Private Day Trip to the Ship Graveyard of Moynaq

On this private day trip to the ship graveyard of Moynaq, we'll discover the implications of the Aral Sea disappearance, caused by human actions.

Private Day Trip Details

We will pick you up at your hotel in Nukus at the agreed time and travel to the port of Moynaq, which was once the inner basin of the Aral Sea.

Following a three-hour drive, we will reach the ship graveyard of Moynaq. The area, filled with rusty ships, highlights the drastic changes in this region. During our visit, we will discuss the environmental impact caused by the USSR rulers. The stranded ships create a significant visual representation of this ecological tragedy.

After exploring the ship graveyard, we will visit the Aral Sea and Regional History Museum to learn more about the area's past. We will spend one hour at the museum before returning to Nukus.

The entire tour will last approximately 8.5 hours, concluding back at your hotel.

Guide

At the time of booking, you can opt for the tour with or without a guide. If you select the unguided option, an English-speaking driver will assist you.