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Treasures of Almaty : Charyn canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy lake
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Treasures of Almaty : Charyn canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy lake

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★ 4.5 (13) • 300+ booked
US$ 72.50
Big Almaty Lake
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Big Almaty Lake

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★ 4.0 (4) • 100+ booked
US$ 76.69
Almaty District Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lakes 2-Day Tour
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Almaty District Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lakes 2-Day Tour

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

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★ 5.0 (12) • 200+ booked
US$ 87.50
Kolsai Lake & Kaindy Lake One-day Nature & Guided Tour
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Kolsai Lake & Kaindy Lake One-day Nature & Guided Tour

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★ 4.7 (6) • 50+ booked
US$ 37.50
Almaty Big Almaty Lake & Alma-Arasan Private Tour
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Almaty Big Almaty Lake & Alma-Arasan Private Tour

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★ 4.8 (5) • 50+ booked
US$ 187.50
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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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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★ 3.0 (2)
US$ 56.25
Almaty Shymbulak & Koktobe Full-Day City Highlights Tour
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Almaty Shymbulak & Koktobe Full-Day City Highlights Tour

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US$ 81.25
Almaty Lake Issyk & Turgen Waterfall Private Full-Day Tour
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Almaty Lake Issyk & Turgen Waterfall Private Full-Day Tour

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US$ 87.50
Almaty Altyn Emel National Park Full-Day Private Tour
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Almaty Altyn Emel National Park Full-Day Private Tour

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US$ 144.45
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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US$ 100.00

Hotels in Almaty

Qazaq Auyl
Hotels • Almaty

Qazaq Auyl

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★ 4.8 (16)
From US$ 339.28
US$ 357.81
Zvezdnaya Hotel
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Zvezdnaya Hotel

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★ 4.4 (5)
From US$ 89.39
Naya Hotel
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Naya Hotel

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★ 4.5 (2)
US$ 74.69
Uyut Hotel
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Uyut Hotel

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★ 4.4 (187)
From US$ 99.64
US$ 100.64
Tenir Eco Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Tenir Eco Hotel

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★ 4.7 (4)
From US$ 267.78
Mildom Premium Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Mildom Premium Hotel

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★ 3.0 (15)
From US$ 43.17
Hotel Kazakhstan
Hotels • Almaty

Hotel Kazakhstan

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★ 4.2 (359)
From US$ 144.84
US$ 157.09
Novotel Almaty City Center
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Novotel Almaty City Center

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★ 4.4 (165)
From US$ 190.45
Grand Erbil Hotel
Hotels • Almaty

Grand Erbil Hotel

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★ 3.1 (83)
From US$ 43.41
US$ 43.64
Unit Hotel
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Unit Hotel

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Almaty Hotel
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Almaty Hotel

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★ 4.2 (113)
From US$ 150.88
Hostel O2
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Hostel O2

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★ 4.6 (12)
From US$ 21.00

Reviews of Almaty activities

Alvin ***************
2026-02-28 15:43:13
Fantastic 5.0
we had a wonderful stay here. close to Kok-Tobe Hill, near bus and train station, with near CU convenience store and we love their breakfast and laundry service (very cheap).
Klook User
2026-03-04 08:09:14
Fantastic 5.0
Hotel was super close to the Shymbulak Ski Resort, and it was a total win! The room was comfy and super clean. I loved the sauna. Staff were super friendly and helpful. They even had a shuttle service to the resort, which was a major plus. The hotel's restaurant served up some delicious local and international cuisine, and the breakfast is okay. Highly recommend it if you're planning to relax or do ski trip to Almaty!
Jessica ***********
2026-03-26 04:42:45
Great 4.0
very good location, very near to all tourist city attraction
Cindy ***
2026-03-28 03:14:25
Fantastic 5.0
The view at the top of the mountain was spectacular during winter. Resturant just a short walk away . Room has basic of everythings you will need, with a premium price tag managment should include mini fridge with drinks.
Rob *********
2026-02-01 18:43:34
Great 4.0
It is one of the oldest Hotel and I can see some renovations happening which is good. The breakfast is decent and the staff are nice. The place can still use some improvement though.
Klook User
2026-03-03 16:37:06
Great 4.0
Clean, comfortable room, good mattresses, and quiet environment. Friendly and well-trained staff. hotel experience matches the price paid. heater not blowing hot air sometimes.
Ajay *
2026-05-17 20:26:22
Fantastic 5.0
The day tour was super well organized and absolutely worth it. We visited the breathtaking Kolsai Lake, Kaindy Lake, and Charyn Canyon, every place looked unreal in person. It was definitely an eventful day with lots of walking and adventure, but completely worth it for the views and experience. Huge shoutout to our guide Rustam who kept the energy high throughout the trip and made the whole experience even more fun and smooth. Highly recommend this tour if you’re visiting Kazakhstan!
Klook User
2026-03-23 06:55:56
Fantastic 5.0
The mountains and lakes were amazing to look at, and the views were spectacular. Our tour guide, Nikita, ensured that we saw all the tourist attractions while being mindful of the time constraints. He even gave us snacks on the way.
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.

Almaty at a glance

When is the busiest time for Almaty activities?

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Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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Typical
-200%
-1%
Jan
-17%
Feb
-15%
Mar
-13%
Apr
-27%
May
+16%
Jun
Busiest +318%
Jul
-58%
Aug
-79% Quietest
Sep
-39%
Oct
-44%
Nov
-39%
Dec

Bookings from travellers from Australia peak in July (about 318% above a typical month) and drop to their quietest in September (roughly 79% lower), 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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Avg $42 Priciest $77 Cheapest $17
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Typical activity prices dip to around USD 17 in June, roughly 78% below the April high, so June offers the best value and overlaps with the quiet season noted on 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

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10 daysTypical
29 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 10 days ahead, indicating reasonable flexibility for short-notice plans; during July’s peak you may still want to secure bookings earlier. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Almaty

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 463.55KZT

  • 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 visitor mix and seasonality

Almaty draws most bookings for tours and city experiences, and demand swings sharply through the year. Klook data shows a pronounced high season in July with much lower demand in September and around late year.

When to visit for price and crowd trade-offs

Klook booking data puts July at the peak of demand while September is the quietest month. Prices move differently across the year: they dip to their lowest around June but reach their highest in April. If you want smaller crowds and lower prices, consider travelling in June or the quieter shoulder months; if you’re after peak‑season atmosphere, plan for July when demand is strongest. Note that demand peaks in July while the absolute priciest month measured by prices is April, so peak crowds and peak ticket prices do not exactly coincide.

Tips for travellers from Australia

Most bookings for Almaty experiences are typically made about ten days ahead, with many last‑minute bookings possible within a couple of days and some travellers securing deals around four weeks out. For short, flexible trips you can often book tours a few days before departure; if you’re travelling in July it helps to plan earlier and lock in the tours you want. Search Klook for confirmed tour options and time your booking based on how fixed your dates are.

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