Lake Kolsai, Lake Kaindy & Charyn's 3 Canyons
Tour Itinerary
Departure:
Group gathers at 21:00, departure at 21:30.
Day 1
21:00 - Group gathering
21:30 - Departure from Almaty
Day 2
02:00 - Arrival and accommodation in guest houses (Karabulak / Saty)
08:30-09:30 - Breakfast
10:00-13:00 - Visit to Lake Kaindy
13:00-14:00 - Lunch
14:00-19:00 - Visit to Lake Kolsai
19:30 - Dinner and free time
Day 3
08:30-09:30 - Breakfast
10:30-11:00 - Visit to the Black Canyon
11:30-12:00 - Visit to Kurtogay Canyon (Moon Landscape)
12:30-16:00 - Visit to the Valley of Castles (Charyn Canyon)
16:00-19:30 - Return to Almaty
All times are approximate and subject to change depending on group pace, physical ability, and unforeseen circumstances.
Tour Includes:
Transfer (transportation)
Professional tour guide
Guesthouse accommodation in Karabulak and Saty
Meals according to the programme
National park entrance fees (Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon)
4x4 vehicle access (UAZ/PAZ) to the lower parking of Lake Kaindy
Optional Extras (for an additional fee):
Horseback riding
Sauna (banya)
Barbecue (shashlik)
Boat rides
What to Bring:
Original ID or passport (required!)
Medical masks, hand sanitiser
Weather-appropriate clothing, walking shoes
Raincoat (just in case), tick repellent
Cancellation Policy:
Free cancellation available 48 hours before the tour starts.