Charyn Canyon

Charyn Canyon is also home to a wide range of flora and fauna, some of which are extremely rare and endangered. Some of the wildlife that you can spot include snakes, gerbils, lizards, foxes, hares, eagles and pheasants. You can also enjoy a few fun activities to make your trip more memorable such as hiking, river rafting, spotting wildlife and camping. Since there is a to do and explore at Charyn Canyon, a night’s camping is always recommended to the tourists for a hassle-free experience. 

• Marvel at the giant red rock formations of Charyn Canyon, also known as the ‘Grand Canyon of Kazakhstan’.
• Hike to its popular sections like the Valley of Castles, Kolsai Lake and Kayindy Lake. 
• Spot various kinds of animals and birds like foxes, ringtails, beavers, eagles, pheasants and an Asian desert warbler.
• Set up your camp and spend the night at the canyon, stargazing, enjoying BBQ dinner and lighting a bonfire. 
• Enjoy river rafting on the pristine Charyn River to make your journey more adventurous and memorable.