Charyn canyon and Kolsai lake One day tour
At a glance
Charyn canyon and Kolsai lake One day tour is a 12h private experience in Almaty, Kazakhstan, operated by Kazia Tour. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 46 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $290 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Lunch, Parking Fees.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 12h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
If you want to see the diversity of the landscape in a desert canyon, hike along a beautiful mountain lake, or take boat and relax; enjoy local cuisine in a hospitable guest house,then this tour is for you!
Charyn Canyon is a 12-million-year-old natural monument, consisting of complex sedimentary rocks. Kolsay Lake is a natural mirror, reflecting the beauty of the Tien Shan mountains.
• 7:00 - Departure from the hotel to Charyn canyon.
• 9:30 – Lunch in Baiseit village’s cafe.
• 10:00 – Arriving Charyn canyon First, we will admire the panoramic view of the canyon from the observation deck. take amazing photos. And then we go down to the canyon and walk along a wide path to the river (3 km, 40 min). Rest at the riverside.
• 12:00 - Departure to Kolsay lake.
• 14:00 -16:00 Arriving Kolsay. Hiking, taking pictures,
• 15: 00 Departure to Almaty
• 19:00 Arrival at hotel
What's included
What's included
- Lunch
- Parking Fees
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
During the tour you will:
• see some of the most beautiful places in our region
• have an opportunity to see life in a village, and visit an open air market with local organic food.
• be escorted by our professional guide. They will tell you about all the sights, answer all your questions about the cultural and historical facts, and take photos or videos if you like. The guide will be responsible for your safety.
Itinerary:
• 7:00 - Departure from the hotel to Charyn canyon.
• 9:30 – Lunch in Baiseit village’s cafe.
• 10:00 – Arriving Charyn canyon First, we will admire the panoramic view of the canyon from the observation deck. take amazing photos. And then we go down to the canyon and walk along a wide path to the river (3 km, 40 min). Rest at the riverside.
• 12:00 - Departure to Kolsay lake.
• 14:00 -16:00 Arriving Kolsay. Hiking, taking pictures,
• 15: 00 Departure to Almaty
• 19:00 Arrival at hotel
The price includes: Transport, lunch in a Kazakh village, a visit to beautiful Charyn canyon, hiking along beautiful Kolsay lake and a professional guide that will tell you all about the history and sites you are enjoying
Additional Info
***If you are vegetarian or have food allergies, please let us know so we can make allowances for this. -
Stop 2 · 1h
Kolsay Lake is a natural mirror, reflecting the beauty of the Tien Shan mountains.
Meeting point
We will pick you up from your Almaty hotel and return you to your hotel after the tour
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Charyn canyon and Kolsai lake One day tour take?
The experience lasts about 12h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $290 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Lunch; Parking Fees.
Where does it start?
We will pick you up from your Almaty hotel and return you to your hotel after the tour
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 46 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Almaty.
