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Almaty: Kolsai Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyons 2-Day Tour

By Kazakhstan Guided Tours
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €119 per adult
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Features

Overview

  • Spend 2 days surrounded by the natural beauty of the Almaty Region
  • Discover Kazakh national cuisine and hospitality in a remote village
  • Feel the spirit of the nomadic lifestyle by spending the night in a yurt
  • Travel in comfort with tourists from all over the world

Activity location

    • Almaty City
    • Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Almaty City
    • Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

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Group tour (08:00)

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€119.45 x 1 Adult€119.45
Total
Price is €119.45
Until Mon, 4 May

What's included, what's not

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    Pickup and drop-off at selected meeting points
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Comfortable transport by van/bus with A/C
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Off-road trip to Lake Kaindy in a Soviet van
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Home-cooked food: 1x breakfast, 2x lunches, and 1x dinner (vegetarian is available)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accommodation in rooms with attached WC or yurts shared with other participants of the same gender
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Private accommodation (contact us if you need it)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional activities like horseback-riding and boating (from 6000 KZT per person, paid on site)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Special dietary meals (e.g., gluten-free) and soft drinks

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Baby buggies
  • Not suitable for: People with altitude sickness, People with back problems, People with heart problems, People with low level of fitness, People with motion sickness, People with recent surgeries, People with respiratory issues, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Experience an unforgettable 2-day journey through the Almaty Region, combining breathtaking nature with authentic Kazakh culture. Explore iconic landscapes including Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes, as well as Charyn, Black, and Moon Canyons, with enough time to fully enjoy each location.
Immerse yourself in authentic Kazakh culture with a visit to a remote village, where you’ll enjoy traditional cuisine and warm local hospitality. Spend the night in a traditional yurt nestled in the quiet foothills, surrounded by mountains and a peaceful river, far from the noise of roads and city life — a truly authentic nomadic experience. Accommodation in a guesthouse is also available.
In the evening, gather around a bonfire, enjoy a rustic dinner, and take in the silence of nature under a star-filled sky. Wake up to fresh mountain air and peaceful surroundings before continuing your journey.
Travel in comfort with a friendly international group and a professional English-speaking guide who will enrich your journey with local insights, stories, and the best photo spots.
This tour is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of Kazakhstan in just two days — a truly unforgettable journey.

Location

Activity location

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    • Almaty City
    • Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Almaty City
    • Almaty, Almaty, Kazakhstan