Photo: Aktau
Cottage 1Aktau
Named after the city on the Caspian shore.
Almaty · 43.1190° N 76.9113° E
A light in the mountains
A cottage village in the Alma-Arasan gorge, 15–20 minutes from central Almaty. Cosy cottages, banyas with a plunge pool, a banquet hall for 80 guests. Open all year round.
- 15–20 min from Almaty
- Halal cuisine
- Breakfast included
- Starlink internet
- CCTV 24/7
The place
The city is close, yet you hear only the mountains
“Tau Shyraq” means “mountain lamp”: the glow in a cottage window among the peaks, a sign to the traveller that someone is expecting them.
Tau Shyraq stands in the Alma-Arasan gorge. Almaty’s centre is 15–20 minutes away, yet it feels like a hundred kilometres from the bustle.
Here you can simply breathe out: wake to silence, step into fresh air, warm up in the banya and sit down with your loved ones in the evening.
In summer, green forest, meadows and warm evenings surround you.In winter, snow lies all around and the cottage windows glow. We are open all year, and each season has its own mood.
15-20minutes from central Almaty
6cottages for 2–8 guests
2banyas with a plunge pool
80guests in the banquet hall
Stay · cottages in the Almaty mountains
Six cottages, each with its own name
Spacious cottages of 65–80 m² for 2–8 guests. Gather with family or friends without getting in each other’s way. Every morning begins with breakfast, already included in the price.
Photo: Shymkent
Cottage 2Shymkent
Named after Kazakhstan’s southern capital.
Photo: Astana
Cottage 3Astana
Named after the capital of Kazakhstan.
Photo: Semey
Cottage 4Semey
Named after the city on the Irtysh.
Photo: Verny
Cottage 5Verny
The name Almaty once went by.
Photo: Almaty Region
Cottage 6Almaty Region
Named after the neighbouring Almaty Region.
- Private bathroom: sink, shower, toilet
- Fridge and microwave
- Kettle and tableware
- Bed linen
- Breakfast included
Prices per cottage
| up to 2 guests | 39 000 ₸ |
| up to 4 guests | 50 000 ₸ |
| up to 6 guests | 65 000 ₸ |
| up to 8 guests | 80 000 ₸ |
- Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 14:00. Early arrival and late departure by arrangement.
- 10% discount for pensioners and people with disability groups I and II.
- Children are welcome. There are no baby cots.
- Pets are possible by prior arrangement.
- Free parking for 6–8 cars.
Banya in the Almaty mountains
A banya in the mountains, heated by wood and gas
Two banyas for up to 6 guests each. Warmth, steam, a rest room and a plunge pool to cool off after the steam room. Come as a couple, with family or with friends.
- Tea
- Towels
- Bathrobe
- Rest room
- Plunge pool
- Gas and wood
15 000 ₸per hour, 2-hour minimum, until 22:00
Photo: banya and plunge pool
Photo: gazebo
Gazebos, summer
Three gazebos for large groups
A big table under the open sky, a grill and mountain air. Capacity from 15 to 30 guests.
- Grill and cauldron hearth, 20-litre water boiler
- Sockets, lighting and a tapchan (daybed)
- Skewers and tableware provided
- Bring your own food and drinks, no corkage fee
Banquet hall in Almaty
A celebration in the mountains to remember
Two floors, up to 40 guests on each, up to 80 in total. The hall is open all year: in summer there is greenery outside the windows.in winter there is snow outside the windows.
- Weddings and engagements (kudalyk)
- Anniversaries and family celebrations
- Corporate events and meetings
- Private birthday parties
17 000-25 000 ₸banquet menu per guest
You can bring your own host and décor by arrangement. Cottages and banyas are close by.
Get a banquet quotePhoto: banquet hall
Restaurant
Eastern cuisine, every dish halal
We cook to pre-order: fresh and sized to your group. We can serve food straight to your cottage or gazebo.
- Eastern cuisine, halal only
- Order ahead so everything is ready when you arrive
- Served to your cottage or gazebo
Things to do
The mountains begin at your doorstep
Step out of your cottage and you are in the gorge. Walk, breathe, ride a horse and return to the banya, where the steam awaits.
Mountain peaks
A route to suit your strength, from a slow walk to a climb. The view is worth it.
Horse riding
Rides in the surroundings of the gorge.
Hot springs
There are hot springs nearby.
Banya and plunge pool
The best way to warm up after a walk.
Gazebo and grill
An evening by the fire with loved ones in the open air.
Summer and autumnWinter
Greenery, meadows and warm evenings.Snow, silence and light in the cottage windows. The best time for the banya.
Getting to the Alma-Arasan gorge
Close to the city, far from the bustle
15-20minutes from central Almaty
40-60minutes from the airport
28 and 211buses to the gorge
6-8free parking spaces
Яндекс · Ubertaxi and transfer on request
In winterthe road is in good condition, any car can make it
Alma-Arasan gorge, 18
Almaty
Directions and reviews in 2GISAlmaty
FAQ
The essentials in brief
How do I get there and how long is the drive?
It is 15–20 minutes from central Almaty and 40–60 minutes from the airport. Buses 28 and 211 run to the gorge, and you can call a taxi via Yandex or Uber. We will help you arrange a transfer.
Can I drive there in winter in an ordinary car?
Yes. In winter the road is in good condition and any car can make it.
Is there parking?
Yes, free, for 6–8 cars.
What is included in the price?
The cottage, bed linen, tableware, kettle, microwave, fridge, a private bathroom and breakfast.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00, check-out by 14:00. We agree early arrival and late departure in advance.
Can I bring children?
Of course. There are no baby cots, so please keep that in mind when booking.
Can I bring pets?
Yes, by prior arrangement. Please write to us before you arrive.
Are there any discounts?
Yes. 10% off for pensioners and people with disability groups I and II.
What is the cuisine, and is it halal?
Eastern cuisine, every dish is halal. We work on pre-order. Food can be delivered to your cottage or gazebo.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
In the gazebos, yes, with no corkage fee. Please check the terms for the banquet hall with a manager.
What are the rules on site?
Quiet hours begin at 22:00. Alcohol is for guests over 21 only. The grounds are under CCTV around the clock.
Is there internet?
Yes, internet via Starlink.
How do I book a banquet?
Write or call us and we will help choose the hall, menu and format. You can bring your own host and décor by arrangement.
How quickly do you reply?
On WhatsApp and by phone we usually reply within 5–10 minutes, around the clock.
Enquiry
Tell us what you are planning and we will arrange everything
We reply on WhatsApp and by phone within 5–10 minutes, around the clock.
Reservations team, available 24/7
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