Tamgaly Tas
Tamgaly Tas
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Rheanne_77
Astana, Kazakhstan135 contributions
Mar 2016 • Solo
I was quite shocked at the $250/person price that most tours were asking for this UNESCO site - but a female friend and I did it on the cheap and without a guide - it was fabulous! We got a taxi for 40,000T round trip (though to be fair, a 4x4 would have been better). The driver waited 2 hours at the site parking lot as a very knowledgeable local guide took us around. You can't seem to get in without one of these local guides, so having your own won't help you avoid it. Though he didn't speak English and we had no Russian or Kazakh, he pointed to each petroglyph and we made signs and guesses until we understood what each one was. Read up before you go, have at least a little idea of what is represented, and this is a fantastic way to go! Maps/directions are hard to find and there is no signal for GPS help once out in the steppe - take the A2 out of Almaty headed for Bishkek. After about a hour (passing thru the towns of Kaskelen, Uzynagash, Samsi and Targap, look for the turn off on the right side for "Kopa". It's hard to see, so watch for it. After this turn off the road gets a lot worse (though there are drive around ditches to avoid the worst potholes) and it looks like you are headed nowhere. Keep going about 26km to Kopa, up over the bridge over the tracks and then a 45 min drive to the small Tamgaly/Tanbaly site. The museum is first and the site is 10 minutes past that.
Written 8 April 2016
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KendonandFaith
Singapore, Singapore32 contributions
Aug 2013 • Friends
This was an amazing experience. It's not everyday that you have the chance to get up close and personal with history. I took a trip to Tamgaly Tas with my Kazakhstan History and Culture class at University in my study exchange semester. Our guide was really great and informative, and it was just so cool to see these old, old, very old petroglyphs up close. Most areas had no ropes or barriers to keep you a distance away from the rocks. Walking around the area was part of the amazing experience, just imagining people from ages ago drawing these images and living there.
I'd totally recommend a trip here!!! Bring water, sunblock, a hat, and some snacks!
I'd totally recommend a trip here!!! Bring water, sunblock, a hat, and some snacks!
Written 7 July 2014
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Shaiia
Paris, France25 contributions
Aug 2013 • Friends
Very interesting place.
The 3000 years old petroglyphs are well preserved and the guided tour is ideal to see them all. The guided tour lasts almost 2 hours.
I didn't really like the fact that the guide (in principle paid by the park to do this job, the tour is supposed to be free for tourists) asked us for money at the end when we got into the car.
In fact, we planned to give him a tip but because he requested it, we passed... (I know, not nice...)
Visit the site on the afternoon because the light will be better to see the petroglyphs.
The 3000 years old petroglyphs are well preserved and the guided tour is ideal to see them all. The guided tour lasts almost 2 hours.
I didn't really like the fact that the guide (in principle paid by the park to do this job, the tour is supposed to be free for tourists) asked us for money at the end when we got into the car.
In fact, we planned to give him a tip but because he requested it, we passed... (I know, not nice...)
Visit the site on the afternoon because the light will be better to see the petroglyphs.
Written 22 August 2013
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Jan T
Leidschendam, The Netherlands1,409 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
It is an hour's drive from Kapchagay. Take the second exit (44.095211, 77.064987). This road is much better than the road from the earlier exit.
From the entrance (44.064266, 76.996056), it was a 300-meter walk to the petroglyphs, located against a rock wall and easily accessible.
A bit further, there were more petroglyphs, but these were less remarkable. In fact, you've seen it all after a few minutes and it's only recommended if you are specifically interested in petroglyphs or if you have plenty of time.
In early September on a Wednesday, there were several dozen tourists, some with a tent.
From the entrance (44.064266, 76.996056), it was a 300-meter walk to the petroglyphs, located against a rock wall and easily accessible.
A bit further, there were more petroglyphs, but these were less remarkable. In fact, you've seen it all after a few minutes and it's only recommended if you are specifically interested in petroglyphs or if you have plenty of time.
In early September on a Wednesday, there were several dozen tourists, some with a tent.
Written 13 November 2023
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JLC-1972
Hellerup, Denmark233 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
If you want to see petroglyfs, be very careful where you go. Tamgaly Tas is NOT the same as Tamgaly! In Tamgaly Tas there are only a few petroglyfs and they are quite new. The UNESCO-site is Tamgaly and is in a different direction.
Written 4 June 2017
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LenchikR
Almaty, Kazakhstan72 contributions
Jun 2013 • Family
Nobody in this place can have his/her soul and mind remained indifferent! Somebody is impressed by the few-thousands old Fire-altar inside the cave, somebody by ancient and medieval rock-engravings, somebody with the nature surroundings, including Ili river, and somebody with just an overall misterious and highly spiritual atmosphere of the place!
Written 20 September 2013
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I_laurentius
240 contributions
Jul 2013 • Business
Though a bit remote - get a proper car to maneuver the roads - it is well worth the journey. It is an amazing experience to see these "paintings" and the grave places... plus the journey there and back is worth the trip already.
The Staff at the site are great guides, always welcoming and knowledgeable. Bring time, as there is lots to see.
Don't forget to stock up on water and picnic, as there is hardly any supplies along the whole road from Almaty and Tamgaly Tas
The Staff at the site are great guides, always welcoming and knowledgeable. Bring time, as there is lots to see.
Don't forget to stock up on water and picnic, as there is hardly any supplies along the whole road from Almaty and Tamgaly Tas
Written 9 August 2013
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Kairat
Almaty, Kazakhstan91 contributions
May 2013 • Friends
What is nice: Tamgaly is a petroglyph site. Some of the petroglyphs are several centuries old, like a beautiful image of Buddha. Some are older and reflect those times when flora and fauna were more abundant in Kazakhstan. Some are easily accessible and seen, others may require some time to be found. The site is on the bank of the river Ile, which is beautiful and surprisingly large for this dry area. If you go there in spring/early summer, you will see the blooming steppe and will be able to pick up mushrooms.
What is wild: There is no regular transportation to the site. The distance from Almaty is about 120 km. You have to have a car or rent a bus from a tourist company. The last 8 kilometers or so is an unpaved road. There are no restaurants or toilets. On any day of the week you can see several families picnicking. Unfortunately, they leave a lot of trash.
What is wild: There is no regular transportation to the site. The distance from Almaty is about 120 km. You have to have a car or rent a bus from a tourist company. The last 8 kilometers or so is an unpaved road. There are no restaurants or toilets. On any day of the week you can see several families picnicking. Unfortunately, they leave a lot of trash.
Written 15 June 2013
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Veronika K
Prague, Czech Republic29 contributions
May 2017 • Family
At Tamgaly Tas we were camping by the river under lovely petroglyphs. The dirt road leading from the main road to the river Illy is ok, viable by non 4x4 vehicles as well.
Pay attention to snakes, we have seen one. Also, there are small annoying flies, so be sure you take a repelent with you.
Pay attention to snakes, we have seen one. Also, there are small annoying flies, so be sure you take a repelent with you.
Written 23 May 2017
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Dmitry Z
Almaty, Kazakhstan15 contributions
Apr 2015 • Friends
Friends and I went to TT for so many years to climb rocks, run and bike, and spend evenings at the campfire, and enjoy nature and history at their best. Unfortunately, ubiquity of cars made that heaven a dust bowl. Every crappy SUV-owner decided to test their ride on the delicate greenery of the hills around Tamgaly, and just about everybody thought it was a good place to dump the garbage they brought along. The local authorities reacted in a predictable manner, building an ugly iron gate, a football field and several concrete-enclosed dumps. So, come in winter or in rainy season, or in early spring. Avoiding crowds is your best bet to enjoy the place.
Written 4 May 2015
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Здравствуйте, Юлия! Скоро 15 июня мы с группой детей от 7 до 13лет в количестве 45 человек хотели бы поехать туда. Не могли бы вы дать номер тел. гида, о кот. писали в отзывах? И еще: С детьми не опасно ли?
Written 2 June 2018
Добрый день! Меня интересует следующее: Можно ли ехать на большом автобусе с детьми в июне. Не опасно ли? Еще нам нужен гид хороший (если можно его тел.). Какие экологические сборы?
Written 27 May 2018
В Тамгалы (Танбалы) можно ехать на большом автобусе, есть место для перекуса (большие беседки), билет на месте стоит 500 тенге (взрослый, информации о детских билетах у меня нет) для граждан РК.
В целом там безопасно, но лучше носить закрытую нижнюю одежду, для защиты от насекомых.
Лучшее время для посещения - Апрель, начало мая. Но и в Июне можно, правда будет жарковато))
Written 28 May 2018
Any recommendations for arranging driver from Almaty?
Written 14 July 2016
Is this a good place to visit in winter? What is there to do?
Written 13 July 2016
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