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KAZAKHSTAN

Mangystau

Join us on an adventure through one of the most unique and rarely photographed regions on Earth - a striking blend of vast deserts, surreal rock formations, and intricate natural patterns, offering endless possibilities for photography, especially by drone!

Tour Length

9 days

Dates

Sept 26 - Oct 4

Activity Level

Easy

Group Size

8

Price

4.950,00
HIGHLIGHTS

Kazakhstan Itinerary

Day 1


We start our incredible Kazakhstan adventure at 10:00 a.m. We offer pickups from both the airport and the city. After a scenic two-hour drive, we’ll stop for lunch in a small town. Following lunch, we’ll continue our journey toward our first sunset location. The drive offers spectacular views and passes by the lowest point in Kazakhstan — 133 meters (433 feet) below sea level. For sunset, we’ll photograph two stunning rock formations overlooking the vast desert landscape. We’ll capture this scene from a small ridgeline, which requires a short uphill hike of around 10 minutes.

Images Day 1

Day 2


The second day begins with another incredible shoot. A white, stand-alone mountain will catch the first light of sunrise. There are several possible compositions — including one with an incredible mountain frame. This multi-shot panorama shows the white mountain surrounded by other peaks. The best time to shoot is about 30 minutes after sunrise, when the entire shadow fits within the frame. After our incredible sunrise at the White Mountain, we’ll continue toward our next location. We’ll drive for around 1.5 hours until we reach an amazing area for abstract photography. Here, we’ll fly our drones and also shoot with our regular cameras — the number of possibilities is endless. During sunset, we’ll focus on a very special feature — the Tiramisu Mountain. Its distinct layers and colors make it stand out from anything else. We’ll photograph this mountain both with our drones and cameras, and there will also be opportunities for other stunning abstract compositions. At night, we’ll stay next to Tiramisu Mountain. The Milky Way will align directly above it, and we’ll have fields of cracked mud all around to use as foregrounds.

Images Day 2

Day 3


After Tiramisu, we’ll continue our adventure toward the salt flats, an area perfect for abstract photography. We’ll explore and shoot from different spots to ensure we capture the best possible compositions. Following our session at the Salt Flats, we’ll return to the same mountains we photographed on days 1 and 2 — but this time from a completely different angle. We’ll be shooting from below the mountains, allowing us to use leading lines in the foreground, both with our cameras and drone.  From day 3 to day 4 we will stay in a hotel in town.

Images Day 3

Day 6 - 9


The location offers a vast salt flat, with a mountain at its center. While this mountain is the main subject to photograph, it’s well worth the entire journey — a sight unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Although the area is known for its dry climate, it can occasionally rain. When it does, the landscape transforms dramatically, creating a large temporary lake around the mountain — all it takes is about an hour of rainfall. The rain may wash away some of the white salt surrounding the mountain, but in return, it reveals a stunning mirror-like reflection.

On Day 8 we will drive back to Aktau and will check into our hotel. The tour ends on the morning of the 9th.   

Images Day 6 - 9

Day 4 & 5


After our hotel stay we will drive to our next location. This location has some incredible mountains, rock formations and foregrounds. We will shoot this location with both our main camera and drone at sunset and sunrise. During the night we will stay in nearby accommodation. This will be a traditional Yak Tent camp.

On day 5, we’ll drive to a different area. While we won’t be doing any major shooting on this day, the journey itself will be nothing short of spectacular. The long drive will be more than worth it, as a very special location awaits us at the end.

Images Day 4 & 5

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What's Included

Professional Photo Guides

Max and Madee know the area better than anyone and have a big drive to teach the group in a fun yet ambitious way. Your success and satisfaction is their success and satisfaction. The more you are willing to learn, the more we encourage you to ask questions at all times.

All lodging

We will stay for 3 nights in hotels

All gear

All camping gear will be included - sleeping mat, sleeping bag and tent for single use.

Chef and kitchen Tent

A Chef, big kitchen tent and assistants during the hiking part.

National park permits and entry fees

Faq content

Max Rive’s Processing Instructional Videos

You will receive both before and after the tour a download link to all his released processing tutorials. The total value will be around 550 USD.

Personal Processing Sessions

Max will demonstrate the latest processing techniques on a laptop connected to the available tv or monitor in the hotel. A photo from one of the participants or from the guide himself will be used. All sessions will be recorded and shared among the group so everyone can watch the classes back once at home.

Max Rive’s Lightroom Presets

You will receive both before and after the tour a download link to all his Lightroom preset packs.

All food

All food will be included - breakfast, lunch, dinner and in between snacks.

Transport

We will have 3 to 4 cars available. This will be 4x4 jeeps and SUV's.

Flights

To and from Aktau airport

Travel insurance

Must be arranged prior the tour

PATAGONIA TOUR GALLERY
FAQ

How is the weather?

The region is known for its dry climate. During the tour period, daytime temperatures can reach up to 25°C, while nighttime temperatures may drop to around 12°C. It can sometimes be colder, with daytime temperatures falling to about 15°C and nighttime temperatures dropping to around 5°C. It can also be very windy, which can make it feel even colder.

Any good for Drone Photography?

This Kazakhstan tour is all about drone photography. Around 80% of the photos in this PDF were taken with a drone. The landscapes feature fascinating lines, colors, and contrasts that truly come to life when captured from above. Kazakhstan is known for its vast and open terrain, and we’ll make the most of it by keeping enough space between each other while flying. We’ll also follow a set flight protocol to ensure safety and prevent any drone collisions. Any DJI drone will be suitable for this tour. We’ll charge batteries in the field using a generator, allowing for many flight hours. If you have no prior drone experience, I’ll be happy to assist and guide you throughout the tour.

REFUND AND CANCELATION
The deposit of 1500,- euro can be transferred to a different tour. A refund will be given if 1. A replacement has been found and 2. If the tour is fully booked.

Refund Policy regarding the full payment
(which is required 90 days before the tour start):
 • More than 60 days prior to the start date: 70%refund
• 45 days prior to the start date: 35% refund
• 30 days prior to the start date: 15% refund
• Less than 30 days: no refund.

When a replacement has been found a refund will be given. Any discount offered to that replacement will be deducted from the refund amount. The received amount will be refunded - transaction costs and currency differences might lower this amount.

Refunds will be paid by the same method as the original payment was made. Refunds will be initiated within 72 hours after the approved request. Please find our full refund and cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions here.