Charyn Canyon, Hot Springs, Kaindy & Kolsay Lakes

Charyn Canyon, Hot Springs, Kaindy & Kolsay Lakes

Days

3

From / per pax

US$ 296 US$

Locations

6

Start and end in Almaty

Main Locations

Charyn Canyon

Canyon Charyn is located on the territory of the Charyn National Park, created with the purpose of preserving natural and geological objects. The National Park was established on February 23, 2004. On the territory of the park there is a large number of rare and endangered species of animals listed in the Red Book.The most famous attraction of the park is Canyon Charyn. It is a picturesque natural place, which strikes with its unearthly landscapes. The depth of the canyon is 200 m. The height of the sheer mountains of the canyon reaches 150-300 m.

Chundzha Hot Springs

The Chundzha village, located about 250 km away from Almaty, is a popular destination for those who want to improve their health. The highly mineralized water of the Chundzha Hot Springs is heated by active volcanic processes to a temperature of 37-50° C (95-122° F) and is believed to have healing properties. Resorts usually offer several pools with different temperatures and water compositions. There are radon, hydrogen sulfide, and iodine-bromine springs, each treating different diseases.

The best time to visit the hot springs is in spring, autumn, and early winter.

Chunja is home to a several dozen of resorts providing everything needed for a memorable and relaxing trip away from the city.

Kaindy Lake

Kaindy Lake – a truly amazing example of the creation of nature. It is located among a huge coniferous forest at an altitude of more than 2000 thousand meters above sea level. It was formed by a landslide of a huge accumulation of limestone, as well as subsidence of the soil. The lake contains trunks of submerged Picea schrenkiana trees that rise above the surface of the lake. The area is often referred to as a "sunken forest". The cold water helps preserve the tree trunks, which are overgrown with algae and various other water plants.

Lower Kolsay Lake

The Kolsay Lakes is a popular tourist destination. They are located in the Northern Tien Shan. The word “kolsay” means “lake in the gorge” and there are three of them: Upper, Middle and Lower. They are all quite deep, cool and scenic.

There is also the village of Saty, where you can stay in comfortable and authentic guest houses, try national cuisine, and see the everyday life of the Kazakh people.

The lower lake is located at 1818 meters above sea level and 80 meters in depth. It is accessible by road and has guest-houses, campsites, boats and horse riding.

Itinerary

Day 1

08:00 meeting at the hotel

11:30 arrive at Charyn Canyon. Walk 3 km into the Valley of Castles

12:00 short stop at the Charyn river

12:45 visit Panoramic view of Valley of Castles

13:00 transfer to Chundzha Hot Springs

14:00 arrival and late lunch

15:00 free time at hot springs

19:00 dinner, overnight

Day 2

09:00 breakfast

09:30 transfer to Saty village

11:30 arrive at Saty village

13:00 lunch

13:40 transfer to the lake

15:00 arrive at Kaindy lake, walking around the lake

18:00 transfer to Saty village

20:00 dinner, overnight at guest house

Day 3

08:30 breakfast

09:30 arrive at Lower Kolsay lake. Excursion, we can also rent a boad or ride a horse

13:00 transfer to Saty village

13:30 lunch

14:30 departure to Almaty

18:30 arrive at the hotel

All-inclusive

1 person - 938 US$

2 persons - 1,073 US$

3 persons - 1,209 US$

4 persons - 1,343 US$

5 persons - 1,479 US$

What's Included
  • Transport
  • English-speaking guide / driver
  • Meals according to the program
  • Entrance tickets to national parks
  • Accommodation at Ulan Resort
  • Water
What's Excluded
  • International flights
  • Alcoholic drinks

Taxi

Price for an SUV with a driver (regardless of the number of people, up to 5 people)

US$ 649 US$

What's Included
  • Transport
  • English-speaking driver

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