"Secrets of the Lakes:
Charyn Canyon, hiking to Kolsai Lakes 1, 2, and Kaindy Lake in three days "
Charyn Canyon, hiking to Kolsai Lakes 1, 2, and Kaindy Lake in three days "
3 days
Individual and group tours
Language:
English, Russian
English, Russian
Over the course of three days, we will visit some of the most beautiful places in Kazakhstan – the two national parks, Kolsay and Charyn. This tour is suitable for any traveler and requires no special preparation except plenty of free space on your phone for photos and videos.
As part of this tour, we will not only visit the most popular viewpoints of Charyn Canyon (the Valley of Castles and the upper observation points) but also venture deeper into the canyon to the right bank via challenging roads. Additionally, we will hike up to the upper Kolsay Lake (Middle Kolsay).
What included:
Transport: Well-equipped, comfortable SUV
Water: 1.5L per person per day
Lunch and dinner on the first day of the tour.
Breakfast and lunch on the second day.
Breakfast and lunch on the second day.
Entrance tickets to national parks
Accommodation in a private room at a guesthouse.
Various options are available for consideration.
Various options are available for consideration.
Tour details
| Sharyn canyon Charyn Canyon is one of the most stunning natural formations in Kazakhstan, located in the Almaty region, 190 km from Almaty. Often referred to as the "younger brother" of the Grand Canyon, this place captivates every traveler with its breathtaking beauty and uniqueness. |
| 2 Kolsai lakes (first and second) The Kolsay Lakes are true gems of the Zailiysky Alatau, nestled in the heart of mountainous Kazakhstan. This is a place where nature reveals its flawless beauty, and the air is filled with the freshness of the highlands. Kolsay-1 is a majestic lake, like a giant mirror reflecting the mountain peaks. It lies at an altitude of about 1,800 meters, surrounded by dense coniferous forests and mountain slopes. Kolsay-2, hidden deep in the mountains, resembles a mystical lagoon. Located at 2,200 meters above sea level, reaching it requires travelers to take a scenic trail that winds through forests and mountain ravines. |
| Kaindy lake Lake Kaindy is a unique natural phenomenon located in Kazakhstan, in the mountainous region of the Zailiysky Alatau. The lake attracts travelers with its incredible beauty, unusual landscape, and mysterious atmosphere. |
3-Day Tour Itinerary
Kolsay-1, Kolsay-2, Kaindy Lake & Charyn Canyon
Kolsay-1, Kolsay-2, Kaindy Lake & Charyn Canyon
1 day
Sharyn canyon
(The most popular location – Valley of Castles and the right bank of Charyn Canyon)
Sharyn canyon
(The most popular location – Valley of Castles and the right bank of Charyn Canyon)
07:00 – Departure from the city.
08:30 – Stop in Chilik for refueling.
09:30 – Valley of Castles: Trekking inside the canyon (3 km one way). Walk along the Charyn River.
Optional: Taxi service for both directions (not included, $2 USD).
12:00 – Walk to the panoramic viewpoints of the upper canyon.
13:00 – Lunch and departure to the Moon Canyon (30 min).
14:00 – Walk along the viewpoints and inside the Moon Canyon.
15:30 – Visit to the fourth and fifth locations: "Austrian View" and "Napoleon".
16:30 – Sixth panoramic location: "Stone Shelf".
17:30 – Departure to Saty village.
19:30 – Arrival in Saty, check-in at the guesthouse, dinne
08:30 – Stop in Chilik for refueling.
09:30 – Valley of Castles: Trekking inside the canyon (3 km one way). Walk along the Charyn River.
Optional: Taxi service for both directions (not included, $2 USD).
12:00 – Walk to the panoramic viewpoints of the upper canyon.
13:00 – Lunch and departure to the Moon Canyon (30 min).
14:00 – Walk along the viewpoints and inside the Moon Canyon.
15:30 – Visit to the fourth and fifth locations: "Austrian View" and "Napoleon".
16:30 – Sixth panoramic location: "Stone Shelf".
17:30 – Departure to Saty village.
19:30 – Arrival in Saty, check-in at the guesthouse, dinne
Day 2:
Kolsay and Kaindy Lakes
Kolsay and Kaindy Lakes
08:30 – Breakfast
09:30 – Arrival at Kolsay-1 Lake, walk along the lakeshore
10:30 – Trekking to Kolsay-2 Lake (approx. 3.5 hours at a moderate pace)
15:30 – Return journey
18:00 – Arrival back at the guesthouse in Saty Village
09:30 – Arrival at Kolsay-1 Lake, walk along the lakeshore
10:30 – Trekking to Kolsay-2 Lake (approx. 3.5 hours at a moderate pace)
15:30 – Return journey
18:00 – Arrival back at the guesthouse in Saty Village
Day 3:
Kaindy Lake
Kaindy Lake
08:30 – Breakfast
09:00 – Departure to Kaindy Lake
09:30 – Arrival at the parking area, trekking to the lake (~2 km).
Optional: Horseback ride or taxi to the lake (not included in the price).
10:00 – Visit six scenic spots around the lake (lakeshore, upper viewpoints, river inflow area), free time for exploration and photography (2 hours).
13:30 – Return to the guesthouse with a stop at the Chilik River Valley viewpoint, lunch.
14:30 – Departure to Almaty with a stop at the Black Canyon viewpoints.
19:00 – Arrival in Almaty, end of the tour.
Additional Activities (Not Included in the Price):
Photo session in traditional Kazakh costumes with a golden eagle at both lakes.
Pedal boat rental at Kolsay Lake.
09:00 – Departure to Kaindy Lake
09:30 – Arrival at the parking area, trekking to the lake (~2 km).
Optional: Horseback ride or taxi to the lake (not included in the price).
10:00 – Visit six scenic spots around the lake (lakeshore, upper viewpoints, river inflow area), free time for exploration and photography (2 hours).
13:30 – Return to the guesthouse with a stop at the Chilik River Valley viewpoint, lunch.
14:30 – Departure to Almaty with a stop at the Black Canyon viewpoints.
19:00 – Arrival in Almaty, end of the tour.
Additional Activities (Not Included in the Price):
Photo session in traditional Kazakh costumes with a golden eagle at both lakes.
Pedal boat rental at Kolsay Lake.
Tour price
- 1 tourist385 000 KZT1
- 2 tourists445 000 KZT2
- 3 tourists525 000 KZT3
- 4 tourists620 000 KZT4
- 5 tourists725 000 KZT5
- 6 tourists420 000 KZT6
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