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Across the Floor of the Tethys Ocean

Across the Floor of the Tethys Ocean is a three-day off-road journey from Aktau through some of Mangystau’s most distinctive landscapes: Torysh, Kokala, Sherkala, Airakty, Ybykty Sai, Karaman-Ata Necropolis, Kyzylkup and Bozzhyra. Available as a private or group tour, it includes two camping nights and returns to Aktau on day three.

Sunset above rock formations.
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Distance
about 1,200 km
Format
Private / group
Price
Price on request

An off-road journey through Mangystau’s key locations

  1. Day 1

    Torysh → Kokala → Sherkala → Airakty

    The group departs from their hotel in Aktau for Torysh, then continues through Kokala and Sherkala towards the Airakty and Shomanai area. The overnight location is chosen according to the actual timing and conditions of the journey.

    An isolated rocky mountain above an open plain.
  2. Day 2

    Ybykty Sai → Karaman-Ata → Kyzylkup

    Ybykty Sai, Karaman-Ata Necropolis and Kyzylkup, also known as Tiramisu. The second camping overnight is arranged along the route.

    A layered sandy hill beneath a stormy sky.
  3. Day 3

    Bozzhyra → Aktau

    The upper, middle or lower Bozzhyra viewpoints are selected according to timing, road conditions and the actual route before returning to Aktau.

    White eroded cliffs and textured ledges.
A tent at a night camp beneath a starry sky.

What is included

  • Tent, sleeping bag, mat, pillow and camping equipment
  • Meals and water
  • Off-road SUVs with drivers

Breakfast on the arrival day and dinner on the departure day are not provided. Camping nights may be replaced with hotels or guest houses at the guests’ additional expense.

A few important details

Mobile coverage and weather

Mobile coverage may be limited along the route, and weather-related decisions are made according to actual conditions.

What to bring

Bring weather-appropriate clothing, personal hygiene items and any necessary medication. Let us know about allergies in advance.

Transfers

We collect guests from their hotel in Aktau in the morning and return them to their hotel by evening, depending on the actual progress of the route.

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