Practical guides from our team in Almaty: how to get to Charyn Canyon and the Kolsai Lakes, current entrance fees and cable car prices, the best months for each place, what to pack and what to eat. Written by the guides who drive these roads every week, updated when prices and rules change.
Our first guides are being written now. Until they are published, the practical sections on each tour page cover itineraries, what to bring and frequently asked questions, and you can always ask us directly on WhatsApp.
The 15 best places to visit in Kazakhstan, from Charyn Canyon and the Kolsai lakes to Turkistan, Astana and Mangystau, with best months, time needed and UNESCO sites.
How many days do you need in Kazakhstan? Day-by-day 3, 5, 7 and 10-day routes from Almaty, with realistic distances, seasonal swaps and transport tips.
Almaty in winter, from December to March: the weather month by month, Shymbulak and other ski resorts, frozen Kaindy Lake, snowy Charyn, smog tips and what to pack.
Is Kazakhstan safe to visit in 2026? What the US and UK advisories say, the real risks in Almaty, laws visitors should know, mountain safety and emergency numbers.
When to go to Kazakhstan, month by month: Almaty weather, the best months for Charyn, Kolsai and Kaindy, snow and ski season, and the holidays that change your plans.
Where to go in Almaty and how long each place takes — from Panfilov Park and the Green Bazaar to Charyn Canyon and the mountain lakes, with honest notes on what to skip.
