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Private: Charyn & Black Canyons and Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes

By Adam Hiking Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$707 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 16h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the iconic Charyn Canyon, often compared to the Grand Canyon
  • Walk through the famous Valley of Castles and along the Charyn River
  • Enjoy panoramic views at the striking Black Canyon
  • Experience the surreal sunken forest of Lake Kaindy
  • Visit the peaceful mountain setting of Kolsai Lakes

Activity location

    • Almaty City
    • Almaty City, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Almaty City
    • Almaty City, Almaty, Kazakhstan

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Private: Charyn & Black Canyons and Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes

  • Activity duration is 16 hours16h
    16h
  • English
Starting time: 6:00
Price details
S$706.53 x 1 TravellerS$706.53
Total
Price is S$706.53

What's included, what's not

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    The price includes:
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    Return transport from Almaty
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    English-speaking guide
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    Entrance fees to national parks
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    Not included in the price:
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    Meals and drinks
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    Transfers inside national parks (shuttle, boat, horse riding)
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    Transfer to Kaindy Lake (approx. 20,000 KZT per vehicle)
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    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs

What you can expect

Start your day early with a convenient pick-up in Almaty and head east towards the stunning landscapes of Charyn National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy an easy 2 km hike down into the canyon, where you’ll walk among towering rock formations in the Valley of Castles and reach the scenic Charyn River.

Continue your journey with a short stop at the dramatic Black Canyon viewpoint, offering incredible panoramic views—perfect for photos.

Next, arrive in Saty Village, a quiet mountain settlement, where you’ll have time to enjoy lunch at a local guesthouse or café (not included).

In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Kolsai Lake, often called the “Pearl of the Northern Tien Shan.” Take a relaxing walk along the lakeshore, enjoy the fresh mountain air, and capture stunning photos.

The final highlight is Lake Kaindy, famous for its submerged forest rising from turquoise waters. After a short off-road transfer and light walk, admire one of Kazakhstan’s most unique natural wonders.

After a full day of exploration, relax on the scenic drive back to Almaty.

Location

Activity location

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    • Almaty City
    • Almaty City, Almaty, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Almaty City
    • Almaty City, Almaty, Kazakhstan