One-Day Tour to Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes + Black Canyon

Itinerary:

06:00 - Boarding begins at Baitursynov 100 (between Abay and Satpayev streets)

06:30 - Departure and travel briefing

11:00 - Arrival at Saty village, transfer to UAZ/PAZ vehicles, departure to the lower parking area of Kaindy Lake

11:30 - Hike to Kaindy Lake (2.5 km one way), free time to explore

13:30 - Return to the village

14:20 - Board the main bus, departure to Kolsai Lake

15:00 - Arrival at Kolsai Lake, free time for sightseeing

17:00 - Departure back to Almaty

18:30 - Stop at the panoramic viewpoint of the Black Canyon

By 23:00 - Return to Almaty

Please note: all times are approximate and subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or children under 5 years old.

Tour price includes:

• Comfortable transportation
• Services of a guide-instructor
• Environmental fees of Kolsai National Park
• UAZ/PAZ transport to and from the lower parking of Kaindy Lake

What to bring:

• Original ID or passport - required for crossing the border zone (copies are not accepted and may result in fines)

• Weather-appropriate comfortable clothing and footwear

• Any necessary personal medications, sunscreen, sunglasses, tick repellent

• Snacks and drinking water for the day, a power bank

• Cash for additional expenses (shops, horseback riding, etc.)