Custom tour of the most beautiful lakes of Kyrgyzstan

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Programma van het verblijf

• dag 1

  BISHKEK – KYZYL OI

  

  Departure towards the isolated village of Kyzyl-Oi, a charming hamlet nestled on the banks of the Kokomeren River, surrounded by red mountains characteristic of the region. On the way, we will visit the museum dedicated to a famous Kyrgyz giant, known for his impressive height of more than 2 meters — a fascinating local figure. Upon your arrival in Kyzyl-Oi, a short walk will allow you to discover the peaceful surroundings of the village and its traditional atmosphere. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse. Elevation gain: +2300 m / –1200 m

• dag 2

  KYZYL OI – KYZART – KILEMCHE (TRANSFER + HORSE TREK)

  

  About a 2-hour drive to the village of Kyzart, where our groom and his horses are waiting for us. Friendly lunch at a local’s home, an opportunity to discover Kyrgyz hospitality. After the meal, we set off on horseback towards the Kilemche alpine pasture, a vast high-altitude pasture known for its gentle, rolling landscapes. We will ride for about 4 hours through rivers and hills, fully immersed in nomadic life. Dinner and overnight in a yurt. Elevation gain: +800 m

• dag 3

  KILEMCHE – SON KOL (HORSEBACK TREK)

  

  After breakfast, we resume our horseback trek towards Lake Son-Kol. We gradually climb up to the Jalgyz-Karagay pass (3 300 m), offering a superb panorama over the high-altitude pastures. Then, we gently descend towards the lake. Lunch in a yurt, before getting back on horseback to reach the area called Tuz Ashu, on the shore of Lake Son-Kol. About 4 to 5 hours of horseback trekking. Dinner and night in a yurt. Elevation gain: +850 m / –300 m

• dag 4

  SON KOL – TASH RABAT

  

  We leave Lake Son-Kol to reach Tash Rabat, an impressive 11th-century caravanserai located on the ancient Silk Road, which once served as a refuge for caravaners crossing the mountains. On the way, we stop in the city of Naryn for lunch. We then continue to the Tash Rabat valley, surrounded by majestic reliefs. Dinner and overnight in a yurt (possibility of sleeping in a well-heated house for more comfort). Elevation gain/loss: –1000 m / +1200 m

• dag 5

  TASH RABAT – PANORAMIC PASS – TASH RABAT (TREK ON FOOT)

  

  Hike on foot towards Panorama Pass (4 050 m) This demanding 8 to 9-hour round trip walk will take you to the top of the pass, from where you can enjoy a spectacular view of Lake Chatyr-Kol, stretching on the other side of the mountain range. A day of effort rewarded by one of the most magnificent panoramas in the region. Elevation gain: +950 m / –950 m

• dag 6

  TASH RABAT – KEL SUU

  

  Departure around 9 a.m. On the way, visit the ruins of the Koshoy-Korgon fortress (12th century). Picnic lunch. Arrival in the Kok-Kyia valley, where the yurt camps are located 7–8 km from Lake Kel-Suu. As this region is a border area, a special permit is required (prepared in advance from your passports). Dinner and overnight in a yurt or in a heated house. Elevation gain/loss: -600 m / +700 m

• dag 7

  KEL SUU – NARYN (TREK ON FOOT + TRANSFER)

  

  In the morning, hiking on foot to Lake Kel-Suu, located at 3,500 m altitude. This lake with turquoise waters, surrounded by steep cliffs, offers a spectacular landscape. Round-trip walk of 3 to 4 hours. Lunch at the yurt camp, then drive to Naryn (about 4 hours). Dinner at the restaurant and overnight at the hotel. Elevation change: -1,400 m

• dag 8

  NARYN – KOL UKOK (TRANSFER + HORSE TREK)

  

  We arrive at the village of Isakeev (not far from Kochkor) after about 2 h of driving. Our groom is waiting for us there with his horses. Horseback trek to Lake Kol-Ukok (4 h). Lunch: picnic. Dinner and overnight in a yurt. Elevation gain: + 1100

• dag 9

  KOL UKOK – KOCHKOR – BOKONBAEV (TREK ON FOOT + TRANSFER)

  

  We ride back down on horseback to the village of Isakeev and take the car again to arrive in Kochkor for lunch, then we drive towards Issyk-Kol, the largest lake in the country. On the way, visit of the Ak-Say canyons. Dinner and night in a guesthouse. Elevation gain/loss: – 1100 ; +500

• dag 10

  BOKONBAEV – KARAKOL

  

  In the morning, we visit a falconer to take part in the demonstration of eagle hunting. Then, we head towards Karakol with visits to the Skazka and Jeti-Oguz canyons. Arrival in Karakol in the afternoon. Visit of a Dungan mosque and an Orthodox church. Dinner in a restaurant. Night at the hotel. Elevation gain: + 100

• dag 11

  KARAKOL - CHON KEMIN

  

  If it’s Sunday, we visit the Karakol livestock market before leaving. On the way, visit of an open-air petroglyph museum. Arrival in the Chon-Kemin valley in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse. Elevation change: -100

• dag 12

  CHON KEMIN - BISHKEK

  

  Back to Bishkek. Visit to the Burana Tower, dating from the 11th century. Arrival in Bishkek at noon. Lunch in a restaurant, check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon, we devote ourselves to visiting the Kyrgyz capital: its green parks, its colorful markets, etc. Farewell dinner in a restaurant. Night at the hotel. Elevation change: -700