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8 Days Trekking in Kyrgyzstan: Alay Mountains Adventure

By Visit Alay - Travel Company
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp16.647.015 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 8d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Explore the best of the Alay Mountains on this tour and discover one of the most stunning mountain regions in the world that are still unknown…for now. This off-the-beaten-track tour combines some of the best landscapes, trekking and nomadic cultural experiences in all of Kyrgyzstan, including:

  • Incredible mountain vistas at Sary Mogul (4,306 m) and Jiptick (4,185 m) mountain passes where you’ll feel as though you’ve landed on another planet.
  • Stunning views of snow- and glacier-covered Lenin Peak (7,134 m), including up close from Lenin Base Camp and Traveler’s Pass (4,100 m).
  • Diverse landscapes, from turquoise alpine lakes and lush green valleys to high desert moonscapes and the red rock formations of “Three Dragons Gorge”.
  • Sleeping in a traditional yurt where you’ll have an opportunity to meet Kyrgyz shepherds, learn about traditional nomadic culture, and enjoy home-cooked meals.
  • Community-Based Tourism. Your use of us will contribute to local communities.

Activity location

  • Alay Mountains
    • Osh, Kyrgyzstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • CBT Osh tourist information center
    • Aliev
    • 723500, Osh, Osh City, Kyrgyzstan

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8 Days Trekking in Kyrgyzstan: Alay Mountains Adventure in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d
    8d
  • Opening hours: Tue 9:00-20:00
  • English

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Price details
Rp16.647.015 x 2 AdultsRp33.294.030
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Price is Rp33.294.030
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLuggage service up to 15 kg/person (via horse)
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish-speaking trekking guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedShared accommodation: yurt and homestays (Note: 3-5 person shared rooms for yurt and homestays)
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport to/from Tulpar Kol Yurt Camp
  • What's includedWhat's includedHorseman
  • What's includedWhat's includedBorder permit for the Peak Lenin Base Camp (Note: last-minute permit requests require a surcharge)
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport from/to Osh, Kyrgyzstan
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel and meals in Osh city
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedServices outside of the standard programme
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTravel and health Insurance

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We can cusomaize the tour according to your interest

Activity itinerary

Day 1: OSH TO SARY MOGUL VILLAGE
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks, lunch
  • Accommodation: Shared guesthouse
Alay Mountains
  • 5h
Driving distance/time: 220 km, 4 hours Trekking distance/time: 6 km, 3-4 hours Depart from the historic city of Osh, Kyrgyzstan to the village of Sary-Mogul (3,000 metres). There is remarkable scenery along the way to Sary-Mogul, so enjoy the ride! After two and half hours of driving, we stop for a short 4-hour of hiking to the beautiful Isumrudnoe lake. Have lunch and continue driving to Sary-Mogul. After arrival, you can enjoy the incredible views of the 7,000+ metre high snow-capped Pamir Mountains in the distance. We will enjoy a home-cooked dinner and an overnight stay at a family-run guesthouse. In Sary Mogul, there are several small convenience stores for last-minute purchases.
Day 2: ACCLIMATIZATION DAY – HIKE FROM SARY MOGOL TO ZHANYRYK YURT CAMP
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Shared yurt camp
Alay Mountains
  • 7h
Trekking distance/time: 14 km, 4-5-hours Ascent / Descent: 461m, 115 m After breakfast, we’ll begin our trek towards the first yurt camp, following an easy car road winding through open valleys and passing by yurt camps. Along the way, we’ll encounter grazing animals like yaks, sheep, and horses, with eagles soaring above and marmots scurrying. Refreshing spring waters offer scenic rest stops. This trek provides a chance to observe the nomadic lifestyle up close. At the yurt camp (3,300m), relax, have lunch, then hike nearby hills for acclimatisation. In the evening, enjoy dinner under the stars before resting in the yurt.
Day 3: TREK FROM ZHANYRYK YURT CAMP OVER SARY MOGUL PASS (4,306M) TO CAMPSITE
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Shared yurt camp
Alay Mountains
  • 6m
Trekking distance/time: 15 km, 8-9 hours Ascent / Descent: 1059 m / 859 m After breakfast, we will drive for 30 minutes from Sary Mogul village north to the starting point of the trek. We begin the trek by walking along for about an hour to the first viewpoint. Some parts are a bit challenging as the trail is narrow and the terrain is composed mainly of scree and small pebbles. We will take a break and enjoy the views of the Pamir Mountains from the viewpoint before descending into a valley for lunch. We will break for lunch by a riverbank with glacier views. After lunch, we will head to Sary Mogul Pass at 4,306 metres (1 hour). As you ascend, glaciated peaks and alpine lakes will begin to appear. At the top of the pass, we will see Besh Kol – this viewpoint has stunning views of the alpine lakes and nearby peaks. After descending we will walk down to the campsite at 3,557 metres. Enjoy your dinner under the stars at the yurt camp.
Day 4: TREK TO KOSH MOINOK VALLEY VIA KYZYL SHORO VILLAGE
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Shared yurt camp
Alay Mountains
  • 8h
Trekking distance/time: 19,4 km, 7-8 hours Ascent: 866 m Descent: 1596 m Day four starts easy and downhill. The trail winds through the valley, crossing rivers and shifting from rocky alpine to green terrain with juniper bushes. Look back for glacier and peak views. Pass grazing cows and yurts, stopping for tea and lunch. Reach Little Sary Mogul village, then walk 3.5 km on a dusty road to Kyzyl Shoro village for lunch and a hot shower at a homestay. Head east to a gorge, ascending 860 m to Koshmoinok Pass at 3,210 m. Descend into Koshmoinok Valley for dinner and an overnight stay in a yurt at 2,800 m.
Day 5: TO JIPTICK YURT CAMP VIA KOZHOKELEN VILLAGE OVER SARY BELL PASS
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Shared yurt camp
Alay Mountains
  • 4h
Trekking distance/time: 24 km, 9 hours Ascent: 1299 m Descent: 1095 m After breakfast, cross a stream and ascend to Sarybell Pass at 3,132 m (1 hour) for views of the Kichik Alay Mountains. Follow the path along hillsides to the stunning 'Three Dragon Gorge' with red rock formations, snow-covered Pamir landscapes, and varied alpine views. Descend through red rocks into a cliffed riverbed, reaching Kozhokelen village in 3 hours. Enjoy a late lunch in a guesthouse with hot showers and internet. Walk along the river to a yurt camp at Jiptick Pass’s base (3 hours), passing through a scenic gorge with evergreen trees. Enjoy dinner with a local family and stay overnight in a yurt.
Day 6: TREK TO YURT CAMP AT DARBAZATASH VALLEY OVER JIPTICK PASS AT 4,185 METERS
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Shared yurt camp
Jiptok Pass
  • 8h
Trekking distance/time: 16 km, 8 hours Ascent: 1150 m Descent: 931 m From the yurt camp, the trail ascends gradually along the river to the foot of Jiptick Pass (1 hour). Take the switchbacks to the pass (2 hours). Jiptick Pass (4,185 metres) is breathtaking. In the distance, you can see the Pamir Mountains. Lenin Peak (7,134 metres) can also be seen in the distance during clear weather. Break for lunch. The path descends steeply down to Darbazatash Valley (3 hours). Arrive in the valley (3274 metres). Dinner and overnight stay at the yurt camp.
Day 7: SARY-MOGOL VILLAGE – TULPAR KOL LAKE
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Shared yurt camp
Lake Tulpar-Kol
  • 5h
Trekking distance/time: 11 km, 3 hours Ascent: 40 m Descent: 320 m Walk to Sary Mogul village (3 hours). Arrive at your homestay and enjoy a home-cooked lunch. Take a shower and enjoy the WiFi*. After lunch, we will drive to the yurt camp at Tulpar Kol Lake near Lenin Peak Base Camp (1 hour). Tulpar Kol is a series of lakes set in the foothills of Pamir Mountain – it is a great spot for photography and easy walking. Dinner and overnight stay in a yurt.
Day 8: TREK TO TRAVELLERS’S PASS (4150 metres) – OSH CITY
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included
Lake Tulpar-Kol
  • 8h
Trekking distance/time: 20 km, 6 hours Ascent: 760 m Descent: 760 m Driving: 5 hours Wake up early. After breakfast, we will head south from Tulpar Kol to the alpinist Peak Lenin Base Camp. After passing the Base Camp, we will begin the ascent to Traveller’s Pass. The trail goes slowly up except for the last 20 minutes where it becomes a steep zigzag trail that ends up on the Traveller’s Pass at 4,150 metres. Enjoy the magnificent views of glaciers tumbling off the massive peak. Go to the viewpoint on the right of the pass and get an even better view of Lenin Peak at 7,134 metres, the highest peak in this Pamir-Alay Mountains. Break for lunch there. Return to the yurt camp in the same way you came. Say goodbye to Pamirs and drive back to Osh city (5 hours).

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAlay Mountains
    • Osh, Kyrgyzstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLECBT Osh tourist information center
    • Aliev
    • 723500, Osh, Osh City, Kyrgyzstan

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