How to Visit Charyn Canyon

Key points

1. 1About 200 km east of Almaty — 3–4 hours by road.
2. 2Valley of Castles is the classic viewpoint.
3. 3Bring water and sun protection.
4. 4Aerial experiences over Charyn are not available yet.

Seeing it from above

Fly Kazakhstan scenic flights depart from Boraldai airfield in Almaty and last 20 to 100 minutes, from 90,000 ₸ per flight. They are a simple way to add a different perspective to any Almaty itinerary. Compare all flights.