Charyn Canyon, Lake Kaindy & Kolsai Lakes — Jeep Tour from Almaty
Explore Charyn Canyon, the sunken forest of Lake Kaindy, and alpine Kolsai Lakes on a private jeep tour from Almaty. Groups of 1–5. Luxury 4x4, Starlink, campfire meals.
Duration: 3–5 days
The tour begins at
5 in the morning
The tour departs
from Almaty

Charyn Canyon, Lake Kaindy & Kolsai Lakes — Private Jeep Tour from Almaty

Charyn Canyon, Lake Kaindy, and the Kolsai Lakes are three of Kazakhstan's most breathtaking natural landmarks — and Wildtour combines all three into one unforgettable private expedition.

What you'll experience: Charyn Canyon stretches over 90 km through the steppe, with walls rising up to 300 meters. Often compared to Arizona's Grand Canyon, it's a geological masterpiece carved over millions of years. Lake Kaindy is one of Central Asia's most surreal sights: a submerged spruce forest where tree trunks rise from crystal-clear turquoise water. The Kolsai Lakes — three alpine lakes stacked at increasing elevations in the Tien Shan mountains — offer dramatic scenery and rare tranquility.

Why Wildtour: This is a fully private tour for groups of 1 to 5 people. Your guide is experienced, English-speaking, and knows these routes in every season. You'll travel in a luxury off-road vehicle — Toyota Land Cruiser, Toyota Sequoia, or Land Rover — capable of reaching spots that standard tours simply cannot. Meals are prepared fresh over an open fire. Starlink satellite internet keeps you connected even in the most remote valleys.

Key facts:

  • Departure: Almaty
  • Duration: 3–5 days
  • Season: April–October
  • Group size: 1–5 people
  • Included: transport, guide, campfire meals, Starlink