Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon 2-day tour
Starting/ending point: Almaty city
Driving distance: 660 km from Almaty and back
Tour duration: 2 days/1 night
Start time: 07:00 am Almaty time
Availability season: all year round
Tour language: English | Russian
Tour activities: Hiking | Boating | Horseback-riding | National cuisine tasting | Walking | Cultural immersion | Nature sightseeing
Tour options: GROUP | PRIVATE
Description
Discover the most iconic nature sites of Almaty Region in just 2 days — a perfect mix of breathtaking landscapes, authentic culture, and unforgettable experiences.
Explore Charyn Canyon’s famous Valley of the Castles, admire the surreal beauty of Yellow (Moon) Canyon, and visit the stunning Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes — known for their crystal-clear waters and unique nature landscapes. This well-paced itinerary allows you to enjoy each location at the best time of day, without rushing.
Your professional English-speaking guide will take you to hidden viewpoints, share local stories, and help you capture incredible photos along the way.
The overnight experience depends on your chosen format. In group tours, spend the night in a traditional yurt nestled in the quiet foothills, surrounded by mountains and a peaceful river. Enjoy authentic Kazakh cuisine, a cozy bonfire, and a peaceful atmosphere far from the noise of city. In private tours, you may also choose comfortable accommodation in a guesthouse near Kolsai Lake.
This tour is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of Kazakhstan in a short time — an unforgettable journey you don’t want to miss.
[The time is indicated by default and may change depending on the season.]
⚠️ [Visits to any of the tour sites may be canceled and their order changed due to the change of seasons, weather conditions and other circumstances beyond our control]
PHOTOS OF OUR TOURISTS
REVIEWS
OPTIONS & PRICES
Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes with Canyons 2-day group tour
(shared basis)
⭕ Duration: 2 days/1 night ⭕ Start time: 07:30 am [Mar - Oct]; 6:30 am [Nov - Feb] ⭕ Tour language: English ⭕ Meeting/pickup points: (see here) ⭕ Available dates: (check here)
✅ Modern and comfortable van/bus with AC ✅ English-speaking tour guide ✅ Home-cooked food of local cuisine: Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 2, Dinner x 1 (vegetarian option is available) ✅ Bottled water ✅ National parks admissions ✅ Off-road transfer to Lake Kaindy ✅ Accommodation in rooms with attached WC and yurts (Kazakh traditional dwelling) shared with other tour participants of the same gender ✅ Bonfire after dinner
❌ Special food & drinks (not provided) ❌ Horseback-riding/boating is paid on site (from 6000 KZT/person)
EXTRA
✅ Private accommodation (for 1-3 ppl) $50 per yurt/room
REGULAR PRICE per person
Adult (18-80) - $140 Youth (13-17) - $120 Children (5-12) - $100 Children under 5 y.o. are not allowed on the tour
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⭕ Instant DISCOUNT 5%
PRIVATE tour
Only one group of tourists participates without other people
✅ Hotel pick-up/drop-off
✅ National parks entrance fees
✅ Comfortable 4x4 minivan/SUV or minibus
✅ English-speaking guide-driver
✅ Bottled water
✅ Accommodation (details below)
❌ Special food & drinks (ordered in advance) ❌ Horseback-riding/boating is paid on site (from 6000 KZT/person)
[ECONOMY] option
✅ Guesthouse accommodation in private room (WC/bathroom is shared) ✅ Home-cooked food of local cuisine: Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 2, Dinner x 1 (vegetarian option is available)
Number of people
2
3
4
5*
6
7
8
PRICE
$700
$790
$850
$930
$1150
$1200
$1300
Vehicle type
4x4 SUV with guide-driver
Van (minibus) with driver + tour guide
*luggage is not allowed, only backpacks
[NOMADIC] option
✅ Yurt (Kazakh traditional dwelling) accommodation (WC/bathroom is outside) ✅ Home-cooked food of local cuisine: Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 2, Dinner x 1 (vegetarian option is available)
Number of people
2
3
4
5*
6
7
8
PRICE
$700
$790
$850
$930
$1150
$1200
$1300
Vehicle type
4x4 SUV with guide-driver
Van (minibus) with driver + tour guide
*luggage is not allowed, only backpacks
[COMFORT] option
✅ Hotel accommodation at Kolsai Lake with mountain view (see photo) ✅ Home-cooked food of local cuisine: Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 2 (vegetarian option is available) ❌ Dinner is not included and available in the hotel's cafe
⚠️ [If you are more people, contact us and we will make an individual calculation for you]
IMPORTANT INFO
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Average Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
WE RECOMMEND TO TAKE WITH YOU: weather/season-appropriate outerwear, warm clothes (cold after sunset), trekking boots/sport shoes, head cover, personal hygiene products, some cash in KZT for personal expenses and optional activities (boating, horseback riding). !!! Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes are situated close to the Kyrgyzstan border. Please make sure to carry your original passport (copies are not accepted), as border checks may take place. Travelers without a passport may be subject to a fine.
PRECAUTION
• Not allowed for travelers with disabilities, injuries, diseases that limit physical abilities; • Not recommended for pregnant women; • Not recommended for travelers with a fear of heights and who can not withstand long trips by car/long walks/hikes;
GROUP TOUR SCHEDULE 2023
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Small groups of 5-15 tourists
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Perfect for couples and solo travelers
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Enjoying the trip, having fun and meeting new people
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Budget savings and more travel
GROUP TOUR BOOKING
[Here you can book your place on a group tour by yourself specifying the number of people and selecting an available tour date]
PRIVATE TOUR BOOKING
[Here you can submit a request to book a private tour. We will try to respond to you within 24 hours]
BOOKING TERMS
PAYMENT TERMS
A 50-$100 deposit is required to confirm a private tour booking.
A 15-50% deposit is required to confirm a group tour booking.
The exact deposit amount depends on the selected tour/option and the number of travelers in the booking.
The remaining balance is paid at the start of the tour.
CANCELLATION POLICY
PRIVATE TOURS
Customers may change or cancel their booking up to 72 hours before the tour start time. After this time, no changes or cancellations are possible.
Change or cancellation of a Comfort Option booking may incur additional fees.
The deposit is non-refundable as it covers booking administration, reservation costs, and the time reserved exclusively for your tour.
GROUP TOURS
Customers may change or cancel their booking up to 24 hours before the tour start time and receive a deposit refund. After this time, no changes, cancellations, or refunds are possible.
Late arrival or no-show by the customer may result in cancellation of the booking without a refund.
Group tours require a minimum number of participants and suitable weather conditions. If these requirements are not met, the tour may be canceled no later than 48 hours before the start, and customers will be offered an alternative date/tour or a deposit refund.
FORCE MAJEURE
Any tour or booking may be canceled due to force majeure circumstances (extreme weather, road closures, natural disasters, government restrictions, flight cancellations, etc.). In such cases, customers will receive a deposit refund or the option to reschedule the tour.
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