Almaty: Kolsai Lake, Kaindy Lake and Charyn Canyon Day Trip

Almaty Region, Kazakhstan



Explore the Almaty region's natural highlights on a guided bus tour from Almaty. Spend the day visiting Kolsai Lake, Kaiyndy Lake, Charyn Canyon, Charyn River, Moon Canyon, and Black Canyon.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in Almaty region's striking natural landscape
  • See three striking canyons in one day: Charyn, Black, and Moon
  • Marvel at the turquoise blue waters of Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes
  • Enjoy the unique atmosphere of the journey with a fun guide
  • Witness the unique natural creation of Lake Kaindy's sunken forest

Description

Discover Almaty's striking natural landscapes on a bus tour from the city. See lunar-like canyons with serpentine rivers flowing through them, and turquoise lakes with forests surrounding them. From Charyn Canyon to Lake Kolsai, explore six of the region's highlights. From the beginning of the tour to its end, you will find a fascinating atmosphere filled with the spirit of tourism and charming nature. Together with funny people. Head out of Almaty in the comfort of your van and go to your first stop of the day: Charyn Canyon The Valley of Castles. Marvel at its red and brown rocks soaring up from the canyon floor, like rocky monoliths surrounding you. Enjoy breathtaking views in the Valley of Castles in the Charyn Canyon. A miracle of nature that will not leave anyone indifferent to the history of this creation. Walking around the location, imagine that you are on another planet. Views in the Black Canyon and in the Moon Canyon make it clear about the versatility of the phenomenon and its structure. They also provide a wonderful view of the Charyn River. Continue your journey to the dramatically different and lush Kolsai Lake. The Kolsai Lakes National Park surprises with its natural views. After all, Lake Kolsai is one of the youngest natural lakes. The majestic mountains of the Tien Shan increasingly emphasize its beauty. Carry on to Kaindy Lake with its sunken forest emerging out of the turquoise waters. The Sunken Forest has a unique history. That coincidence of circumstances gave rise to immeasurable beauty that attracts millions of travelers from all over the world. The UNESCO heritage status speaks for itself. Our guides are the most experienced on this site. They will tell you fascinating stories and help you immerse yourself in the history of the amazing nature of our country. With us you will see how local people live and immerse yourself in an authentic village atmosphere. Our tour has no analogues in terms of price-quality ratio. We offer the best service that pays off its price at least twice as much.

Includes

Round-trip comfortable transportation (if option selected) Professional guide Environmental fees (if option selected) Charyn Canyon National Park ticket (if option selected) Black Canyon Moon Canyon Charyn River Kolsai Lakes National Park ticket (if option selected) Kaindy Lake ticket (if option selected)

Excludes

Food Personal expenses Horseback riding (optional) Soviet UAZ transportation at the parking Kaindy Lake ($7)

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