Day 1

07:00–07:30 – Preparation for departure
07:30–12:30 – Transfer to the Kolsai Lakes
12:30–13:30 – Walk along the shore of Kolsai Lake
13:30–13:50 – Drive to Saty village
13:50–14:50 – Check-in at a guesthouse or hotel. Lunch at the guesthouse
14:50–15:00 – Transfer to the UAZ boarding point
15:00–15:30 – UAZ ride to the birch grove
15:30–16:15 – Hike to Kaindy Lake
(Horseback riding or eco-taxi available for an extra fee)
16:15–17:15 – Explore the area and visit the viewpoint
17:15–18:00 – Return to the birch grove
(Descent by eco-taxi or horseback riding available for an extra fee)
18:00–18:30 – Drive back to Saty village

Day 2

08:30–09:30 – Breakfast at the guesthouse
09:30–11:00 – Transfer to the Black Canyon
11:00–11:15 – Photo stop at the viewpoint
11:15–12:30 – Visit to the Kurtogay Canyon
12:30–13:30 – Transfer to the “Valley of Castles” Canyon
13:30–16:00 – Walking tour through the canyon (2.5 km one way)
16:00–19:30 – Return to Almaty

Included in the price:

• Transportation along the entire route
• Accommodation in a guesthouse
• Breakfast and lunch
• UAZ transfer to the lower parking area (round trip)
• National Park entrance fees
• Snacks near the canyons
• Guide services