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Pamir Alay Mountains Trekking

Trekking to the Lenin Peak via the Picturesque Kozho-Kelen Valley

 

Tour destinations: Kyrgyzstan, Pamir-Alay area
Itinerary (Osh–Osh) 8 days: Osh – Kosh-Moynok Pass – Kozho-Kelen village – Dzhiptyk Pass – "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt сamp – Osh
Itinerary (Osh–Osh) 12 days: Osh – Kosh-Moynok Pass – Kozho-Kelen village – Dzhiptyk Pass – "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt сamp – “Sunny” Camp 1 – Yukhin peak (5130 m) – Osh
Itinerary (Bishkek–Bishkek) 9 days: Bishkek – Osh – Kosh-Moynok Pass – Kozho-Kelen village – Dzhiptyk Pass – "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt сamp – Osh – Bishkek
Itinerary (Bishkek–Bishkek) 13 days: Bishkek – Osh – Kosh-Moynok Pass – Kozho-Kelen village – Dzhiptyk Pass – "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt сamp – “Sunny” Camp 1 – Yukhin peak (5130 m) – Osh – Bishkek

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Trekking in the Pamir Mountains: Kichik-Alai, Alai Valley and Trans-Alai Range

The trekking begins in a scenic area of Pamir – the Kickik-Alay region (“Small Alay”) near the Kozho-Kelen valley. While moving along the Alay Range we will cross two high-mountain passes to reach the canyon with waterfall and red rocks forming the "Three Dragon Gorge". Then, ascending a mountain Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m) and seeing Lenin Peak (7134 m) and all Trans-Alay range for the first time spread out in all its glory is one of the most memorable experience of that trekking.

The Pamir Alay valley, located between Alay and Trans Alay Range of Pamir mountain system, is one of the most spectacular and rugged landscapes.

Hiking in the surroundings of Pamir Alay valley, enjoy the incredible glaciers, colorful mountains, turquoise lakes, splendid views from Travellers' Pass (4150 m) and traditions of local nomads. Trek up to the foot of the famous Lenin Peak to the Sunny camp (4400 m) and ascend the top of nearby Yukhin Peak (5130 m). It’s easy climb summit over 5000 meters which not require any special equipment or advanced training level.

It’s an unbelievably beautiful hike, made better by a handful of cozy yurt camps and mountain glampings that provide comfort along the way. This entire region of Alay Mountains make this under-explored side of the Pamirs great for travelers looking to expand their horizons in one of the most popular destinations for trekking in Kyrgyzstan.
  • OSH – OSH
  • BISHKEK – BISHKEK

 

  • Itinerary,
    8 days
  • Itinerary,
    12 days

 

Tour program 8 days:
Day 1. Arrival in Osh.
Meeting at the airport of Osh. Transfer and check in at the hotel after 14:00. Visit the main sights of the city – the local bazaar and Sulayman-Too mountain.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2. Transfer Osh – Kyzyl-Shoro village.
Travel time: 3 h; distance: 120 km.
The road to the village of Kyzyl-Shoro, located at an altitude of 2400 m above sea level, passes through the picturesque Papan reservoir, and then along the Ak-Buura river.
Lunch at a guesthouse upon arrival.
Trekking to the Kosh-Moinok river valley.
Travel time: 5 h; distance: 10 km; altitude difference: +850 m, -450 m.
Crossing the Kosh-Moinok pass (3250 m). A majestic panorama of the Kichik Alay range with peaks of 4000–5000 m opens from the pass. Descent to the Kosh-Moinok river valley.
Accommodation in a yurt camp located in the meadow near a fabulous juniper forest.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight at a yurt camp (2800 m).

Day 3. Sary-Bel River valley – Kojo-Kelen village.
Travel time: 5 h; distance: 12 km; altitude difference: +400 m, -970 m.
Crossing over the Sary-Bel pass (3200 m) to the picturesque valley of Kojokelen with its unusual red rock formations.
Lunch in the clearing of the holy Kojo-Kelen cave, also known as the “Blue Grotto”. After lunch, walk along the canyon to the waterfalls and red rocks forming the "Three Dragon Gorge".
Accommodation in cozy guesthouse in the charming village nestled among the foothills. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal and overnight in a guesthouse. Hot showers, electricity, and internet are available in the village.


Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight at a guest house (2230 m).

Day 4. Kozho-Kelen – Dzhiptyk pass.
Travel time: 8 h; distance: 18 km; altitude difference: +1280 m.
Passing up along the valley of the Ak-Buura river to the Dzhiptyk pass (sometimes Jiptyk pass) through alpine meadows and high-mountain pastures.
Accommodation at a yurt camp on a small meadow by a natural stream.


Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight at a yurt camp (3510 m).

Day 5. Crossing over the Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m), descent to the Alay valley.
Travel time: 8 h; distance: 18 km; altitude difference: +675 m, -1015 m.
Climb up to the Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m), where we will get to witness a breathtaking panorama of the sparkly snowy and icy hills of the Trans-Alay range with its dominant peak – the Lenin Peak (7134 m). When the weather is nice, you can also see some other peaks of the Pamir mountains – the Communism peak (7495 m) and the Korzhenevskaya peak (7105 m).
Descent to the Darbaza Tash village located near famous Sary-Mogol village to the transportation pick-up spot.
Transfer to the “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp.
Travel time: 2 hrs; distance: 40 km
Transfer to the yurt camp located on the Edelweiss meadow at the foot of Lenin Peak. Arrival at the camp, accommodation, lunch.
Walking to the Lukovaya (Leek) Meadow (3800 m).
Travel time: 3 hrs; altitude difference: +200 m, -200 m.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

Переход к перевалу Джиптык
Day 6. Hiking to sacred Tulpar-Kel Lake.
Travel time: 5 hrs; altitude difference: -100 m, +100 m.
Hiking to the lake. Locals say that everybody should come to this lake only with bright thoughts. We will see yurts of local people. Getting familiar with nomadic way of life and traditions of Kyrgyz nomads.
In the northern part of the lake Tulpar Kol, there is fantastic viewpoint to the Lenin Peak against the turquoise lake.
Return to the Base camp, rest.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

Day 7. Hiking to a scenic viewing point on the Petrovskiy Peak ridge.
Travel time: 4–5 hrs; altitude difference: +500 m, -500 m.
Trek up to 4150 m. and enjoy the stunning circular panorama of the picturesque Alai Valley, colorful lakes, the majestic Trans-Alay Range and its main peak – Lenin Peak (7134 m).
Return to the camp. Lunch.
Transfer to Osh.
Travel time: 5 h; distance: 280 km.
Transfer to Osh through the famous Alay Valley, high-altitude Taldyk pass (3645 m) and Chiirchik pass (2408 m).
Arrival in Osh. Check-in at the hotel.

Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8. Departure from Osh.
Transfer to the airport. The end of the program.

Meals: breakfast.

The cost of the tour:
Type of accommodation: Standard (tents)
“Edelweiss Meadow” camp		 Comfort (yurts)
“Edelweiss Meadow” camp
The cost for 1 person 880 USD 1070 USD
SGL accommodation
+60 USD +120 USD

This tour is guaranteed and will be arranged whatever final number of persons in a group.

The cost of the tour includes:

  • Meeting and seeing off at the airport.
  • All transfers according to the program.
  • All needed documents arrangement for visiting the region, ecological fee.
  • Accommodation:
    • Accommodation in hotel 3* on twin/double sharing basis with breakfast in Osh (2 nights).
    • Accommodation in "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m):
    • Standard Option - accommodation in heated camping tents.
    • Comfort Option - accommodation in a comfortable heated yurt, 1–2 persons in a yurt.
  • Meals - full board during the entire trekking route.
  • Services of an English-speaking mountain guide during the entire trekking route.
  • Equipment rental (free of charge):
  • Services for personal luggage transportation (up to 10 kg) by horses during the trekking route

The cost of the tour does not include:

  • Visa invitations and visa fees (if necessary).
  • International flights.
  • Health insurance.
  • Meals in Osh (except breakfast at the hotels).

Additional Services:

  • Supplement for additional night on arrival or departure in hotel 3*:
    • single room – 45 USD/per room /per night,
    • double room – 55 USD/per room /per night.

    • Bonuses from the Сompany:

    • A certificate confirming the achievement of a certain altitude above sea level.

    Accommodation.
    This tour comes with the following accommodation:

    Location Accommodation
    Osh Sunrise Osh Hotel 3* or similar
    Yurt campsites on the trekking route Accommodation in yurts 3-4 persons in a yurt
    Kozho-Kelen village Accommodation in a guest house, 3-4 persons in a room
    Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp Standard Option – accommodation in camping tents, 1-2 persons in a tent

    Comfort Option – accommodation in yurts, 1-2 persons in a yurt
    ► Hotels.
    We offer accommodation in cozy hotels often decorated in a national style. It is completely unique: it combines modern comfort and a unique culture of hospitality.
    ► Yurt campsites on the trekking route
    Yurt camps consist of three to four yurts. Guests are accommodated in yurts with kurpachas – national mattresses for sleeping; three to four guests will be lodged in each yurt. All guests are provided with warm sleeping bags to take with them throughout the entire route. All meals are served at the traditional yurt dining hall that is traditionally decorated with Oriental-style elements: guests dine at a dastarkhan, which is a traditional tablecloth that gets laid on the ground of the yurt and guests sit around it. The campsites feature sinks with cold water and restrooms with toilets.

    ► Guest house .
    Accommodation in guest houses will allow you to take a dip into traditions and habits of local people. These are traditional houses located in remote mountain villages.

    ► "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp
    - Standard Option – accommodation in heated camping tents, 1–2 persons per tent. The tents are equipped with electricity, individual heaters, beds, mattresses, blankets, pillows and changeable bed linen: flat sheets, bed sheets, and pillowcases.
    - Comfort Option – accommodation in a comfortable yurt, 1–2 persons per yurt. The yurt is equipped with private bathroom (shower cabin, toilet, hot and cold water); heating, electricity, beds with changeable bed linen, wardrobes, desk, armchairs, electric kettle, toiletries, hairdryer; towels.

    Recommended clothes and equipment
    1 A moderate-sized backpack to hike with (30-40 l).
    2 Transport trunk. Not essential, but it facilitates the horseback transportation of the luggage.
    3 Sun cream (SPF 25-40).
    4 Sunglasses.
    5 Trekking boots.
    6 Hiking shoes to travel within and near the camp.
    7 Downy jacket.
    8 Assault jacket GORE-TEX.
    9 Assault trousers GORE-TEX.
    10 Thin thermal underwear – optional.
    11 Thin gloves and thick insulated gloves.
    12 Peaked cap or panama hat + insulated winter hat.
    13 Knitted T-shirts.
    14 Thermal socks + casual socks.
    15 Lip balm.
    16 Personal first-aid kit.

    Transport
    During the tour the following types of transport will be provided depending on the number of people in a group:

    Group Venicle
    Group 1–3 pax "Mitsubishi Delica"
    Group 4–15 pax "Mercedes-Benz Sprinter"

     

    Tour program 12 days:
    Day 1. Arrival in Osh.
    Meeting at the airport of Osh. Transfer and check in at the hotel after 14:00. Visit the main sights of the city – the local bazaar and Sulayman-Too mountain.

    Overnight at the hotel.

    Day 2. Transfer Osh – Kyzyl-Shoro village.
    Travel time: 3 h; distance: 120 km.
    The road to the village of Kyzyl-Shoro, located at an altitude of 2400 m above sea level, passes through the picturesque Papan reservoir, and then along the Ak-Buura river.
    Lunch at a guesthouse upon arrival.
    Trekking to the Kosh-Moinok river valley.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 10 km; altitude difference: +850 m, -450 m.
    Crossing the Kosh-Moinok pass (3250 m). A majestic panorama of the Kichik Alay range with peaks of 4000–5000 m opens from the pass. Descent to the Kosh-Moinok river valley.
    Accommodation in a yurt camp located in the meadow near a fabulous juniper forest.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a yurt camp (2800 m).

    Day 3. Sary-Bel River valley – Kojo-Kelen village.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 12 km; altitude difference: +400 m, -970 m.
    Crossing over the Sary-Bel pass (3200 m) to the picturesque valley of Kojokelen with its unusual red rock formations.
    Lunch in the clearing of the holy Kojo-Kelen cave, also known as the “Blue Grotto”. After lunch, walk along the canyon to the waterfalls and red rocks forming the "Three Dragon Gorge".
    Accommodation in cozy guesthouse in the charming village nestled among the foothills. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal and overnight in a guesthouse. Hot showers, electricity, and internet are available in the village.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a guest house (2230 m).

    Day 4. Kozho-Kelen – Dzhiptyk pass.
    Travel time: 8 h; distance: 18 km; altitude difference: +1280 m.
    Passing up along the valley of the Ak-Buura river to the Dzhiptyk pass (sometimes Jiptyk pass) through alpine meadows and high-mountain pastures.
    Accommodation at a yurt camp on a small meadow by a natural stream.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a yurt camp (3510 m).

    Day 5. Crossing over the Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m), descent to the Alay valley.
    Travel time: 8 h; distance: 18 km; altitude difference: +675 m, -1015 m.
    Climb up to the Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m), where we will get to witness a breathtaking panorama of the sparkly snowy and icy hills of the Trans-Alay range with its dominant peak – the Lenin Peak (7134 m). When the weather is nice, you can also see some other peaks of the Pamir mountains – the Communism peak (7495 m) and the Korzhenevskaya peak (7105 m).
    Descent to the Darbaza Tash village located near famous Sary-Mogol village to the transportation pick-up spot.
    Transfer to the “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp.
    Travel time: 2 hrs; distance: 40 km
    Transfer to the yurt camp located on the Edelweiss meadow at the foot of Lenin Peak. Arrival at the camp, accommodation, lunch.
    Walking to the Lukovaya (Leek) Meadow (3800 m).
    Travel time: 3 hrs; altitude difference: +200 m, -200 m.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

    Переход к перевалу Джиптык
    Day 6. Hiking to sacred Tulpar-Kel Lake.
    Travel time: 5 hrs; altitude difference: -100 m, +100 m.
    Hiking to the lake. Locals say that everybody should come to this lake only with bright thoughts. We will see yurts of local people. Getting familiar with nomadic way of life and traditions of Kyrgyz nomads.
    In the northern part of the lake Tulpar Kol, there is fantastic viewpoint to the Lenin Peak against the turquoise lake.
    Return to the Base camp, rest.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

    Day 7. Hiking to a scenic viewing point on the Petrovskiy Peak ridge (4150 m).
    Travel time: 4–5 hrs; altitude difference: +500 m, -500 m.
    Trek up to 4150 m. and enjoy the stunning circular panorama of the picturesque Alai Valley, colorful lakes, the majestic Trans-Alay Range and its main peak – Lenin Peak (7134 m).
    Return to the camp.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

    Day 8. Trekking to “Sunny” Camp 1 (4400 m) to the foot of Lenin Peak.
    Travel time: 6-7 hours; distance: 12 km; altitude difference: +800 m.
    The route is led by a guide, without special equipment.
    Trek up to the Puteshestvennikov (Travelers) Pass (4150 m). From there, we will make our way down to the long valley that has been forged by tonnes of ice from the Lenin Glacier. After that, the trail turns into a virtually horizontal surface and stretches in parallel to the left moraine dump over a very long distance. Then we cross a wild mountain river and ascent the trail that leads to the Lenin Glacier. Afterwards, we move along the body of the glacier until we reach advance Camp 1, which is located on the middle moraine.
    Accommodation at the “Sunny” camp. Leisure time.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at "Sunny” camp (4400 m).

    Day 9. Ascent to Yukhin Peak (5130 m). Descent to “Solnechniy” Camp 1 (4400 m).
    Distance: 12 km; altitude difference: +730 m; -730 m.
    The route is led by a guide, without special equipment.
    Stage 1: Starting from Camp 1 (4400 m) on the middle moraine of the Lenin glacier. Traversing the glacier crosswise and beginning to ascend the left (orographically) moraine of the Lenin Glacier.
    Stage 2: Ascending the moraine’s ridge. The slope’s steepness reaches 20–25°. Entering a gentler area and crossing it towards the southern slope – to a wide couloir leading directly onto the summit of Yukhin Peak (5130 m).
    Stage 3: Ascending the right (in the direction of the movement) side of the couloir, the slope’s steepness reaches 30° in some places. Most of the time we walk on snow, in some places on scree of small or medium-size stones. Left turn after the emergence from the couloir. After walking for some 15meters on a narrow snow-covered ridge we reach the upper plateau just beneath the peak and the summit proper.
    Stage 4: The group will descend the mountain along the same route as they climbed it.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Solnechniy” Camp 1 (4400 m).

    Day 10. Descent to “Edelweiss Meadow” Base Camp (3600 m).
    Distance: 5 km; altitude difference: -800 m.
    Descent to the “Edelweiss Meadow” Base camp (3600 m) by taking the familiar trail through the Traveler’s Pass. Enjoy stunning colored rocks, stone towers and the "Land's Edge" canyon in the Achik-Tash river valley.
    On arrival in the Base camp – dinner and rest.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” Base camp (3600 m).

    Day 11. Transfer to Osh.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 280 km.
    After lunch transfer to Osh through the famous Alay Valley, high-altitude Taldyk pass (3645 m) and Chiirchik pass (2408 m).
    Arrival in Osh. Check-in at the hotel. We recommend a walk around the city and a visit to the Osh Bazaar, where you can buy national souvenirs.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch.
    Overnight at the hotel.

    Day 12. Departure from Osh.
    Transfer to the airport. The end of the program.

    Meals: breakfast.

    The cost of the tour:
    Type of accommodation: Standard (tents)
    “Edelweiss Meadow” camp    		 Comfort (yurts)
    “Edelweiss Meadow” camp
    The cost for 1 person 1250 USD 1520 USD
    SGL accommodation
    		+100 USD +260 USD

    This tour is guaranteed and will be arranged whatever final number of persons in a group.

    The cost of the tour includes:

    • Meeting and seeing off at the airport.
    • All transfers according to the program.
    • All needed documents arrangement for visiting the region, ecological fee.
    • Accommodation:
      • Accommodation in hotel 3* on twin/double sharing basis with breakfast in Osh (2 nights).
      • Accommodation in yurt camps, 3-4 persons in a yurt (day 2 and day 4).
      • Accommodation in a guesthouse in the Kozho-Kelen village, 3-4 persons in a room.
      • Accommodation in "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m):
      • Standard Option - accommodation in heated camping tents.
      • Comfort Option - accommodation in a comfortable heated yurt, 1–2 persons in a yurt.
      • Accommodation in "Sunny” Camp 1 (4400 m): camping tents with wooden decks, thermal isolation, foam mattresses.
    • Meals - full board during the entire trekking route.
    • Services of an English-speaking mountain guide during the entire trekking route.
    • Equipment rental (free of charge):
    • Services for personal luggage transportation (up to 10 kg) by horses during the trekking route

    The cost of the tour does not include:

    • Visa invitations and visa fees (if necessary).
    • International flights.
    • Health insurance.
    • Meals in Osh (except breakfast at the hotels).

    Additional Services:

  • Supplement for additional night on arrival or departure in hotel 3*:
    • single room – 45 USD/per room /per night,
    • double room – 55 USD/per room /per night.

    • Bonuses from the Сompany:

    • A certificate confirming the achievement of a certain altitude above sea level.

    Accommodation.
    This tour comes with the following accommodation:

    Location Accommodation
    Osh Sunrise Osh Hotel 3* or similar
    Yurt campsites on the trekking route Accommodation in yurts 3-4 persons in a yurt
    Kozho-Kelen village Accommodation in a guest house, 3-4 persons in a room
    Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp Standard Option – accommodation in camping tents, 1-2 persons in a tent

    Comfort Option – accommodation in yurts, 1-2 persons in a yurt
    “Sunny” Camp 1 (4400 m) Accommodation in camping tents
    ► Hotels.
    We offer accommodation in cozy hotels often decorated in a national style. It is completely unique: it combines modern comfort and a unique culture of hospitality.
    ► Yurt campsites on the trekking route
    Yurt camps consist of three to four yurts. Guests are accommodated in yurts with kurpachas – national mattresses for sleeping; three to four guests will be lodged in each yurt. All guests are provided with warm sleeping bags to take with them throughout the entire route. All meals are served at the traditional yurt dining hall that is traditionally decorated with Oriental-style elements: guests dine at a dastarkhan, which is a traditional tablecloth that gets laid on the ground of the yurt and guests sit around it. The campsites feature sinks with cold water and restrooms with toilets.

    ► Guest house .
    Accommodation in guest houses will allow you to take a dip into traditions and habits of local people. These are traditional houses located in remote mountain villages.

    ► "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp
    - Standard Option – accommodation in heated camping tents, 1–2 persons per tent. The tents are equipped with electricity, individual heaters, beds, mattresses, blankets, pillows and changeable bed linen: flat sheets, bed sheets, and pillowcases.
    - Comfort Option – accommodation in a comfortable yurt, 1–2 persons per yurt. The yurt is equipped with private bathroom (shower cabin, toilet, hot and cold water); heating, electricity, beds with changeable bed linen, wardrobes, desk, armchairs, electric kettle, toiletries, hairdryer; towels.

    ► "Solnechniy/ Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m)
    Accommodation in spacious camping tents. The tents are equipped with wooden decks, thermal isolation, foam mattresses. On the territory of “Sunny” camp there are a washstand and toilet, camping shower, camping sauna, Wi-Fi, luggage storage room, heated dining yurt, and a first-aid post.
    Recommended clothes and equipment
    1 A moderate-sized backpack to hike with (30-40 l).
    2 Transport trunk. Not essential, but it facilitates the horseback transportation of the luggage.
    3 Sun cream (SPF 25-40).
    4 Sunglasses.
    5 Trekking boots.
    6 Hiking shoes to travel within and near the camp.
    7 Downy jacket.
    8 Assault jacket GORE-TEX.
    9 Assault trousers GORE-TEX.
    10 Thin thermal underwear – optional.
    11 Thin gloves and thick insulated gloves.
    12 Peaked cap or panama hat + insulated winter hat.
    13 Knitted T-shirts.
    14 Thermal socks + casual socks.
    15 Lip balm.
    16 Personal first-aid kit.

    Transport
    During the tour the following types of transport will be provided depending on the number of people in a group:

    Group Venicle
    Group 1–3 pax "Mitsubishi Delica"
    Group 4–15 pax "Mercedes-Benz Sprinter"

     

    • Itinerary,
      9 days
    • Itinerary,
      13 days

     

    Tour program 9 days:
    Day 1. Arrival in Bishkek. Domestic flight Bishkek – Osh.
    Arrival in the international airport “Manas” (Bishkek).
    Domestic flight to Osh. Meeting at the airport of Osh. Transfer and check in at the hotel after 14:00. Visit the main sights of the city – the local bazaar and Sulayman-Too mountain.

    Overnight at the hotel.

    Day 2. Transfer Osh – Kyzyl-Shoro village.
    Travel time: 3 h; distance: 120 km.
    The road to the village of Kyzyl-Shoro, located at an altitude of 2400 m above sea level, passes through the picturesque Papan reservoir, and then along the Ak-Buura river.
    Lunch at a guesthouse upon arrival.
    Trekking to the Kosh-Moinok river valley.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 10 km; altitude difference: +850 m, -450 m.
    Crossing the Kosh-Moinok pass (3250 m). A majestic panorama of the Kichik Alay range with peaks of 4000–5000 m opens from the pass. Descent to the Kosh-Moinok river valley.
    Accommodation in a yurt camp located in the meadow near a fabulous juniper forest.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a yurt camp (2800 m).

    Day 3. Sary-Bel River valley – Kojo-Kelen village.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 12 km; altitude difference: +400 m, -970 m.
    Crossing over the Sary-Bel pass (3200 m) to the picturesque valley of Kojokelen with its unusual red rock formations.
    Lunch in the clearing of the holy Kojo-Kelen cave, also known as the “Blue Grotto”. After lunch, walk along the canyon to the waterfalls and red rocks forming the "Three Dragon Gorge".
    Accommodation in cozy guesthouse in the charming village nestled among the foothills. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal and overnight in a guesthouse. Hot showers, electricity, and internet are available in the village.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a guest house (2230 m).

    Day 4. Kozho-Kelen – Dzhiptyk pass.
    Travel time: 8 h; distance: 18 km; altitude difference: +1280 m.
    Passing up along the valley of the Ak-Buura river to the Dzhiptyk pass (sometimes Jiptyk pass) through alpine meadows and high-mountain pastures.
    Accommodation at a yurt camp on a small meadow by a natural stream.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a yurt camp (3510 m).

    Day 5. Crossing over the Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m), descent to the Alay valley.
    Travel time: 8 h; distance: 18 km; altitude difference: +675 m, -1015 m.
    Climb up to the Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m), where we will get to witness a breathtaking panorama of the sparkly snowy and icy hills of the Trans-Alay range with its dominant peak – the Lenin Peak (7134 m). When the weather is nice, you can also see some other peaks of the Pamir mountains – the Communism peak (7495 m) and the Korzhenevskaya peak (7105 m).
    Descent to the Darbaza Tash village located near famous Sary-Mogol village to the transportation pick-up spot.
    Transfer to the “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp.
    Travel time: 2 hrs; distance: 40 km
    Transfer to the yurt camp located on the Edelweiss meadow at the foot of Lenin Peak. Arrival at the camp, accommodation, lunch.
    Walking to the Lukovaya (Leek) Meadow (3800 m).
    Travel time: 3 hrs; altitude difference: +200 m, -200 m.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

    Переход к перевалу Джиптык
    Day 6. Hiking to sacred Tulpar-Kel Lake.
    Travel time: 5 hrs; altitude difference: -100 m, +100 m.
    Hiking to the lake. Locals say that everybody should come to this lake only with bright thoughts. We will see yurts of local people. Getting familiar with nomadic way of life and traditions of Kyrgyz nomads.
    In the northern part of the lake Tulpar Kol, there is fantastic viewpoint to the Lenin Peak against the turquoise lake.
    Return to the Base camp, rest.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

    Day 7. Hiking to a scenic viewing point on the Petrovskiy Peak ridge.
    Travel time: 4–5 hrs; altitude difference: +500 m, -500 m.
    Trek up to 4150 m. and enjoy the stunning circular panorama of the picturesque Alai Valley, colorful lakes, the majestic Trans-Alay Range and its main peak – Lenin Peak (7134 m).
    Return to the camp. Lunch.
    Transfer to Osh.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 280 km.
    Transfer to Osh through the famous Alay Valley, high-altitude Taldyk pass (3645 m) and Chiirchik pass (2408 m).
    Arrival in Osh. Check-in at the hotel.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch.
    Overnight at the hotel.

    Day 8. Domestic flight Osh – Bishkek.
    Transfer to the airport. Domestic flight to Bishkek. Meeting at the airport of Bishkek. Transfer and check-in at the hotel after 14:00. Leisure time.

    Meals: breakfast.
    Overnight at the hotel.

    Day 9. Departure from Bishkek.
    Transfer to the airport. The end of the program.

    Meals: breakfast.

    The cost of the tour:
    Type of accommodation: Standard (tents)
    “Edelweiss Meadow” camp    		 Comfort (yurts)
    “Edelweiss Meadow” camp
    The cost for 1 person 1120 USD 1310 USD
    SGL accommodation
    		+100 USD +160 USD

    This tour is guaranteed and will be arranged whatever final number of persons in a group.

    The cost of the tour includes:

    • Meeting and seeing off at the airport.
    • All transfers according to the program.
    • All needed documents arrangement for visiting the region, ecological fee.
    • Domestic flight Bishkek – Osh – Bishkek (Economy class, weight limit for luggage is 15 kg).
    • Accommodation:
      • Accommodation in hotel 3* on twin/double sharing basis with breakfast in Osh (2 nights) and Bishkek (1 night).
      • Accommodation in "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m):
      • Standard Option - accommodation in heated camping tents.
      • Comfort Option - accommodation in a comfortable heated yurt, 1–2 persons in a yurt.
    • Meals - full board during the entire trekking route.
    • Services of an English-speaking mountain guide during the entire trekking route.
    • Equipment rental (free of charge):
    • Services for personal luggage transportation (up to 10 kg) by horses during the trekking route

    The cost of the tour does not include:

    • Visa invitations and visa fees (if necessary).
    • International flights.
    • Health insurance.
    • Meals in Osh and Bishkek (except breakfast at the hotels).

    Additional Services:

  • Supplement for additional night on arrival or departure in hotel 3*:
    • single room – 45 USD/per room /per night,
    • double room – 55 USD/per room /per night.

    • Bonuses from the Сompany:

    • A certificate confirming the achievement of a certain altitude above sea level.

    Accommodation.
    This tour comes with the following accommodation:

    Location Accommodation
    Osh Sunrise Osh Hotel 3* or similar
    Yurt campsites on the trekking route Accommodation in yurts 3-4 persons in a yurt
    Kozho-Kelen village Accommodation in a guest house, 3-4 persons in a room
    Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp Standard Option – accommodation in camping tents, 1-2 persons in a tent

    Comfort Option – accommodation in yurts, 1-2 persons in a yurt
    Bishkek Olive Bishkek Hotel 3* or similar
    ► Hotels.
    We offer accommodation in cozy hotels often decorated in a national style. It is completely unique: it combines modern comfort and a unique culture of hospitality.
    ► Yurt campsites on the trekking route
    Yurt camps consist of three to four yurts. Guests are accommodated in yurts with kurpachas – national mattresses for sleeping; three to four guests will be lodged in each yurt. All guests are provided with warm sleeping bags to take with them throughout the entire route. All meals are served at the traditional yurt dining hall that is traditionally decorated with Oriental-style elements: guests dine at a dastarkhan, which is a traditional tablecloth that gets laid on the ground of the yurt and guests sit around it. The campsites feature sinks with cold water and restrooms with toilets.

    ► Guest house .
    Accommodation in guest houses will allow you to take a dip into traditions and habits of local people. These are traditional houses located in remote mountain villages.

    ► "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp
    - Standard Option – accommodation in heated camping tents, 1–2 persons per tent. The tents are equipped with electricity, individual heaters, beds, mattresses, blankets, pillows and changeable bed linen: flat sheets, bed sheets, and pillowcases.
    - Comfort Option – accommodation in a comfortable yurt, 1–2 persons per yurt. The yurt is equipped with private bathroom (shower cabin, toilet, hot and cold water); heating, electricity, beds with changeable bed linen, wardrobes, desk, armchairs, electric kettle, toiletries, hairdryer; towels.

    Recommended clothes and equipment
    1 A moderate-sized backpack to hike with (30-40 l).
    2 Transport trunk. Not essential, but it facilitates the horseback transportation of the luggage.
    3 Sun cream (SPF 25-40).
    4 Sunglasses.
    5 Trekking boots.
    6 Hiking shoes to travel within and near the camp.
    7 Downy jacket.
    8 Assault jacket GORE-TEX.
    9 Assault trousers GORE-TEX.
    10 Thin thermal underwear – optional.
    11 Thin gloves and thick insulated gloves.
    12 Peaked cap or panama hat + insulated winter hat.
    13 Knitted T-shirts.
    14 Thermal socks + casual socks.
    15 Lip balm.
    16 Personal first-aid kit.

    Transport
    During the tour the following types of transport will be provided depending on the number of people in a group:

    Group Venicle
    Group 1–3 pax "Mitsubishi Delica"
    Group 4–15 pax "Mercedes-Benz Sprinter"

     

    Tour program 13 days:
    Day 1. Arrival in Bishkek. Domestic flight Bishkek – Osh.
    Arrival in the international airport “Manas” (Bishkek).
    Domestic flight to Osh. Meeting at the airport of Osh. Transfer and check in at the hotel after 14:00. Visit the main sights of the city – the local bazaar and Sulayman-Too mountain.

    Overnight at the hotel.

    Day 2. Transfer Osh – Kyzyl-Shoro village.
    Travel time: 3 h; distance: 120 km.
    The road to the village of Kyzyl-Shoro, located at an altitude of 2400 m above sea level, passes through the picturesque Papan reservoir, and then along the Ak-Buura river.
    Lunch at a guesthouse upon arrival.
    Trekking to the Kosh-Moinok river valley.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 10 km; altitude difference: +850 m, -450 m.
    Crossing the Kosh-Moinok pass (3250 m). A majestic panorama of the Kichik Alay range with peaks of 4000–5000 m opens from the pass. Descent to the Kosh-Moinok river valley.
    Accommodation in a yurt camp located in the meadow near a fabulous juniper forest.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a yurt camp (2800 m).

    Day 3. Sary-Bel River valley – Kojo-Kelen village.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 12 km; altitude difference: +400 m, -970 m.
    Crossing over the Sary-Bel pass (3200 m) to the picturesque valley of Kojokelen with its unusual red rock formations.
    Lunch in the clearing of the holy Kojo-Kelen cave, also known as the “Blue Grotto”. After lunch, walk along the canyon to the waterfalls and red rocks forming the "Three Dragon Gorge".
    Accommodation in cozy guesthouse in the charming village nestled among the foothills. Enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal and overnight in a guesthouse. Hot showers, electricity, and internet are available in the village.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a guest house (2230 m).

    Day 4. Kozho-Kelen – Dzhiptyk pass.
    Travel time: 8 h; distance: 18 km; altitude difference: +1280 m.
    Passing up along the valley of the Ak-Buura river to the Dzhiptyk pass (sometimes Jiptyk pass) through alpine meadows and high-mountain pastures.
    Accommodation at a yurt camp on a small meadow by a natural stream.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at a yurt camp (3510 m).

    Day 5. Crossing over the Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m), descent to the Alay valley.
    Travel time: 8 h; distance: 18 km; altitude difference: +675 m, -1015 m.
    Climb up to the Dzhiptyk pass (4185 m), where we will get to witness a breathtaking panorama of the sparkly snowy and icy hills of the Trans-Alay range with its dominant peak – the Lenin Peak (7134 m). When the weather is nice, you can also see some other peaks of the Pamir mountains – the Communism peak (7495 m) and the Korzhenevskaya peak (7105 m).
    Descent to the Darbaza Tash village located near famous Sary-Mogol village to the transportation pick-up spot.
    Transfer to the “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp.
    Travel time: 2 hrs; distance: 40 km
    Transfer to the yurt camp located on the Edelweiss meadow at the foot of Lenin Peak. Arrival at the camp, accommodation, lunch.
    Walking to the Lukovaya (Leek) Meadow (3800 m).
    Travel time: 3 hrs; altitude difference: +200 m, -200 m.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

    Переход к перевалу Джиптык
    Day 6. Hiking to sacred Tulpar-Kel Lake.
    Travel time: 5 hrs; altitude difference: -100 m, +100 m.
    Hiking to the lake. Locals say that everybody should come to this lake only with bright thoughts. We will see yurts of local people. Getting familiar with nomadic way of life and traditions of Kyrgyz nomads.
    In the northern part of the lake Tulpar Kol, there is fantastic viewpoint to the Lenin Peak against the turquoise lake.
    Return to the Base camp, rest.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

    Day 7. Hiking to a scenic viewing point on the Petrovskiy Peak ridge (4150 m).
    Travel time: 4–5 hrs; altitude difference: +500 m, -500 m.
    Trek up to 4150 m. and enjoy the stunning circular panorama of the picturesque Alai Valley, colorful lakes, the majestic Trans-Alay Range and its main peak – Lenin Peak (7134 m).
    Return to the camp.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” camp (3600 m).

    Day 8. Trekking to “Sunny” Camp 1 (4400 m) to the foot of Lenin Peak.
    Travel time: 6-7 hours; distance: 12 km; altitude difference: +800 m.
    The route is led by a guide, without special equipment.
    Trek up to the Puteshestvennikov (Travelers) Pass (4150 m). From there, we will make our way down to the long valley that has been forged by tonnes of ice from the Lenin Glacier. After that, the trail turns into a virtually horizontal surface and stretches in parallel to the left moraine dump over a very long distance. Then we cross a wild mountain river and ascent the trail that leads to the Lenin Glacier. Afterwards, we move along the body of the glacier until we reach advance Camp 1, which is located on the middle moraine.
    Accommodation at the “Sunny” camp. Leisure time.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at "Sunny” camp (4400 m).

    Day 9. Ascent to Yukhin Peak (5130 m). Descent to “Solnechniy” Camp 1 (4400 m).
    Distance: 12 km; altitude difference: +730 m; -730 m.
    The route is led by a guide, without special equipment.
    Stage 1: Starting from Camp 1 (4400 m) on the middle moraine of the Lenin glacier. Traversing the glacier crosswise and beginning to ascend the left (orographically) moraine of the Lenin Glacier.
    Stage 2: Ascending the moraine’s ridge. The slope’s steepness reaches 20–25°. Entering a gentler area and crossing it towards the southern slope – to a wide couloir leading directly onto the summit of Yukhin Peak (5130 m).
    Stage 3: Ascending the right (in the direction of the movement) side of the couloir, the slope’s steepness reaches 30° in some places. Most of the time we walk on snow, in some places on scree of small or medium-size stones. Left turn after the emergence from the couloir. After walking for some 15meters on a narrow snow-covered ridge we reach the upper plateau just beneath the peak and the summit proper.
    Stage 4: The group will descend the mountain along the same route as they climbed it.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at "Sunny” camp (4400 m).

    Day 10. Descent to “Edelweiss Meadow” Base Camp (3600 m).
    Distance: 5 km; altitude difference: -800 m.
    Descent to the “Edelweiss Meadow” Base camp (3600 m) by taking the familiar trail through the Traveler’s Pass. Enjoy stunning colored rocks, stone towers and the "Land's Edge" canyon in the Achik-Tash river valley.
    On arrival in the Base camp – dinner and rest.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
    Overnight at “Edelweiss Meadow” Base camp (3600 m).

    Day 11. Transfer to Osh.
    Travel time: 5 h; distance: 280 km.
    After lunch transfer to Osh through the famous Alay Valley, high-altitude Taldyk pass (3645 m) and Chiirchik pass (2408 m).
    Arrival in Osh. Check-in at the hotel. We recommend a walk around the city and a visit to the Osh Bazaar, where you can buy national souvenirs.

    Meals: breakfast, lunch.
    Overnight at the hotel.

    Day 12. Domestic flight Osh – Bishkek.
    Transfer to the airport. Domestic flight to Bishkek. Meeting at the airport of Bishkek. Transfer and check-in at the hotel after 14:00. Leisure time.

    Meals: breakfast.
    Overnight at the hotel.

    Day 13. Departure from Bishkek.
    Transfer to the airport. The end of the program.

    Meals: breakfast.

    The cost of the tour:
    Type of accommodation: Standard (tents)
    “Edelweiss Meadow” camp    		 Comfort (yurts)
    “Edelweiss Meadow” camp
    The cost for 1 person 1490 USD 1760 USD
    SGL accommodation
    		+140 USD +300 USD

    This tour is guaranteed and will be arranged whatever final number of persons in a group.

    The cost of the tour includes:

    • Meeting and seeing off at the airport.
    • All transfers according to the program.
    • All needed documents arrangement for visiting the region, ecological fee.
    • Domestic flight Bishkek – Osh – Bishkek (Economy class, weight limit for luggage is 15 kg).
    • Accommodation:
      • Accommodation in hotel 3* on twin/double sharing basis with breakfast in Osh (2 nights) and Bishkek (1 night).
      • Accommodation in yurt camps, 3-4 persons in a yurt (day 2 and day 4).
      • Accommodation in a guesthouse in the Kozho-Kelen village, 3-4 persons in a room.
      • Accommodation in "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m):
      • Standard Option - accommodation in heated camping tents.
      • Comfort Option - accommodation in a comfortable heated yurt, 1–2 persons in a yurt.
      • Accommodation in "Sunny” Camp 1 (4400 m): camping tents with wooden decks, thermal isolation, foam mattresses.
    • Meals - full board during the entire trekking route.
    • Services of an English-speaking mountain guide during the entire trekking route.
    • Equipment rental (free of charge):
    • Services for personal luggage transportation (up to 10 kg) by horses during the trekking route

    The cost of the tour does not include:

    • Visa invitations and visa fees (if necessary).
    • International flights.
    • Health insurance.
    • Meals in Osh and Bishkek (except breakfast at the hotels).

    Additional Services:

  • Supplement for additional night on arrival or departure in hotel 3*:
    • single room – 45 USD/per room /per night,
    • double room – 55 USD/per room /per night.

    • Bonuses from the Сompany:

    • A certificate confirming the achievement of a certain altitude above sea level.

    Accommodation.
    This tour comes with the following accommodation:

    Location Accommodation
    Osh Sunrise Osh Hotel 3* or similar
    Yurt campsites on the trekking route Accommodation in yurts 3-4 persons in a yurt
    Kozho-Kelen village Accommodation in a guest house, 3-4 persons in a room
    Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp Standard Option – accommodation in camping tents, 1-2 persons in a tent

    Comfort Option – accommodation in yurts, 1-2 persons in a yurt
    “Sunny” Camp 1 (4400 m) Accommodation in camping tents
    Bishkek Olive Bishkek Hotel 3* or similar
    ► Hotels.
    We offer accommodation in cozy hotels often decorated in a national style. It is completely unique: it combines modern comfort and a unique culture of hospitality.
    ► Yurt campsites on the trekking route
    Yurt camps consist of three to four yurts. Guests are accommodated in yurts with kurpachas – national mattresses for sleeping; three to four guests will be lodged in each yurt. All guests are provided with warm sleeping bags to take with them throughout the entire route. All meals are served at the traditional yurt dining hall that is traditionally decorated with Oriental-style elements: guests dine at a dastarkhan, which is a traditional tablecloth that gets laid on the ground of the yurt and guests sit around it. The campsites feature sinks with cold water and restrooms with toilets.

    ► Guest house .
    Accommodation in guest houses will allow you to take a dip into traditions and habits of local people. These are traditional houses located in remote mountain villages.

    ► "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp
    - Standard Option – accommodation in heated camping tents, 1–2 persons per tent. The tents are equipped with electricity, individual heaters, beds, mattresses, blankets, pillows and changeable bed linen: flat sheets, bed sheets, and pillowcases.
    - Comfort Option – accommodation in a comfortable yurt, 1–2 persons per yurt. The yurt is equipped with private bathroom (shower cabin, toilet, hot and cold water); heating, electricity, beds with changeable bed linen, wardrobes, desk, armchairs, electric kettle, toiletries, hairdryer; towels.

    ► "Solnechniy/ Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m)
    Accommodation in spacious camping tents. The tents are equipped with wooden decks, thermal isolation, foam mattresses. On the territory of “Sunny” camp there are a washstand and toilet, camping shower, camping sauna, Wi-Fi, luggage storage room, heated dining yurt, and a first-aid post.
    Recommended clothes and equipment
    1 A moderate-sized backpack to hike with (30-40 l).
    2 Transport trunk. Not essential, but it facilitates the horseback transportation of the luggage.
    3 Sun cream (SPF 25-40).
    4 Sunglasses.
    5 Trekking boots.
    6 Hiking shoes to travel within and near the camp.
    7 Downy jacket.
    8 Assault jacket GORE-TEX.
    9 Assault trousers GORE-TEX.
    10 Thin thermal underwear – optional.
    11 Thin gloves and thick insulated gloves.
    12 Peaked cap or panama hat + insulated winter hat.
    13 Knitted T-shirts.
    14 Thermal socks + casual socks.
    15 Lip balm.
    16 Personal first-aid kit.

    Transport
    During the tour the following types of transport will be provided depending on the number of people in a group:

    Group Venicle
    Group 1–3 pax "Mitsubishi Delica"
    Group 4–15 pax "Mercedes-Benz Sprinter"

     

    • Visa
    • Frequently Asked Questions

     

    Visa to Kyrgyzstan

    Under current rules visa-free stay within unlimited period on the territory of Kyrgyzstan is granted for the nationals of the following countries:

    • Armenia
    • Azerbaijan
    • Belorussia
    • Cuba
    • Georgia
    • Kazakhstan
    • Laos
    • Moldova
    • North Korea
    • Russia
    • Tajikistan
    • Vietnam

    List of states granted visa-free stay up to 90 days: Mongolia, Ukraine.

    List of states granted visa-free stay up to 60 days

    • Australia
    • Austria
    • Andorra
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Bahrain
    • Belgium
    • Bosnia and Herzegovina
    • Britain
    • Brunei Darussalam
    • Canada
    • Chile
    • Croatia
    • Czech Republic
    • Denmark
    • Estonia
    • Finland
    • France
    • Germany
    • Greece
    • Hungary
    • Iceland
    • Ireland
    • Italy
    • Japan
    • Kuwait
    • Latvia
    • Liechtenstein
    • Lithuania
    • Luxembourg
    • Malta
    • Monaco
    • Netherlands
    • New Zealand
    • Norway
    • Poland
    • Portugal
    • Qatar
    • Republic of Korea
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Singapore
    • Slovakia
    • Slovenia
    • Spain
    • Sweden
    • Switzerland
    • Turkey
    • United Arab Emirates
    • United States of America
    • Uzbekistan
    • Vatican

    Visa-free access to Kyrgyzstan up to 30 days: Malaysia.

    Read more about visa to Kyrgyzstan here »»

     

    Frequently Asked Questions

      ► Memo: Useful tips for tourists »»

    1. Who can attempt this trek? Should the participants of the tour have prior trekking experience or prepare themselves physically?
    2. Can people with health problems participate in this programme?
    3. Is travel insurance compulsory for this tour?
    4. What is the weather like in the mountains?
    5. Is it possible to swim in the lakes?
    6. What are the probabilities of encountering some dangerous creatures (besides relatively harmless mosquitoes) such as snakes, spiders, scorpions, mites etc.?
    7. Is it allowed to pick up mountain herbs and flowers? Which plants should be avoided?
    8. What should and what shouldn’t I take with me?
    9. How are meals organized during the trek programme?
    10. How about communication facilities during trek travel?
    11. How good is Internet access?
    12. Visa, permits.
    1. Who can attempt this trek? Should the participants of the tour have prior trekking experience or prepare themselves physically?
      This trekking is rather easy and is suitable for anyone with good physical condition. Tourist above 16 and under 65 years of age can join this tour provided they have no serious health problems and their doctor does not object to participation in such kind of tourist activities. Children above 14 can also join this trekking tour provided they are accompanied by their parents.
      The offered trekking tour can be graded as simple-average, which means no special skills in mountaineering are required. The escort team consists of an experienced high altitude guide able to choose the right path and advise you on the precautions to be taken in each section of the route. During the tour you will have to trek on foot long distances. Therefore the only condition for those willing to participate in this trekking programme is absence of medical contraindications to such activities.
    2. Can people with health problems participate in this programme?
      Please note, that the route of the tour runs through mountains with considerable altitude differences (the maximum altitude is 2750 m above sea level). The participants can experience some symptoms of altitude sickness which disappear when the descent from the mountains starts. Therefore the tour may not be suitable for persons suffering from heart or respiratory problems (hypertension, asthma). We recommend you to consult your doctor before planning this tour.
    3. Is travel insurance compulsory for this tour?
      Yes, it is. The medical insurance of up to $ 10,000- 15,000 should be obtained before leaving your homeland.
    4. What is the weather like in the mountains?
      In the summer the weather is fair and sunny with daytime temperature reaching +28°С. At night, however, and on rainy days the temperature drops to +8 or + 10ºС which makes the availability of warm jacket rather useful.
    5. Is it possible to swim in the lakes?
      Most definitely it is. In summertime the temperature in the lakes is about 17-19°С. No wonder many travelers like to experience some bracing bathing. So don’t forget your swimsuit.
    6. What are the probabilities of encountering some dangerous creatures (besides relatively harmless mosquitoes) such as snakes, spiders, scorpions, mites etc.?
      Though such a probability exists, it is too small as proved by our long experience of organizing trekking tours.
    7. Is it allowed to pick up mountain herbs and flowers? Which plants should be avoided?
      It is advisable not to touch the plants you are not familiar with as some of them can be rather toxic (for example giant fennel can sting you when you touch its leaves). It is forbidden to pick up Red Book plants. The mountain slopes are home to many medicinal herbs including mint, origan, thyme, which you can pick up and brew a delicious ‘mountain tea’. The banks of the rivers are covered with bushes of dog rose and sea-buckthorn.
    8. What should and what shouldn’t I take with me?
      We provide spacious two person tents and big mess tent to be used in inclement weather, as well as foodstuff, tableware, tables, chairs, portable WC, first aid kit, gas burner and gas cylinders (or primus stove and gasoline) in case it is raining and the wood is wet and does not burn.
      You should also have on you any special medicine you usually take in case of health problems. Should you need any detailed information regarding personal gear you can contact our tour operators.
    9. How are meals organized during the trek programme?
      You will be escorted by a cook and other service staff responsible for arranging regular and tasty meals. You don’t need to bother about tableware, kitchen utensils and equipment as we provide all these as well as tables, chairs, and tents throughout the whole trek programme.
      Drinking water is provided from crystal-clear mountain springs. However, it is recommended to drink only boiled water. In cities and during long transfers it is advisable to use bottled water.
      Below you can find the menu of one of the trekking days:
      Breakfast:
      First dish: cereal porridge (semolina, oats, rice).
      Second dish: cooked eggs with sausages, omelette, pancakes, thick pancakes, toasted bread, cottage cheese pancake, etc.
      Buffet table: cheese, sausage, assorted bread, butter, ketchup, marmalade, chocolate paste, sweets, cookies, wafers, dried cream, honey, sugar, halavah.
      Drinks: selection of hot drinks, such as tea (black and green), coffee, cocoa.
      Lunch:
      Buffet lunch: assorted bread, fresh salads, canned fish, cheese, sheep cheese, assorted meat appetizers, tea (black and green) sweets, cookies, wafers, fruits (apples, pears), dried fruits (apricot, raisin, figs, etc.), assorted nuts.
      *In case of camp lunch first course is added.
      Dinner:
      First course - soup (European or local cuisine).
      Second course - various dishes of European cuisine with assorted garnish, as well as a choice of local dishes.
      Buffet table: assorted bread, cheese, sausage, ketchup, spices (mustard, various dressings), sweets, cookies, wafers, sugar.
      Drinks: selection of hot drinks, such as tea (black and green), coffee, cocoa, thin jelly.
      Dessert: watermelon, melon, fruits.
    10. How about communication facilities during trek travel?
      Cellular telecommunication is available in Osh and on the way to Aflatun settlement. In the mountainous areas, especially in mountain valleys, there are difficulties with signal receipt. Tour manager is equipped with portable satellite terminal to provide uninterrupted external link. Moreover, the group is provided with walkie-talkie to ensure trouble-free connection between trekkers.
    11. How good is Internet access?
      Internet access is available only in Osh. There are many internet-cafes there.
    12. Visa, permits.
      Kyrgyzstan has considerably simplified its visa policy and today citizens of 70 countries of the world enjoy visa-free access to this Central Asian state.
      Visa-free entry to the territory of Kyrgyzstan is granted for the nationals of the Russia, the CIS countries and a number of citizens of European and other foreign countries.
      The details on Kyrgyz visa, rules of entry and stay on the territory of Kyrgyzstan you can find here.
      To enter the territory of Kyrgyzstan the foreign national must have a foreign passport valid for not less than 6 months following the termination date of the tour.
      It is also important that before their trip to Kyrgyzstan foreign nationals arrange travel medical insurance with coverage of up to $10,000-15,000.

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