Kolsai Lakes National Park — Attraction in Almaty Region

Kolsay Lakes National Park (Kazakh: Көлсай көлдері ұлттық паркі, Qólsaı kólderi ulttyq parki) is located on the north slope of the Tian Shan Mountains, southeast Kazakhstan (10 km from the border with Kyrgyzstan). Often referred to as "Pearls of Tien Shan", the park's main feature are the Kolsay Lakes located between the Raiymbek District and Talgar District of Almaty Region. The scenic Lake Kaindy is also within the park.1] The park boundary is 120 kilometres (75 mi) southeast of Almaty.The park's lakes are strung along the Kolsay River, which flows south-to-north out of the Tian Shan. Two ranges of the Tian Shan contribute: the Küngöy Ala-Too Range and the Trans-Ili Alatau.[2 The major lakes include:[4]

Lower Kolsay Lake. A natural mountain reservoir formed by landslides that block the Kolsay River. The lower lake is about 1 km long, 400 meters wide, and 80 meters in depth. It is accessible by road and has guest-houses and campsites. (altitude: 1,818 meters). Middle Kolsay Lake (Mynzholky - meaning "1000 years old"). Five kilometers upstream from the lower lake, the middle lake is the largest of the three, and reaches a depth of 50 meters. (altitude: 2,252 meters). It is considered the most scenic of the three Kolsay Lakes.

Upper Kolsay Lake. Six kilometers above the middle lake, the upper lake is surrounded by spruce trees and alpine meadows. It is 6 km from the Sara-Buluk pass and Kyrgyzstan. (altitude:...

Tucked deep in the Tien Shan mountains, Kolsai Lake feels like it belongs in a fantasy movie. Imagine turquoise water, pine forests, and snow-capped peaks, all in one place. Just a 5-hour drive from Almaty, but it feels like another planet.

🥾 Things to Do at Kolsai Lake • Hiking: The 8km trail from Kolsai-1 to Kolsai-2 is challenging but rewarding, offering panoramic views and quiet moments in untouched nature. • Camping: Pitch a tent lakeside or rent a cozy guesthouse in Saty village. You’ll wake up to birdsong, mist, and mountain air. • Boating & Horseback Riding: Locals offer boats and horses to explore the lake and nearby trails in a unique way. • Photography: Every angle is postcard-worthy!! especially during golden hour. Bring extra batteries. • Stargazing: With almost zero light pollution, Kolsai is a perfect place to witness a sky full of stars.

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