Shopan-Ata & Beket-Ata
A pilgrimage route to the holy places of Mangystau.
Route map
A sketch, not a navigator: it shows the order of stops and the direction of the day.
- Karagiye Depressionupper viewpoint
- Shopan-Ataunderground mosque
- Oglandy-Ata
- Beket-Ataunderground mosque
How the day goes
- 07:00Door pickup in Aktau
Hotel or apartment — at the address you give us.
- ≈ 09:30Karagiye Depression
upper viewpoint
- ≈ 12:00Shopan-Ata
underground mosque
- ≈ 12:30Tea, coffee and sweets
A short break on the road.
- ≈ 14:30Oglandy-Ata
- ≈ 17:15Beket-Ata
underground mosque
- ≈ 20:00Back to Aktau
We drop you off at the same address.
Times are approximate and depend on weather, roads and the group's pace.
What's included
- Prepared 4×4Ready for off-road and long drives
- Driver-guideKnows the roads, legends and the best photo spots
- Personal expensesSouvenirs, café beyond lunch
- AccommodationA one-day tour — you sleep at your place
From our trips
Shots from our past trips — guests, cars, stops and sunsets. Tap to browse.
FAQ
How many people per car?
The price of 100,000 ₸ is per car for up to 4 guests — the most comfortable option. Larger groups travel as a convoy of several cars.
Can I bring children?
Yes, from age 5. We keep children close at cliffs and high viewpoints — parents are responsible for their safety.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, a windbreaker, a power bank and an ID. For mosques — a headscarf and modest clothing.
What if the weather turns bad?
We watch the forecast and, if needed, change the order of locations or move the date with your agreement.
I'm travelling alone — can I join a group?
We don't form groups of individual travellers, but we can look for companions for your date after a 20% deposit. If a group forms, the car price is shared.
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