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Treasures of Almaty : Charyn canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy lake
Tours • From Almaty

Treasures of Almaty : Charyn canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy lake

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(15) • 500+ booked
US$ 83.39
Big Almaty Lake
Tours • Almaty

Big Almaty Lake

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.3 / 5
(6) • 200+ booked
US$ 88.19
Almaty Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake & Kaindy Lake Private Day Tour
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Tours • From Almaty

Almaty Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake & Kaindy Lake Private Day Tour

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Private tour
English guided
4.8 / 5
(17) • 300+ booked
US$ 136.59
Kolsai Lake & Kaindy Lake One-day Nature & Guided Tour
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Tours • From Almaty

Kolsai Lake & Kaindy Lake One-day Nature & Guided Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
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4.0 / 5
(11) • 100+ booked
US$ 43.15
Almaty District Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lakes 2-Day Tour
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Tours • From Almaty

Almaty District Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lakes 2-Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
50+ booked
US$ 103.50
Almaty Charyn Canyon, Kolsai, & Kaindy Lakes Full-Day Tour
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Almaty Charyn Canyon, Kolsai, & Kaindy Lakes Full-Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
3.7 / 5
(3) • 50+ booked
US$ 64.69
Big Almaty Lake & Alma-Arasan Half-day Mountain Tour
Tours • Almaty

Big Almaty Lake & Alma-Arasan Half-day Mountain Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
New Activity
US$ 79.35
Almaty Shymbulak & Koktobe Full-Day City Highlights Tour
Tours • Almaty

Almaty Shymbulak & Koktobe Full-Day City Highlights Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
2.5 / 5
(4)
US$ 93.45
Almaty Charyn Canyon Full-Day Private Tour
Tours • From Almaty

Almaty Charyn Canyon Full-Day Private Tour

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Private tour
English guided
US$ 431.25
Almaty Big Almaty Lake & Alma-Arasan Private Tour
Tours • Almaty

Almaty Big Almaty Lake & Alma-Arasan Private Tour

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Private tour
English guided
4.8 / 5
(5) • 100+ booked
US$ 215.65
Almaty Huns Ethno Village and Lake Issyk Private Tour
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Almaty Huns Ethno Village and Lake Issyk Private Tour

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Private tour
English guided
5.0 / 5
(2) • 50+ booked
US$ 115.00
Kolsai Lake & Charyn Canyon National Park One-day Nature & National Park Tour
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Kolsai Lake & Charyn Canyon National Park One-day Nature & National Park Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
3.0 / 5
(2)
US$ 45.49

Hotels in Almaty

Naya Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Naya Hotel

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4.7 / 5
(3)
From
US$ 87.12
Qazaq Auyl
Hotels • Almaty

Qazaq Auyl

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4.8 / 5
(16)
From
US$ 354.79
US$ 355.95
Zvezdnaya Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Zvezdnaya Hotel

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4.4 / 5
(6)
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US$ 90.34
US$ 91.25
Grand Erbil Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Grand Erbil Hotel

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3.1 / 5
(83)
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US$ 44.91
US$ 45.62
Mildom Premium Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Mildom Premium Hotel

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3.0 / 5
(15)
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US$ 48.93
Resident City Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Resident City Hotel

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5.0 / 5
(8)
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US$ 132.03
Hotel Tahar
Hotels • Almaty

Hotel Tahar

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4.5 / 5
(44)
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US$ 40.71
US$ 45
Tenir Eco Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Tenir Eco Hotel

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4.7 / 5
(4)
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US$ 374.24
Avrora
Hotels • Almaty

Avrora

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2.5 / 5
(2)
From
US$ 33.93
ASTRA HOTEL
Hotels • Almaty

ASTRA HOTEL

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US$ 62.63
Mildom Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Mildom Hotel

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3.7 / 5
(58)
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US$ 57.72
US$ 59.3
Novotel Almaty City Center
Hotels • Almaty

Novotel Almaty City Center

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4.4 / 5
(165)
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US$ 184.06

Reviews of Almaty activities

Juvy *******
2026-10-12 05:44:47
Fantastic 5.0
The hotel’s location was convenient (a leisurely walk across many of Almaty’s beautiful parks). The room was clean and spacious.
Angelica *****
2026-09-18 09:55:04
Fantastic 5.0
such a beautiful and peaceful place. it’s far from the center but still accessible via Yandex app. thanks klook!
Angelica *****
2026-09-14 10:12:36
Fantastic 5.0
very comfortable hotel! good location and affordable. will book it again next time. breakfast was decent and unlimited. thanks klook!
Klook User
2026-08-25 14:46:45
Fantastic 5.0
If you are worried about meeting point, in my experience the van came a little bit later than 4:30. Just look for a minivan with Panda Travel livery or anyone with the Panda Travel uniform as they might be your tour guides. The tour was pretty straightforward, not much explanation about the places but the guides shared pretty good tips to wander around. Kudos to Nurtas and Rustam who were pretty friendly and made such good company for the day. Overall good experience. Tips: Suggest to prepare at least 15k-20k kzt for food and others, and if you also want to use taxi or ride a horse (cash only!)
GRACE ************
2026-07-11 10:34:06
Fantastic 5.0
Very nice tour. The tour started early that beats the crowd of other tourist. Very nice tour guide as well. Easy to book and instamd confirmation.
Klook User
2026-09-26 07:28:16
Fantastic 5.0
Taras was a great company, who went above and beyond to make the trip memorable and suitable for us. We prefered a slightly more active day with some hiking and walking and he could recommend some good options for us. He knew the good spots around the areas. The transportation was smooth and comfortable. The day felt relaxed and not rushed.
Asma ******
2026-07-19 10:30:52
Fantastic 5.0
this is a big join in tour but the guid is cery well organized, friendly. we are small amounts of foreigners a little challenging for the language barrier but the tour is very fun with locals
Cassandra ********
2026-10-04 20:20:44
Fantastic 5.0
the organizer is on time, they communicate with us the timing, and all accordingly. They are well organized and very kind.
ABANG *********************
2026-10-06 01:19:57
Fantastic 5.0
Covering Charyn Canyon, Kolsai, and Kaindy Lakes in a single day sounds ambitious, but Тәке managed the itinerary flawlessly. The transport was comfortable, the timing at each location was well-paced, and Тәке provided fantastic local insights throughout the journey. Highly recommended!

Almaty at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Almaty?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+200%
+100%
Typical
-100%
+61%
Jan
-16%
Feb
+16%
Mar
-29%
Apr
-48%
May
+10%
Jun
Busiest +145%
Jul
-10%
Aug
-74% Quietest
Sep
-35%
Oct
-29%
Nov
-29%
Dec

Demand peaks in July, when bookings jump about 145% above a typical month, while September is much quieter—roughly 74% below a typical month—so book early for July and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in September. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Almaty cheapest?

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$80
$60
$40
$20
Avg $36 Priciest $77 Cheapest $23
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in June at around USD 23, roughly 70% below the priciest month, so consider June for lower prices; this also overlaps the quiet season shown by the demand chart. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

2 daysLast-minute
10 daysTypical
29 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 10 days ahead, which suggests reasonable flexibility rather than long lead times; during the July peak consider booking earlier than this to secure availability. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Almaty

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 451.32KZT

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Spring: Mild weather, blooming parks, great sightseeing

    Fall: Pleasant temperatures, festivals, autumn colors

What to know before visiting Almaty

Overview of Almaty’s travel rhythm

Almaty draws most bookings for tours and outdoor experiences, with demand peaking in summer and dipping in early autumn. The city’s busiest months concentrate around a clear high season while touring and day-trip activities remain the dominant categories year-round.

When to visit for crowds and prices

Klook booking data shows July as the peak month for demand and September as the quietest month. Prices rise and fall through the year: they reach their highest point in May and their lowest in June according to Klook’s historical data. For lower prices and smaller crowds, choose June or September; for the full peak-season atmosphere, visit in July. Note that pricing and demand don’t move in perfect lockstep here—May can be relatively pricey even before the busiest month arrives in July.

Tips for travellers

Most travellers booking Almaty experiences typically plan a bit ahead, with typical bookings made around ten days in advance and early planners booking roughly a month out; last-minute booking options also exist about two days before. If you prefer some flexibility, many tours remain available close to travel dates, but during July it’s wise to lock in key activities earlier. Use Klook to compare available tour options and secure popular time slots when you plan to travel.

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