Almaty - Kolay Lakes
About this tour
Almaty-Altyn Emel- Charyn-Kolsay lakes
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Almaty, Kazakhstan to Altyn Emel National Park, Алматы, Kazakhstan
08.00 Breakfast at hotel 09.00 start to Altyn emel A height of Singing dune is 120 meters and a length of about 3 km, located in one of the corners of the Altyn-Emel National Park. This sandy hill consists of very fine pure sand, which starts to "sing" in windy weather and its sound reminds the organ music. Before a sandy storm the dune sounds like a drum. From the top of the Dune you can observe the grand panorama of the surroundings. In the south - thin strip of the Ili River is visible as well as purple mountains of Sogety and Boguty, looking out from the white peaks of the Ketmen ridge. If the weather is dry and windy, the sand-dune will "sing" you its song, which could be heard as far as several kilometer08.00 Breakfast at hotel 09.00 start to Altyn emel A height of Singing dune is 120 meters and a length of about 3 km, located in one of the corners of the Altyn-Emel National Park. This sandy hill consists of very fine pure sand, which starts to "sing" in windy weather and its sound reminds the organ music. Before a sandy storm the dune sounds like a drum. From the top of the Dune you can observe the grand panorama of the surroundings. In the south - thin strip of the Ili River is visible as well as purple mountains of Sogety and Boguty, looking out from the white peaks of the Ketmen ridge. If the weather is dry and windy, the sand-dune will "sing" you its song, which could be heard as far as several kilometers... 12.00 at the dune, we preparing lunch boxes for you 17.00 come back at hotel in Altyn emel
Day 2: Altyn Emel National Park, Алматы, Kazakhstan
08.00-08.45 Breakfast at the guest house. 08.45 -14.30 Departure to the chalk mountains Aktau - a unique natural monument, which is part of the Altyn-Emel National Park. The multi-colored hills, formed from bluish-gray sandstone and red clay, interspersed with yellow and pink carnelian, jasper and white quartz, resemble a layer cake. Trekking to the observation deck. Further transfer to the Katutau Mountains (Severe mountains) - very ancient destroyed mountains with preserved volcanic rocks. The rock is very fragile and degrades upon physical impact. Water, time and wind are carved into the rock of intricate figures. Sedimentary rocks of the bottom of the ancient Tethys ocean have been preserved here. From the influence of environmental factors, it took the form of intricate figures and landscapes. 14.30 15.30 Return to the guest house. Dinner. 15.30-16.30 Free time
Day 3: Altyn Emel National Park, Алматы, Kazakhstan to Charyn Canyon National Park, Tamerlik, Kazakhstan
08.00 - 08.45 Breakfast at the guest house. Eviction. 09.00 Departure to the Valley of Castles. 12.00 - 14.00 Descent on foot to the Canyon. The Charyn Canyon is a natural complex, unique in its kind not only in Kazakhstan, but throughout the world. It was formed during the Paleogene and resembles the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River in North America, although it is smaller in size. The height of the steep slopes of the canyon reaches 150-300 meters. The extraordinary section of the terrain is striking: numerous gorges form a dense chaotic network. Wind and water have created a beautiful "Valley of Castles", where you are always surrounded by quaint towers made of sedimentary rocks. The valley is over 2 km long and 20-80 meters wide. Over millions of years, nature has created unique architecture, carefully and slowly building magnificent castles. You can walk for hours among the strange towers and columns. 14.00 tart to Kolsay lake 16.30 At Kolsay Lake 1 Kolsai Lakes - "Pearls of the Northern Tien-Shan" - represent a cascade of three lakes. The largest lake is accessible for all visitors. It is the most beautiful lake, having a lack of civilization and the abundance of mushrooms. Horse lovers can order horseback tour to this place. The highest lake is small. It is located on the border of fir-wood and the alpine meadows and amazes by its harsh alpine beauty, as well as the rich flora and fauna. Vertical drop between the three lakes is about 700 meters. The lowest lake can be reached by car. The water in the lakes is cold and clean and is home for the rainbow trout - a fish that lives only in the running or spring water. 19.00 dinner at Guest house, overnight
Day 4: Kolsai Lake, Kazakhstan to Kaindy Lake, Saty, Kazakhstan
09.00 breakfast 08:00. Transfer to Kaindy lake. Sightseeing at Kaindy Lake. Kaindy Lake is situated among magnificent pine forest at an altitude of 2000 meters above sea level and is famous for its origin. It was formed in 1911 due to the powerful earthquake that triggered the landslide blocked the valley by the natural dam, and the water has flooded the valley. The water of the lake is very cold, that is why the needles of the flooded trees are well preserved and clearly visible through the transparent surface of the water, and dry stems of fir trees overlook the water surface, like the masts of the submarine squadron. It is impossible to describe in words all this mystical splendor of the lake – it is necessary to go there and see everything with own eyes. 15.00 lunch at hotel 16.00 come back to Almaty 20.30 in Almaty
What's included
• Transfer • 3 nights accommodation in a guest house. • Entrance fees to all visited places according to the program • Transport service according to the program • Guide • Water 1 l / day per person. • Meals: (breakfasts, dinners, lunch)
• International air travel • Personal expenses • Accommodation in SGL •Alcohol •Insurance
What to know
This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
Almaty, Kazakhstan to Altyn Emel National Park, Алматы, Kazakhstan