Tours/Baku/Gabala & Shamakhi Nature Tour (Group or Private)
Viator · group up to 18 pax

Gabala & Shamakhi Nature Tour (Group or Private)

4.8(173)Baku1 hour
VIATOR4.0(3)TRIPADVISOR4.8(170)

Description

One day before our guide will contact you and get the location of your hotel or any accommodation in Baku. Gabala is 216 km from Baku. On the way to Gabala, our first stop will be Shamakhi City which was the ancient capital of Shirvansah's reign. Juma mosque which is considered the oldest mosque in Azerbaijan will be visited in Shamakhi. After reaching Gabala city guests will taste delicious lunch at the traditional restaurant. You can enjoy nature walking around Nohur Lake, or take a boat or catamaran ride. Tufandagh Mountain Resort is the most popular touristic place in Gabala. Guests can get a cable car and go to the top of Tufandagh Mountain. Winter Season Resort became a skiing resort as well. 7 beauties Waterfalls will be our last stop in Gabala. On the way to the waterfall, we will change our minivan to a Soviet Lada car and experience an off-road trip

Tour Options

Group Tour
  • Pickup included
Private Tour
  • individual tour Mercedes-Benz Viano (minivan) Pickup included

Itinerary

Pass by

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30 min

Juma Mosque of Shamakhi or Friday Mosque is a mosque in the city of Shamakhi, Azerbaijan.Construction date of the mosque- 743-744 relies on research of a geological commission coming from Tiflis, which was led by prince Shahgulu Qajar. This date was defined with Arabic ligature on the facade of the Friday Mosque, stating the year 126 according to Islamic calendar as the establishment year.Just in this period the construction of new religious buildings – mosques – was begun in the territory of Azerbaijan. Historical appearance of ancient Islamic architectural monuments was related to Arabs’ governance and spreading of Islam in the territory of Azerbaijan. Friday Mosque of Shamakhi is considered the first mosque in the Caucasus after cathedral Friday Mosque of Derbent, which was constructed in 734.

Admission included60 min

Gabala (also known as Qabala) is a city in northern Azerbaijan Guests will have a lunch and traditional Restaurant and taste delicious Azerbaijani foods

30 min

A few kilometres southeast of Qabala is one of Azerbaijan’s most beautiful spots. Lake Nohur is a manmade lake created after World War II to supply surrounding villages with water. Today it is a popular recreation spot consisting of a large tree-lined body of water reflecting the Greater Caucasus Mountains in its green-blue waters. Swimming is prohibited but fishing and hiking are popular.

Admission included60 min

Tufandag Winter-Summer Tourist Complex is located 4 kilometers far from Gabala city. The resort allows visitors to enjoy different extreme sports and tourism activities in the harmony with nature. Tufandag complex provides skiing in winter, going up to the mountains by cable cars in summer, mountain climbing by ATV quad bikes and other types of entertainment

Highlights

Professional guide
National Park fees
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Transport by air-conditioned minivan

What's included

Included
Professional guide
National Park fees
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
Cable Car (12.90 USD = 22AZN)
in Gabala will stop at a Orman restaurant where you can purchase it. Will cost around 10 USD per person

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up from all Hotel or any accommodation at city center of Baku

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(173)

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_M2039GH
July 5, 2026
Nizami Street

Hello, the trip with the guide Laman was very beautiful and enjoyable. The tour was good, but the restaurant in Quba was expensive, and there was an additional service charge of approximately 5 manats on the bill. I don't know what service they provided, but the rest of the trip was excellent, and the guide's cooperation with us was very nice.

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aljonr998
July 4, 2026
Very Nice Tour in Gabala

Laman is a very good tour guide. Very patient and approachable.

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Cruiser720889
July 4, 2026
Lavender fieldssss

Laman is the best!!! She was the coolest guide ever. Her patience, kindness, and understanding made the whole experience unforgettable. She made everyone feel comfortable, and always went above and beyond to help. Truly one of the most friendly and amazing guides I’ve ever met. And the tour!!! Unforgettable!!! The thrill-seeking adventure on the Tufandag coaster plus the beautiful lavender fields made the whole trip feel magical. What a tour!!! Thanks, Laman, for the amazing experience and unforgettable memories.

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leandreip
July 4, 2026
Amazing Baku!Amazing Laman. Best tourguide Ever!

We had a wonderful day. Our tour guide Laman is so amazing. She explained very well all the tourist destinations and make sure that all of us are having a great time. She is so sweet and she has a good potential of being successful tourguide in Baku. We will recommend her travel agency to our friends too. Kudos and good job Laman. We love you

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Seaside66888050324
July 4, 2026
A Truly Enjoyable Tour

The tour was wonderful, and our guide made the experience even better. Everything was well organized from start to finish. A special thank you to Laman for the excellent guidance and for making the trip enjoyable and memorable.

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787ayanu
July 4, 2026
Overall a good experience especially with the guide Laman

Overall a best experience especially our guide Laman She makes my tour more good

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botakozy2026
June 26, 2026
We all liked it🤭

Today, 26.06.2026, my friends and I went on a tour to Gabala and it was one of the most wonderful days! 😍 We loved absolutely everything from start to finish. A special thanks goes to our guide and driver. Very kind, polite and sympathetic people! Throughout the trip, they were there, explaining everything in detail, helping with ticket purchases, telling us where to go, and even solving our little problems, like helping us queue for a photo shoot. Thanks to their care and professionalism, the trip was as comfortable as possible and left only the most pleasant experience. Thank you for your wonderful organization, warm attitude and unforgettable emotions! Be sure to recommend this tour to your friends and would love to go with you again! ❤️

Operator response

Спасибо за такой теплый отзыв! Мы очень рады, что вам понравился тур. Будем рады видеть вас снова! ❤️

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tayyaba364
June 13, 2026
Exellent Trip

It was beautiful, especially with Ms. We had a lot of fun there going out there sightseeing as well as being able to Ms. Ayatan about the cities and country as a whole.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're happy you enjoyed the Gabala & Shamakhi tour with Ms. Ayatan. Hope to see you again!

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788mehtaps
May 10, 2026
A Relaxed and Memorable Tour with a Thoughtful Guide

We had a wonderful overall experience and would happily do this tour again. A special thank you goes to our tour guide, Mehebbet, who truly impressed us with his friendly and helpful nature. He took plenty of time for us, answered all of our questions, and never made us feel like we had to hurry. This allowed us to explore everything in a relaxed way and really enjoy the atmosphere. We also really appreciated how he shared interesting facts and little details that we probably would have missed otherwise. He was always patient and adjusted to our pace throughout the tour. I was traveling with my younger sister, and as two girls, we felt safe and well looked after at all times, which was very important to us. Our tip: definitely ask questions – he genuinely takes the time to explain everything clearly and in detail. We’re very grateful that he was our guide and would recommend this tour with him anytime!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review 😊 We’re truly happy that Mehebbet made you feel comfortable, safe, and relaxed throughout the tour. Your kind words mean a lot to us 🌷

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melek_149
May 10, 2026
A Wonderful, Relaxed Tour Experience with an Exceptional Guide

We had a really great experience and can absolutely recommend this tour. We would especially like to highlight our tour guide, Mehebbet. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and accommodating. What we appreciated most was that he took his time to answer all of our questions in detail and never made us feel rushed. We were able to explore everything at our own pace and truly enjoy the places we visited – which makes a huge difference. Mehebbet also shared many interesting background details that you wouldn’t easily find elsewhere. At the same time, he was very relaxed and adapted well to our pace. I was traveling with my little sister, and as two girls, we felt very safe and well taken care of the entire time. That was really important to us and made the experience even more enjoyable. A small tip: take the opportunity to ask him questions – he really takes the time to explain everything clearly. I’m very grateful that he was our tour guide. The experience definitely wouldn’t have been the same without him!

Operator response

Thank you for your beautiful review 😊 We’re delighted that Mehebbet helped make your experience special, comfortable, and memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation 🌷

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