Almaty
🗓 2 daysMountain-backed cultural capital.
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Beyond Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes
Alpine lakes and a sunken forest.
Alpine lakes and a sunken forest. Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes is one of the highlights of any trip to Kazakhstan, and most travellers spend around 1–2 days here.
In Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes, head into the surrounding nature, parks and viewpoints.
In Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes, take on adventure activities and outdoor excursions.
Most visitors arrive in Kazakhstan via Almaty (ALA) / Astana (NQZ), then continue to Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes by domestic flight, train, bus or road.
Plan for roughly $40–$290 per day. See the full Kazakhstan budget guide.