Reviews

I was traveling solo but really wanted to do some alpine climbing around Almaty, so I reached out to Katya, who then organized a 3 day trip with Tatiana as my guide. Having a female guide was really cool and she also really personalized the trip to what I wanted to do. We ended up spending the first day training and doing 2 peaks the next two days. This trip was more than just peak climbing for me, I learned soooo much and had a really good time! Everything was well organized, I didn't have to worry about anything and could just enjoy, 10 out of 10 for me.

My husband and I had a wonderful time climbing Pik Oktyabronok with Grigoriy. Our trip was very well planned and was a satisfying climb!

We had a brilliant 6 day trip with Katya in Ala Archa, Kyrgyzstan.

The week struck a great balance between learning new skills, but also getting the opportunity to climb some great peaks.

Katya was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and patient.

Would highly recommend.

Honestly didn't know what to expect from Kazakhstan but Silk Road Guiding made it one of the best trips we've taken. Our guide's English was excellent and his knowledge of the area went way beyond the usual tourist script — history, geology, local culture, he had it all covered without it feeling like a lecture.

What really stood out were the places he took us that we'd never have found on our own. Hidden viewpoints, a local spot for food that wasn't in any guidebook — the kind of things that make a trip memorable rather than just pretty photos.

We had a couple of special requests going in and both were handled without any drama. The whole itinerary was well thought out, nothing felt rushed or padded.

For what you get — private transport, quality accommodation, and a genuinely great guide — the price is more than fair. Already recommending them to everyone planning a Central Asia trip.

Amazing experience with Maxim in the Almaty Region. Maxim ensured we had the best skiing conditions and safest experience out on the mountains every day. Thanks for a memorable trip, we will be back!

This climb to Amangeldy Peak was the highlight of my trip to Kazakhstan. This was my first alpine climb, and while I had some mountaineering experience, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But Max made everything feel approachable, safe, and incredibly rewarding. The climb itself was both fun and challenging, and I learned so much along the way.

Max is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, and responsible. Throughout the climb, he carefully assessed conditions, set a pace that was both challenging and manageable, and always made safety the top priority. At the same time, he was very encouraging and supportive, which really helped me push through the tougher sections with confidence. Highly recommend Max to anyone considering alpine climbing

Katya was an awesome guide! She was very knowledgeable and courteous. We really enjoyed our rock climbing day trip in Almaty. Definitely recommend!

Max is a fantastic guide, he stuck with us through a 6 day Backcountry ski trip to Jyrgalan, and there isn't a better guide out there. He not only kept us safe in the back country during active avalanche activity while taking us to amazing fresh powder in his favorite spots, he also knew great food spots, and was extremely knowledgeable across history, local events and current events. The whole group was thoroughly impressed by his professionalism, easy going personality, and we even got to see his giant smile when he's in the mountains. What an absolute treat.

We had a great time with Max. We did 4 days of ski touring in Jyrgalan and one in Almaty with him. Max has excellent knowledge of both areas and planned 5 great days of skiing for us as well as driving us to and from Almaty and Jyrgalan.

We always felt like Max’s plan for the day was challenging but totally within our capabilities. Every day he found us fresh tracks and fun lines to ski.

His preparation and communication always made us feel safe.

We will be recommending Max to other people!

Max the guide was extremly attentive and patient. He bring the groupe to fresh deep snow every day !! He is experimented and he have a very good knowlege af the terrain. Lodging in Jyrgalan's guest house was perfect and the staff working there are super frendly and welcoming.