Photos from the route
One-day tour from Almaty
Kolsai Lakes, Kaindy Lake, Charyn and Black canyons, the Charyn River and Moon Canyon. Departure from Almaty at 5:30 AM, back in Almaty around 10:30 PM.
Mountain lakes, red canyons and one long drive between them.
Alpine lakes surrounded by spruce forest. Time for a walk and a rest by the water.
Turquoise water with spruce trunks standing up out of the lake.
Red cliffs and the Valley of Castles. Panoramic viewpoint.
A green river winding along the canyon floor, seen from the upper viewpoint.
Pale, wind-worn rock formations that look like a lunar landscape. Photo stop.
Dark rock walls carved by wind and water. Photo stop.
All times are Almaty time.
Meeting pointBus seats are first come, first served during check-in. Parking is opposite the Central Stadium bus stop on Baytursynov Street, above Abay Street.
Daily. Check-in at 5:00 AM, departure at 5:30 AM. Bus seats are assigned first come, first served at check-in.