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Almaty Nature Tour – Kolsai Lakes & Kaindy Lake
4 Nights / 5 Days
Almaty – Shymbulak – Charyn Canyon – Kolsai Lakes – Kaindy Lake
Tour Overview
This Almaty Nature Tour with Kolsai Lakes and Kaindy Lake is designed for travelers who want to experience Kazakhstan’s most beautiful landscapes in a short and scenic itinerary. The tour combines mountain views, alpine lakes, canyon scenery, peaceful villages, and relaxed nature-based sightseeing around Almaty.
The journey covers Shymbulak, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes, and Kaindy Lake. It is ideal for photographers, couples, families, nature lovers, and travelers looking for a soft-adventure Kazakhstan holiday with private transfers and comfortable planning.
Tour Highlights:
- Explore Almaty’s scenic city highlights and mountain surroundings.
- Enjoy cable car views at Medeu and Shymbulak.
- Visit Charyn Canyon and walk through the Valley of Castles.
- Spend time at Kolsai Lakes, one of Kazakhstan’s most beautiful alpine lake areas.
- Discover Kaindy Lake, famous for its submerged forest and dramatic setting.
- Perfect itinerary for photography, nature walks, couples and private family travel.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive at Almaty International Airport and meet our representative for your private transfer to the hotel. After check-in, relax and settle into Kazakhstan’s most popular travel gateway.
Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short evening walk, café visit, or light shopping around the city.
Overnight stay in Almaty.
After breakfast, begin your sightseeing tour with Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral. Continue to Green Bazaar for local flavors, dry fruits, snacks, and a lively glimpse of daily life in Almaty.
Later, drive to Medeu, surrounded by the Tian Shan Mountains, and continue towards Shymbulak by cable car. Enjoy panoramic mountain views and relaxed time at the resort area.
In the evening, visit Kok Tobe for beautiful city views and a peaceful atmosphere.
Overnight stay in Almaty.
After breakfast, depart from Almaty for Charyn Canyon, one of Kazakhstan’s most dramatic natural attractions. The route passes through open countryside, giving you a beautiful view of the region’s wide landscapes.
On arrival, explore the famous Valley of Castles, known for its red rock formations and striking canyon views. Take time for photography, short walks, and scenic viewpoints.
After the canyon visit, continue to Saty Village, the main base for exploring Kolsai Lakes and Kaindy Lake.
Overnight stay near Saty / Kolsai region.
After breakfast, visit Kolsai Lakes, known for their calm waters, mountain backdrop, and peaceful alpine setting. The lake area is perfect for nature walks, photography, and quiet time surrounded by forested slopes.
Later, continue to Kaindy Lake, one of Kazakhstan’s most unique natural wonders. The lake is famous for its submerged spruce trees rising from the water, creating a surreal and photogenic landscape.
Return to your accommodation after the excursion and enjoy a relaxed evening in the mountain region.
Overnight stay near Saty / Kolsai region.
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive back to Almaty. On arrival, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
If your flight is later in the day, optional shopping, café time, or a short local visit can be arranged.
Tour concludes with beautiful memories of Almaty’s mountains, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes and Kaindy Lake.
What’s Included
Package Includes:
- Hotel accommodation in Almaty / Astana / regional stays on double or twin sharing basis.
- Daily breakfast at all hotels.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- English-speaking driver (driver-cum-guide in most cases).
- All airport transfers (arrival & departure assistance).
- Cable car tickets for Shymbulak (where mentioned in itinerary).
- Excursion to Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes, Kaindy Lake (as per itinerary).
- Domestic flights or train tickets (only if mentioned in itinerary).
- Fuel charges, tolls, parking fees, and driver allowance.
- All applicable taxes.
Package Excludes:
- International airfare to/from Kazakhstan.
- Visa charges (if applicable).
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses such as shopping, tips, laundry, mini-bar, etc.
- Entry tickets, guide services, and activity charges unless specified.
- Early check-in & late check-out at hotels.
- Travel insurance.
- Any cost arising due to weather, flight delays, road conditions or unforeseen situations.
Children Policy:
- Children below 5 years stay complimentary (sharing parent’s bed).
- Extra bed or mattress available at additional cost.
- Meals for children available on request.
- Parents are responsible for children during outdoor activities and excursions.
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