Almaty & the Kolsay Lakes

A relaxed loop of Almaty and the lakes

A relaxed loop of Almaty and the lakes A ready-built creator-led group trip across Kazakhstan, 6 days / 5 nights. GoExplorer shapes it into a departure under your name, with route, inclusions and logistics handled.

Kazakhstan · 6 days / 5 nights · Best season: June to September for the lakes and canyons · Group size: 10–16 guests

Route

Almaty > Charyn Canyon > Kolsay Lakes

Highlights

  • Medeu skating rink, Shymbulak, Sunkar falcon centre
  • Charyn Canyon, transfer to the Kolsay region
  • Saty Village & lower Kolsay Lake
  • Kolsay Lakes, return to Almaty
  • Visit the Medeu skating rink and the Shymbulak ski resort above Almaty, then the Sunkar falcon centre in the Big Almaty Gorge

Day by day

Day 1: Arrival & Almaty city tour

Arrive at Almaty International Airport and meet your guide. A panoramic city tour takes in Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral, Republic Square, the Green Bazaar and the Koktobe hill cable car.

Day 2: Medeu, Shymbulak & Sunkar

Visit the Medeu skating rink and the Shymbulak ski resort above Almaty, then the Sunkar falcon centre in the Big Almaty Gorge.

Day 3: Charyn Canyon & transfer to Kolsay

Drive east to the Charyn Canyon and its dramatic rock formations, then continue to the Kolsay Lakes region for the night.

Day 4: Saty Village & lower Kolsay Lake

Visit Saty Village and the lowest of the Kolsay Lakes, set among spruce forest in the Northern Tien Shan.

Day 5: Kolsay Lakes & return to Almaty

More time at the Kolsay Lakes before returning to Almaty for the night.

Day 6: Departure

Transfer to Almaty International Airport for your onward flight.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in your chosen hotel category with daily breakfast
  • Private transportation throughout the tour
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Airport transfers
  • Entrance tickets as per the itinerary
  • Drinking water (1 litre per person per day)

Exclusions

  • International and domestic flights
  • Meals other than breakfast
  • Travel insurance and visas
  • Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions