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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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★ 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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US$ 90.00
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
Hotels • Almaty

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
Hotels • Almaty

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
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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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From US$ 57.51
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

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.
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
Klook User
2026-03-23 08:56:17
Fantastic 5.0
Although it was still winter in March, the Big Almaty Lake was frozen, but the view was beyond wonderful. The Ayusai waterfalls was also frozen, though the way up was breathtaking. Nikita, our tour guide, took amazing photos of us. Overall, we were satisfied with the experience.
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2026-07-23 12:20:21
Fantastic 5.0
The arrangement of the one-day tour is very efficientf ,user friendly and straight forward. The driver, Timur, can speak very fluent English. He is very knowledgeble on anything I asked about this country. Other than knowledge in his own country, Kazakhtan, he knows a lot about the histor of our home country. China Hong Kong SAR. He did a marvous job .
Matthew **********
2026-04-30 20:59:07
Fantastic 5.0
This was totally awesome. I saw and ate everything I wanted to in Kazakhstan in a single day. I loved getting pictures both inside and above canyons. The guide, Sergey, took some excellent photos and videos of me, and was very knowledgeable about the history of the rock formations.
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!

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 the United States spike in July (around +318% vs a typical month), while September is the quietest (about 79% below a typical month); expect heavy demand in July so book early and enjoy 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

Activity prices are typically lowest in June (around USD 17), roughly 78% below the priciest month in April; this cheapest month also aligns with the quieter season, so you may find both lower prices and lighter crowds. 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 some flexibility for short-notice trips; during July’s peak you may still want to book 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 = 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

Quick snapshot of Almaty and what draws visitors

Almaty’s top bookings are for tours, and the city’s visitor rhythm swings strongly through the year. Klook demand data shows a marked high season in July and much lighter demand around September, so experiences and local excursions dominate during summer months.

Best time to visit based on crowds and prices

Peak demand occurs in July while the quietest month in Klook bookings is September. Prices across the year vary: Klook data shows a mid‑spring spike in April and May and a notable low in June, so price and demand don’t move perfectly together—July is busiest but not the absolute priciest. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider June through September; for the full peak‑season atmosphere aim for July when tours and outdoor options are at their liveliest.

Tips for travellers from the United States

Most travellers from the United States using Klook tend to book about ten days in advance, with last‑minute bookings possible a day or two ahead and earlier planning stretching to around a month. If you’re travelling in July—Almaty’s busiest month—lock in must‑do tours earlier; for visits in June or September you can be more spontaneous. Use Klook to compare tour options and secure bookings that fit your schedule and budget.

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