Tours & Activities in Nukus

The destruction of the Aral Sea has rendered Karakalpakstan one of Uzbekistan’s most depressed regions. During this tour, you will see all main attractions outside of the Nukus, Aral Sea shore, Usturt plateau, Muynak Ship Graveyard, Natural Reserve around Sudochye Lake, and Mizdakhan Necropolis. If you’re attracted to desolation, you’ll love the Republic of Karakalpakstan.

If you’re attracted to desolation, you’ll love the Republic of Karakalpakstan. The Karakalpaks, are formerly nomadic and fishing people. The destruction of the Aral Sea has rendered Karakalpakstan one of Uzbekistan’s most depressed regions. The capital, Nukus, feels half deserted, and a drive into outlying areas reveals a region of dying towns and blighted landscapes. During this tour, you will see all main attractions outside of the Nukus, Aral Sea shore, Usturt plateau, Muynak Ship Graveyard, Natural Reserve around Sudochye Lake, and Mizdakhan Necropolis.

Explore the incredible adventure to disappearing Aral Sea. The tour will take you to the mystical history. The 2 days desert tour from Nukus to Aral sea will allow you to explore the Northern Uzbekistan and its wonderful nature.

Immerse yourself in the unique and rich cultural heritage of Karakalpakstan. We will head to the Chimbay district, where you'll find an array of craft workshops. At the Uyshi workshop, you will gain firsthand experience of the processes involved in producing the traditional Karakalpak yurt. Additionally, you'll witness carpet weavers creating beautiful strips to adorn the yurt’s framework and interior. Another village, Khalkabad, features authentic Karakalpak houses with flat roofs. This charming place is located near a canal where reeds flourish. The local residents are skilled in harvesting these reeds and crafting reed mats known as "shiy," used for yurt decoration. During your visit, you'll participate in a master class on traditional Karakalpak bread-making and learn how to prepare Zhuer Gurtuk from jukar flour, as well as the popular oil-fried pieces of dough known as baursaks. Join us in exploring this fascinating tour and uncover the hidden treasures of Karakalpakstan!

Discover the ancient cities of Uzbekistan and the magnificent landscapes of the Ustyurt Plateau and the Aral Sea. Discover the desert of Kyzilkum. Stay in desert yurt camp and ride the camels.Will the Aral Sea ever come back? Discover Aral Sea Facts, Maps, History. Ships and rivers on the Aral Sea.

With us in those days you will be able to get acquainted with one of the most amazing places in the region and see with your own eyes one of the examples of environmental disasters. This program allows you to feel the spirit of the "Great Desert" and its unpredictability and the "Great Sea" and its catastrophe. You will witness places that are not without reason was named as "Cemetery of Ships" and "White Canyon"

With us in one day you will be able to get acquainted with one of the most amazing places in the region and see with your own eyes one of the examples of environmental disasters. This program allows you to feel the spirit of the "Great Desert" and its unpredictability and the "Great Sea" and its catastrophe. You will witness places that are not without reason was named as "Cemetery of Ships".

Join this journey to the disappearing Aral Sea with this overnight tour. Leaving from Nukus, travel through rocky deserts, dried seas, and medieval towns before arriving at the Ustyurt Plateau. Spend the night in a cozy and conventional Karakalpak yurt. As the sun rises over the Aral Sea in the morning, take in the breathtaking scenery.

The air is filled with the aroma of freshly baked flatbreads and spices, creating an atmosphere of home comfort. The bright colors of fruits and fabrics delight the eye at the bazaar, and the sounds of local music fill the streets with life. The taste of pilaf, cooked according to traditional recipes, leaves an unforgettable mark, and sweet samsa gives joy from every bite. Locals are happy to share their stories, and the art in the Savitsky Museum immerses you in a world of inspiration and creativity. Nukus is a symphony of tastes, smells and emotions that will forever remain in the memory of travelers.

This program allows you to feel the spirit of the "Great Desert" and its unpredictability and the "Great Sea" and its catastrophe. You will witness places that was named as "Cemetery of Ships".