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The 10 most popular charyn canyon tours in Kazakhstan. What each trip covers, who runs it, and what you pay to book.
Early Almaty start for Charyn Canyon, Kaindy and Kolsai Lakes. Small group, UAZ-452 ride, included lunch and park fees.
“This is a great tour, just long. We were picked up after 5 a.m. and returned back to our accommodations around 9 p.m. The sites were so breathtaking and the included lunch was at a guesthouse. Our tour guide, Sabina and the driver were awesome.”
A long Almaty day trip that strings together Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake, and Kaindy Lake, with guided walks and optional extras.
“I really enjoyed the fantastic views of the nature around Almaty! Aigerium, the tour guide, was very friendly, making the tour lovely!”
Kolsai, Kaindy, and Charyn in two days, with an overnight yurt camp, Kazakh meals, and an off-road Soviet van ride. From $130.
“the activities were informative and we're fun, really liked the Mafia game we played although we didn't win but the experience was great, I really like kaindy lake horse riding.”
Two days from Almaty to Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes plus Charyn Canyons, with yurt night, meals, parks fees and A/C transport.
“I had an amazing time on this tour. Right from pick up to drop everything was well organized and coordinated. Ruslan was our driver and he was great at the wheels and drove with great professionalism on both the days. Farrukh was our guide, he was fun, knowledgeable, friendly and made sure everyone had a…”
A long, small-group day from Almaty with Charyn Canyon, Moon Canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes, plus lunch and a Soviet-van ride.
“To many driving hours for not that great views. Riding the horse (paid extra) and the Kaindy lake were the plus.”
Two days from Almaty to Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes, then Charyn Canyon and Valley of Castles, with UAZ rides and a village stay.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ After taking many tours, we can confidently say Dilnaz is one of the best guides I’ve ever had. She not only explained everything clearly but also made sure the entire group had fun throughout. Her constant energy and vivacious smile kept everyone engaged and uplifted. The way she created such a lively vibe on…”
Day trip from Almaty to Charyn Canyon and Kolsai Lake for canyon walks, lunar/black viewpoints, and optional horse or boat rides.
“It is fun one day tour and see a good panoramic view our driver is a good one and also our guide Mi (im not sure about the name) is very helpful and attentative for the tourist inquiry”
5am Almaty day trip to Charyn Canyon, Kaindy Lake, and Kolsai Lake. Park tickets included, small-group pace, $57.
“It’s all good, keep it up. We learned so much about Kazakhstan’s wonderful natural places and our tour guide, Jana is very informative, fun, and friendly.”
Private 2-day SUV trip from Almaty to Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake, and Kaindy’s sunken forest with overnight at a guest house.
“Can't afford more than two stars for this experience unfortunately. I booked the tour based on recommendations from other travellers however my experience was nowhere near the mark. Here is why: 1. The tour started on a somewhat distRead more”
Two days from Almaty to Charyn Canyon, Kolsay and Kaindy lakes by private car, with an English guide and a local guesthouse stay.
“Two days of unforgettable impressions and experiences. Beautiful views, nature, lakes and canyon. If you are in the Almaty region it is a must to see these places! Trip with easynomad and guide Daniyar is a safe and well organized trip. You won't waste your time looking for transport and road and you will see…”
