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Charyn Canyon National Park

Tourist attraction National park

One of the Best Places To Visits in Enbekshikazakh District


Address

Tamerlik, Kazakhstan

Contact

+7 72778 2 14 33

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: (International Women's Day), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours

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  • 5/5 Dinara M. 3 years ago on Google
    It is worth to see it, small version of Grand Canyon in Arizona. The cost of entrance is around 700 tenge per person plus 100 tenge for parking. Not so far from Almaty, 4 hours to drive. I love Charyn but I recommend to go there in spring or fall time, it's very hot in summer.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 tarun c. 5 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Very nice place. In summers very hot and in winter very cold. Try to take the open jeep for comfortable ride. River inside the canyon is very beautiful and give very pleasant experience. Very nice place.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 CK C. 5 months ago on Google • 1069 reviews
    Charyn Canyon is simply magnificent. Spent 1.5 hours walking around to appreciate the natural wonder. It is easy walking if you keep to the walk path and do not venture down into the canyon. Can take terrific panoramic photos of the canyon from the designated viewing points. May want to put on a hat and apply some sunscreen as it's all open terrain
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 soroush a. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the most beautiful places in Kazakhstan! The little sister of Grand Canyon! To get here you probably need to get a tour or rent a car. There are parking places on top of the canyon. Toilets are available close to the parking and at the end of route near the river. Astonishing views from the top and viewpoints. There are cars that can take you down and bring you back up again!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Muhammad A. 1 year ago on Google
    Charyn Canyon is situated in the territory of the Charyn National Park which was laid out with the purpose to preserve natural and geological objects. The National park was founded on 23 February 2004. The Park territory is inhabited with a great number of rare and endangered animal species entered in the Red Book. In Sarytogai natural boundary of the Park territory, there are protected forests are growing with one of the most unique trees - Sogdian ash existed as far back as the Palaeogene epoch. The aspen grove is unique, the second analogue grove is found in North America. The aspen grove, a monument of nature is especially protected under aegis of UNESCO. Its age is about 5 million years. But the most famous area of unique interest in the Park is certainly Charyn Canyon. This picturesque indigenous locality impresses with its heavenly landscapes The Canyon depth is 200m. The height of the bluff mountains of the Canyon reaches 150-300m. The Canyon itself represents a monument of nature formed with sedimentary rocks aged more then 12 million years. The landscapes are virtually miraculous there. Charyn Canyon is getting scarlet, pink and orange colors at sunset when the sun is disappearing behind the horizon. There is quietude around, and the Charyn river bobbles washing against the cliffs can only be heard from below. This sight will leave nobody indifferent. The so-called “The Valley of Castles” is thought to be one of the attractions of the Canyon – these rock deposits resembling a tower by its form seemed to be created by unforeknowable giants. The Valley of Castles is over 2 km in length and its width reaches from 20 to 80 m at some places. The landscape variety of Charyn Canyon accounts for a flora and fauna diversity. Over 1500 plant species, 17 out of which are entered in the Red Book of Kazakhstan, 62 mammal, 103 nesting bird and 25 reptile species are found there. All conditions for a pleasant rest are created there for tourists. The Park staff will take them around and narrate about the canyon history in detail.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 zues l. 3 months ago on Google • 565 reviews New
    Better then Arizona... Spectacular and wonder of the world in amazing Almaty Kazakhstan. Not near to the city but the journey there are very interesting. You will passed 12 villages before reach this beautiful landscape where each village have their own traditions and unique. Start from the visitor centre where located at the best overall view on the canyon. Spacious parking area for both private cars, van or tourist group coaches. The visitor centre located at the lower floor with informative person in charge, super clean washrooms, souvenirs shops and cafe, restaurant that can accommodate big group at one time. It's beautiful topographic that you may not imagine exists in this region. The land are orang to red color as for the mineral here I believe and it's layers of the formation are visible perfectly here compare with the one in Cappadocia. Was here on this Dec and it's super cold here... So wear suitable attire at any season you are traveling or having a tour here. End of the trail... We enjoy beautiful Charyn river at the end of the walk from the center and it's absolutely worth it. This is place that you may have some bbq or plan to arrange meals before tracking back to the center. The thing is.... Every corner in this place are so beautiful. And do plan best with suitable attire, season to visit and professional guide to make sure you enjoyed this place perfectly.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anonimitas U. 2 years ago on Google
    We liked visiting the Charyn Canyon and hiking down from the parking lot to the river. We took a taxi-bus back from the riverbed to the parking lot. so that was even easier than hiking :)
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick E. 1 year ago on Google
    Charyn Canyon is a must visit. There is a new visitor centre with a restaurant, clean toilets & gift shop. You don't need to walk too far to see the view. The viewpoint allows you to see over the Canyon. You can then go down a steep flight of stairs to the Canyyon floor & walk it. It's 2.6km along the route, one way, so 5.2km total. It takes about 40min to walk one way or you can get the Eco bus for 500T per person. Recommend walking down then getting the bus back, as its steeper on the way back. However, most want to fo this so there may be queues for the bus (which only seats 8) on the way back. They're supposed to run every 30 minutes.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Мадина �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Charyn canyons are a wonderful place where the soul rests from the bustle of the city. Beautiful, with words, indescribable views, air, sky, and we were also lucky today - there were few tourists 😄👍 everything would be fine, but the park employees managed to arrange a line of five cars. The cashier was doing his job so slowly and sluggishly that he managed to sell tickets to one driver for 10 minutes 😱therefore, only four stars in the assessment, the canyon itself is priceless and worthy of all the stars 🥰 (Original) Чарынские каньоны - это прекрасное место, где душа отдыхает от городской суеты. Красивые, словами непередаваемые виды, воздух, небо и ещё нам сегодня повезло - было мало туристов 😄👍 все бы прекрасно, но служащие парка умудрились устроить очередь из пяти машин. Кассир настолько медленно и заторможенно выполнял свою работу, что умудрялся продавать билеты одному водителю минут 10 😱поэтому только четыре звезды в оценке, сам каньон бесценный и достоин всех звёзд 🥰
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vedat O. 3 years ago on Google
    The canyon follows the Charyn river for about 50 kilometers. The canyon walls reach up to 300 meters at some point and the colours range from red to brown, yellow and black. It’s a geologists dream come true with sedimentary rocks that are rich in minerals and are about twelve million years old. There is also a large variety of flora and fauna with over 1000 of plants of which 50 are extremely rare and endemic to the area. The Charyn canyon National Park is also is home to wildllife such as foxes, hares, gerbils, eagles, pheasants, snakes and lizards. Most people visit the Charyn Canyon National Park as a day trip from Almaty. It is indeed one of the most spectacular places to see the nature of Kazakhstan in this region, but on a day trip you only get to see the tip of the iceberg. The area is massive and there is so much to see and explore that you could spend days here. There are several options to stay overnight in the Charyn Canyon. You can go camping, stay in a wooden cabin or even sleep in a yurt if you like. To fully experience this place I can strongly recommend you to do so, if only to see the beautiful sunset and the dark starry night. The daytrippres will be gone and most likely you will have the canyon to yourself. If this is all the time and money you have they are definetly worth it, but paying a bit more definetly pays off in the Charyn Canyon.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Valentyna P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I don’t know what could be more beautiful in the Almaty region of this incredible redness of the canyon .. To get to it you need to overcome a hundred or second km, but it's worth it. You can come for a day or two, and stay here for a longer time, since in the canyon itself there is an authentic village with yurts and summer houses "Eco Park". And the canyon itself in the Valley of Castles can be bypassed in just a few hours, and continue the route for tens of kilometers along it. Come in the afternoon to make it easy to get to an overnight stay. Communication within a radius of 50 km around the canyon is not available as such. Communication with the village in the canyon by walkie-talkie at the checkpoint only. ACCESSIBILITY only at viewing platforms above the canyon, down into the canyon itself you can only go down the stairs. (Original) Я не знаю, что может быть красивее в Алматинской области этого невероятной красноты каньона.. Чтобы добраться до него нужно преодолеть сотню-вторую км, но оно того стоит. Можно приехать как на день-два, так и остаться здесь на подольше, так как в самом каньоне есть аутентичная деревушка с юртами и летними домиками «Эко парк». А сам каньон в Долине замков можно обойти как за несколько часов, так и продолжить маршрут на десятки км вдоль него. Приезжайте днём, чтобы было светло добраться до ночлега. Связь в радиусе 50 км вокруг каньона отсутсвует как таковая. Связь с деревней в каньоне по рации на пропускном пункте только. ACCESSIBILITY только на смотровых площадках над каньоном, вниз в сам каньон можно спуститься только по ступенькам.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael M. 1 year ago on Google
    Joined a local tour to be able to reach the Canyon. Though the guide wasn’t speaking English much, I was in awe by locals who keeps on translating of what the guide is saying about. Didn’t know Kazakhstan has a beautiful canyon until I witness by my both eyes. Prepare for a long walk but u assure you it is worth it a thousandth times.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tommy S. 2 years ago on Google
    Really nice canyon. See my pictures! Beatiful nature. About 3 to 4 hours from Almaty city center, depends on traffic. Very easy to get there by car, roads are relatively new and okay to drive. Best time is spring and fall, cause it is not that cold or hot.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Satinder S. 3 months ago on Google • 176 reviews New
    Astonishing views. This nature’s masterpiece has been created by erosion of Charyn river. Took over a million of years to form. I have not been to the Grand canyons in the USA, but this one seemed equally impressive. There is a cafe called Tary at the entrance of the national park which can be used to have some good food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thamaraiselvan G. 2 months ago on Google • 160 reviews New
    Walk through the canyon was beautiful is a 2.5k walk to reach the charyn river. You can alternatively take the taxi. But prefer the walk to enjoy the canyon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Khel Khel Me G. 4 years ago on Google
    Canyon National Nature Park is a national park in Kazakhstan, stretching along the Charyn River, including Charyn Canyon. The Canyon, with its thinly stratified red sedimentary rock,canyon is known as "Valley of Castles", for its unusual rock formations created by wind, sun, and water and vertical cliffs reminding the ancient castles.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Stipica G. 4 years ago on Google
    One of those places in Kazakhstan (southeastern part of the country) that one simply must visit. Beautiful! Unfortunately, there is a lack of buildings where you can have a drink or a quick bite, buy souvenirs etc.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bakyt 3 years ago on Google
    Маствизит!!!!!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vladimir T. 3 years ago on Google
    Довольно удивительное место созданное природой, где можно найти интересные и необыкновенные пейзажи образовавшиеся в результате денудации. Особенно красиво каньон смотрится сверху
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ер �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We went on Blast Tour packages on a comfortable Mercedes Viana. Impressions: 1. Nice, there is something to be surprised about. 2. I was expecting rocks, but it turned out that it was clay. 3. Silence; 4. It is necessary to obey the guide and observe safety precautions, with rash attempts to take a selfie, you can fall tens of meters down with a fatal outcome; 5. They talked about snakes, they hid, but the little lizard ran and made the children happy; 6. The road is long. You need to be patient, and the best way is to sleep on the way back and forth. According to our calculations, it turned out that we drove there for five hours, from there 3.5 hours. 7. The river just below is beautiful too. It has a nice green hue. 8. A picnic by the river is also not bad, the main thing is that the "picnic" people do not play music from their car at full volume; 9. Sea buckthorn grows near the river. It's true to collect her burden. 10. The children liked it, the wife was even able to sleep on the river bank. 11. In any case, emotions are positive. (Original) Поехали по путевкам Бласт Тур на комфортабельных Мерседес Виана. Впечатления: 1. Красиво, есть чему удивиться. 2. Ожидал скальные породы, а оказалось что это глина. 3. Тишина; 4. Нужно слушаться экскурсовода и соблюдать технику безопасности, при необдуманных попытках сделать селфи, можно сорваться на десятки метров вниз с летальным исходом; 5. Говорили про змей они попрятались, зато маленькая ящерица бегала и радовала детей; 6. Дорога долгая. Нужно запастись терпением, а лучше всего поспать по пути туда и обратно. По нашим расчетам получилось, что туда мы ехали часов пять, оттуда 3,5 часа. 7. Речка чуть ниже тоже красивая. У нее приятный зеленый оттенок. 8. Пикник у речки тоже неплох, главное чтобы "пикникующие" не ставили музыку из своего авто на всю громкость; 9. Облепиха растет у речки. Правда собирать ее тягомотина. 10. Детям понравилось, жена даже смогла выспаться на берегу реки. 11. В любом случае эмоции позитивные.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 coldmaxxx 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Everything is very beautiful. Entry from one person is 780 tenge. This is on 07/05/2020 (Original) Все очень красиво. Въезд с одного человека 780 тенге. Это на 05.07.2020
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saken N. 4 years ago on Google
    Quite popular spot. 6km round trip classic walking in the bottom of canyon. BUT! Trekking and photography enthusiasts have option to explore secret trail to enjoy best views and no crowds on your photos guaranteed 100%. Local routes with Saken is off the beaten trek to unique spots and trails.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Андрей �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Bizarre creations of nature. The canyon is not the whole park, although it is one of the famous attractions. We rode our bicycles around the park, visited different places. A real adventure! (Original) Причудливые творения природы. Каньон - это ещё не весь парк, хотя и одна из известных достопримечательностей. Катали по парку на велосипедах, посетили разные места. Настоящее приключение!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bak K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's a wonderful place (Original) Сұмдық керемет жер
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erick K. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place! Millions of years of evolution! A matter of time!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elina B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I love our canyon! Nothing worse than the American grand canyon) the only difference is in height) but on our way you can easily walk to the river, it's more difficult there слож (Original) Обожаю наш каньон! Ничем не хуже американского гранд каньона) разница лишь в высоте) но зато по нашему можно без проблем пройтись до реки, там с этим сложнее😁
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Safiya B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cheap and everything is there. Bed only 2000 tg. From the window of Baiterek. Nearby are a bunch of grocery stores, canteens. The location is better than you can imagine! The very center of the left bank. (Original) Дешево и все есть. Койко-место всего 2000 тг. Из окна Байтерек. Рядом куча продуктовых магазинов, столовых. Местоположение- лучше не придумаешь! Самый центр левого берега.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alibek T. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent place for a city getaway (2,5-3 hrs drive). Picturesque view on canyons from the top and a good 7-8km walk to the river and back. Best time for a visit is March to April and mid September to mid October. Tip: visit in August for a night tour to witness the starfall.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kenneth P. 3 years ago on Google
    The second biggest canyon in the world, amazing place and unforgettably experience. I drive my car under the canyon and stay in the yurt camp overnight. I wish I had more time to spent there. One of the most vivid memories of my Kazakh trip of 2018.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Onur Kagan G. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the epic face of the nature. For 2,5 km you walk between the amazing rock formations, in a walley that is way different than anyone can imagine. There are interesting shapes and in every 500 mt there is a pit stop with a shadow tent and free fresh drinking water. At the end you reach to a river where the trees and picnic tables all around. There is also a public toilet which was not clean at all. Maybe that is the only bad thing here. I recommend you to walk down the walley till you reach the river and bring some food, fruits and a blanket to have a picnic near the river under the shadow of beautiful trees. You will definately like it here and it worth going there. Do not worry about the way back because there are mini buses that will take you back where you have started to your journey for a reasonable amount of money. This is a place that must be seen!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim T. 10 months ago on Google
    Loved it! We did a nice hike through the canyon then climbed up the steep and rocky side of the canyon to get up to the top. We then walked along the ridge back to the visitor center. Please note that there is a bathroom available and the cafe too. The river surprised me at the end of the hike with way more water than expected and moving quite rapidly too! Memorable visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 p b. 6 months ago on Google
    Visited September 2023. A national treasure. Walk along the top of the canyon, which gives you superb views of the canyon below with snow-topped mountains as a backdrop, or walk along the canyon itself where you will be treated to walk back in time. It felt like I was walking through Tatooine. At the bottom there are picnic areas and a gorgeous river. A real treat.
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  • 5/5 Adv Surabhi S. 5 months ago on Google • 81 reviews
    It is the 2nd largest canyon in the world. It consists of 5 different canyons. You can enjoy the canyon by walk or take a taxi. Make sure you take tickets on time or else you’ve to wait in the queue. Place is huge and amazing. Worth the hype

  • 5/5 Faina I. 2 months ago on Google • 78 reviews New
    Beautiful canyon with a new visitor centre. Quite accessible too (once you climb down the narrow steps) - there are cars going up and down the canyon if you can't or don't feel like walking. The canyon goes downhill to the river with a nice picnic area. There are benches and shaded rest points with water fountains along the way. The visitor centre has a great gift shop with merch from local artists and a couple other national parks + a café/restaurant. And, of course, free public restrooms. The cell reception in the area is surprisingly great + the visitor centre has WiFi.

  • 5/5 Pravin M. 1 month ago on Google • 50 reviews New
    This place is surreal.. It's fascinating to see such beautiful place.. The Russian van drive in side the canyon is fun...

  • 4/5 Jonas B. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful canyon and national park! The surroundings and the road getting there is also very nice. Spend the night!

  • 5/5 Bob D. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing formations. Well worth the drive and walk into the canyon. Beautiful along the river.

  • 5/5 Sa F. 4 years ago on Google
    So worth the visit as it is not a very common sight around the world. Such beautiful rock formations and views. At the end of the hike there is Charyn River. I was wondering if I was dreaming that beautiful was the sight in front of me. One thing I don’t like is the lack of resting places after the hike to drink something. There was only one with a horrible service.

  • 3/5 Ralph P. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful rock formations and delightful walk to restaurant complex at bottom with opportunity to take transport back to head of valley. Long drive to get there from Almaty.

  • 5/5 Daryl S. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing canyon that is worth staying in or taking a full day to enjoy. Lots of water is a must as there are not outlets or shops down here. Wonderful landscapes and formations, great hiking and views. Enjoy the river and the canyon as a whole.

  • 5/5 Daniyar A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great place (Original) Великолепное место

  • 5/5 Virineja N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Charyn Canyon has been a national park for 16 years and is listed as a natural monument by UNESCO. And so entry and entry into the territory is paid. However, you will not regret the money spent, because the spectacle is really impressive! As if he was on another planet))) majestic castles and towers, huge figures of different animals, grottoes and gorges are amazing! In these huge rocks, everyone sees his own, it all depends on your imagination. Needless to say, the photos and videos are gorgeous! So those who need cool instagram content will not be disappointed! On the territory there are benches, toilets (mostly paid) and even taxis, for those who do not want to step back. Of course, the Grand Canyon is much larger and deeper, but the "Valley of Castles" will not leave anyone indifferent! (Original) Чарынский каньон уже 16 лет является национальным парком и внесен в список наследия ЮНЕСКО , как природный памятник. И поэтому вьезд и вход на территорию -платный. Однако, вы не пожалеете потраченных денег, поскольку зрелище действительно впечатляющее! Как будто оказался на другой планете))) величественные замки и башни, огромные фигуры разных животных, гроты и ущелья поражают воображение! В зтих огромных скалах каждый видит свое, все зависит от вашей фантазии. Стоит ли говорить, что фото и видео получаются шикарные! Так что , те ,кому нужен классный контент в инстаграмм, не будут разочарованы! На территории есть скамейки, туалеты( в основном, платные) и даже такси, для тех,кто не хочет шагать обратно. Разумеется, Гранд- каньон гораздо больше и глубже, но и" Долина замков"не оставит никого равнодушным!

  • 5/5 Данил �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Space place! It's worth making 100% Hollywood movies (Original) Космическое место! Тут стоит снимать голливудские фильмы 100%

  • 5/5 Мартын �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I walk beautifully without a guide along my route (Original) Красиво хожу без гида по своиму маршруту

  • 5/5 Timur I. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Charyn Canyon (Kaz. Sharyn Shatgaly) - a canyon stretching for 154 km along the Charyn River in Kazakhstan. The canyon is located 195 km east of Almaty, near the border with China. It is located on the territory of three districts of the Almaty region: Uyghur, Rayymbek, Enbekshikazakh. The canyon is part of the Charyn National Park. (Original) Чары́нcкий каньо́н (каз. Шарын шатқалы) — протянувшийся на 154 км каньон вдоль реки Чарын в Казахстанн. Каньон располагается в 195 км восточнее Алматы, недалеко от границы с Китаем. Расположен на территории трех районов Алматинской области: Уйгурского, Райымбекского, Енбекшиказахского. Каньон входит в территорию Чарынского национального парка.

  • 5/5 Ulukbek_86.kz A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful (Original) Керемет

  • 5/5 misir A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The magic of nature! (Original) 大自然的鬼斧神工!

  • 5/5 Ivan N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A classic for mass visits, within walking distance of an asphalt road is the Castle Valley Canyon. The second largest and largest after the famous canyon in the United States - Colorado. One of the few interesting places of the canyon, since the canyon itself is replete with a number of such "Castles" for the study and knowledge of hidden, in secluded and inaccessible places and crevices, over many kilometers of the Charyn River. (Original) Классика, для массового посещения, в шаговой доступности от асфальтированной дороги - каньон "Долина Замков". Второй по величине и размаху после знаменитого каньона в США - "Колорадо". Одно из немногих интересных мест каньона, так как сам каньон изобилует рядом подобных "Замков" для изучения и познания спрятанных, в укромных и труднодоступных местах и расщелинах, на протяжении многих километров реки Чарын.

  • 5/5 Anar A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great place in Kazakhstan! Impressed absolutely everything! Shocked by the grandeur of these rocks, mountains, rivers! I think this is just a unique place to visit, at least 1 time in the life of any person! (Original) Прекрасное место в Казахстане! Впечатлило абсолютно все! Потрясена величием этих скал, гор, речки! Думаю, это просто уникальное место для обязательного посещения, хотя бы 1 раз в жизни любого человека!

  • 5/5 Жанатан �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful! (Original) Очень красиво!

  • 5/5 Айгерим �. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place to rest! Must to visit!

  • 4/5 亞曼達愛旅行 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good place for taking pictures of special landforms (Original) 特殊地貌照相好地方,腳程可以的,有時間可以用走的

  • 5/5 Zukhra K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting, beautiful, informative, you plunge into a fairy tale, in each rock you see either a woman, then a child, then Egyptian sphinxes, then a monk, then animals, then birds, etc. The Charyn River is cold and stormy, beautiful and majestic! (Original) Очень интересно, красиво, познавательно, окунаешься в сказку, в каждой скале видишь то женщину, то ребенка, то египетских сфинксов, то монаха, то животных, то птиц и т.д. Река Чарын холодная и бурная, красивая и величественная!

  • 5/5 Гульшат �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I advise everyone to go see. The impression is not unforgettable. (Original) Советую всем съездить посмотреть . Впечатление не незабываемое.

  • 5/5 Гаухар �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I liked it very much, I advise you to visit??, the entrance per person is 728 tenge and 100 for parking the car, if you want to go down to the river and climb 500 tenge one way. By the river there are yurts, gazebos, a cafe unfortunately burned out, but they said they would restore it. (Original) Очень понравилось, советую посетить??, въезд с человека 728 тенге и 100 за парковку машины, если хотите спуск к реке и подъем 500 тенге в одну сторону. У реки Есть юрты, беседки, кафе к сожалению сгорело, но сказали восстановят.

  • 5/5 Yuriy K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Gorgeous place. Bad road. It is very hot in summer. Camping by the river. (Original) Шикарне місце. Погана дорога. В літку дуже жарко. Кемпінг біля річки.

  • 5/5 Дмитрий �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Canyon - a place where you need to go twice. Do not see everything at a time. Now the road is more or less good. Do not take the tracker from the Internet, it will lead to a completely different place. (Original) Каньон - место, куда надо съездить раза два. За раз всё не посмотреть. Сейчас дорога более-менее хорошая. Не берите трекер с интернета, заведет совсем в другое место.

  • 5/5 Григорий �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A heavenly place that many have heard of from fairy tales. The majesty of the landscapes amazes the imagination of even a person who has seen the views. The complex itself is huge, you can walk on it forever. Be sure to bring along photo or video equipment, because it’s simply impossible to visit this park and not take one photo as a keepsake. Arriving here, you will not regret (Original) Райское место, о котором многие слышали из сказок. Величественность пейзажей поражает воображение даже повидавшего виды человека. Сам комплекс — огромен, гулять по нему можно вечно. Обязательно возьмите с собой фото или видео аппаратуру, потому что посетить этот парк и не сделать но одного фото на память — просто нельзя. Приехав сюда, вы не пожалеете

  • 5/5 Roxy F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Love to ride the canyon! Non-transferable view! (Original) Очень нравится ездить на каньон! Не передаваемый вид!

  • 5/5 David D. 4 years ago on Google
    ?

  • 5/5 Baurzhan M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Айжан �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful and unusual (Original) Очень красиво и необычно

  • 5/5 Zhannat S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Charyn is beautiful anytime ☀️ (Original) Чарын прекрасен в любое время ☀️

  • 4/5 Bokenbay K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nature Park. No worse than GrandCanyen in the USA. A little bit of grace and everything will be wonderful! (Original) Природный парк. Не хуже чем ГрандКаньен в USA. Чуток облагародить и и все будет зачмательно!

  • 5/5 Lars S. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful canyons. Try to visit the lesser known view point spots on the east side and not just the main tourist view point.

  • 5/5 Johan B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great natural sight! Takes you about 15 minutes off the main road. I would estimate you need one and a half hours to walk the track on the top of the canyon (as we did) and get a nice view, but walking down you can spend several days from what we heard. Charged 850 tenge for one person, but 2350 for three people in a single car. Absolutely beautiful and worth it!

  • 4/5 Sara F. 4 years ago on Google
    The canyon looks amazing and is a beautiful walk to make, not even very long. It was very quiet, there were almost no tourists. The only problem comes if you decide to sleep there: the bungalows or the yurts are extremely expensive and everything is in bad condition. So my tip is to bring a tent or to find somewhere else to sleep

  • 5/5 Mara L. 4 years ago on Google
    A beautiful place I would absolutely recommend to visit. Took a bus tour there, quite a drive from Almati but def worth it. There's a nice walk down to the river with some resting places but they can be full, so just found a bench next to a river. Recommend to pack a lunch with you. On the way back there's a nice hike (not that hard) or a possibility to hire a "safari taxi".

  • 4/5 Tom G. 4 years ago on Google
    So Charyn Canyon was the place I was most excited about seeing when coming to Kazakhstan. It is a truly spectacular place and the rock formations look incredible. After seeing lots of photos on the internet I was actually expecting more, which is why I gave it a 4* however I think this is because many photos are taken with drones from above, and so you can see more. Be prepared for a 3/4 hour drive to reach the area. When I got there I followed the path down into the canyon, and it takes you about 2km on a windy path to reach the river. I came here as part of a bigger trip so didn't stay the night, but if you decide to camp by the river, they have small lodges and yurts, just be prepared for the mosquitos!!

  • 5/5 Tatiana D. 4 years ago on Google
    The canyon is huge and beautiful. The views are amazing! I recommend to visit this place!

  • 5/5 Hashrin B. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and convenient. Not larger like Grand canyon

  • 4/5 N U. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and calm but not too long. It's three km walking flat so in less than an hour you're done with it. There is beautiful view from above too. Very easy, not a real hike involved. It's very hot in hot weather and no shade around. I'm the end you can take a 4wd taxi back or just walk back which is pretty easy as well.

  • 5/5 Тогжан �. 3 years ago on Google
    Тамаша жер 😍😍😍😍😍

  • 5/5 Ализа �. 3 years ago on Google
    Одно из красивейших мест Казахстана!!!

  • 5/5 Роман �. 3 years ago on Google
    👍

  • 5/5 Тимур �. 3 years ago on Google
    Красивейшее место лучше всего смотреть на него 2 раза внизу и сверху

  • 5/5 Айгерим �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beauty of nature 😍 (Original) Красота природы 😍

  • 5/5 Guka G. 3 years ago on Google
    Потому что там красивые каньёны

  • 5/5 Katerina K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Charyn N E V E R O Y T N Y ♡ One of the most favorite places 🌎 A place of power and inspiration. If possible, it is better to visit the canyon on weekdays. On weekends, there are simply countless tourists who will not let you fall in love with this amazing place to the fullest. (Original) Чарын Н Е В Е Р О Я Т Н Ы Й ♡ Одно из самых любимых мест 🌎 Место силы и вдохновения. Если есть возможность - посетить каньон лучше в будние дни. В выходные там просто бесчисленное количество туристов, которые не дадут вам в полной степени налюбовать этим удивительным местом.

  • 5/5 beb 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place!

  • 4/5 Yerzhan T. 3 years ago on Google
    Красное место для прогулки

  • 5/5 Алена �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) beauty (Original) Красота

  • 5/5 Вероника �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A charge of calm. (Original) Заряд спокойствия.

  • 5/5 Елена �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Unusually beautiful place (Original) Необычно красивое место

  • 5/5 Jandos K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I really liked (Original) Мне очень понравилась

  • 5/5 Алексей �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful places (Original) Очень красивые места

  • 5/5 Арсен �. 3 years ago on Google
    У кого есть возможность обязательно посетите

  • 5/5 Алексей �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting (Original) Интересно

  • 5/5 Alexander P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place of power! (Original) Место силы!

  • 5/5 Елена �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Loved it! (Original) Очень понравилось!

  • 5/5 Мурат �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) 12 million years old natural monument! (Original) 12 миллионов лет памятнику природы!

  • 5/5 Айдос �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's very nice and beautiful here, but the toilets are just dark. The staff is very nice, they clean up all the garbage, but as always, a taxi that goes from beginning to end is very expensive 1000tg one way Discounts are needed for residents of our country (Original) Тут очень хорошо и красиво но туалеты это просто мрак. Персонал очень хорошый убирают все мусоры но как всегда такси которое ездят от начала до конца берут очень дорого 1000тг в один конец Для жителей нашей страны надо скидки

  • 5/5 Айгерим �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We made a road from the highway to the post, laid asphalt. A large parking lot has appeared, latrines have been built. Arbors were installed closer to the descent into the canyon. (Original) От трассы до поста сделали дорогу, положили асфальт. Появилась большая парковка, построили уборные. Ближе к спуску в каньон установили беседки.

  • 5/5 yuiopio h. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Tui (Original) Tui

  • 5/5 Арман �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Charyn canyon is a very beautiful place, I recommend it to everyone, you will not regret it 👍🏻 (Original) Чарынский каньон очень красивое место, рекомендую всем, не пожалеете 👍🏻

  • 5/5 Игорь �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Liked (Original) Понравилось

  • 5/5 Ernar Y. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cool! It is worth going !!! (Original) Круто! Стоит поехать!!!

  • 4/5 Rama M. 3 years ago on Google
    With different Rock Formation Charyn Canyon is a must visit place for the tourists coming to Almaty. We went there in October last week of 2019 around 08:15 am. We should be cautious to walk as it was skidding in few points. There was very little crowd when we visited the place. It helped us to enjoy the serene atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Dima A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It has become civilized, cleanly neat !! Toilet mega clean keep it up !! (Original) Стало цивилизовано, чисто аккуратно!! Туалет мега чистый так держать!!

  • 5/5 Гүлбану �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) 😍 beautiful nature (Original) 😍прекрасная природа

  • 4/5 arredondo g. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I feel like it is always under construction... Still good. (Original) いつも工事中な気が…。それでもやはりいい。

  • 5/5 Dima b. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Indescribable feelings (Original) Непередаваемые ощущения

  • 5/5 Nassi N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nature is simple😍 (Original) Природа просто😍

  • 5/5 English O. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful..wonderful (Original) Керемет..өте керемет

  • 5/5 Максим �. 3 years ago on Google
    👍

  • 5/5 Бауыржан �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The road is wonderful and there is parking. (Original) Дорога замечательная и есть парковка.

  • 5/5 Адилбекщбьщбщтр �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful picturesque. (Original) Красиво живописно.

  • 5/5 Nurgul K. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place, but service need to be improved

  • 5/5 Lana N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Was in the canyon 19 years ago. Of course, everything has become beautiful, well-groomed, and most importantly clean. There are trash bins for every 50 meters, the staff cleans everything, that is, they are not filled to the brim. There is, of course, a "pig man", but here already at the genome level. Charyn is certainly epic, especially when you drive your car and feel the power of the road and the changing landscapes and the bright sun on the horizon. Upon arrival, it immediately became clear that the paid entry was not in vain. Convenient parking, toilets and gazebos; and there is a ladder to make it more comfortable to go down, but we did not look for easy ways, but went along the top, going down and up again. In general, I highly recommend it, even to people of retirement age, it is checked on parents. (Original) Была на каньоне 19 лет назад. Конечно, всё стало красиво, ухоженно, а главное чисто. На каждые 50 метров стоят мусорки, персонал всё убирает, то есть они не заполнены до краёв. Есть конечно "человек-свинья", но тут уже на геном уровне. Чарын конечно эпичен, особенно когда едешь на своей машине и чувствуешь всю мощь дороги и смену пейзажей и яркое солнце на горизонте. По приезду сразу стало понятно, что платный въезд ненапрасный. Удобная парковка, туалеты и беседки; и есть лестница чтобы более комфортно спуститься вниз, но мы лёгких путей не искали, а пошли по верху, спускаясь вниз и поднимаясь вновь. В общем очень рекомендую, даже людям пенсионного возраста, проверено на родителях.

  • 5/5 Алекс �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting place. (Original) Интересное место.

  • 5/5 На карантине �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very good road is now to Charyn, gazebos, toilets, benches have been made. Everything is cool, I liked it very much. (Original) Очень хорошая дорога теперь на Чарын, сделали беседки, туалеты, скамейки поставили. Всё круто, очень понравилось.

  • 5/5 Marie-José O. 4 years ago on Google
    Definately worth the visit. It took us less than an hour each side (though back a bit more, as you go slightly up). Happy that we came back today, as yesterday we had a thunderstorm which limited our visit to the upper part and for hardly one hour. It seems you can dip into the river at the eco tourist center, one hour walking from the start. Be sure to take enough water with you, as it can be very hot and there is hardly any shadow in the Canyon itself.

  • 5/5 Karim K. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing canyon in the middle of nowhere. Way better than what we expected !

  • 5/5 Atomic F. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place for a trip. I've been hiking through the whole canyon, aside to the river. It was really a tough one - really suggested, but only for physically prepared and durable people. If you don't want to endeavor too much, you can visit the Charyn Canyon view point, near the eco-park.

  • 5/5 Omar f. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved this place absolutely amazing.. All photos are captured by me.. Stayed here for a nyt beside the lake, it was cool, but we had a camp fire.. Better to visit in August and September months..

  • 5/5 William C. 5 years ago on Google
    Fantastic canyon walk. Beautiful geological features and a majestic river at the end, although an unfortunate tourist camp has appeared.

  • 4/5 Jongshiauchin S. 4 years ago on Google
    It was a great accomplishment for me & my 25 travelling mates. Walked leisurely admiring the beautiful of different rock formations in this canyon. Most exciting part was upon reaching the river, water was so clear that made me wanted to jump into it. Buggy ride out of the canyon was expensive 12USD each.

  • 5/5 Ирина �. 3 years ago on Google
    Прекрасно отдохнули. Чисто, красиво. Прошлись пешком по каньону.

  • 5/5 Jamal S. 3 years ago on Google
    The Charyn Canyon near the Chinese border, 200 km east of Almaty, has often been likened to the Grand Canyon. At 150 km long and around 300 m deep, it is considerably smaller, but its bizarre and striking rock formations and colors – particularly the “Valley of Castles” – show many similarities. Around 20 km from the canyon are the relics of an ancient grove of trees (notable the “sogdian ash”) left over from the Ice Age and unique in the world! All in all a region of jaw-dropping natural beauty and a most unusual and unforgettable destination. The Charyn Canyon can be accessed from Almaty airport in around 2 hours by road.

  • 5/5 Вячеслав �. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place. Unearthly landscape. Silence. And somewhere below the light rumble of the river. On the edge of eternity.

  • 5/5 Onliner_kz 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The tour is beautiful, how beautiful is our Kazakhstan (Original) Тур красиво, как же прекрасен наш Казахстан

  • 5/5 Alexandr G. 3 years ago on Google
    incredible place, I advise you to go there

  • 5/5 Bauyrzhan O. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beauty, ennobled, it's a pity they are not allowed down by the car. (Original) Красота, облагорожено, жаль не пускают на машине вниз.

  • 5/5 Ернияз �. 3 years ago on Google
    👍👍👍👍

  • 5/5 Евгений �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) handsomely (Original) Красиво

  • 5/5 Sanny C. 3 years ago on Google
    Worth to visit

  • 5/5 Alexandr V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Mother nature pleases with her beauty! (Original) Мать природа- радует своей красотой!

  • 5/5 Александр �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very impressed. I advise everyone to visit (Original) Очень впечатлил. Всем советую к посещению

  • 5/5 Лаура �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very interesting place! Who was not, be sure to get (Original) Очень интересное место ! Кто не был, обязательно попасть

  • 3/5 Виталий �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) On different videos, it looks more impressive !!! (Original) На разных видео,он выглядит более впечатляюще!!!

  • 5/5 Aiym :. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is dangerous with small children. And nature is impressive! (Original) С маленькими детьми опасно. А природа впечатляет!

  • 5/5 Inna M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very cool place (Original) Очень крутое место

  • 5/5 Оксана �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) An excellent place for rest and relaxation. The canyon is simply mesmerizing with its beauty and power. (Original) Отличное место для отдыха и релакса. Каньон просто завораживает своей красотой и мощью.

  • 5/5 Андрей �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super (Original) Супер

  • 5/5 Галина �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super, autumn is beautiful (Original) Супер, осень красиво

  • 5/5 MrRasko T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A wonderful place where everyone should visit (Original) Прекрасно место где должен побывать каждый

  • 5/5 Алексей �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beauty created by nature. Great asset of the Republic of Kazakhstan! (Original) Красота созданная природой. Великое достояние Республики Казахстан!

  • 5/5 Anatoly S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice! (Original) Очень красиво!

  • 5/5 Айдар �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cool place (Original) Классное место

  • 5/5 Nurzhan A. 3 years ago on Google
    👍👍👍

  • 5/5 Arailym A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A must-see place, beautiful nature, rocks, river (Original) Место для обязательного посещения.Природа красивая,скалы,речка

  • 5/5 Тимур �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful hiking spot! 👍👍👍 (Original) Чудное место для пеших прогулок !👍👍👍

  • 5/5 Ирина �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Fascinating view (Original) Завораживающий вид

  • 5/5 Еркен �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The road is great! (Original) Дорога отличная!

  • 5/5 Slobodan S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Best wedding in my life! (Original) Лучшая свадьба в моей жизнь!

  • 5/5 Унчам �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful places (Original) Красивые места

  • 5/5 Z. M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Such beautiful nature, fortunately not so well known, therefore no mass tourism, great nature (Original) Zo prachtoge natuur, gelukkig nog niet zo bekend, daarom geen massatoerisme, geweldige natuur

  • 5/5 Юрий �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very energizing place! I advise everyone! (Original) Очень заряжает место! Всем советую!

  • 5/5 Deaf Dima-Lena O. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful (Original) Очень красивая

  • 2/5 sammy R. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place. The only issue I had was once you have hiked one hour down the canyon to spend the day, there are no toilets. No place to buy water or snacks either.

  • 5/5 Екатерина �. 3 years ago on Google
    Очень КРАСИВО 🤩🤩🤩🤩

  • 5/5 Arman K. 3 years ago on Google
    Service and area becoming better

  • 5/5 GENERAL T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice place !!! But it would be nice if they let us down by car (Original) Хорошое место!!!Но было бы хорошо если бы пускали вниз на машине

  • 5/5 Walter G. 3 years ago on Google
    Splendid 🤩😍

  • 5/5 Константин �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super (Original) Супер

  • 5/5 Valerio B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A real canyon (Original) Un vero canyon

  • 5/5 Кайнар �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Stunningly beautiful area (Original) Потрясающе красивая местность

  • 5/5 Мухаммедәлі �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) No comment!! Great (Original) Сөз жоқ!! Керемет

  • 5/5 Мурат �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great nature, go to rest in konyony (Original) Класная природа езжайте отдыхать в коньёны

  • 5/5 Renu l. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good place and administrator was helpful ( Oscar) ..made many friends...overall beautiful experience

  • 3/5 Диана �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) First stayed at a hostel. Impressions, of course, are so-so. In general, if you like amenities and a clean, ironed bed, it is better to rent a hotel room or a decent apartment .. (Original) Впервые остановилась в хостеле. Впечатления, конечно же, так себе. В общем, если любите удобства и чистую выглаженную постель, лучше снять номер в отеле или приличную квартиру..

  • 5/5 Alexander P. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I have never stayed in hostels before, but the hotels were all busy, so I drove here. This is the most amazing and friendly place with a relaxed atmosphere. The owner is a young guy with a good sense of humor. I recommend to all tourists who come both for 1-2 days and for a longer period. The main thing to remember is that this is primarily a hostel, but extremely friendly))) (Original) Никогда до этого не останавливался в хостелах, но гостиницы были все заняты, вот и заехал сюда. Это самое потрясающее и дружелюбное место с непринужденной обстановкой. Владелец молодой парень с хорошим чувством юмора. Рекомендую всем туристам, приехавшим как на 1-2 дня, так и на более длинный период. Главное помните, что это прежде всего хостел, но крайне дружелюбный)))

  • 5/5 Юлия �. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very cozy. Feel at home. (Original) Очень уютный.чувствуешь себя как дома.

  • 1/5 Бауржан �. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Was not (Original) Не был

  • 5/5 ALIYA �. 4 years ago on Google
    👍👍👍

  • 4/5 Tomek F. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place. Certainly worth visiting. We spent night down at the Eco Village. All good. The staff should work on possible trekking routes around, rafting... They told us that there is nothing to be done after getting to the village. They are loosing business opportunity.

  • 5/5 Jason P. 1 year ago on Google
    A must visit for family picnics and a nice walk through an impressive landscape.

  • 5/5 Andrew K. 2 years ago on Google
    Good place to spend few hours, there is shared taxi( on the right you will see stairs ) which will drive you inside a canyon

  • 4/5 Ivan der B. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful canyons. Take some drinks and food with you, you don't have chance to buy any thing there. Think over sun and moskito-protection. At the end of the "deep route" is a very nice place close to the river, you can make a picnic.

  • 5/5 Bekzhan B. 3 years ago on Google
    A very beautiful canyon that must be visited. You should plan to spend at least 4 hours there. - You can go down the stairs, but remember to walk 3 km to the river and back, so you need comfortable shoes. - Entrance to the canyon is about $ 2 per person, if you later go to the grove, save your receipt, you can enter it for free within 24 hours. - If you are lazy and do not want to walk, then inside the canyon there are "taxi drivers", you can negotiate with them. - The water of the Sharyn River is cold, but there you can find some places to swim. - There are no shops downstairs, so you need to take everything with you. - Inside of canyon and the territory of Sharyn river, there are benches where you can stay. - Until 11 o'clock there are almost no people after 11 more come, excursions and walking are no longer so comfortable. You can arrive by sightseeing bus, but it can also be a good idea if you arrive by your own car. Sharyn Canyon is roughly 90 kilometres (56 mi) in length. Of course, it is smaller than Grand Canyon, but anyway Sharyn is very impressive and colourful.

  • 4/5 John 1 year ago on Google
    Nice hike, but very hot in the summer. It's all downhill going, and uphill coming back. A large river meets you at the end of the trail, which is a campground with picnic tables and a restroom/toilet.

  • 5/5 Zuzana S. 1 year ago on Google
    Such an amazing places, even more beautiful than lots of places in US to which we can compare it. Definitely a must see when visiting Kazakhstan. Very easily reachable by road from Almaty and cheap to enter. Just lovely!

  • 5/5 Vora N. 1 year ago on Google
    Charyon Canyon Vow these Country have lot to show for Tourism & do for Outdoor Activities. 3hrs frm Almaty city but worth spending time.

  • 5/5 Earl T. 1 year ago on Google
    What a lovely walk through the canyon. The stretch that was open to the public end by the river. Relatively clean and not a lot of tourist when I visited.

  • 5/5 Mira I. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful natural structure.. the canyon was 2.7 km and then the charyn river. The ride inside canyon was beautiful and adventurous.

  • 5/5 Aigerim S. 1 year ago on Google
    There are many my lovely places here. One of them is Charyn Canyon because my grandparents lived near this place when I was in adolesent time. The Charyn Canyon National park and Charyn river are the most beautiful places and have magnificent mountains with breathtaking views of forest near this Canyon. If you come to Kazakhstan fisrt time and would like to see something special you should visit these places. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 It’s the second Canyon with the astonishing view after California’s Canyon ❤️❤️❤️ And you are able to have amazing photos of this special place. Recommend 👍🏻❤️

  • 5/5 Anam T. 8 months ago on Google
    It was very beautiful. I’d say to walk through the canyon and to the Charyn river and to come back in the jeep. Please don’t forget sunscreen, a cap and/or an umbrella to keep you away from the sun. Not recommended for people with babies and toddlers (I saw a lot of parents struggling with their little kids in strollers). There are resting and shaded stations in between (roughly after every 400-500 metres). Water fountains are also available which is honestly a life saver!

  • 3/5 Mahi D. 8 months ago on Google
    Excellent roads and easily accessible with a 2wd car. Canyons are good but nothing striking or picturesque. 30 mins walk to reach the 3rd (last) view point.

  • 5/5 Yung Pandana (Yung P. 10 months ago on Google
    Absolute gem of a place. Amazing walk in the canyon, plus there's drinking fountains and places to sit down well placed along the walk. It felt like somewhere from Star Wars. A professional film company should seriously look into filming a sci-fi movie here because it would look amazing and could be a big hit! 🔥

  • 5/5 Jill B. 10 months ago on Google
    Unbelievable beauty, simply stunning. Shame though that the vehicle is running up and down in one part of the canyon to ferry people to the top n bottom of it. !!

  • 5/5 Dinko G. 8 months ago on Google
    From the parking spot you can go walk on top of canyon or bothom. In 2 hours you can do both, top and bottom but you have to walk quickly. I would recommend to take 4 hours so you can enjoy in taking pictures and not tu hurry.

  • 5/5 Anastasija M. 7 months ago on Google
    Absolutely stunning canyon!!! Worse to see every second, need to be aware of the hit in summer, and prepare sunscreen as sun exposure is strong. Locals recommend to travel there in October-November. It was +34 in shadow today and heavy walking is difficult in this weather 😑

  • 5/5 Dimitrije S. 7 months ago on Google
    Nice but hot weather (above 40C when I was there) makes it a real challenge. The parking is high above, you need to make over 100-150 stairs, and then walk 2.5km (there is a truck but is small and one needs to queue) - and of course, all this back and stairs up! Impressive to see and make photos… but not for those who are not quite fit.

  • 5/5 Mr. Kimo 6. 4 months ago on Google
    It is one of the most beautiful natural sceneries in the world. It would be better to arrange where you are going to eat before you go or take snacks and drinks with you. I think summer is the best time to go there.

  • 5/5 Andreas Ros L. 7 months ago on Google
    Amazing. It’s really beautiful. The weather was not that good but still the nature is amazing here. The way to the park is easy accessible by car. The roads are good and everywhere are signs. If Grand Canyon or Charyn they are both equally beautiful

  • 5/5 Xian You L. 7 months ago on Google
    Majestic canyons stretching far and wide. You'll feel like a tiny dot against the forces of nature here. There's an upper path towards a panoramic view and a lower path diving into the depths of the canyon itself. We only had time for the upper path and we were already blown away (figuratively, and literally by the wind haha). Do check the weather because rain can be heavy here in summer.

  • 4/5 Lizzie S. 5 months ago on Google
    This is a great canyon that’s accessible to all in one firm or another. Wheelchair access to the most impressive panoramas and even those with trouble walking can access the canyon if they can descend stairs. There’s a taxi bus if you can’t / won’t walk the distance yourself. The canyon is sandstone and has great colours, try to time your trip as sun is fading. As you walk through look at the evocative shapes the pillars make, can you find the dog, cars, bunnies and bears? Lots of benches, shade spots and clean water refill stations. You can go up the side of the canyon too - but keep to the paths as sandstone isn’t a secure material. Smoking and zone-free site. Lots of funny signs in gibberish google-translate z english. Clean toilets, well resourced visitor ce tre and cafe on site and looks like you can stay over too, Not the best canyon I’ve been to in the world but still nice.

  • 5/5 Max driver and guide (. 3 months ago on Google New
    Winter trip to Charyn Canyon. It is windy area, so it is not much snow in winter but could be quite cold at the same time. Have proper winter jacket, good hiking shoes, hat and gloves for 2 hours walking along the bottom of the canyon to Charyn river and back. Near parking lot there is new nice visit center with small restaurant. Try tea with baursaki. Baursaki are very good here. Please contact me if you need a private tour.


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