2 Days Private Tour in Kolsai, Kaindy lakes, and Charyn Canyon

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Almaty - Charyn Canyon - Satty Village - Kaindy Lake
2 stops
1
Charyn Canyon
The "Valley of Castles" of the Charyn Canyon is over 150 km, and its age is about 12 million years, according to the most conservative estimates of scientists. In ancient times, the unique gorge was the bottom of Lake Ili, which the river Charyn now reminds us of, which flows through the canyon. It is not inferior to the Grand Canyon in the United States, since there are sheer cliffs 150-300 m high and 200 m deep. During the season, its turbulent waters form a powerful current, life-threatening even for experienced swimmers. The canyons of Almaty are not the only attraction that the Charyn National Park can boast of. It is also worth noting here the Ash Grove in the Sarytogay tract - a UNESCO monument, which in antiquity competed only with the forests of the United States.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
2
Lake Kaindy
Kaiyndy is translated from Kazakh as "birch grove". The reservoir got its name due to the abundance of birch trees, which, like silent guards, guard the passage in the gorge to its banks. When exactly Lake Kaindy arose, scientists are still arguing. Whether this happened in 1911, 1938 or 1978 is unknown, but the reason is indisputable: as a result of the earthquake, a collapse occurred that blocked the riverbed, flooding the valley with water. In the end, the whole forest was flooded. The bare tops of the fir trees now stick out gloomily from the surface. Meanwhile, small branches with needles are perfectly preserved under the turquoise surface, creating a surreal scene. Kaindy is not the most famous spot in the Kolsai reserve, but that is its charm: the mysterious world of the mountain lake is still untouched by too many tourists.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Satty Village - Kolsai Lake - Almaty
1 stop
3
Kolsai Lake
There are many places on our planet that amaze us with their beauty and grandeur. Kazakhstan also has many natural attractions that you will want to see. The Kolsai lakes are one of the jewels of the Almaty region. They are located near the Northern Tien Shan and attract tourists and travelers from all over the world. There are a lot of tourist attractions here. You can enjoy trekking and hiking in the mountains, or you can just walk by the lakes, and enjoy the scenery and the incredibly clear water. The water seems blue because it reflects the bright and clear sky, which looks low and accessible here as if you could reach it with your hand. This amazing color was the reason for another name for the Kolsai lakes of Almaty - "blue necklace".
2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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