One day Private Tour to Charyn Canyon, Kaindy and Kolsay Lakes
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In one day you can visit the most beautiful places with Spectacular nature Charyn Canyon "little brother of Grand Canyon", Kolsay lake- pearl of Tyan Shan mountain and Kaindy lake- flooded forest. Incredible view,the most unusual, mysterious and inexplicable natural phenomena won't leave you indifferent. Inspire yourself with the beauty of Kazakhstan nature.12 hours to 14 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
Fees : Other. All Fees and Taxes
Food and drink : Bottled water. 1L per person
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drink : Lunch. Local cuisine or vegetarian food as per request
Food and drink : Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages
Food and drink : Dinner. Dinner
Food and drink : Breakfast. Breakfast
Boating/16 usd, horse riding /23usd per person half an hour
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Charyn Canyon
Charyn National Park, KazakhstanFrom Almaty to Charyn Canyon 2,5 hours by private car.
The Canyon has been described as the Grand Canyon’s little brother. The Canyon itself is approximately 150 km long, and, in places up to 300 meters deep. We will visit "Valley of Castles", the length is 2,5 km, the depth is 20-80 meters.
The story of the Canyon is that it was formed about 25 million years ago.
If you are keen of hiking, we can for hiking 2.5km for one side till the Charyn river or we can take a car with open roof to admire the view from the car. There are spectacular, beautiful view of Canyon and river. 5 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Lake Kaindy
Saty, KazakhstanAfter Charyn Canyon we will go to Saty village where we will have lunch in local guest house or yurt. After lunch it will take 40 minutes to Kaindy lake. We will change car 2 times (old cars), after that we will walk around 15 minutes to reach Kaindy lake. Free time on Kaindy lake will take around 1 hour.
Lake Kaindy is at an altitude of 2000m and geologically very young. This 400m long lake was formed in 1911 after an earthquake triggered an enormous limestone landslide, which formed a natural dam in the gorge that was covered by spruce trees.
6 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location3
Kolsai Lake
Saty, KazakhstanAfter Kaindy we will go to Kolsay lake through Saty village by our own car.
Kolsay Lakes – one of the most beautiful places in Kazakhstan. These lakes are located at heights 1800, 2250 and 2700 metres above sea level. We will visit the first lake, which is located at the height of 1818 metres, has the length of 1 km, and width about 300 metres. Once visited this place, will never forget their magnificence and calmness around3 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We will pick from any place in Almaty city, you will be picked up by our vehicle marked with our company name
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Russian
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Almaty time to receive 100% refund.
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