Trekking Kyrgyzstan: 800 m to 4,000 m
Ten days from the green capital over high passes to Kel-Suu Lake on the Chinese border
- Duration
- 10 days
- Walking
- Up to 7–8 hours on trek days
- Level
- Moderate to challenging
- Max. altitude
- 4,000 m
- Yurt camp
- 4 nights
- Price
- On request
Welcome to Kyrgyzstan!
We are thrilled to welcome you to the “Trekking Kyrgyzstan: 800 m to 4,000 m” tour — an expedition designed for active travelers, mountain lovers and alpine trail enthusiasts.
Your journey begins in the green capital (800 m) and climbs through dramatic mountain passes, ancient Silk Road caravanserais and remote alpine lakes, reaching up to 4,000 meters above sea level. Ahead lie treks over the Uzbek-Ashuu Pass, the rugged beauty of Tash-Rabat, the calm waters of Son-Kul Lake and the hidden sheer cliffs of Kel-Suu Lake near the Chinese border.
Gear up for active days, pure mountain air and cozy nights in traditional yurt camps beneath starry skies!
The route
A loop from Bishkek via Kyzart and the Uzbek-Ashuu Pass to Son-Kul, south to the Silk Road caravanserai of Tash-Rabat, on to Kel-Suu Lake near the Chinese border and back through Kochkor.
- Bishkek Day 1
- Kyzart Day 2
- Son-Kul Lake Day 3–4
- Tash-Rabat Day 5–6
- Kel-Suu Day 7–8
- Kochkor Day 9
- Bishkek Day 10
Day by day
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Day 1: Bishkek — City Tour
Explore the green capital: the bustling Osh Bazaar, the Philharmonic Hall, the White House, Ala-Too Central Square, the National Historical Museum and Victory Square.
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Day 2: Bishkek — Kyzart
Leaving Bishkek, we visit the 11th-century Burana Tower and hike through the red clay rock formations of Konorchek Canyon. Lunch in Boom Gorge, then on to Kyzart village.
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Day 3: Kyzart — Son-Kul Lake via the Uzbek-Ashuu Pass
A full-day trek over the Uzbek-Ashuu Pass to high-altitude Son-Kul Lake. We climb through alpine meadows and descend to a yurt camp on the lakeshore.
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Day 4: Son-Kul Lake — Rest & Explore
An acclimatization and rest day at the lake. A guided walk along the shore and over the hills, or optional horseback riding. Get to know the traditions of local shepherds.
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Day 5: Son-Kul — Tash-Rabat via the “33 Parrots” Pass
We descend along the winding mountain road of the “33 Parrots” pass. Lunch stop in Naryn (not included). Arrival in the historic Tash-Rabat gorge to explore the 15th-century stone caravanserai. In the evening, an optional traditional sauna (banya).
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Day 6: Tash-Rabat Pass Trek
A challenging day hike up to the Tash-Rabat Pass (~4,000 m) with views over Lake Chatyr-Kul and the Pamir range.
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Day 7: Tash-Rabat — Kel-Suu Lake Area
An overland drive toward the Kok-Kiya Valley near the Chinese border, with border-zone checkpoints on the way. Check-in at the high-altitude base yurt camp.
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Day 8: Kel-Suu Lake — Exploration Day
A trek to the unique Kel-Suu Lake, enclosed by a canyon. Explore the dramatic cliffs and emerald water along the shore before returning to camp.
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Day 9: Kel-Suu — Kochkor
A long scenic drive from the remote highlands down to Kochkor village. Stay at a cozy family guesthouse with a home-cooked dinner and a live Kyrgyz folklore show.
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Day 10: Kochkor — Bishkek — Departure
Morning transfer from Kochkor to Bishkek or directly to Manas International Airport for your flight home. End of the tour.
Photos from the route
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