Tour to Akkergeshen plateau, Atyrau region, South kazakhstan region
The Akkergeshen plateau, chalk or white, is a unique creation of nature in the Atyrau region. We invite you on a tour to the Akkergeshen plateau from the city of Atyrau. The place is not far from the village of Kulsary in the Atyrau region, or rather, 48 kilometers from the village, the second landmark here is the village of Akkiztogay, from which 23 kilometers to the Akkergeshen plateau. One of the highlights of the Akkergeshen plateau is Mount Imankara, 200 meters high, which is considered a fairly high point for this region. We will meet the salt lake Tolagaysor while traveling along the plateau. The Akkergeshen Plateau is part of the larger Aktologai Plateau. The area is a white chalky desert, when the sun is bright, the light reflects off the surface and floods the entire area, so you should always wear sun goggles and a hat for your head, because in this region it can be very hot. Traveling around the region is necessary only by 4x4 car, do not forget to have a supply of water and a compass with you to navigate the terrain.
Akkergeshen Aktologay GPS coordinates: N47°18'32.52" E54°23'30.97"
- Distance of the route:
250 km
- Season time:
Best May – Good August
- Best time:
all season April – October
- Group size:
1 – 12 person
- Days & nights:
1 day
Tour itinerary:
Atyrau city - Dossor village - Akkergeshen plateau (245 km).
From Atyrau, our road will lie to the northeast, at a distance of about 40 kilometers from the city, on the right side of the road, we can see the village of Karabatan. The inhabitants of this village are engaged in the construction of one of the largest gas-chemical plants in the country. At the mark of 100 km from the city, we will pass the village of Dossor. For the first time in Kazakhstan, oil production began in this village 102 years ago. There are many monuments in Dossor that are dedicated to this event, which you can visit if you wish. Forty-five kilometers from the village of Dossor, to the left of the road, there is the mausoleum of Onai-ata. For centuries, he has been considered the patron saint of these places. We will make a short stop at the mausoleum. Further, after 65 kilometers, we reach the Akkergeshen chalk plateau. Upon arrival, we will have an exploratory walk along the plateau. We have lunch and return to the city of Atyrau.
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