Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes + Charyn Canyon with overnight at the locals
Overview
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled Water
- Guide service
- Offroad transfer from Saty village to the Lakes
- Accomodation
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- 1x Lunch
- 1x Dinner
- 1x Breakfast
- Entry/Admission - Charyn National Park
- Entry/Admission - Lake Kaindy
- Entry/Admission - Kolsai Lake
What to expect
Day 1: Almaty - Charyn Canyon - Kolsai Lake - Saty village
Stop At: Charyn National Park, Kazakhstan
We will start our trip from your hotel early in the morning. After 2.5 hour drive we will reach the unique natural sight of the Kazakhstan - Charyn Canyon and it's most attractive part - Valley of Castles. Ancient canyon was formed 2.5 million years ago. It's stone sculptures and breathtaking views are incredible. You will have couple of hours to walk along the bottom of the canyon till the Charyn river. Or you take a ride on a local eco park jeep taxis.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Kolsai Lake, Saty Kazakhstan
Another 1.5 hour drive will bring us to the Saty village. This is the closest village to both Kolsai & Kaindy lakes. After check-in to the local guest house, a little rest and a nice lunch we will move to Kolsai Lake. Astonishing mountain lake with crystal clear water admire any visitor. You will have free time to relax and enjoy this place. Kolsai Lakes are the chain of 3 mountain lakes separated by coniferous forests and mountain rocks. There is a beautiful trail around the Lake. Boat riding and horse riding activities are available.
After a busy day you will enjoy a good dinner by hospitable hosts.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Guest House in Saty village
Day 2: Saty village - Kaindy Lake - Almaty
Stop At: Lake Kaindy, Saty Kazakhstan
The next day will start with breakfast and departure to the Kaindy Lake. This is one of the most unique lakes in the world with old spruces that rise above the water surface. Formed as a result of the earthquake in 1911 this place became such a delightful natural phenomenon. The cold water in the lake keeps the forest preserved.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Charyn Canyon Viewpoint, 7X9F+P4M, Kurtogay, Kazakhstan
On the way back to the city we will stop at the view point of one picturesque part of the Charyn canyon called Black Canyon. You will observe fast Charyn river flowing in between high black stone walls of the canyon.
We will stop at the local village for a lunch or to take snacks. And then continue our way to Almaty. In the next hour and a half we will reach the city.
Duration: 15 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- 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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
Cancellation
This tour of topographic marvels truly was an experience of a lifetime. The landscapes were stunning beyond belief, and the cultural experience was lovely. My guide, Minara, was extremely knowledgeable, attentive and gracious as well as a wonderful storyteller and great company- truly THE BEST! ...
This tour of topographic marvels truly was an experience of a lifetime. The landscapes were stunning beyond belief, and the cultural experience was lovely. My guide, Minara, was extremely knowledgeable, attentive and gracious as well as a wonderful storyteller and great company- truly THE BEST! Also, the company overall offered unparalleled service and personalized hospitality, bending over backwards to ensure that I enjoyed myself. I cannot recommend this tour operator enough- you are guaranteed an amazing holiday.This was a two-day journey which was exciting, different, challenging at times, wonderful scenery and a most enjoyable night stay with a local family. I can't speak more of highly of Ruslin, my driver-guide, as being caring, informative and fun! The scenery left me spell-bound with its rugged ...
This was a two-day journey which was exciting, different, challenging at times, wonderful scenery and a most enjoyable night stay with a local family. I can't speak more of highly of Ruslin, my driver-guide, as being caring, informative and fun! The scenery left me spell-bound with its rugged terrain, magnificent mountains and rock formations, the beauty of the countryside and the interaction with friendly locals. Not to be missed!Fantastic trip to Kaindy, Kolsai and Charyn Canyon. Guide was really nice, couldn't have been any better. Really recommended.
Fantastic trip to Kaindy, Kolsai and Charyn Canyon. Guide was really nice, couldn't have been any better. Really recommended.Loved the tour. Guide was excellent and a lot of fun. As neither me nor my friend speak any Russian or Kazak we couldn’t have managed this on our own. Homestay was fantastic and food was delicious. Great value for money.
Loved the tour. Guide was excellent and a lot of fun. As neither me nor my friend speak any Russian or Kazak we couldn’t have managed this on our own. Homestay was fantastic and food was delicious. Great value for money.Great trip to cover several unique places near Almaty in a short amount of time. Bahtiar was our guide and driver. He was knowledgeable, attentive, punctual, and flexible. Our small group had individuals of different physical ability and Bahtiar made sure that everyone was able to enjoy the sites...
Great trip to cover several unique places near Almaty in a short amount of time. Bahtiar was our guide and driver. He was knowledgeable, attentive, punctual, and flexible. Our small group had individuals of different physical ability and Bahtiar made sure that everyone was able to enjoy the sites. The trip was well coordinated with an off-road and additional transfers prearranged; the lodging was comfortable and the food delicious. Visiting Kayndy lake (a UNESCO heritage site) was the highlight of our trip; since we got there early we had the lake to ourselves for a while. The canyon was also very beautiful and the taxi ride inside the canyon was fun. Lake Kolsai was too busy to my taste. All in all we had a great time and highly recommend.Fantastic trip with Minara! She was accommodating and very friendly — and clearly enjoys her work. Kaindy and Kolsai are absolutely stunning and we really enjoyed the night stay at a local B&B, eating and drinking with extremely hospitable local folk.
Fantastic trip with Minara! She was accommodating and very friendly — and clearly enjoys her work. Kaindy and Kolsai are absolutely stunning and we really enjoyed the night stay at a local B&B, eating and drinking with extremely hospitable local folk.