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The 10 most booked things to do in and around Almaty. City tours, the Charyn canyon, the mountain lakes and the slopes above town, all from the southern capital.
Early Almaty start for Charyn Canyon, Kaindy and Kolsai Lakes. Small group, UAZ-452 ride, included lunch and park fees.
“Amazingly designed, well executed and actually a better way to enjoy 3 places in one day.. and guide with such immense knowledge.”
Two days from Almaty to Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes plus Charyn Canyons, with yurt night, meals, parks fees and A/C transport.
“Nazerke was the best tour guide! She was a lot of fun and very informative with all of our stops. The tour itself was a good pace over two days and we saw a lot. I’d recommend to everyone!”
A long, small-group day from Almaty with Charyn Canyon, Moon Canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes, plus lunch and a Soviet-van ride.
“The tour was amazing — we covered all the main places, and our guide, Luba, was excellent and very informative.”
Day trip from Almaty to Charyn Canyon and Kolsai Lake for canyon walks, lunar/black viewpoints, and optional horse or boat rides.
“It was an express tour but didn't feel like it. The trip was fun and informative.”
5am Almaty day trip to Charyn Canyon, Kaindy Lake, and Kolsai Lake. Park tickets included, small-group pace, $57.
“Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes were absolutely stunning—peaceful, fresh, and surrounded by beautiful mountains and forests. Kaindy’s sunken trees made the lake feel unique and almost magical, while Kolsai was calm and perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature. Charyn Canyon was just as impressive, with its dr”
Altyn Emel day tour from Almaty: Aktau chalk mountains, Katutau lava rocks, and 150m singing dunes with lunch and park fees.
“The guide was so nice and freindly. the car was really confortable . Lunch was local and delicious. we were able o see many sites of the park. i had an amazing day”
Private 2-day SUV trip from Almaty to Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake, and Kaindy’s sunken forest with overnight at a guest house.
“I recently attended a two-day tour guided by a professional and kind driver, Victor (apologies if I've misspelled the name), and an exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable guide, Margu. We are grateful for their hard work and excellent Read more”
A full Almaty day tour with Medeu ice rink, Shymbulak mountains, Kok-Tobe views, Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, and Green Bazaar.
“We booked the tour at night for the next day morning but The tour operator did not connect with us at all. The tour operator did not show up at the pick up location. He did not even bothered to connect us, call us or reply us on app or reRead more”
A full-day private Almaty tour mixing mountains, major parks, a historic wooden cathedral, and local food and candy stops.
“Had a lovely day in Almaty with Assel! Saw the beautiful sites of the city and Assel knew all of the best spots for photos and souvenirs. Would highly recommend.”
Big Almaty Lake hike or car transfer from Almaty. Reach 2500m, hear local stories, and enjoy 40–60 min at the water.
“Early start. Ask for hotel collection.”
