Kazakhstan in the Family: from Almaty to Charyn Canyon

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Kazakhstan surprises as a family destination thanks to its modern city of Almaty, ringed by snowy mountains offering children's activities all year round. This 8-day itinerary starts in Almaty, the former capital, with the cable car up to Mount Kok-Tobe, where children will find an amusement park, a monkey zoo and views over the whole city. Panfilov Park, with its nail-free timber cathedral and its friendly squirrels, is a hit with the little ones. Shymbulak, the luxury ski resort at 2,200 m, offers alpine slides, ziplines and easy trails among wildflowers in summer. The excursion to Big Almaty Lake — a turquoise lake at 2,500 m reachable by car — dazzles young and old. The trip moves east to visit Charyn Canyon, the Grand Canyon of Central Asia, with rock formations reachable on easy trails. The Kolsai Lakes — three sapphire-colored alpine lakes in the park of the same name — offer boat rides and easy family walks. Lodging in hotels with childcare services. Varied food with non-spicy dishes.