This tour is the best way to visit the most popular natural places of Almaty region in 1 day and if you do not have enough time to go on a full 2-day tour. Within a day you will visit the TOP natural landmarks of Almaty - Charyn Canyon, Black and Moon Canyons, Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes. In this regard, this tour is long and has a tight schedule.
The tour itinerary is designed in such a way that you have time to visit all the tour sights, and so that you have enough time to take stunning photos. Our comfortable bus will create such conditions for you that you will not get tired during a long trip. And finally, our English-speaking tour guide will take you through all points of both the driving and walking parts of the route, show you the tour sights from the best angle and provide you with comprehensive information about them.
❉ Enjoy 5 of Almaty's TOP natural destinations in 1 day ❉ Experience our top-notch service ❉ Discover Kazakh national cuisine and hospitality in a remote village ❉ Enjoy your trip together as part of an international group of tourists from all over the world
Tour area on the map
ITINERARY
05:30 - 06:00 Pick-up and departure from Almaty
Shortstop for tea/coffee/WC
Charyn Canyon "Valley of the Castles", walking along the top of the canyon till the upper viewing spot
Shortstop at Moon Canyon, viewing spot
Shortstop at Black Canyon
Lunch in the guesthouse of Saty village
Transfer to the Lower Kolsai Lake from Saty
Kolsai Lake, going down to the lakeshore and back
Start of transfer to Kaindy Lake's parking from Saty
Kaindy Lake, hike/horseback-ride (optional), 1st viewing spot and back to the parking
Leaving Saty village
Shortstop at Shelek petrol station
22:30 - 23:00 Drop-off in Almaty
[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
GROUP tour (shared basis)
⭕ Tour language: English ⭕ Starting points: listed points (see here) ⭕ Available on fixed dates (see here) ⭕ Limited availability (check here)
✅ Modern and comfortable van/bus with AC ✅ English-speaking tour guide ✅ Accompanied (with guiding) at tourist sites ✅ Off-road transfer to Lake Kaindy on Soviet van ✅ Home-cooked food of local cuisine (vegetarian option is available) ✅ Bottled water ✅ National parks entrance fees
❌ Special food & drinks ❌ Horseback-riding/boating is not included and paid on site (from 6000 KZT/person)
Regular price per person
Adult/Youth (13-70) - $57 Children (5-12) - $57 Children under 5 y.o. are not allowed on the tour
% SPECIAL OFFER %
⭕ Instant DISCOUNT 10%
PRIVATE tour
Only one group of tourists participates without other people
✅ Your address pick-up/drop-off ✅ Comfortable SUV/minivan/minibus ✅ English-speaking tour guide ✅ Accompanied (with guiding) at tourist sites ✅ Home-cooked lunch of local cuisine (vegetarian option is available) ✅ Bottled water ✅ National parks entrance fees
❌ Horseback-riding/boating is not included and paid on site (from 6000 KZT/person)
Number of people
2
3
4
5*
6 - 7
8 - 12
TOTAL PRICE
$440
$450
$460
$475
$610 - $625
$820 - $870
Vehicle type
4x4 SUV
Van
Minibus
*luggage is not allowed, only backpacks
⚠️ [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, head cover, trekking boots/sport shoes, some cash in KZT for personal expenses. !!! 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 recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
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
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 deposit of $50-$100 is required to confirm a private tour booking. The exact deposit amount depends on the selected tour/option and group size. No deposit is required for group tour bookings, however a deposit may be requested in certain cases. 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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