ALTYN EMEL + CHARYN CANYON + KOLSAI & KAINDY LAKES 3-DAY JEEP TOUR
Destinations included in tour:
Altyn Emel National Park
Singing Dune
Aktau Mountains
Katutau Mountains
Tiger Mountains
Charyn Canyon "Valley of the Castles"
Lower Kolsai Lake
Kaindy Lake
Black Canyon
We are excited to offer you a 3-day tour to the most stunning natural attractions of the Almaty region: Altyn Emel, Charyn Canyon, and the Kaindy & Kolsai Lakes. This tour is the perfect way to see all these beautiful places in just a few days. We’ve planned the schedule so you can enjoy the views at the best times of day, with perfect lighting for photos. Our guide will take you to the top photo spots and share interesting facts about each location.
Tour Schedule
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
07:00 - 08:00 Pick-up
● Arrival at Basshy village
● Lunch at the guesthouse
● Visiting of the National Park museum
● Trip around Altyn Emel National Nature Park:
● Aktau Mountains, hiking, photo
● Katutau Mountains, walking, photo
19:00 Arrival at Basshy village, accommodation, dinner
● 08:00 Breakfast
● Trip to the Singing Dune
● Singing Dune, climb to the top, photo
● Stop at Oshaktas stone steles
● Leaving Altyn Emel and trip to Charyn National Park
● Lunch in Chundzha village
● Charyn Canyon "Valley of the Castles", walk along the bottom till the river, photo
● 19:00 Arrival at Saty village, accommodation, dinner
● 08:00 Breakfast
● Trip to Kaindy Lake
● Kaindy Lake, short hiking or horseback-riding (optional, extra payment), photo
● Lunch at the guesthouse
● Trip to Lower Kolsai Lake
● Lower Kolsai Lake, walking, horseback-riding or boating (optional, extra payment)
● Leaving Kolsai Lakes National Park
● Stop at Black Canyon, viewing spot
● Way back to Almaty
● 20:00 Drop-off

Prices

Prepayment (30% deposit for the Private tours) of the tour cost is required to confirm your booking. The remaining amount can be paid at the start of the tour. The deposit is non-refundable if the tour is cancelled 72 hours in advance.

You can customize a tour based on your preferences - adjust the duration, include additional destinations, and more. For details, please reach out to our manager.
TOUR INFROMATION
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Medium
Travelers should have a good physical fitness level.
Recommendations
Weather/season-appropriate outerwear, warm clothes (cold after sunset), trekking boots/sport shoes, head cover, personal hygiene products, some cash in KZT for WC/horseback riding/boating (from 7000 KZT per person depending on route/duration).

Don’t forget to take passport with you (original, not copy)!
Health and Safety Advisory for Travelers:
  • Individuals with significant medical conditions, including those with high or low blood pressure, are advised to consult with a healthcare professional before participating in this tour.
  • Pregnant travelers should seek medical advice prior to booking, as certain aspects of the tour may not be suitable during pregnancy.
  • Travelers with acrophobia (fear of heights), or those who may find extended periods of travel by vehicle or prolonged walking and hiking challenging, should consider their comfort and health before joining this tour.
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