[Transportation by Tour bus] Almaty: Charyn Canyon&Kolsay&Kaindy Lakes Day Trip
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1 person
Meeting at the designated location
Mobile voucher
Use only on the selected date
Cancellation available
Duration: 17 hours 30 minutes
English,Russian
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BESTWe arrived at the meeting place in the morning and the guide said we had to pay an additional fee, so we paid 4,500 tenge per person. There were two of us and we didn't have change, so we had to pay 10,000 tenge. He said he would return the 1,000 tenge in change later, but we never got it back. The guide didn't say anything about paying an additional fee, but if they had included it, we would have prepared for it in advance. Also, at Kaindy Lake, you have to pay 8,000 tenge per person to ride a horse from the parking lot to Kaindy Lake. So the two of us paid 20,000 tenge to the horse owner, and he only gave us 3,000 tenge because he said he didn't have enough change. And we never got the 1,000 tenge back. And the tour schedule is to go to Charn Canyon first, Kolsay Lake second, and Kaindy Lake first. The guide can adjust the schedule, but when we arrived at Charn Canyon as the last course, it rained a lot and the wind was blowing hard, so most people stayed in their cars or had to quickly look around and return to their cars. If the weather forecast that day was predicting rain and other variables, I wish we had gone to Charn Canyon first as originally planned. I think the key to this tour is Charn Canyon. And it said we would move by large bus, but when we actually got there, it was a minivan. The seats were narrow and it was uncomfortable to ride. In particular, your head will shake a lot, so be careful because you may get motion sickness.
Highlights
Embark on a day tour to Charn Canyon from Almaty!
This tour takes you to the gorges and lakes that boast the best views in Kazakhstan. Charyn Canyon, Kolsay Lake, and Kaindy Lake are located in the southeastern part of Almaty Province, and are a popular tour destination for travelers visiting Almaty, as they are home to the Golden Triangle, a mysterious natural landscape.
We recommend you to experience a safe and comfortable trip with this tour, which departs from Almaty city center, travels to 3 famous attractions by comfortable bus, and returns to Almaty!
Program
In one day, full of things,
Almaty Nature Tour
This is a full day tour that will take you to three must-see natural attractions in Kazakhstan!
Start your tour early in the morning from Almaty city, relax in a comfortable vehicle, and head to Charyn Canyon National Park. Enjoy hiking with your guide and see the magnificent and unique rock formations called the Grand Canyon of Central Asia! Afterwards, head to Kolsay Lake and take a healing walk around the beautiful lake surrounded by pine trees and Alpine meadows. After lunch and free time, head to Kaindy Lake, where you can enjoy a walk with the mysterious tree pillars rising above the water, and then return to Almaty. Have a meaningful and informative time listening to the history and interesting stories of the region from your friendly and experienced guide!
Tour Recommended Points
⏱️ TOP 3 Natural Attractions in Kazakhstan You Can See in One Day:
You can see Kazakhstan's unique and mysterious popular natural attractions in just one day. We recommend visiting on a tour without worrying about the hassle of transportation and course planning!
💸 Cost savings:
You can save money on accommodation, food, and car rental by visiting three attractions at once without staying multiple days.
🚐 Comfortable movement:
We have vehicles with comfortable seats so you can travel comfortably regardless of the weather, and we have experienced drivers to minimize safety risks on unpaved roads and mountainous areas.
⚡ Charging Port:
Each vehicle has a USB charging port installed on the seat, so you can use your phone without worrying about the battery during long trips!
A brief look at the travel course
Departure from Almaty
🌄 Charn Canyon:
This is a canyon formed 12 million years ago, with a length of about 154 km and a depth of about 300 m. You can see red sandstone and rock towers.
🏞 Lake Colsay:
You can heal yourself by encountering lush coniferous forests, wild flowers, and Alpine meadows in a clear lake made of glacial water from the Tian Shan Mountains.
🌲 Lake Kaindy:
Kaindy Lake, a submerged lake formed by an earthquake in 1911, is a great place to take photos with its mystical landscape of tree trunks rising above the water and preserved branches under the water.
Arrival in Almaty
Tour Course
Tour Schedule
Information
What's Included
- Large bus movement
- Professional Guide
- Charn Canyon Ticket
- Kaindy Lake Ticket
- Lake Colsay Ticket
What's Not Included
- Take a Buhanka (UAZ minibus) to the lake parking lot (8 USD per person)
- Personal expenses
- Travel Insurance
- food
How To Use
- Please check your email or mobile voucher on the WAUG app.
- Please present your passport and mobile voucher to the guide.
- Valid only on the specified date and time.
Meeting Point:
Zyliha Hotel (in front of the car with panda sticker)
It is opposite the Astana International Hotel (large bus stop). There is a Barbero beauty salon near the bus stop.
Baytursynova St 104, Almaty 050022, Kazakhstan
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Meeting time:
4:30 - 5:00 AM
Start time:
5:00 am
Location
Zyliha Hotel
What to Remember
Cancellation and Refund
• Cancellation/refund requests are limited to those received during business hours (Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 18:00 / excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays). Cancellations received outside of business hours will be processed on the next business day (based on business hours).
• Reservation cancellation and refund requests must be made during business hours and then confirmed.
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