The 7 Best Black Canyon Tours from Almaty

1.Kaindy and Kolsai lakes with Black Canyon 1 Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 51 reviews · 16 hours · from $48Our pick

Leave Almaty early for Black Canyon, then reach Kaindy Lake by UAZ van and Kolsai Lake by coach. You get an English or Russian-speaking guide, national park tickets, walks, and optional horse rides or boats. Guides such as Alina, Sayana, Zhan­na, and Rollan have earned strong praise for clear, friendly service.

“I had a long and unforgettable day, discovering magnificent places and meeting very kind people . Sayana, our guide, was very pleasant and professional and allowed us to fully enjoy the day. Dana was also very kind and attentive. Thank you both for this wonderful day!”

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2.One Day Private Kolsay Lake, Charyn and Black canyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · from $179

Leave Almaty at 5 a.m. for a private 10 to 11-hour trip to Kolsai Lake, Charyn Canyon, Moon Canyon, and Black Canyon. Guides such as Yernar, Denis, and Nurlan provide local insight, hotel pickup, transport, admission, and a traditional food lunch.

“Apart from the natural sights, both the driver and the guide had a polite and personalised approach and offered a lot of insights into local culture. I still remember the day we had our tour and it charges me with positive energy. 10/10”

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3.Kolsay Lakes, Kaindy Lake & Black Canyon 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 8 reviews · 16 hours · from $40Best value

Travel from Almaty to Black Canyon, Kolsay Lake, and Kaindy Lake on a 16-hour guided trip. You’ll walk by Kolsay’s turquoise water, ride a UAZ truck from Saty Village, and see Kaindy’s famous submerged forest. Guides speak English, Russian, and Kazakh.

“We got only two places and the last place black Canyon they left,they even never bothered to announce that they are leaving this place,other than this trip was fine”

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4.Kolsay, Kaindy Lakes and Black Canyon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $46Top rated

Leave Almaty for Black Canyon, then ride a UAZ vehicle from Saty village to the eerie submerged forest of Kaindy Lake. Finish at peaceful Kolsai Lake before returning to the city. Guides have included Artem, Bogdan, Sayana, and Nikita’s team, with group and private options available.

“Our 3 days private chartered tour in Almaty, Kazakhstan was fantastic!!! Thanks to our professional tour guide and driver, Artem and Bogdan. It was such a pleasure to meet them. They were knowledgeable, very respectful and helpful with plaRead more”

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5.2 Days Tour: Charyn Canyon & Black Canyon, Kaindy & Kolsay Lakes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Travel privately from Almaty with Vitaliy, also called Vitto, on a two-day nature trip to Kolsai Lake, Charyn Canyon and Kaindy Lake. Expect English and Russian guiding, pickup, included admission and a flexible pace for groups of up to three. Confirm how Black Canyon fits the schedule before booking.

“It was such a unique one day trip with Our tour guide Vitali. Absolutely professional and very helpful in making this trip most enjoyable and memorable. Thanks so much”

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6.Charyn Canyon and Black Canyon 1 Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $175

Travel from Almaty in a private, air-conditioned CUV to Charyn Canyon and Black Canyon. Expect an English-speaking guide, local bazaar, Kazakh lunch, bottled water, WiFi, and flexible pickup. The Charyn visit centers on the Valley of Castles, with time for walks and photos.

“I recently took the Charyn Canyon and Black Canyon 1-Day Private Tour, and it was truly an unforgettable experience! The journey from Almaty was smooth and comfortable, thanks to the spacious CUV and our friendly, knowledgeable guiRead more”

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7.Almaty 1-Day Tour: Kolsay, Kaindy & Charyn Black Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 16 hours · from $40

Travel from Almaty with an English-speaking guide to Charyn Canyon, Black Canyon, Kolsay Lake, and Kaindy Lake. The $40 tour includes transport, entrance and eco fees, plus a UAZ transfer at Kaindy. Recent departures have been praised for clear planning, kind driving, and strong value.

“We had an amazing 1-day Almaty tour and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Everything was well-organized from start to finish, thanks to Aruzhan who was very responsive, clear, and professional. The itinerary was perfectly planned, allowing us to enjoy the highlights without feeling rushed. A special shout-out to our driver Bauyrzhan who was not only skilled and safe but also incredibly kind and accommodating. He made the journey smooth and enjoyable, always smiling and even offering us ways to enjoy the trip. Overall, this tour exceeded our expectations. Almaty’s beauty combined with such excellent service made this a truly memorable day. Highly recommended! 🌄✨”

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