Kolsai, Kaindy lakes & Charyn canyon with Yurt stay and Campfire
Overview
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2 days
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Welcome to Kazakhstan! Within 2 days tour you will visit the unique Charyn Canyon, and the pearls of the Tian-Shan mountains - Kolsai and Kaindy lakes. We value our tourists, therefore we provide you with comfortable transport, cozy guest houses, an English-speaking guide, and local food. Join us on our 2 days small group trip to see the most beautiful places in Central Asia.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not allowed for travelers who can not withstand long trips by car, long walks and hikes
Not allowed for travelers with disabilities, injuries, diseases that limit physical abilities
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
What To Expect
Charyn Canyon, Black Canyon and Kolsay lake
Accommodations
Overnight in Saty village
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Hearty lunch of local cuisine (vegetarian option is available)
DINNER
Dinner
Hearty dinner of local cuisine (vegetarian option is available)
Charyn Canyon National Park
Walking inside the canyon, visiting the upper viewing spot, photographing 08:00 Pick-up and departure from Almaty 10:00 Shortstop for coffee/WC 11:00 Arrival at Charyn Canyon "Valley of the Castles", visiting several spots, walking along canyon 13:00 Departure from Charyn Canyon
Charyn Canyon National Park
Black Canyon, viewing spot, photographing 13:30 Shortstop at Black Canyon, viewing spot 13:50 Departure from Black Canyon
Lower Kolsai Lake
Walking, visiting several spots 15:00 Lunch in the guesthouse 15:40 Head to Kolsai lake 16:00 Kolsai Lake, walking, visiting several spots, horseback-riding (optional) 18:00 Leaving Kolsai Lakes National Park 18:20 Check in the guesthose 19:30 Dinner in the guesthouse
Kaindy lake and Yellow Canyon
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
vegetarian option is available
LUNCH
Lunch
Hearty lunch of local cuisine (vegetarian option is available)
Lake Kaindy
Walking, visiting several spots, photographing 08:00 Breakfast in the guesthouse 08:30 Head to Kaindy lake 11:30 Drive back to the Saty village
Charyn Canyon National Park
Yellow Canyon, viewing spot, photographing 12:00 Head to Yellow Canyon 13:30 Walk around Yellow canyon 15:00 Lunch on the way back to Almaty 18:00 Drop off in Almaty
What‘s Included
National parks entrance fees
English speaking guide
Overnight in the Saty Village
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Transfer to Kaindy Lake on the legendary Soviet van UAZ-452
Boating (13$) and horseback-riding (13$)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Overnight in Guest house
Guest house: We offer you rooms in guest house for 2 people (couple, friends or solo travelers) Pickup included
All Inclusive Private tour
Traditional House (Yurt) All Inclusive Private tour Meals are included: First day: Lunch and Dinner Second day: Breakfast and Lunch Horseback riding included Pickup included
Overnight in Yurt
Overnight in Traditonal House: We offer overnight in shared Yurt stay and not attached bathroom but authentic traditional house Pickup included
Reviews
61 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour in nature
5nansy,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really had an amazing 2 day tour with Assem as our guide. She was very kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I totally recommend this tour! We saw the Charyn canyon and hiked a total of 1h30-2h. We also saw the black canyon from the top at the view point. We then had lunch in Saty and went to Kolsai Lakes where we had over 2h to walk and do activities around the lake. The next morning we went to Kaindy Lake and it was probably my favorite part as it looks spectacular to see the sunken forest with the sun shinning over it. We were among the first tours to arrive there so we had the lake to ourselves which was also very nice. Lunch and dinner was included in our stay in Saty village for the 1st day and breakfast and lunch was also included on our 2nd day. We stayed overnight in the guest rooms which was nice. We didn’t do the yurt stay as you’d need to share the yurt with 3-4 more people and it is also separated for male/female. The communication with the company was great. They contact you on WhatsApp the day before your tour to arrange pickup and food preferences. We really had an amazing 2 days exploring the Kazakhstan nature and culture.
THE BEST EXPERIENCE!
Çağatay Ö,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are so lucky to be able to discover Kazakhstan with this company. Everything was perfectly planned and we had the most authentic tour we can ever have. Thank you “Kazakhstan Very Nice” for this adventure and being with us all the time. Special thanks to our amazing tour guide Didi who made everything possible for us. She made everything easy and comfortable. Also it was so joyful to travel with you and your jokes😁 We travelled, we discovered but also we had a lot of fun thanks to Didi! Hope to see you guys again as soon as possible! I recommend everyone to discover Kazakhstan with “Kazakhstan Very Nice”! Until next time; Thanks for everything!❤️
Amazing Experience with Kazakhstan Very Nice
Wei W,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00From the start, everything was well organized and smooth. We didn’t have to worry about anything — just enjoy the journey. Our tour guide Zhandos was kind, professional, and very knowledgeable. Seeing Kolsay Lake, Kaindy Lake, and Charyn Canyon in person was breathtaking. Thank you to the whole team for such a wonderful experience. We highly recommend Kazakhstan Very Nice to anyone visiting Kazakhstan. We would definitely book again and recommended Zhandos tour guide!!
Very enjoyable 2 day tour to Charyn Canyon, Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes
Sunderland2,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed our 2 day tour to Charyn Canyon, Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes. The sights were stunning. The tour was well organised with an overnight at a cosy guesthouse with good food. Our friendly guide Didi kept us well informed and even played the dombra for us in the evening. We would definitely recommend this tour as it gave us more time at all of the sights.
Great experience overall
190joakims,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall just a great experience. Plenty of activities and sightseeing without feeling too hectic. The car was comfortable and modern. Our guide, Didi, also did an excellent job of catering the tour to each individuals preferences.
Thumbs up! 👍🏻
Damiën S,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved the tour we had and the guide Didi has done an amazing job, she really took care of us and made sure we learn everything there is to know about the wonderful places she showed us! 100% would recommend!
Long but wonderful day
515erwinm,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very long day trip because of the distance but very much worth the spectacular sights Didi was an experienced and knowledgeable guide who offered all flexibility to our diverse group. Thank you Didi and the whole group for a great day
From Almaty to Charyn-Kolsay-Kaindy
Safari34060578810,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked a 2-day trip to Charyn-Kolsay-Kaindy with Kazakhstan Very Nice travels. The entire tour was just amazing. It was a little tiring but a memorable and an exciting trip. Definitely worth visiting tourist spots. Special thanks to Saya for helping and guiding us in the trip. Very polite and helpful person. The driver was also very friendly, safe and professional. The entire itinerary was well thought and planned with travellers in mind. Ample time was given for each spot so it went very smoothly. I would definitely recommend this to my friends and family.👍🇰🇿
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Unforgettable Adventure!
HC0715,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We just finished a 2-day private tour of Kolsai Lake, Kaindy Lake, and Charyn Canyon with "Kazakhstan Very Nice," and it was easily the highlight of our trip. Our guide, Kassym, was fantastic—not only was he a great tour guide, but he also knew the "secret" photo spots and hidden viewpoints that we never would have found on our own. The itinerary was well-organized, and the communication was seamless from start to finish. Highlights: • The Food: We stayed at a local guesthouse and the traditional Kazakh cuisine was absolutely delicious. • The Stay: Sleeping in a traditional yurt was a unique and surprisingly comfortable experience. If you’re looking for an authentic, professional, and breathtaking tour of Kazakhstan, I highly recommend this team!
Special Adventure-Thank you Saya
2enyih,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an unforgettable adventure made truly special by our guide, Saya. Managing such a big group through some long hikes is no small feat, yet Saya handled every twist and turn with genuineness and maturity beyond her years that touched all of us deeply. She tried her best to accommodate our needs despite unexpected challenges (no hot water which can be a common issue in the village); we will absolutely be recommending Kazakhastan Very Nice—and especially Saya—to all our friends.
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