Almaty: Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyon 2-Day Tour
Almaty Region, Kazakhstan
Visit the unique Charyn Canyon and the pearls of the Tian-Shan mountains — Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes — on this guided 2-day tour from Almaty. Enjoy included meals and convenient pickup and drop-off.
Charyn Canyon and Kolsai Lakes 2-Day Small Group Tour from Almaty
This 2-day small group tour from Almaty explores Charyn Canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes, and includes walking, optional horseback riding, and local food.
Highlights
- Visit Charyn Canyon, known as the Valley of the Castles
- Horse riding to the mountain (optional)
- Off-road driving and river crossing
- Scenic views of canyons and lakes
- Local food served at guesthouses
Description
Transportation is comfortable and air-conditioned with hotel pickup and drop-off in Almaty. Guests stay overnight in cozy guesthouses in Saty Village. An English-speaking guide accompanies the trip. Local meals include two lunches, one dinner, and one breakfast.
Day 1: Walk inside Charyn Canyon, visit the upper viewpoint, and photograph the landscape. After coffee and a short break, explore several canyon spots before heading to the guesthouse. Stop for lunch, then visit Kolsai Lake for walking and optional horseback riding. Return to the guesthouse for check-in and dinner.
Day 2: Breakfast at the guesthouse followed by a visit to Kaindy Lake with walking and photography. Drive to Saty Village, then proceed to Yellow Canyon for more walking and photographs. The tour includes lunch on the way back to Almaty, with drop-off scheduled in the evening.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Almaty
- Air-conditioned transportation
- National park entry fees
- English-speaking guide
- Two lunches and one dinner
- One breakfast
- Overnight guesthouse stay in Saty Village
- Bottled water
Excludes
- Soft and hard drinks
- Special food and drinks
- Optional boating ($13) and horseback riding ($13)
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour start for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection, a camera, and a small backpack. The best time to visit is late spring to early autumn for favorable weather conditions.
