Small group tour to Kolsai, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon
Overview
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24 hours
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This tour is the best way to visit the most popular natural places of Almaty region in 1 day. Within a day you will visit the TOP natural landmarks of Almaty - Charyn Canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transfer on Minivan / Sprinter / Hiace
Bottled water
Guide
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Meals
What To Expect
05:00 - 06:00 Pick-up and departure from Almaty Shortstop for coffee/WC Charyn Canyon "Valley of the Castles", visiting several spots, walking along the bottom of the canyon Departure from Charyn Canyon Trip to Kaindy Lake Kaindy Lake, short hike (~20 min), viewing spots Lunch in the guesthouse of Saty village Transfer to the Lower Kolsai Lake from Saty Kolsai Lake, walking, visiting several spots, horseback-riding or boating (optional) Leaving Kolsai Lakes National Park Shortstop for coffee/WC 21:00 - 22:00 Drop-off in Almaty
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Small group tour to Kolsai, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Almaty was a memorable experience, with stunning lakes and canyons, friendly locals, and peaceful destinati
karengI9662JU,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We stayed in Almaty for 5 days, and the people were incredibly friendly and generous. It was a fantastic experience seeing the lakes and canyons in person. The views were breathtaking—it felt like something straight out of a picture. The timing of the day made it even more magical. While some fees were higher than expected, they seemed reasonable given that they help maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of these beautiful destinations. At each location, we were able to enjoy the stunning scenery with relatively few tourists. However, when we visited Kaindy Lake, it was a bit crowded, and some tourists didn’t have the chance to fully appreciate the view or get a good photo. We booked a private tour, and our guide, Mr. Aldiyar, was amazing. He recommended local dishes we should try and was very considerate of our needs throughout the trip. We hope to have a chance to visit Almaty during spring season.
Underrated Kazakhstan
jensP4567VD,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited Almaty for four days, and it definitely wasn’t enough! I never imagined Kazakhstan would be this beautiful. The landscapes were breathtaking, and the experience was truly unforgettable. We were lucky to have Adil as our guide / driver - he was exceptional, accommodating, kind, well-informed, and always ready to help, which made our trip even more special.
Kazakhstan days
686krishnakumars,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our recent ladies tour to Kazakhstan was an unforgettable experience! From the stunning landscapes of Almaty and the Charyn Canyon to the serene beauty of Shimboulak mountains, Republic Square.. every day brought something new and breathtaking. The itinerary was well-planned, perfectly balancing sightseeing, cultural experiences, and relaxation. A special thank you goes to our tour guide, Nazarek who truly made the trip exceptional. Her deep knowledge of Kazakhstan’s history, culture, and traditions added so much depth to every stop. She was very friendly, patient and went above and beyond to make sure everyone in the group felt comfortable and engaged. We especially appreciate her attention to detail, and ability to handle everything smoothly. We are going back with amazing memories, new friendships, and a much deeper appreciation for this beautiful country. Highly recommend this tour to anyone considering visiting Kazakhstan!
“Perfect Guide, Perfect Trip – Thank You, Dauren!”
Global59469127903,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Mr. Dauren was simply perfect! An excellent and wonderful person — fluent in English, highly knowledgeable, and truly passionate about sharing the best of Kazakhstan. He made our entire trip seamless with his comfortable and safe driving, and every detail was planned with great care. The itinerary was well-organized, timings were perfect, and his local insights added so much value to every place we visited. Everything went beyond our expectations. Thank you, Dauren, for making our trip so memorable — highly recommended!
The best tour company , guide and driver.
Connector46909935264,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was fantastic experience. The guide Illyas took care of all of us with utmost sincerity and stood at each step and each moment. Making it memorable experience for all of us including my 75 years old mother for whom it was made very comfortable and easy . Rizwan and all other drivers were also very helpful
Lovely stop, but not worth the 10-hour journey
Dreamer11107474195,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We visited this place during our trip in Kazakhstan. The journey took about ten hours in total, and we could only stay for around two hours — mainly for a short rest, prayer, and lunch. While the surrounding views may have been appreciated by others, unfortunately, I personally didn’t find them as enjoyable as expected. Overall, it was a long trip for a brief visit.
Kazakhstan escapade
895divinegracep,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Adil as our guide in Kazakhstan (Sept 8–13) and he made our trip truly unforgettable! He speaks excellent English, is very resourceful, and even took amazing photos and videos for us. From city tours to Charyn Canyon, Kolsay Lake, Medeu & Shymbulak — and even freezing + hot tubs at Almarasan Gorge ❄️🔥 our trip to Kazakhstan was unforgettable thanks to Adil! Not just a guide, but a new friend who made everything fun, easy, and memorable. 🙌🇰🇿✨
Wonderful Trip for a quick mind refreshing and relaxing.
HimanshuS1356,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful experience we had in our Almaty tour. Covers almost everything in 9N& 10days. Lakes, Desert, planes, roler coster rides, cable car, chair cable, kok tobe, Arabath and finally Casino, Unforgettable memories. If you're shopping lover then you can explore green market for local clothes and dryfruits and other items. Our Tour Guide cum Friend Mr. Rameer made it very easy, smooth and comfortable for us. Indian Buffet in every lunch and dinner. We all enjoyed a lot. Thank you Almaty
Must visit Almaty with best guide
ankitaR6700HN,
Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best trip of Almaty and a great guide Adil. He guide us very well with very much comfortable rides. He know all the best places for the food and photography. If you are planning a trip in Almaty. I would strongly suggest to get the trip with them, you will experience the best services and hospitality from them.
doctor couple's review
Flyer08205495639,
Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00it was an excellent experience, lake is soo beautiful paddling boat on the lake cherishing natural beauty at its best, then riding horse, then charyn canyon is one of its kind experience which is second only to colorado usa.
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