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Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes, Charyn Canyon tour from Almaty
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Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes, Charyn Canyon tour from AlmatyFive natural wonders in one day from Almaty: Charyn Canyon's red cliffs, a submerged forest at Kaindy Lake, and Kolsai Lake surrounded by pines.Every day · 05:30 and 06:00 · Ages 6–60★ 4.87 (1,087)15hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes, Charyn Canyon: 2-Day Tour with Yurt Stay
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Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes, Charyn Canyon: 2-Day Tour with Yurt StayWake up in a yurt by Kolsai Lake, hike Charyn Canyon’s wild trails, and share local food around a bonfire. Includes transfers, meals, and guide from Almaty.Every day except Wednesday and Saturday · 07:00 · From age 5★ 4.85 (591)2dEN · RU✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 160per person
Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon Day Tour Almaty
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Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon Day Tour AlmatyVisit five natural wonders from Almaty: Kolsai Lakes, Kaindy Lake, Charyn Canyon, Moon Canyon, Black Canyon. Includes park entry, lunch, guide, transport. 10–12 hours.Fri–Sun · 06:00 · Pickup optional · From age 5★ 4.81 (332)16hEN · RU✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 295per person

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Kaindy and Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon tour from Almaty
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Kaindy and Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon tour from Almaty★ 4.55 (253)17hEN · RUfromUS$ 46per person
Yurt canyon Kazakhstan: Soviet van to submerged forest
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Yurt canyon Kazakhstan: Soviet van to submerged forest★ 4.76 (159)2dENfromUS$ 120per person
Almaty: Aktau Mountains & Singing Dunes 1-2 Day Tour
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Almaty: Aktau Mountains & Singing Dunes 1-2 Day Tour★ 4.94 (158)16hEN · RUfromUS$ 240per person
Kolsay and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon day trip from Almaty
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Kolsay and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon day trip from Almaty★ 4.78 (112)16hfromUS$ 57per person
2-Day Kolsai, Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyon Tour from Almaty
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2-Day Kolsai, Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyon Tour from Almaty★ 4.66 (97)3dfromUS$ 105per person
Lake Issyk & Turgen Bear Waterfall: Day Trip from Almaty
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Lake Issyk & Turgen Bear Waterfall: Day Trip from Almaty★ 4.77 (97)9h–10hEN · RUfromUS$ 45per person
Almaty: Medeu, Shymbulak & Kok-Tobe Day Trip with Bazar
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Almaty: Medeu, Shymbulak & Kok-Tobe Day Trip with Bazar★ 4.51 (85)10h–11hEN · RUfromUS$ 49per person

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Almaty City Tour: Cathedral, Bazaar & Street Art Highlights
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Almaty City Tour: Cathedral, Bazaar & Street Art HighlightsWalk Almaty's historic heart with a professional English-speaking guide, from the Holy Ascension Cathedral and Green Bazar to street performers on Panfilov.Every day · From age 3★ 4.87 (23)1h–2hEN · RU✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Almaty City Tour: Independence Square, Metro & Zenkov Cathedral
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Almaty City Tour: Independence Square, Metro & Zenkov CathedralWalk Almaty's landmarks with a live English-speaking guide covering Independence Square, the deepest metro station, Panfilov Street and Zenkov Cathedral.Every day · First departure 04:00, last 20:00 · Ages 16–75★ 5.00 (11)3hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
Almaty city tour: Shymbulak, Koktobe & Green Market
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Almaty city tour: Shymbulak, Koktobe & Green MarketSee Almaty's main sights in one morning: Shymbulak in the Tien Shen mountains, Koktobe viewpoint, the Green Bazaar and Park 28 Panfilov's Guardsmen.Tue, Fri and Sun · 08:00 · From age 6★ 5.00 (22)6hEN · RU✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
Almaty mountains hiking tour: Choose your route and pace
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Almaty mountains hiking tour: Choose your route and paceHike the Ile-Alatau range near Almaty with a live English-speaking guide who tailors your route to your fitness level.Every day · Hotel pickup · Up to age 65★ 4.80 (25)5h–8hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 130per person
Almaty city tour: Parks, mosque and mountain views
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Almaty city tour: Parks, mosque and mountain viewsVisit Almaty's oldest park and central mosque, then ascend to two mountain viewpoints on this 4-hour guided tour with hotel pickup.Every day · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 15–89★ 4.75 (20)4hEN · AR · DE · RU +1✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 137per person
Issyk Lake half-day tour from Almaty: Alpine lake at 1760m
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Issyk Lake half-day tour from Almaty: Alpine lake at 1760mHalf-day tour from Almaty to Issyk Lake at 1760 meters, departing at 9am with guide, vehicle and park entry included.Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (10)4hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 142per person
Medeu and Shymbulak ski resort private tour from Almaty
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Medeu and Shymbulak ski resort private tour from AlmatyPrivate tour from Almaty to Medeu skating rink and Shymbulak ski resort, riding cable cars to 3,200m with an English-speaking guide and hotel pickup.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 11:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.88 (32)5h–6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lakes tour: Submerged forest
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Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lakes tour: Submerged forestTwo-day tour from Almaty through Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes and Kaindy Lake with its sunken forest, including hotel stay, meals.Mon and Thu · 07:00 · Pickup optional · Ages 4–60★ 4.93 (72)2dEN · RU✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 150per person
Private Almaty City Tour: Build Your Own Day
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Private Almaty City Tour: Build Your Own DayPrivate full-day tour of Almaty with professional guide and comfortable transport. You choose the stops and the pace.Every day · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.67 (18)2h–10hEN · HI · AR · DE +2✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 155per person
Talgar Gorge Nomadic Tour: Horse Shows & Traditions
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Talgar Gorge Nomadic Tour: Horse Shows & TraditionsSpend five to six hours in Talgar gorge learning Kazakh traditions at Hunns ethno-village with horse-riding tricks, warrior performances, archery.Every day · 10:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.80 (25)5h–6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 158per person
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Almaty at a glance ✓ 2026-10-29

  • Most booked: Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes, Charyn Canyon tour from Almaty, US$ 59 (15h, 4.87★ · 1,087).
  • Top rated: Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes, Charyn Canyon: 2-Day Tour with Yurt Stay, US$ 160 (2d, 4.85★ · 591).
  • Best value: Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon Day Tour Almaty, US$ 295 (16h, 4.81★ · 332).

Of the 61 experiences: 61 with free cancellation, 51 with instant confirmation, 49 with hotel pickup and 36 bookable last-minute.

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