All 6 options, side by side
✓ 2026-08-11| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Issyk & Turgen Bear Waterfall: Day Trip from AlmatyBest value | US$ 45 p.p. | US$ 45 | 9h–10h | 4.77★ · 96 | free | — |
| Almaty: Kaindy & Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon VIP Car Day TripOur pick | US$ 46 p.p. | US$ 46 | 17h | 4.53★ · 242 | free | — |
| Almaty: Medeu, Shymbulak & Kok-Tobe Day Trip with Bazar | US$ 49 p.p. | US$ 49 | 10h–11h | 4.52★ · 83 | free | — |
| Charyn Canyon & Kaindy Lake tour from Almaty: 14-hour day trip | US$ 55 p.p. | US$ 55 | 14h | 4.00★ only 4 reviews | free | +US$ 12 on site |
| Almaty: Tanbaly Petroglyphs Day Trip & UNESCO Site | US$ 222 per group | US$ 55 (4 share) | 8h | 3.00★ only 2 reviews | free | — |
| Kolsay and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon day trip from AlmatyTop rated | US$ 57 p.p. | US$ 57 | 16h | 4.78★ · 112 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 6 options: US$ 45–US$ 57 (median US$ 49). With an extra fee to pay on site: 1 of 6. With 100+ reviews: 2 of 6.
Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.
Almaty: Kaindy & Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon VIP Car Day TripYou’ll cross wild roads from Almaty into deep pine forests at Kaindy Lake, eat hot lagman by Kolsai’s clear shore, and wander under Charyn Canyon’s red towers—all with a local guide who knows every shortcut. Expect real conversation, unexpected quiet moments, and plenty of time to just look around.
Kolsay and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon day trip from AlmatyA full-day tour from Almaty visiting Kolsay Lake, Kaindy Lake and Charyn Canyon with a professional guide, round-trip transport and all park entry fees. The day combines hiking around two alpine lakes and walking through a canyon to the Charyn River, with a small gift for every guest. Moderate fitness is needed; the tour runs 16 hours and is not suitable for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries.Is it for me?The guide speaks the language you choose at checkout, so you follow the commentary without translation. Book this if you want to hike and walk at your own pace through three different landscapes in one day—the guide leads, but the stops and the walking are yours to control.
Lake Issyk & Turgen Bear Waterfall: Day Trip from AlmatyYou’ll hike through Turgen Gorge to feel Bear Waterfall’s icy mist, then ride out to Lake Issyk where colors shift with every cloud. With a local guide leading you to photo spots (and sharing stories), expect time for lakeside wandering, fresh mountain air, and quiet moments that stick with you long after you’ve left.
Almaty: Medeu, Shymbulak & Kok-Tobe Day Trip with BazarYou’ll start your Almaty day trip shivering at Medeu’s high-altitude rink, ride up to Shymbulak for mountain air and tea, explore Panfilov Park’s wooden cathedral, and snack through Green Bazar with your guide translating flavors along the way. End at Kok-Tobe hill as dusk falls over the city—there’s something quietly unforgettable about watching Almaty light up beneath you.
Charyn Canyon & Kaindy Lake tour from Almaty: 14-hour day tripA 14-hour guided tour from Almaty takes you to three natural sites southeast of the city: Charyn Canyon with its distinctive red rock formations, Kaindy Lake reached by a 2km walk from the parking area, and Lower Kolsai Lake in Kolsai Lakes National Park. The tour includes park entrance fees, an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup, a hearty lunch at Saty village, and a live guide in English or Arabic. Boating and horse-riding are available as optional add-ons at checkout.Is it for me?Book this if you're ready for a full day of driving (5:00 AM pickup, 10 PM return) to visit three landscapes; choose the horse option at Kaindy Lake if you want to skip the 2 km walk, or walk if you prefer to save on costs.
Almaty: Tanbaly Petroglyphs Day Trip & UNESCO SiteYou're driven from your Almaty hotel to Tanbaly's six petroglyph groups, a UNESCO site spanning Bronze Age to medieval carvings. The 3-hour journey includes entry fees, water and air-conditioned transport. You walk through canyons and hills observing ancient rock art across multiple time periods, then return to your hotel by evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see ancient rock art spanning thousands of years without arranging your own transport or navigating the site alone — the fixed itinerary and included pickup handle both, leaving you to focus on the petroglyphs themselves.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 6 of the 6 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Almaty: Kaindy & Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon VIP Car Day Trip is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.53 out of 5 across 242 reviews.
