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Epic One-Day Adventure to Charyn Canyon from Almaty

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Charyn Canyon Visitor Center, Улица Садыра Палуана, Чарын, Казахстан

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Duration:
13 Hours
Group Size:
20 persons
Location:
Almaty
Tour Type:
Wildlife Tour

Overview

🌄 Ready to have your mind blown? Welcome to the majestic Charyn Canyon adventure!

(AKA Central Asia’s Grand Canyon, just with fewer tourists and more hidden surprises.)

Prepare to be amazed as you explore dramatic cliffs, wander secret trails, and snap envy-inducing photos at breathtaking viewpoints. We’re talking spots most visitors never even hear about—perfect for your inner explorer (and your Instagram).

✨ Why travelers absolutely love this tour:

 • ✔️ Exclusive Hidden Gems – Secret locations beyond the famous Valley of Castles (shh… your friends don’t need to know how you found them).

 • ✔️ Ultimate Comfort & Safety – Travel in spacious, comfy SUVs driven by guides who know the roads (and the best jokes).

 • ✔️ Year-Round Availability – Flexible scheduling because epic adventures shouldn’t wait for “good weather.”

 • ✔️ Picture-Perfect Memories – Jaw-dropping views, hand-picked for maximum likes.

What’s included (we’ve thought of everything):

 • 🚙 Comfy SUV transfers (space for legs, gear, snacks—and occasional bad singing)

 • 🙋 English-speaking guide-driver (local insights, great stories, even better playlists)

 • 💧 1.5 liters bottled water per person (hydration = happiness!)

 • 🎟️ Entrance tickets to Charyn National Park (no hidden fees, just hidden trails)

 • 📍 All advertised excursion locations (no shortcuts—except the secret ones!)

Trip details for peace of mind (and bragging rights!):

 • 🛣️ Distance covered: Roughly 400 km of awe-inspiring scenery and perfect selfie opportunities.

 • 🛡️ Safety first: Professional drivers, well-maintained vehicles, and strict safety protocols—because adventures should be epic, not stressful.

Book now and explore Charyn Canyon before it becomes a viral trend!

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Included/Excluded

Services of English-speaking guide-driver
Comfortable SUV
1.5 liters of bottled water
Entrance tickets to the national park
All declared excursion locations
food, personal expenses, insurance.

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Itinerary

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Tour program
🕢 07:30 – Departure from Almaty, transfer from your address.
☕ 09:15 – Stop in the village of Chilik (snack, coffee).
🏞 10:30 – Arrival in the Valley of Castles, trekking (2.5 km) to the Charyn River.
📸 11:30 – Ascent to a panoramic point with a stunning view of the canyon.
🚙 13:00 – Trip to the right bank of Charyn (15 km off-road).
🌙 13:30 – Stop at the Moon Canyon, photo session, lunch picnic.
🏔 15:15 – Visit to the panoramic point Kamennaya Polka.
⛰ 16:00 – Excursion to the "Napoleon" location (find out why it is named that way 😉).
🌄 16:30 – The last point of the route is the Austrian View observation deck.
🚗 17:00 – The way back to Almaty.
🕗 20:00 – Arrival in the city.
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Valley of Castles
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Moon Canyon
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Charyn Canyon

FAQs about
Epic One-Day Adventure to Charyn Canyon from Almaty

🍽 Where to eat?

You can take lunch with you or order it from the Tary cafe (average bill - 15-18 USD).

🎒 What to take with you?

👒 Headwear and sunglasses 👟 Comfortable shoes for trekking 🧴 Sunscreen

🐾 Pets

Can be taken with you (additional charge 10 USD)

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