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Zhygylgan, Sultan Epe mosque, Shaqpaq ata mosque, Kapamsai  canyon

Features:

  • Duration: 8 hours

  • 4 breathtaking locations to explore

  • Available all year round

  • Distance 200 km on-road and 100 km off-road

  • Price varies by group size

  • Solo travelers group up

Tour overview

Discover the mysterious sinkhole of Zhygylgan, where the land meets ancient legends. Explore the sacred Sultan Epe and Shaqpaq Ata mosques, then marvel at the rugged beauty of Kapamsai Canyon — a hidden gem of Mangystau.

Highlights:

  • Mysterious sinkhole of Zhygylhan aka Fallen Earth

  • Underground mosque  Sultan Epe 10th century

  • Rock-cut mosque Shaqpaq ata 13th century

  • Hidden canyon Kapamsai

Included:

  • Airport transfer or hotel pickup

  • 4x4 off-road adventure vehicle

  • Lunch and bottled water

  • Entrance fees to all attractions

  • English-speaking guide

Itinerary

Pickup from hotel in Aktau - 8:00 AM

Departure 8:30 - 9:00 AM
1st stop: Jygylgan (Fallen Earth)
Explore this geological marvel, known for the land collapse and the footprints of ancient animals, including sabre-toothed tigers.

2nd stop: Sultan Epe underground mosque
Visit the ancient Shakpak-Ata Mosque, carved into the rock, holding spiritual and historical significance.

3rd stop: Shakpak-Ata mosque
Visit the ancient Shakpak-Ata Mosque, carved into the rock, holding spiritual and historical significance.

Last stop: Kapamsay Canyon
Marvel at the stunning views and unique rock formations in this beautiful canyon.

Drop-off at Hotels or at the Airport

Tour price 400 USD

Our tours are based on a flat rate of $400 per vehicle. For a group of 3, this brings your cost to just $133 per person.

1–3 Passengers: Includes a dedicated driver and guide.

4 Passengers: Only $100 per person (Driver included; guide excluded to maximize seating)

A non-refundable deposit of 50 USD is required to secure your spot on the tour

The remaining balance for the tour must be paid on the first day before tour begin.

Solo travelers group up available

We accept VISA and PayPal payments.

Google reviews

Zdenek 

Prvni Pozice

Akhtan is very friendly and very kind. He knows very much about his country.

Samuel 

Marseille Boxing Club

We had the time of our lives in this beautiful country , thank you for taking care of us , we loved every minute of it and we will come back.

Brian Faure

Extreme traveler

Akhtan was the best ! I had a special adventure with him. He was everytime ready to the appointment and he knows the story of his country and about the Mangystau desert, I recommend him as a guide, 4x4 driver too, very good English.We will see each other again my friend 🤝🏼 🇰🇿🇫🇷

Subodh Shetty 

Dubai based photographer 

Flawlessly organized Kazakhstan tour — excellent food, comfortable stays, and seamless transport throughout. Everything was thoughtfully planned, letting us focus on the experience, not the logistics. Top-notch execution from start to finish.

Rubin 3 LLP
BIN 220640012109

7 district, 12 bldg, office 7, Aktau city , Kazakhstan, 130000

traveltokazakhland@gmail.com

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