Overview
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7 hours
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We are a team of professional guides and experienced drivers offering the most popular tour in the Almaty region.
Our comfortable and spacious vehicles provide excellent views. All our guides are certified with a deep knowledge of history and local culture. You will be shown the most beautiful spots of the canyon, both inside and from panoramic viewpoints. Along the way, you will enjoy delicious local cuisine at a traditional café.
Charyn is a one-day tour that is so colorful and impressive, it will leave you with lasting memories.
Read the reviews of our tours, and you will see that choosing this tour with us is the right decision.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
To senior people who are sensitive to hot climate I wouldn't recommend to visit charyn in July
What To Expect
Charyn State National Nature Park
Charyn Canyon is a small version of Grand Canyon in USA. You will walk along a path through the canyon and will be able to formations that look like castles, and many other wonders, as well as enjoy sitting beside the Charyn river. You will never forget the beauty of this amazing place! 9:00 - Departure from hotel to Charyn canyon. During the tour you will be escorted by our professional guide. They will teach you about the history and cultural facts. 12:00 - Lunch in a village You will see a life in the village, design of the yurts, taste local food and horse milk. You will have an opportunity to feel and taste nomad's lifestyle. 13:00 – Arrive at the canyon 3 km walking tour inside canyon. Plenty of beautiful views and interesting legends. Many great photo opportunities! 15:00 - Departure to Almaty. 17:30 -18:00 Arrive at your hotel
Options
Charyn canyon
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Entry fee of Eco-park
Pick up from your place and drop off
Bottled water
Professional guide
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
Hotel Kazakhstan
Dostyk Ave., 52/2, Almaty Kazakhstan
The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty
Esentai Tower, 77/7 Al Farabi Avenue, 77/7 Al Farabi Avenue Almaty Kazakhstan
Almaty Hotel
85 Kabanbai Batyr Street Almaty Kazakhstan
Mercure Almaty City Center
Abylai Khan Avenue,53 Almaty Kazakhstan
Almaty Airport
Almaty Kazakhstan
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Echoes Through Charyn Canyon
AKANE Y,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time visiting Charyn Canyon in Kazakhstan. The scenery was breathtaking, and the canyon left us speechless. Thanks to our guide, Moon, who was friendly and made the trip memorable for us. Her stories made the journey even more enjoyable! The local food was excellent, especially the lagman and duck dish. We were also impressed by the driver’s skill. Despite the long drive from Almaty, the ride was smooth and comfortable. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to experience Kazakhstan’s beautiful nature and warm hospitality:)
Charyn Canyon — Kazakhstan’s Grand Canyon 🌄
Supi0903,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carved over millions of years, Charyn Canyon is one of Kazakhstan’s most spectacular natural wonders. Famous for its dramatic red rock formations and the stunning “Valley of Castles,” the canyon offers breathtaking landscapes, peaceful trails, and unforgettable views shaped by time and nature.
Amazing trip and guide
Q9400ISsalihk,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Assemay made my Charyn Canyon trip unforgettable. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and showed the best spots while sharing great insights about the area. She also gave me tons of advice for outside this trip and helped me out with local transfers. Highly recommend her if you want a fun and meaningful experience.
Beautiful
Sarah S,Jun 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Charyn Canyon is spectacular and a true natural wonder. It is fairly easy to walk down to the river. You then get a truck back to the bottom of the staircase to climb out of the canyon . Bit of a wait time when busy. Price was high but it was a long trip. We had a great driver and an interesting young man as our guide.
The Charyn Canyon is...
Sarah S,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The Charyn Canyon is gorgeous and a true natural wonder. Fairly easy walk down to river and caught a truck back to bottom of staircase out of canyon. The meal was also delicious. Price was high, but it is a long trip and we had a great driver and interesting young man.
I had a really good time...
Jesse H,May 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a really good time with my guide Akhnul. She was really knowledgeable and friendly. She and our driver were both great and I’d definitely recommend this tour company.
Kazia Tour the best
I2418FNstefaniat,May 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent excursion organized by Kazia Tour if you want information write me. Driver took us from Almaty to the Canyon departure 7.00 return at 14.00.
BEST TOUR I EVER HAD
nicopB8680MM,Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great Trip. Very nice guide. Very good food. Beautiful nature. They pick you up at the hotel and bring you back to the hotel. So everything is included.
Great experience.
Hussain A,Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide was on time. Guide was knowledgable and aware of the history and location and facilities Guide (kuanysh) was also fluent in english and very helpful
Majestic Views , Perfect Execution
PranshuG,Sep 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was planned at a short notice as I was in Almaty on a business visit and did not anticipate this day trip . However , it was recommended by fellow travellers and hence , I requested Gulzat to arrange the tour who was kind enough to make the arrangements at a short notice . The trip was well executed with Elnar as our guide who was quite helpful and accommodated all of our requests . Fortunately , he is a good photographer too and helped us with taking some great shots . Charyn Canyon is nature’s marvel and provides stunning views of rock formations over ages . We took the Soviet era open van that took us from the parking lot to the base of the Canyon next to the Charyn river . The journey iitselfnis an experience with stunning views all around . There are two main area la - the red canyon and the black canyon . The trip starts with the red canyon . Black canyon is about 20 min away by car from the red canyon. While Colorado’s Grand Canyons are majestic , Charyn canyon is older and provides a unique opportunity to walk down to the base of the canyon , right next to the river .
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