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Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Tour (lunch included)

By Kazakhstan Guided Tours
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $96 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 17h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover 5 of Almaty’s most iconic natural wonders in just one unforgettable day! Perfect for travelers short on time, this tour covers Charyn Canyon, Black Canyon, Moon Canyon, and the stunning Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes — all in one seamless itinerary.

Travel in comfort with an international group and an expert English-speaking guide who will reveal hidden viewpoints, share local insights, and help you capture the best photos.

Enjoy a stop at a remote village to experience authentic Kazakh cuisine and warm local hospitality.

This is one of the most complete day tours in the region — designed to maximize your time and show you the very best of Almaty’s nature. Expect dramatic landscapes, crystal-clear mountain lakes, and unforgettable views at every stop. Don’t miss the chance to see it all in a single day!

Activity location

  • Lower Kolsai Lake
    • Saty, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ibis Almaty Jetisu
    • 55 Abylai Khan Avenue
    • 050004, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Group tour (06:00)

  • Activity duration is 17 hours17h
    17h
  • English

Pick-up/drop-off: only listed meeting points.

Starting time: 6:00AM
Price details
CA $95.74 x 1 AdultCA $95.74
Total
Price is CA $95.74
Until Sun, Aug 16

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    National parks entrance fees
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Home-cooked lunch of local cuisine (vegetarian option is available)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Modern & comfortable van/bus with AC
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Off-road transfer to Lake Kaindy on legendary Soviet van
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Boating and horseback-riding (optional for 6000 KZT/person, paid on site)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Special dietary meals (e.g., gluten-free) and soft drinks

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Important note: Children under 5 y.o. are not allowed on the tour
  • Not allowed for travelers who can not withstand long trips by car, long walks and hikes
  • Not allowed for travelers with disabilities, injuries, diseases that limit physical abilities

Activity itinerary

Charyn Canyon

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Walking along the canyon, visiting different photo spots, photographing

Uzunbulak Canyon

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Shortstop at Moon Canyon, viewing spot

Charyn National Park

  • 20m
Black Canyon, viewing spot, photographing

Lower Kolsai Lake

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Walking, visiting several photo spots, enjoying the view

Lake Kaindy

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Short hike (~30 min), visiting viewing spot, photographing

Location

Activity location

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    Lower Kolsai Lake
    • Saty, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Ibis Almaty Jetisu
    • 55 Abylai Khan Avenue
    • 050004, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Holiday Inn Express Almaty by IHG
    • 597/5 Seifullin Avenue
    • 050067, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Kazakhstan Hotel
    • 52/2 Dostyk Avenue
    • 480051, Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

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