village with a falconry show, yurts and nomadic cuisine. Included: transport and guide.

A one-day ethno excursion to the “steppe” side of Almaty Region: yurts, nomadic cuisine, and a falconry show. The centerpiece of the program is the Hunny ethno-village, where you will see yurts, a falconer with a golden eagle, horse performances, and lunch at the village, included in the ticket. The full day is accompanied by an experienced guide in comfortable transport. For a private group or a smaller party, ask us for a tailored format. The route is adjusted to the group’s pace, and the day suits both first-time visitors and those who already know Almaty. The tour runs year-round.

Highlights

  • Ethno-village “Hunny” — a reconstruction of nomadic life 70 km from Almaty
  • Departure from Almaty in the morning, return to the hotel the same day
  • An introduction to Kazakh nomadic culture — yurts, food, traditions, falconry
  • All transfers are by comfortable air-conditioned transport with an experienced driver

Itinerary

Day 1

Hunny Nomadic Village and Falconry Show

Morning departure from Almaty (about 70 km) to the Hunny ethno-village, a reconstruction of Kazakh daily life. After arrival, a tour of the yurts and a demonstration by a falconer with a golden eagle, the falconry show. Next come horse performances and a meeting with the nomads’ instruments, where the guide explains how each one sounds and what it was used for. Lunch at the village is included in the ticket. In the afternoon, drive back to Almaty.

Want to change a day? The guide adapts the pace and stops to your group.Ask the guide →

What’s included

Included
  • Transport throughout the entire route
  • Professional guide services
  • 1 lunch at the Huns Ethno-Village (included in the village ticket)
Paid separately
  • Other meals
  • Entertainment and additional activities outside the main program
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
Good to know

Free cancellation 24 hours before the tour starts — full refund. After that — according to the operator’s rules.

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Practical info

Good to know

Meeting place
You choose the meeting point: an address, hotel, or airport in Almaty, arranged at booking
Suitable for
Suitable for everyone: families, senior travelers, couples, groups of friends, solo travelers

What to bring

  • Identity card or passport
  • Comfortable walking shoes for walks and light trekking
  • Sunscreen (SPF 30+), sunglasses, and a hat
  • A warm jacket or fleece — it is cool in the mountains even in summer
  • A light rain jacket or membrane jacket in case of mountain showers
  • A water bottle (to refill in villages and hotels) and a light snack for the road

Safety notes

Please follow the guide's instructions, check the weather forecast before departure, and bring appropriate clothing and footwear.

Available year-round
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from $255/ person