Adventure holidays

Almaty Mountains & Lakes

Almaty, the Shymbulak gondola, Big Almaty Lake, Charyn Canyon and the turquoise Kolsai and Kaindy lakes.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inAlmaty
RouteAlmaty
Places1 destination
CountryKazakhstan
Ideal forAdventure holidays, Couples' holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-VUS8KE

Best time to visit: May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow

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Shymbulak – Almaty

Trip overview

Almaty, the Shymbulak gondola, Big Almaty Lake, Charyn Canyon and the turquoise Kolsai and Kaindy lakes.

The route spends 5 nights in Almaty, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits adventure holidays and couples' holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Almaty 5N

Highlights

Big Almaty LakeShymbulakCharyn Canyon

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Almaty

Arrive via Almaty International Airport (ALA) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Charyn Canyon: Red-rock canyon, often compared to the Grand Canyon

Day 2Almaty: Day trip to Charyn Canyon and Skiing (December to March)

Day trip to Charyn Canyon
Skiing (December to March)

Day 3Almaty: Big Almaty Lake and Kolsai and Kaindy lakes

Big Almaty Lake: Turquoise mountain lake above the city
Kolsai and Kaindy lakes: Alpine lakes, one with a sunken forest

Day 4Almaty: Kok Tobe and Medeu

Kok Tobe: Hilltop park with city views by cable car
Medeu: High-altitude skating rink

Day 5Almaty: Panfilov Park and Gondola to Shymbulak

Panfilov Park: Park with the wooden Ascension Cathedral
Gondola to Shymbulak

Day 6Depart from Almaty

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Almaty International Airport (ALA) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Activities booked with licensed, insured operators
Fitness level and experience checked before we confirm each activity
Weather and season buffers built in for outdoor days
Travel insurance covering the activities strongly recommended
A relaxed pace with two-night stays where possible

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Almaty: Plan an overnight near Kolsai rather than doing the lakes and canyon in one long day.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Almaty
Ideal for: Adventure holidays, Couples' holidays
Best time: May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-VUS8KE

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Almaty: May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Almaty (Almaty International Airport (ALA), with direct flights from Delhi). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.