Kok Zhailau Plateau to Medeo Gorge

Our 16km trek today took us up to the Kok Zhailau Plateau, which translates as ‘sky blue summer pasture’, crossing green slopes and through dense forest. We began in the Almarasan Gorge and followed the Kazashka Valley and ascended to Green Pass. Crossing the Green Pass, where we enjoyed a picturesque view of Almaty. We then made a somewhat challenging descent into Medeo Gorge, in the Lle- Alatau National Park. From there we took a cable car to our overnight accommodation at Shymbulak Mountain Resort where we spent the remainder of the afternoon swimming in the heated outdoor pool and enjoying the sauna. Our lunch on the trails was a gourmet treat as was our evening meal at the resort. We love our group members. KE sure set the bar high today. Can’t wait for tomorrow!Read more