{"id":20516,"date":"2025-07-01T11:48:20","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T14:48:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/?p=20516"},"modified":"2026-04-20T11:18:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:18:30","slug":"como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/","title":{"rendered":"How to visit Kaindy and Kolsai lakes and Charyn Canyon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"translation-block\">There are many advantages to basing yourself in Almaty, and one of the best is the chance to visit some of Kazakhstan's most spectacular landscapes without going too far. During my stay in the city, I decided to take a <strong>two-day tour<\/strong> to visit three places that I had already seen in photos and that had me excited: <strong>Kaindy Lake<\/strong>, the <strong>Kolsai Lakes<\/strong> and the impressive <strong>Charyn Canyon<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In this post, I'll tell you what the tour was like, what it includes, how accessible it is to do on your own, and why I think this circuit is a must-do if you're traveling through Kazakhstan.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1148\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_lago_kandy00-opt-1148x800.webp\" alt=\"Lago Kolsai - Kazajist\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-38231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_lago_kandy00-opt-1148x800.webp 1148w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_lago_kandy00-opt-574x400.webp 574w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_lago_kandy00-opt-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_lago_kandy00-opt-600x418.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/blog_lago_kandy00-opt.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1148px) 100vw, 1148px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kolsai Lake \u2013 Kazakhstan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fcac5f4838c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69fcac5f4838c\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%A7%AD_%C2%BFSe_puede_visitar_Kaindy_Kolsai_y_Charyn_por_tu_cuenta\" >\ud83e\udded Can you visit Kaindy, Kolsai, and Charyn on your own?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%8E%92_%C2%BFPor_que_elegi_visitar_los_lagos_Kaindy_Kolsai_y_el_Canon_Charyn_con_un_tour\" >\ud83c\udf92 Why did I choose to visit Kaindy Lake, Kolsai Lake, and Charyn Canyon with a tour?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%E2%8F%B1%EF%B8%8F_%C2%BFCuanto_dura_el_tour_%C2%BFPor_que_recomiendo_2_noches\" >\u23f1\ufe0f How long is the tour? Why do I recommend 2 nights?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%9A%90_%C2%BFCon_que_empresa_hice_el_tour_que_visita_Kaindy_Kolsai_y_el_Canon_de_Charyn\" >\ud83d\ude90 Which company did I take for the tour that visits Kaindy, Kolsai, and Charyn Canyon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#Otras_opciones_para_hacer_un_tour_de_1_o_2_dias\" >Other options for a 1 or 2 day tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_%C2%BFComo_es_el_tour_para_visitar_Kaindy_Kolsai_y_el_Canon_Charyn\" >\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f What is the tour like to visit Kaindy, Kolsai and Charyn Canyon?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%8C%B2_Lago_Kaindy_un_bosque_sumergido_y_un_paisaje_unico\" >\ud83c\udf32 Kaindy Lake: a submerged forest and a unique landscape<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%8D%BD%EF%B8%8F_Almuerzo_y_visita_al_Lago_Kolsai\" >\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Lunch and visit to Kolsai Lake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%8C%B2_Lago_Kolsai_un_espejo_rodeado_de_pinos\" >\ud83c\udf32 Kolsai Lake: a mirror surrounded by pine trees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%94%A5_Fogon_y_noche_de_baile_compartir_el_viaje\" >\ud83d\udd25 Bonfire and Dance Night: Sharing the Ride<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%8F%9C%EF%B8%8F_Segundo_dia_canones_paisajes_y_final_de_ruta\" >\ud83c\udfdc\ufe0f Day 2: Canyons, Landscapes, and the End of the Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%8F%9E%EF%B8%8F_Canon_de_Charyn_el_%E2%80%9Chermano_menor%E2%80%9D_del_Gran_Canon\" >\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f Charyn Canyon: the Grand Canyon's \"little brother\"<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%F0%9F%9A%90_Regreso_a_Almaty_y_despedida_del_grupo\" >\ud83d\ude90 Return to Almaty and farewell to the group<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#Video_de_los_lagos_Kaindy_Kolsay_y_el_Canon_Charyn\" >Video of Kaindy, Kolsay lakes and Charyn Canyon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%E2%9C%85_Conclusion_un_tour_que_vale_la_pena\" >\u2705 Conclusion: A worthwhile tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#Preguntas_frecuentes\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFDonde_estan_los_Lagos_Kolsai_el_Lago_Kaindy_y_el_Canon_de_Charyn\" >Where are Kolsai Lakes, Kaindy Lake, and Charyn Canyon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFSe_pueden_visitar_los_tres_lugares_en_un_solo_dia\" >Is it possible to visit all three places in a single day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFCual_es_la_mejor_epoca_para_visitar_los_Lagos_Kolsai_y_Kaindy\" >What is the best time to visit Lakes Kolsai and Kaindy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFHace_falta_guia_para_visitar_Kaindy_y_Kolsai\" >Do you need a guide to visit Kaindy and Kolsai?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFComo_es_el_acceso_al_Lago_Kaindy\" >How is access to Lake Kaindy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFSe_puede_nadar_en_los_lagos\" >Is it possible to swim in the lakes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFQue_tan_exigente_es_la_visita_al_Canon_de_Charyn\" >How demanding is the visit to Charyn Canyon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFHay_servicios_y_alojamiento_en_la_zona\" >Are there services and accommodation in the area?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/como-visitar-los-lagos-kaindy-kolsai-y-el-canon-charyn\/#%C2%BFVale_la_pena_incluir_estos_lugares_en_un_viaje_por_Kazajistan\" >Are these places worth including in a trip to Kazakhstan?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%A7%AD_%C2%BFSe_puede_visitar_Kaindy_Kolsai_y_Charyn_por_tu_cuenta\"><\/span>\ud83e\udded Can you visit Kaindy, Kolsai, and Charyn on your own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Yes,  <strong>it is possible to do the Kaindy, Kolsai, and Charyn Canyon circuit without a tour <\/strong>, but you'll need to be prepared to organize several details on your own. The main complication is  <strong>transportation <\/strong>, as the lakes and canyons are in rural areas with no direct public transportation and are separated by significant distances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most common way is to <strong>rent a car in Almaty<\/strong> and do the route in several days, sleeping in the town of <strong>Satty<\/strong>, which is the base point for Kaindy and Kolsai. From there, you can negotiate with locals for 4x4 transfers to the lakes (especially Kaindy, which has a difficult road). To visit the Charyn Canyon, you can do so on the first or last day of the trip, as it is closer to Almaty and can be accessed via a paved road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another option is to coordinate with other travelers and <strong>share a car or hire a private driver<\/strong>. It's not always cheaper than an organized tour, but it does give you the advantage of <strong>managing your time<\/strong> and avoiding rushing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/asia\/guia-para-viajar-a-kazajistan-por-tu-cuenta\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_almaty00-1200x675.jpg\" alt=\"Lago Almaty - Kazajist\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-18215 size-medium\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_almaty00-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_almaty00-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_almaty00-600x337.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_almaty00-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_almaty00-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_almaty00.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/asia\/guia-para-viajar-a-kazajistan-por-tu-cuenta\/\">If you're looking for information on traveling to Kazakhstan on your own, don't miss the travel guide I wrote, which is perfect for planning everything before your arrival.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8E%92_%C2%BFPor_que_elegi_visitar_los_lagos_Kaindy_Kolsai_y_el_Canon_Charyn_con_un_tour\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf92 Why did I choose to visit Kaindy Lake, Kolsai Lake, and Charyn Canyon with a tour?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although I usually travel on my own, in this case I <strong>chose to do it with an organized tour<\/strong>. Traveling alone, and considering the costs of private transportation and accommodation, it almost made sense to take the tour I found. Plus, it saved me the logistics of coordinating transfers, hitchhiking, or navigating difficult stretches, especially to get to Kaindy.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy09.jpg\" alt=\"La visita al Lago Kaidy es uno de los pilares del tour\" class=\"wp-image-20957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy09.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy09-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy09-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy09-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The visit to Lake Kaidy is one of the pillars of the tour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another advantage is that the tour <strong>optimizes your time<\/strong>: in just two and a half days, you can see three incredible places without having to worry about routes, schedules, or where to sleep. Of course, it <strong>does feel rushed at times<\/strong>, especially in places like Charyn Canyon, where you'll want to explore more slowly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But what really rounded out the experience was the <strong>people I met during the tour<\/strong>. Sharing walks, meals, and a night around the campfire quickly created bonds. I even ran into some of them again in Almaty, and we shared other outings around the city. Sometimes, unplanned group travel also has its magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-por-kazajistan\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1148\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy00-1148x800.jpg\" alt=\"Lago Kolsai - Kazajist\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-18285 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy00-1148x800.jpg 1148w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy00-800x558.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy00-574x400.jpg 574w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy00-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy00-600x418.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy00.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1148px) 100vw, 1148px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-por-kazajistan\/\">You might be interested in learning more about the other places I visited in Kazakhstan during my two-week itinerary around the country.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%8F%B1%EF%B8%8F_%C2%BFCuanto_dura_el_tour_%C2%BFPor_que_recomiendo_2_noches\"><\/span>\u23f1\ufe0f How long is the tour? Why do I recommend 2 nights?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In my case, I did the tour in <strong>2 days and 2 nights<\/strong>, and it seemed like the best decision. We slept two nights in <strong>Satty<\/strong>, the base town for visiting Kaindy and Kolsai, which made the whole tour a little more relaxing than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Many tours offer the same circuit in just <strong>2 days and 1 night<\/strong>, at almost the same price, but that means running from one place to another. You waste time on transfers, spend less time at each stop, and end up paying more attention to the clock than the scenery. With 2 nights, on the other hand, you have time to enjoy the lake at a leisurely pace, walk a little more, take photos without rushing, and connect with the surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n    <script async defer src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/dist\/pa.umd.production.min.js\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\"><\/script>\r\n    <div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" \r\n                                   data-gyg-tour-id=\"702822\"\r\n                 data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\"\r\n        data-gyg-currency=\"USD\"\r\n        data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" \r\n        data-gyg-number-of-items=\"3\" \r\n        data-gyg-cmp=\"kaindy-kolsai\" \r\n        data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\">\r\n            <span>Powered by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/almaty-l1414\/\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9A%90_%C2%BFCon_que_empresa_hice_el_tour_que_visita_Kaindy_Kolsai_y_el_Canon_de_Charyn\"><\/span>\ud83d\ude90 Which company did I take for the tour that visits Kaindy, Kolsai, and Charyn Canyon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A friend had recommended the agency K.K. Tour. They offer several tours from Almaty, and I chose the <strong>2 days and 2 nights<\/strong> tour with them, which includes a visit to <strong>Kaindy, Kolsai and the Charyn Canyon<\/strong>. The package included <strong>2 breakfasts, 1 dinner, accommodation and transfers<\/strong> (I don't know what the price is now, but they used to be competitive).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Before booking, I decided to visit their Almaty office to pay in person and meet them, and it gave me confidence to see that it was a reputable agency. They delivered on everything they promised: the itinerary, accommodations, meals, and timing. The only negative point I can point out is that the group coordinator only spoke Russian and Kazakh, so at times I struggled to understand what he was explaining and had to ask other travelers to help me translate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Beyond that, the overall experience was good. <strong>They fulfilled everything agreed upon, and I can recommend them<\/strong>, especially if you're looking for an affordable and well-organized option to explore these places.<\/p>\n\n\n    <script async defer src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/dist\/pa.umd.production.min.js\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\"><\/script>\r\n    <div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/availability.frame\" \r\n                                   data-gyg-tour-id=\"810106\"\r\n                 data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\"\r\n        data-gyg-currency=\"USD\"\r\n        data-gyg-widget=\"availability\" \r\n        data-gyg-number-of-items=\"3\" \r\n        data-gyg-cmp=\"kaindy-kolsai\" \r\n        data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\">\r\n            <span>Powered by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/almaty-l1414\/\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Otras_opciones_para_hacer_un_tour_de_1_o_2_dias\"><\/span>Other options for a 1 or 2 day tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n    <script async defer src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/dist\/pa.umd.production.min.js\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\"><\/script>\r\n    <div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame\" \r\n                          data-gyg-tour-ids=\"565634,702822,489855\"\r\n                          data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\"\r\n        data-gyg-currency=\"USD\"\r\n        data-gyg-widget=\"activities\" \r\n        data-gyg-number-of-items=\"3\" \r\n        data-gyg-cmp=\"kaindy-kolsai\" \r\n        data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\">\r\n            <span>Powered by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/almaty-l1414\/\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/banner-divisorio-kazajistan-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_%C2%BFComo_es_el_tour_para_visitar_Kaindy_Kolsai_y_el_Canon_Charyn\"><\/span>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f What is the tour like to visit Kaindy, Kolsai and Charyn Canyon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The tour starts in Almaty at night, when you'll be picked up at the agreed-upon meeting point (in my case, a central station). From there, we'll take a bus to the village of Satty, located near Lake Kaindy. The night trip saves time and helps you make the most of the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/almaty-naturaleza-cultura-y-vida-urbana-en-una-de-mis-ciudades-favoritas-del-mundo\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_almaty08.jpg\" alt=\"Edificios Modernos en Almaty - Kazajist\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-18224 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_almaty08.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_almaty08-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_almaty08-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_almaty08-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/almaty-naturaleza-cultura-y-vida-urbana-en-una-de-mis-ciudades-favoritas-del-mundo\/\">What to do in Almaty, one of my favorite cities in the world.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">We arrived at a <strong>homestay adapted for travelers<\/strong>, where we spent the first night. It's basic but comfortable accommodation, with a couple of shared rooms and a bathroom. The next day, after a hearty homemade breakfast, we set off on our first excursion: a visit to <strong>Kaindy Lake<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B2_Lago_Kaindy_un_bosque_sumergido_y_un_paisaje_unico\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf32 Kaindy Lake: a submerged forest and a unique landscape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Kaindy Lake<\/strong> is, without a doubt, one of the most striking landscapes in Kazakhstan. What makes it so special is that, unlike other mountain lakes, here you don't just find crystal-clear water surrounded by nature... there are also <strong>submerged trees emerging from the bottom<\/strong>. It looks like a sunken forest, as if time had stopped underwater.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy02.jpg\" alt=\"Vista desde arriba al Lago Kaindy\" class=\"wp-image-20941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy02.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy02-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy02-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy02-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View from above to Lake Kaindy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This phenomenon was caused by an earthquake in 1911, which triggered a landslide and formed a natural dam. The valley filled with water, and the fir forest that once stood there was partially covered. Over time, the trunks were surprisingly well preserved thanks to the water's temperature, and they remain there today, protruding from the emerald-green lagoon.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy01-1200x675.jpg\" alt=\"Bosque sumergido en el Lago Kaindy\" class=\"wp-image-18294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy01-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy01-600x337.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy01-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy01-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy01-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_lago_kandy01.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Submerged forest in Lake Kaindy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>transparency of the lake<\/strong> is another impressive detail. On sunny days, you can see the bottom and the entire trunks, as if you were looking through glass. It's a place that exudes peace, surrounded by mountains and silence.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy04-450x800.jpg\" alt=\"El agua clara del Lago Kaindy\" class=\"wp-image-20939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy04-450x800.jpg 450w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy04-225x400.jpg 225w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy04-7x12.jpg 7w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy04.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The clear water of Lake Kaindy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You'll have about 3 hours to explore the lake, enough time to walk back and forth from the parking lot, take photos, explore the surroundings, or even go horseback riding if you want to see the lake from other angles. The setting is very peaceful, ideal for enjoying at your own pace. For those who enjoy photography or simply unique landscapes, <strong>Kaindy is a must-see<\/strong> on any visit to the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8D%BD%EF%B8%8F_Almuerzo_y_visita_al_Lago_Kolsai\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Lunch and visit to Kolsai Lake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After visiting Kaindy Lake, the tour continues with a lunch stop at a <strong>simple inn in a nearby village<\/strong>. The food is typical of the area, homemade and hearty, ideal for recharging after the morning hike (this is not included in the tour). After lunch, we headed to <strong>Kolsai Lake<\/strong>, which is a short drive away.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy07.jpg\" alt=\"Mezquita del pueblo donde se para a almorzar\" class=\"wp-image-20942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy07.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy07-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy07-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy07-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Village mosque where you stop for lunch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B2_Lago_Kolsai_un_espejo_rodeado_de_pinos\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf32 Kolsai Lake: a mirror surrounded by pine trees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Kolsai Lake is actually part of a <strong>three-tiered lake system<\/strong>, but most tours (like this one) visit the first one, which is the most accessible and well-known. It sits at about 1,800 meters above sea level, surrounded by pine forests and mountains, giving it a very peaceful and photogenic atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy06.jpg\" alt=\"Tour de visita al Lago Kolsai\" class=\"wp-image-20947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy06.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy06-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy06-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy06-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kolsai Lake Visit Tour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You also have another <strong>3 hours<\/strong> to explore the surroundings at your own pace. There's a well-marked trail that runs along the lake, which you can follow at leisure to enjoy panoramic views from different angles.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy05.jpg\" alt=\"Vista Panor\u00e1mica del Lago Kolsai\" class=\"wp-image-20944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy05.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy05-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy05-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy05-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Panoramic View of Kolsai Lake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The water ranges in color from blue to deep green, depending on the weather and time of day, and the natural setting is perfect for unwinding. While swimming is possible, the water is often quite cold even in summer, so most people choose to simply <strong>walk, take photos, or take a boat ride<\/strong>. It's one of the most beautiful spots in the region and a great way to end a day filled with stunning scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy03.jpg\" alt=\"Belleza de paisaje en el Lago Kolsai\" class=\"wp-image-20945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy03.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy03-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy03-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_lago_kandy03-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beautiful landscape at Kolsai Lake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%94%A5_Fogon_y_noche_de_baile_compartir_el_viaje\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd25 Bonfire and Dance Night: Sharing the Ride<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After a long day among lakes and mountains, we returned to the <strong>inn in Satty<\/strong> for dinner. The food, again homemade, was simple but satisfying, but the most entertaining part came later: they set up an <strong>outdoor bonfire<\/strong>, and there was no shortage of music. A small, very relaxed <strong>dance night<\/strong> ensued, where all of us on the tour ended up chatting, laughing, and sharing the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It was a nice opportunity to <strong>connect with other travelers<\/strong>. In my case, I met people from <strong>China and also Kazakhs<\/strong> who were traveling around their own country. Those nights, with the fire lit, the sky full of stars, and people from different parts of the world, are what make a tour stop being just a tourist trip and become an experience to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%9C%EF%B8%8F_Segundo_dia_canones_paisajes_y_final_de_ruta\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfdc\ufe0f Day 2: Canyons, Landscapes, and the End of the Route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After breakfast at the inn, the second day of the tour begins, focusing on a visit to the <strong>canyons of southeastern Kazakhstan<\/strong>. The first stop is the so-called <strong>Black Canyon<\/strong>, a curious formation where the earth and rocks have a dark hue that distinguishes it from the rest. It's a short stop, about <strong>30 to 40 minutes<\/strong>, ideal for taking some photos and stretching your legs before continuing on to visit the day's big attraction: the <strong>Charyn Canyon<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion09.jpg\" alt=\"Parada en el Ca\u00f1\u00f3n Negro\" class=\"wp-image-20949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion09.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion09-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion09-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion09-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stop at the Black Canyon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%9E%EF%B8%8F_Canon_de_Charyn_el_%E2%80%9Chermano_menor%E2%80%9D_del_Gran_Canon\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f Charyn Canyon: the Grand Canyon's \"little brother\"<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Charyn Canyon is one of Kazakhstan's most spectacular landscapes, often compared to the Grand Canyon in the United States, albeit on a smaller scale. It is about 90 kilometers long, and the most famous formations are in the section known as the Valley of the Castles, due to the rock formations that look like natural fortresses carved by wind and water.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion02.jpg\" alt=\"Ca\u00f1\u00f3n Charyn visto desde arriba\" class=\"wp-image-20950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion02.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion02-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion02-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion02-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charyn Canyon seen from above<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The views are incredible, especially from the upper ridges, but it's also worth descending into the valley below and walking among the reddish walls. The main trail is about 2 kilometers long to the Charyn River, where there is a small rest area. If you have time, you can easily walk there and back, although the heat can be intense depending on the season.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion06.jpg\" alt=\"Caminando por el sendero dentro del Ca\u00f1\u00f3n Charyn\" class=\"wp-image-20953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion06.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion06-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion06-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion06-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Walking along the trail inside Charyn Canyon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You're given <strong>a couple of hours to explore it<\/strong>, which sounds good, but in practice, <strong>falls short if you want to explore it leisurely<\/strong>. Since the canyon can be explored from both below and above, following the edges for panoramic views, doing both is almost impossible, so you'll have to plan well or simply choose one of the routes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion03.jpg\" alt=\"Tour por el Ca\u00f1\u00f3n Charyn\" class=\"wp-image-20955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion03.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion03-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion03-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/blog_canion03-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charyn Canyon Tour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Even though the tour doesn't offer enough time to explore everything at leisure, the place is still a must-see. It's a place that leaves you wanting to return on your own and explore it more thoroughly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9A%90_Regreso_a_Almaty_y_despedida_del_grupo\"><\/span>\ud83d\ude90 Return to Almaty and farewell to the group<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After touring the Charyn Canyon, the return trip to Almaty begins, taking a few hours by road. The return trip is made more enjoyable by spending time with the people you met, looking at photos, or simply enjoying the scenery from the window, which changes from canyons to valleys, and then to more urban areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">We arrived in the city at dusk, and it was time to say goodbye. By this point in the tour, a certain connection had been formed with the group: those with whom you shared walks, meals, and occasional conversations around the campfire. In my case, it was one of those experiences that leaves fond memories and some new contacts for future trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_de_los_lagos_Kaindy_Kolsay_y_el_Canon_Charyn\"><\/span>Video of Kaindy, Kolsay lakes and Charyn Canyon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Tour al Lago kandii, Kolsay y el Ca\u00f1on Charyn en Kazajist\u00e1n  #travelguide\" width=\"540\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MaDR5HQXyeY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9C%85_Conclusion_un_tour_que_vale_la_pena\"><\/span>\u2705 Conclusion: A worthwhile tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you're spending several days in Almaty, this tour is something I highly recommend. In just two days, you'll explore some of Kazakhstan's most beautiful landscapes: mountain lakes, vast canyons, and verdant valleys.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_canion01.jpg\" alt=\"Ca\u00f1\u00f3n de Charyn\" class=\"wp-image-18290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_canion01.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_canion01-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_canion01-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/blog_canion01-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charyn Canyon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In addition to the sites, it's an opportunity to <strong>meet other travelers or locals<\/strong>, share stories, and create bonds that sometimes continue after the tour. It was one of my most enjoyable experiences in the entire country. Spectacular scenery, a good atmosphere, and the peace of mind of having everything taken care of: a perfect combination to make the most of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/453899033_400616815928004_4923476716289381530_n-450x800.jpg\" alt=\"Gente que conoc\u00ed en Almaty\" class=\"wp-image-18476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/453899033_400616815928004_4923476716289381530_n-450x800.jpg 450w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/453899033_400616815928004_4923476716289381530_n-225x400.jpg 225w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/453899033_400616815928004_4923476716289381530_n-7x12.jpg 7w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/453899033_400616815928004_4923476716289381530_n.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">People I met on the tour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preguntas_frecuentes\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFDonde_estan_los_Lagos_Kolsai_el_Lago_Kaindy_y_el_Canon_de_Charyn\"><\/span>Where are Kolsai Lakes, Kaindy Lake, and Charyn Canyon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>They are located in southeastern Kazakhstan, about four or five hours by road from Almaty. Because of their proximity, they are often visited on the same trip and are one of the most popular nature day trips from the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFSe_pueden_visitar_los_tres_lugares_en_un_solo_dia\"><\/span>Is it possible to visit all three places in a single day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It's possible, but not recommended. The journey becomes very long and rushed, so ideally you should spend at least one night in the Kolsai area or in the village of Saty to explore Kaindy and Charyn Canyon at a more leisurely pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFCual_es_la_mejor_epoca_para_visitar_los_Lagos_Kolsai_y_Kaindy\"><\/span>What is the best time to visit Lakes Kolsai and Kaindy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to visit is from May to September, when access is open and the weather is more stable. In winter, Lake Kaindy often freezes over and some roads can become difficult to travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFHace_falta_guia_para_visitar_Kaindy_y_Kolsai\"><\/span>Do you need a guide to visit Kaindy and Kolsai?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It's not mandatory, but it can be helpful. Access to Kaindy includes stretches of gravel road and in some cases is only possible with 4x4 vehicles, so many travelers opt for organized tours or local transport from Saty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFComo_es_el_acceso_al_Lago_Kaindy\"><\/span>How is access to Lake Kaindy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The final stretch is completed on foot or horseback from the vehicle arrival point. The trail is short and easy, although comfortable shoes and a jacket are recommended, even in summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFSe_puede_nadar_en_los_lagos\"><\/span>Is it possible to swim in the lakes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is unusual, as the water is very cold year-round. The visit focuses more on walking, taking photos, and enjoying the natural surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_tan_exigente_es_la_visita_al_Canon_de_Charyn\"><\/span>How demanding is the visit to Charyn Canyon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The hike inside the canyon is easy and requires no prior experience. It can get very hot in the summer, so it's best to go early in the morning or at sunset and bring plenty of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFHay_servicios_y_alojamiento_en_la_zona\"><\/span>Are there services and accommodation in the area?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Kolsai area and in the village of Saty there are guesthouses and simple restaurants, while in Kaindy and Charyn Canyon services are very limited, so it's best to come prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFVale_la_pena_incluir_estos_lugares_en_un_viaje_por_Kazajistan\"><\/span>Are these places worth including in a trip to Kazakhstan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, absolutely. The Kolsai Lakes, Lake Kaindy, and the Charyn Canyon showcase a very different side of the country and are a perfect natural addition to a trip through Central Asia.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Based in Almaty has many advantages, and one of the best is the opportunity to visit some of Kazakhstan's most spectacular landscapes without going too far. 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