Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn, Black and Moon Canyons Day Tour with Lunch
by Kazakhstan Guided Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$158Overview
This full-day bus tour from Almaty covers five prominent natural sites in the region over about 17 hours. The tour begins with a one-hour walk along Charyn State National Nature Park’s canyon, offering multiple photo opportunities. Next, the group stops briefly at Uzunbulak Canyon (Moon Canyon) for about 20 minutes to take in the views. Afterward, there is a 20-minute stop at Black Canyon within Charyn National Park for sightseeing and photography. The tour continues to Lower Kolsai Lake, where guests spend an hour walking and visiting various viewpoints. The final main destination is Lake Kaindy, reached by an off-road transfer in a Soviet-era van. Here, participants take a short 30-minute hike, then visit a viewing point for photographs during a two-hour stop. Lunch is included and features home-cooked local dishes with a vegetarian option. The tour uses a modern van or bus with air conditioning for comfort during the long trip. Bottled water is provided. The guide speaks English and offers information and directions throughout the tour. Optional boating and horseback riding activities are available on site for an extra fee. Special dietary meals and soft drinks are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Charyn State National Nature Park
Spend about one hour walking along the canyon trails, stopping at various points to take photos.
60 min
Uzunbulak Canyon (Moon Canyon)
A brief 20-minute stop at Moon Canyon to view the landscape from designated spots.
20 min
Charyn National Park
Visit the Black Canyon area for around 20 minutes, taking pictures and enjoying the views.
20 min
Lower Kolsai Lake
Walk for about an hour around the lake, visiting several photo locations and appreciating the scenery.
60 min
Lake Kaindy
Take a short hike of roughly 30 minutes, then visit a viewpoint for photographs during a two-hour stay. Access involves an off-road ride in a Soviet van.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn, Black and Moon Canyons Day Tour with Lunch
by Kazakhstan Guided Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$158Overview
This full-day bus tour from Almaty covers five prominent natural sites in the region over about 17 hours. The tour begins with a one-hour walk along Charyn State National Nature Park’s canyon, offering multiple photo opportunities. Next, the group stops briefly at Uzunbulak Canyon (Moon Canyon) for about 20 minutes to take in the views. Afterward, there is a 20-minute stop at Black Canyon within Charyn National Park for sightseeing and photography. The tour continues to Lower Kolsai Lake, where guests spend an hour walking and visiting various viewpoints. The final main destination is Lake Kaindy, reached by an off-road transfer in a Soviet-era van. Here, participants take a short 30-minute hike, then visit a viewing point for photographs during a two-hour stop. Lunch is included and features home-cooked local dishes with a vegetarian option. The tour uses a modern van or bus with air conditioning for comfort during the long trip. Bottled water is provided. The guide speaks English and offers information and directions throughout the tour. Optional boating and horseback riding activities are available on site for an extra fee. Special dietary meals and soft drinks are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Charyn State National Nature Park
Spend about one hour walking along the canyon trails, stopping at various points to take photos.
60 min
Uzunbulak Canyon (Moon Canyon)
A brief 20-minute stop at Moon Canyon to view the landscape from designated spots.
20 min
Charyn National Park
Visit the Black Canyon area for around 20 minutes, taking pictures and enjoying the views.
20 min
Lower Kolsai Lake
Walk for about an hour around the lake, visiting several photo locations and appreciating the scenery.
60 min
Lake Kaindy
Take a short hike of roughly 30 minutes, then visit a viewpoint for photographs during a two-hour stay. Access involves an off-road ride in a Soviet van.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.