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Adventure Vacations in the Pamir Mountains 2025
Comfortable Trekking to the Rockу Aksu Peak and Outdoor Activities at the Foot of Lenin Peak

Tour destinations: Kyrgyzstan, Pamir and Pamir-Alay Mountains
Itinerary duration: 16 days / 15 nights,18 days / 17 nights
Itinerary (Osh–Osh): Osh – Uzgarysh village – trekking to the foot of Aksu peak – Uzgarysh village – Osh – “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m) – Sunny” camp (4400 m) – Yukhin peak (5130 m) – Osh
Itinerary (Bishkek–Bishkek): Bishkek – Osh – Uzgarysh village – trekking to the foot of Aksu peak – Uzgarysh village –
Osh – “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m) – Sunny” camp (4400 m) – Yukhin peak (5130 m) – Osh – Bishkek

GUARANTEED DATES OF THE GROUP TOUR IN 2025:

OSH – OSH

Group #01. 18.07–02.08.2025
Group #02. 08.08–23.08.2025

BISHKEK – BISHKEK

Group #01. 17.07–03.08.2025
Group #02. 07.08–24.08.2025

Adventure travel to mountains of Kyrgyzstan, Pamir-Alay area

This adventure tour in the Pamir Mountains consists of two parts: beautiful trekking to the foot of Aksu Peak and outdoor activities in Lenin Peak area with maximum domestic comfort. 

We will see:

  • Awesome 2 km high rocky wall of Aksu Peak (5355 m) and icy North Face of Lenin Peak (7134 m).
  • Sacred Tulpar-Kel lake, wide Alay valley, stunning colorful mountains (similar to Rainbow Mountains in Peru), old moraines and glaciers, arch forests, alpine meadows blooming edelweiss, canyons and waterfalls.
  • Herds of shaggy yaks and families of funny marmots.

We will taste:

  • Uzgen plov, cooked on open fire in large cooking pot.
  • Kyrgyz sour-milk beverage – koumiss, natural and fresh home-made dairy cream – kaimak, bread baked in tandoor oven.
  • Traditional Kyrgyz, Uzbek and European dishes (vegetarian at your request).

We will also visit nomads in real Kyrgyz yurts. We will stay in tent camps during the trekking route, in two yurt camps at the foot of Lenin Peak, at a guest house in the mountain village Uzgarysh and at a cozy hotel in sunny Osh.

The Pamirs is a large, high-altitude, diverse and really beautiful region. Join a group and have a lovely vacation in the Pamir Mountains!

  • OSH – OSH
  • BISHKEK – BISHKEK

 

  • Itinerary & Cost
  • HOW TO COME, MAP,
    VISA
  • FAQ

 

Tour Program
Day 1. Early arrival in Osh. Transfer to Uzgarish village (350 km, 8 hours).
Meeting at the airport. Transfer to the village of Uzgarish, the starting point of our trek. Uzgarish is a typical Kyrgyz mountain village with a centuries-old way of life. The local residents are friendly and hospitable, engaged in livestock farming, tobacco cultivation, and growing apricots.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation and overnight in a guesthouse (1200 m).
Day 2. Lyaily-Mazar River Valley, confluence with the Uryam River (10 km).
Hiking time: 6–7 hours; altitude gain: +600 m.
The day begins with a route through apple and apricot orchards. By midday, the gorge narrows, and the trail leads through the canyon of the Lyaily-Mazar River to its confluence with the Uryam River.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (1800 m).
Day 3. Uryam River Valley (8 km).
Hiking time: 6–7 hours; altitude gain: +1100 m.
Turning into the Uryam River valley, we traverse beautiful alpine pastures and forested slopes. After a steep ascent and passing through a narrow section of the gorge, we reach the upper valley—a breathtakingly scenic and wide-open landscape.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (2900 m).

Day 4. Radial hike to the upper reaches of the Uryam River (7 km).
Hiking time: 5–6 hours; altitude difference: +400 m, -400 m.
Today, we embark on a one-day radial trek to the upper valley of the Uryam River, one of the most picturesque valleys in the region. Along the way, we will enjoy stunning views of the canyon's towering rock walls, a magnificent waterfall, and fragrant blooming meadows.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (2900 m).
Day 5. Uryam Pass (3760 m) – Ak-Mechet River Valley (8 km).
Hiking time: 6–7 hours; altitude difference: +860 m, -950 m.
Crossing Uryam Pass (3760 m) is one of the most spectacular moments of the trek. A well-established trail and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains accompany us throughout the day.
From the pass, we enjoy panoramic views of Parus Peak (5037 m) and the summit of Sabakh Peak (5283 m). After descending from the pass, we set up camp with a stunning view of the massive northern face of Aksu Peak (5355 m).

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (2800 m).
Day 6. Radial hike to the cirque of Aksu Peak (8 km).
Hiking time: 5 hours; altitude difference: +500 m, -500 m.
The highlight of the trek—a hike to the northern face of Aksu Peak (5355 m). This pyramid-shaped peak, crowned with snow, drops almost 2 kilometers vertically on its northern side. The grand cirque of Aksu Peak is adorned with a stunning array of neighboring summits, including the twin-headed Iskander Peak (5120 m), Admiralteets Peak (5090 m), Petrogradets Peak (5163 m), and Blok Peak (5239 m).

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (2800 m).
Day 7. Descent through the Ak-Mechet River Valley to Uzgarish village (14 km).
Hiking time: 7 hours; altitude loss: -1600 m.
The final day of our trek through the Ak-Mechet River Valley is marked by lush green meadows, alternating with juniper forests, crystal-clear streams, and towering mountain peaks. Upon reaching Uzgarish village, we will enjoy a farewell festive dinner in the spirit of Eastern hospitality.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation and overnight in a guesthouse (1200 m).
Day 8. Transfer from Uzgarish to Osh (350 km; 8 hrs).
After breakfast in a hospitable Kyrgyz home, we set off on our return journey to Osh, arriving by evening. There will be some time for a short walk around the city.

Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Accommodation and overnight at the hotel.
Day 9. “Edelweiss Meadow” (280 km, 5 hrs).
Breakfast. A visit to a supermarket before the journey.
Transfer to the Pamirs, to the “Edelweiss Meadow” camp via the Great Pamir Highway, which ranks among the top 10 most scenic roads in the world according to National Geographic. The drive is exceptionally picturesque, so grab a window seat: we’ll witness the red mountains and rivers, the vast expanses of the Alay Valley, the dizzying switchbacks of Taldyk Pass (3600 m), and finally, the snow-covered northern face of the towering Lenin Peak (7134 m).
Arrival at the tourist yurt camp, located on Edelweiss Meadow (3600 m), offering the best view of Lenin Peak. Accommodation and lunch.
An afternoon walk to Leek Meadow (3800 m) – a protected alpine meadow that was once a climbers’ base and is now home only to marmots and wild green onions. During the brief but intense Pamir summer, the meadow transforms into a vibrant green carpet filled with colorful flowers, and by late August, it becomes a silent realm of ochre hues. Our scenic route follows the edge of the Achik-Tash Canyon, where we will see whimsical rock pillars, a conical pyramid, the confluence of two rivers, and multicolored mountains. We will hear the rush of water and the ringing silence of the stones.
Hiking time: 2 hours; altitude difference: +250 m, -250 m.

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

Day 10. Achik-Tash Valley Lakes (4 km) & Tulpar-Kol Lake (7 km).
Hike to the lakes of Achik-Tash Valley and the sacred Tulpar-Kol Lake.
Hiking time: 5–6 hours; altitude difference: -260 m, +260 m.
This morning, we begin with a scenic walk through the picturesque “fjords” of the Achik-Tash Valley, dotted with a collection of stunning, multicolored lakes. These lakes vary in size, some merging into one another and changing shape each year. Their crystal-clear turquoise waters reflect the towering peaks of the Pamirs, while herds of shy yaks often graze along the shores.
We then continue towards the large and pristine Tulpar-Kol Lake. Descending to the river, we cross a bridge to the other side, where the sacred lake lies. According to local shepherds, bathing in the lake, taking its water, watering livestock, or fishing is forbidden. It is believed that one should approach the lake with a clear mind; visitors may pray on the shore, immerse or sprinkle ailing body parts with its water, and receive the gift of healing. We will walk around the lake, observing its winding shoreline from different perspectives, and learn about the daily life and traditions of the nomadic Kyrgyz people whose yurts are set up nearby. Along the way, we may encounter donkeys, horses, and untouched meadows filled with delicate blooming edelweiss, vibrant buttercups, and alpine forget-me-nots.
Return to the camp.

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

Day 11. Petrovsky Peak Ridge (5 km).
Hiking time: 3–4 hours; altitude difference: +500 m, -500 m.
Ascent to an altitude of 4100 m, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the picturesque Alay Valley, the majestic Trans Alay Range, and its highest peak—Lenin Peak (7134 m). From this vantage point, we will see the entire labyrinth of lakes in the Achik-Tash Valley, where we hiked the day before, along with multiple Base Camps, Tulpar-Kol Lake, and the neighboring snow-covered gorge.
Return to camp. Rest and preparation for tomorrow’s ascent to Camp 1.

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

Day 12. “Solnechniy” Camp (12 km).
Trek to “Solnechniy” Camp at the foot of the towering Lenin Peak.
Hiking time: 6–7 hours; altitude gain: +800 m.
The route to “Solnechniy” Camp passes through familiar landmarks: Leek Meadow, Marmot Meadow, Castle of the Spirits of Alay, Travelers' Pass (4150 m), and the magnificent Lenin Glacier.
After descending from the pass, the trail levels out and runs parallel to the left lateral moraine. Crossing a fast-flowing mountain river, we ascend onto the path leading to the Lenin Glacier. From there, we continue along the glacier’s surface to the advanced “Solnechniy” Camp (4400 m), situated on the medial moraine.
Accommodation at “Solnechniy” Camp. Rest.

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

Day 13 Pic Yukhin (6 km). Ascent to Pic Yukhin (5130 m).
Hiking time: 6–7 hours. Altitude gain/loss: +730 m, -730 m.
The ascent is guided and does not require special equipment.
Stage 1: Departure from “Solnechniy” Camp (4400 m). Crossing the glacier to reach the starting point of the ascent along the ridge of the left (orographic) moraine of the Lenin Glacier.
Stage 2: Ascent along the moraine ridge. The incline ranges between 20–25°. Reaching a gentler section and transitioning to the southern slope, leading to a wide couloir that directly approaches the summit of Pic Yukhin.
Stage 3: Climbing the right side of the couloir (relative to the direction of ascent), where the incline reaches up to 30° in some sections. The terrain is mostly snow-covered, with occasional small and medium scree. Upon exiting the couloir, a left turn leads to a narrow snow ridge, followed by a 15-meter traverse to the summit plateau and the peak of Pic Yukhin (5130 m).
Stage 4: Descent via the same route.
Return to “Solnechniy” Camp, rest.

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

Ascent to Camp 1. Lenin peak
Day 14. “Edelweiss Meadow” (12 km) – Descent to “Edelweiss Meadow” Camp.
Hiking time: 5 hours; altitude loss: -800 m.
On the way down, we will enjoy breathtaking views of multicolored rock formations, peculiar stone towers, and the dramatic “Edge of the Earth” Canyon in the Achik-Tash River Valley.
Accommodation at “Edelweiss Meadow” Camp. Rest.

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

Day 15. “Edelweiss Meadow” Camp – Osh (280 km, 5 hrs) – Transfer to Osh.
Transfer to Osh via the famous Alay Valley and the high mountain passes of Taldyk (3615 m) and Chiirchik (2408 m).
Arrival in Osh, check-in at the hotel. Free time.
We recommend a self-guided walk through the city center: you can visit the Osh Bazaar to buy souvenirs or take the stairway trail up to the sacred, twin-peaked Suleiman-Too Mountain. In about half an hour, you can reach the viewing platform at an altitude of 1092 m, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city of Osh. At the summit, you’ll find a massive Kyrgyzstan flag waving and the historic Babur’s House (15th–16th centuries), the grandson of Tamerlane. The mountain’s location in the very heart of the city adds to its charm, and if you go closer to sunset, you’ll witness the most spectacular views.

Meals: breakfast.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 16. Departure from Osh.
Transfer to the airport. The end of the program.

Meals: breakfast.

Cost of the tour:
Accommodation in "Edelweiss Meadow” camp: Standard (tents) Comfort (yurts)
Cost of the tour per 1 person 2160 USD 2510 USD
SGL supplement +220 USD +340 USD

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

The tour price includes:

  • Meet and greet at the airport, group transfer from airport to hotel and back for each flight.
  • All transfers according to the program in comfortable transport.
  • Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Osh in double/twin rooms with breakfast.
  • Accommodation in a guesthouse in the village of Uzgarish, 3-4 people per room.
  • Processing of necessary permits:
    • Permit for visiting the national park.
    • Permit for visiting the Lenin Peak area.
    • Ecological fee.
  • Services during the trek to Peak Aksu:
  • Accommodation in the "Edelweiss Meadow" yurt camp (3600 m):
    • Standard Option
      – Accommodation in comfortable heated tents with beds.
    • Comfort Option
      – Accommodation in a comfortable heated yurt for 1–3 people.
    • Accommodation in "Solnechniy" Camp (4400 m) – Comfortable camping tents with wooden floors, insulation, and foam mattresses.
  • Full board meals during trekking: three hot meals per day, including vegetarian options.
  • Mountain guide services during the trek.
  • Transportation of personal luggage (up to 15 kg) by horses to "Solnechniy" Camp (4400 m) and back.
  • Infrastructure of "Edelweiss Meadow" camp:
    • traditional Kyrgyz yurts with heating for leisure activities,
    • washstands and toilets,
    • sauna and shower cabins,
    • medical service,
    • storage room,
    • electricity 220 V; 50 Hz.
  • Infrastructure of "Solnechniy" camp:
    • traditional Kyrgyz yurts with heating for leisure activities,
    • washstands and toilets,
    • medical service,
    • storage room,
    • electricity 220 V; 50 Hz.

The cost of the tour does not include:

  • Cost of international flights.
  • Cost of meals in Osh (except breakfasts).
  • Medical insurance.

Additional services:

  • Additional night upon arrival or departure in a 3* hotel:
    • Single room – 50 USD per room per night,
    • Twin/double room – 60 USD per room per night.

Company bonuses:

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

 

Additional Information:

► All personal belongings and equipment during the trek to Ak-Suu Peak are transported by horses.
Our guests travel light, carrying only a camera, sunscreen, and a water bottle. The transportation of all equipment, both shared and personal (including any personal items), is handled by our staff.
► Personal equipment is provided free of charge.
We provide our guests with the necessary personal equipment for free use throughout the tour:
  • sleeping bag,
  • telescopic walking poles,
  • rain poncho,
  • headlamp,
  • camping mat (karimat),
  • metal thermos,
  • dishes.
► Support staff on the route to Ak-Suu Peak.
The support team includes a guide, cook, assistant cooks, waiters, dishwashers, and general laborers. All tasks related to setting up and dismantling the camp, serving food, preparing meals, cleaning dishes, and transporting personal and shared equipment are handled by them.
► Meals during the trek to Ak-Suu Peak.
Throughout the entire route, three hot and varied meals per day are provided, including vegetarian options. Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are prepared by our cook and assistants while guests enjoy the views and relax. All necessary cooking equipment and tableware for personal use are provided in full.
► Meals in the “Edelweiss Meadow” Yurt Camp and the “Solnechniy” Camp.
In the “Edelweiss Meadow” Yurt Camp and the “Solnechniy” Camp, professional chefs prepare delicious, diverse, and nutritious meals exclusively from fresh and natural products.

The daily menu includes a large selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, main courses of national and European cuisines (vegetarian and custom meal options are available), desserts, and sweets. Fresh bread is always available, as it is baked daily right in the camp.

 

Accommodation Information:
This route includes the following types of accommodation:

Location Accommodation
Uzgarish Village Guesthouse, accommodation for 3-4 people per room
Pamir-Alay Mountains Tent Camp
Osh Sunrise Osh Hotel 3* or similar
Yurt Camp
"Edelweiss Meadow" 		Standard – accommodation in camping tents

Comfort – accommodation in a Kyrgyz yurt
"Solnechniy" Camp Accommodation in camping tents

Transport.
During the tour the following types of transport will be used (depending on the number of people in a group):

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

 

Additional Information:

• Throughout the trekking personal things and equipment are carried by horses.
So our guests travel light and carry only a camera, sunscreen and a bottle of water. Transportation of all the equipment, both team and personal (including any personal belongings) is a responsibility of our staff.

• Personal equipment is provided for free.
We provide our guests with personal trekking equipment for the entire duration of the tour for free. The list of provided pieces of equipment can be found in the list of included services.

• Service staff.
The service staff includes a mountain guide, a cook, assistant cooks, waiters, dishwashers and handymen. The service staff is responsible for pitching and taking down tents, cooking and serving, washing up dishes, packing the loads on horses, transportation of personal belongings and team equipment, making fire and so on.

• Meals
Throughout the trekking tour, three times a day you will be provided with diverse hot meals, with attention to vegetarians. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are prepared by our chef and his assistants, while guests enjoy views and relax. Kitchenware for cooking and tableware are also provided in full.

How to Come to "Edelweiss Meadow Camp"

A journey to our "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" on Edelweiss Meadow at the foot of Lenin Peak (3,600 m) takes 5-6 hours if you set out on it from Osh where you can easily get by air; international flights arrive in the city every day. We shall travel in a comfortable motor vehicle along the Pamir Highway over picturesque mountain passes, through cute native mountain villages and Alay Valley.
Russian nationals do not need visas to enter Kyrgyzstan; only their internal passports are required to visit the country. There are regular direct flights to Osh from Moscow and other Russian cities and CIS countries, so if you arrive in Osh in the morning, you will have dinner in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" traditional Kyrgyz yurt in the Pamirs in the evening the same day already.
If you have time to stroll about Osh, you will be pleased with the views and colors of this Asian city. Osh is often referred to as ‘the southern capital’ of Kyrgyzstan. It is the country’s second largest city. You will meet kind and hospitable people and see green busy streets with a lot of cozy cafes. You will visit the exotic local bazaar, and Suleiman Mountain - the main Osh’s place of attraction and the only Kyrgyzstan’s World Heritage Site. The mountain rises in the middle of the city, which enhances its impressiveness and indicates that the Pamirs are not far already.

There are three ways to get to "Edelweiss Meadow Camp":

1. Via Osh, proceeding to the camp by road (Thanks to Kyrgyz visa-free regime regulations and the flights to Osh from Moscow and other CIS cities, including Turkish Airlines flights, this is the best way today, since it allows for saving money and, most importantly, time.)
2. Via Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, proceeding to Osh and thence to the camp by road (The journey from Tashkent to Osh will take 6-7 hours. On the way to Osh you will travel through the picturesque Kamchik Mountain Pass and Ferghana Valley. Nationals of non-CIS countries will need Uzbekistan visas to come via Tashkent.)
3. Via Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, proceeding to Osh by air and thence to the camp by road. (Note the flight baggage allowance is 15 kg, with additional weight to cost 0.7 EURO per kg.)

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 »»

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  1. What is Vacation in the Pamirs?
  2. What is the best time to arrive for Vacation in the Pamirs?
  3. What is the minimal age for the participation in ‘Vacation in the Pamirs’ program? Can children stay at high altitudes?
  4. What is the night and day temperature in the camps?
  5. What kind of clothes should I wear in the area?
  6. Should I get travel insurance?
  7. What are the chances of running into dangerous creatures such as venomous snakes, spiders, scorpions, ticks?
  8. What services are included in the program?
  9. Can people with health problems take the tour?
  10. What should I do if I feel bad in Camps?
  11. What facilities do the camps feature?
  12. What currency is used in Lenin Peak area?
  1. What is Vacation in the Pamirs?
    Vacation in the Pamirs is a unique tour allowing for combination of several recreational activities. While it provides a lot of adventure opportunities, such as hiking and horse riding, it is also intended for adults with no special training, and children. The tour program is optional; the campers will have complete freedom in planning their stays during the tour.
  2. What is the best time to arrive for Vacation in the Pamirs?
    You can choose one of the four arrival dates to suit your convenience. See the table Dates above.You are to arrive in Osh early on the day chosen, or the day before. The time of departure from Osh to "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" is 06:00. If you arrive on the previous day we can reserve a room in an Osh’s hotel for you and meet you at the airport.
  3. What is the minimal age for the participation in ‘Vacation in the Pamirs’ program? Can children stay at high altitudes?
    As the "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" is situated at an elevation of 3,600 m, we strongly recommend that you avoid taking children under 8 there.
    According to UIAA, only children aged 8 and older react to high-altitude conditions in the same way as adults do, and have the same symptoms of the mountain disease. As for younger children, their reaction is unpredictable and, therefore, they should not be brought to an altitude of more than 3,000 to 4,000 m, while their sleep altitude should not be higher than 2,500 m.
    If you take your child to high-altitude areas, you must make sure he/she is absolutely well. Please, consult your pediatrician before going to the mountains with your child.
    The particular risks of exposure of children to high altitude have not been thoroughly studied and much of the advice must necessarily be extrapolated from adult data with due considerations of the influence of growth and development. As known so far children are not under more restrictions to acute exposure to altitude than adults.
    Note: Young children are generally poor at communicating their physiological discomfort, i.e. unlikely to say they are dangerous cold, can’t feel their fingers (assuming they have enough language skills). They would probably just become very quiet and still. A child’s thermal regulation is immaturely developed, as is their ability to adapt to hypoxic exposure when compared to an adult.
    Reflection from snow and a thinner atmospheric layer at high altitude make the risk of solar ultraviolet radiation burns more likely than at sea level. Children are more likely to burn than adults if exposed to excess sun. Appropriate sun-block creams (protection from UVA and UVB, SPF at least 30, applied before sun exposure), hats, long sleeves and goggles are required to prevent sunburn or snowblindness.
    Adequate clothing is essential to prevent misery, hypothermia, and frostbite.
    Brochure UIAA with recomendations for parents.
  4. What is the night and day temperature in the camps?
    The day temperature in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" in July-August varies from +5°С to +30°С; at night it is from +3°С to +15°С. The season is usually sunny and precipitation-free at this altitude. It might snow, rarely; if it does, the snow fallen melts quite quickly.
    It snows more often in "Sunny Camp", since it is located at an altitude of 4,400 m. It is up to +25°С in sunny weather and around 0°С in bad weather there.
  5. What kind of clothes should I wear in the area?
    We recommend that you have the following clothes and gear:
  6. Should I get travel insurance?
    Yes, it is even necessary. Before setting off, you should get it covering the sum of 10,000 - 15,000 USD. Though the tour is safe, you understand it is important to be insured against possible risks.
  7. What are the chances of running into dangerous creatures such as venomous snakes, spiders, scorpions, ticks?
    Our experience in the area proves such chances are very slim.
  8. What services are included in the program?
    The services included are aimed at providing as much comfort as possible. The cost of the tour includes:
    • Meeting / seeing off at airport
    • All transfers as per program
    • One-night accommodation in Osh’s best hotel (3*) with breakfast (the last day)
    • Accommodation in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" in spacious camping tents (with double share)
      (Tents feature with electricity, beds, mattresses, blankets, pillows and linens - blanket covers, pillowcases, sheets.)
    • Full board (including hot dish courses; vegetarian meals possible) by professional chefs
    • Heated guests yurts in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" and "Sunny Camp" for leisure, meals and entertainment
    • Mountain guide
    • Free transfer of personal baggage (under 15kg) from "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" (3600m) to "Sunny Camp" (4400m).
    • Necessary equipment rental:
    • Preparation of all necessary documents required to visit border guard zone, ecotax
    • Storage boxes in both Camps
    • Sauna and shower cabins in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp"
    • Electricity consumption (220 V; 50 Hz).
  9. Can people with health problems take the tour?
    You should take into account the altitude of the 3,600-meter in our "Edelweiss Meadow Camp". It is the altitude where some people may find symptoms of mountain sickness. That is why those suffering from cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure and asthma should see their doctors for advice about taking the tour.
  10. What should I do if I feel bad in Camps?
    There is always a doctor on duty in both Camps and you can ask him. Both camps have stores of medicines for most probable cases of sickness there.
    If a guest has a serious condition requiring hospitalization, he/she will be transported to the nearest hospital. This person’s travel insurance is to cover all the expenses in this case.
  11. What facilities do the camps feature?
    "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" (Base Camp) on the picturesque Edelweiss Meadow features the following:
    • Traditional Kyrgyz yurts, including one for communal use, where campers have meals, socialize and enjoy various entertainments (The yurts have heating stoves lighted daily, chairs and tables, electricity supply, audio and video equipment, as well as a bar to buy snacks and various beverages in the communal one.)
    • Comfortable and spacious 4-pax half-barrel tents on special platforms, with sleeping boards, mattresses and all necessary bed clothes
    • Sauna (operated daily in the afternoon)
    • City standard flush toilet
    • Tap stands with soap and mirrors
    • Storage yurt
    • Volleyball court, ball
    • Full board (including hot dish courses; vegetarian meals possible) by professional chefs
    • Electricity supply, Internet access, two-way radios, satellite phone.
    "Sunny Camp" (Camp 1) on Lenin Peak moraine has the following:
    • Two yurts featuring heating stoves (lighted daily), with tables and chairs, electricity supply, audio and video equipment, as well as a bar to buy snacks and various beverages in one of them
    • Specious half-barrel tents
    • Toilet (always kept clean)
    • Storage yurt
    • Satellite phone, two-ways radios, battery charging facility
    • Sauna.
  12. What currency is used in Lenin Peak area?
    US dollars, euros, Russian rubles and Kyrgyz soms are all accepted. However, US dollars are preferable.

If you have any other questions about the tour, do not hesitate to contact our managers. We are always ready to help.

Contact Details:
E-mail: adventure@centralasia-travel.com

 

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Tour Program
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. Leisure time.

Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2. Transfer to Uzgarysh village (350 km, 8 h).
Transfer to Uzgarysh village, the starting point of the trekking. Uzgarysh is a typical Kyrgyz mountain village with established centuries-old lifestyle. The local villagers are very hospitable and engaged in animal husbandry, tobacco cultivation and apricot gardening.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight at a traditional guest house (1200 m).
Day 3. Lyaily-Mazar River Valley, confluence with the Uryam River (10 km).
Hiking time: 6–7 hours; altitude gain: +600 m.
In the first half of the day we walk through apple and apricot groves. Towards noon, the valley we travel along narrows into a gorge, and the path crosses the narrow valley of the Layli-Mazar river towards its confluence with the Uryam river.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (1800 m).
Day 4. Uryam River Valley (8 km).
Hiking time: 6–7 hours; altitude gain: +1100 m.
As we turn into the Uryam valley, we pass through alpine rangelands and across wooded slopes. After we climb a steep and leave behind a narrow section of the gorge, we find ourselves in an upper valley, very picturesque and spacious.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (2900 m).

Day 5. Radial hike to the upper reaches of the Uryam River (7 km).
Hiking time: 5–6 hours; altitude difference: +400 m, -400 m.
From our camp we make a one-day trip to the upper reaches of the Uryam valley, one of the most beautiful in the region. On our way we enjoy breathtaking views of some of the most expressive landscapes, which include rocky faces, waterfalls and fragrant flowering meadows.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (2900 m).
Day 6. Uryam Pass (3760 m) – Ak-Mechet River Valley (8 km).
Hiking time: 6–7 hours; altitude difference: +860 m, -950 m.
Passage across Uryam Pass (3760m) is one of the most spectacular moments of the route. An easy path and splendid scenes accompany us throughout the day.
From the mountain pass we obtain a view of Parus Peak (5037 m) and the top of Sabakh Peak (5283 m). As we descend from the pass, we set a camp, from which we can enjoy the sight of the grandiose north face of Aksu Peak (5355 m).

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (2800 m).
Day 7. Radial hike to the cirque of Aksu Peak (8 km).
Hiking time: 5 hours; altitude difference: +500 m, -500 m.
Hiking to the foot of the Aksu (5355 m) north face is the culmination of the entire tour. This pyramidal peak with a snow cap has the north face that drops vertically for almost 2 km.
The grandiose cirque is decorated with the following peaks – two-headed Iskander (5120 m), Admiralteyets (5090 m), Petrogradets (5163 m) and Blok (5239 m).

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Overnight in tents (2800 m).
Day 8. Descent through the Ak-Mechet River Valley to Uzgarish village (14 km).
Hiking time: 7 hours; altitude loss: -1600 m.
Alternating green meadows and juniper forests, crystal streams and sky-high summits are the main components of the tour’s last day, when we descend along the Ak-Mechet river valley.
At the Uzgarysh village we have a farewell dinner seasoned with oriental hospitality.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation and overnight in a guesthouse (1200 m).
Day 9. Transfer from Uzgarish to Osh (350 km; 8 hrs).
After breakfast in a hospitable Kyrgyz house, we will travel back to Osh. Arrival in Osh in the late afternoon. Check-in at the hotel. Leisure time.
We recommend taking a self-guided walk through the city center. You can visit the local bazaar where you can buy national souvenirs or the shopping street filled with dozens of shops and street food options. If you’d like, you can also take the stairway trail up to the sacred Suleiman-Too Mountain, which takes about half an hour to reach the viewpoint at 1092 meters. From there, you'll enjoy stunning panoramic views of the entire city of Osh. At this viewpoint, you'll find a massive flag of Kyrgyzstan waving and a small mosque called Babur's house (15th-16th centuries), who was the grandson of Tamerlane. The setting of this mountain right in the city center adds to its appeal, and if you go closer to sunset, you'll catch the most breathtaking views.

Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Overnight at a hotel.
Day 10. “Edelweiss Meadow” (280 km, 5 hrs).
Transfer along the Pamir Highway, which is ranked among the top 10 most beautiful roads in the world by National Geographic. The drive promises to be incredibly scenic, so grab a window seat: we’ll see red mountains and rivers, the vastness of the Alay Valley, and the dizzying serpentine road of the Taldyk Pass (3600 m), and finally, the snowy northern face of the seven-thousander, Lenin Peak (7134 m).
Upon arrival at the yurt camp, situated in the Edelweiss Meadow (3600 m) with the best views of Lenin Peak, we’ll check-in and enjoy lunch.
Afterward, we’ll take a walk to the Lukovaya (Leek) Meadow (3800 m) – a protected meadow that was once place for climbing camps but is now inhabited only by marmots and wild green onions. During the height of the swift Pamir summer, the meadow turns into a vibrant green carpet with a riot of colors, and by the end of August, it becomes a silent realm painted in ochre hues.
We'll follow a beautiful route along the edge of the Achik-Tash Canyon, where we’ll see whimsical pillar-like rocks, a conical pyramid, the confluence of two rivers, and colorful mountains. We’ll hear the rush of water and the resonant silence of the stones.
Walking time: 2 hrs; altitude difference: +250 m, -250 m.

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

Day 11. Acclimatization hiking to the lakes of the Achik-Tash River valley and the sacred Tulpar-Kol Lake.
Hike to the lakes of Achik-Tash Valley and the sacred Tulpar-Kol Lake.
Hiking time: 5–6 hours; altitude difference: -260 m, +260 m.
We’ll start this morning with an easy hiking along the picturesque "fjords" of the Achik-Tash Valley, dotted with a variety of beautiful, colorful lakes. Some of them even join together, changing shapes every year. Their sparkling turquoise surface reflects the impressive peaks of the Pamirs, and herds of yaks often graze along the shores.
Next, we’ll head to the large, pristine Tulpar-Kol Lake. We’ll descend to the river and cross a bridge to the other side, where the sacred lake lies. The locals believe one shouldn't take water, bathe, and feed cattle or fish. According to shepherds, it's best to come to the lake with a clear mind. You can pray on the shore, dip sick parts of your body or sprinkle them with water, and you'll definitely receive healing. We’ll walk around the lake, taking in its winding shapes from different view points, and learn about the daily life and traditions of the nomadic Kyrgyz whose yurts are nearby. Along the way, we may encounter donkeys, horses, and untouched meadows filled with delicate blooming edelweiss, vibrant buttercups, and alpine forget-me-nots.
Return to the yurt camp.

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

Day 12. Acclimatization hike to a scenic viewing point on the Petrovskiy Peak ridge (4150 m).
Hiking time: 3–4 hours; altitude difference: +500 m, -500 m.
Petrovskiy peak (4700 m) is one of the easier and closer peaks in relation to the Base camp. Hiking up to the altitude of approximately 4100 m where you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the picturesque Alay Valley, the majestic Zaalaysky Ridge, and its highest peak, Lenin Peak (7134 m). From this view point, we’ll see the whole labyrinth of lakes in the Achik-Tash Valley that we explored yesterday, along with numerous Base Camps, Tulpar-Kol Lake, and the neighboring snowy gorge.
Return to the yurt camp. Rest and preparation for tomorrow's ascent to “Sunny” camp 1.

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

Day 13. “Solnechniy” Camp (12 km).
Trek to “Solnechniy” Camp at the foot of the towering Lenin Peak.
Hiking time: 6–7 hours; altitude gain: +800 m.
The route to the "Solnechniy" camp runs through the Lukovaya (Leek) Meadow, the Marmot Meadow, the Spirit Castle of Alay, the Puteshestvennikov (Traveller’s) Pass (4150 m), and the magnificent Lenin Glacier. On this trail, you might meet groups of climbers either ascending or descending from the upper camps or the summit of Lenin Peak.
At the Puteshestvennikov (Traveller’s) Pass, we’ll enjoy a break and one of the best views of the magnificent Lenin Peak (7134 m) and its glacier, as well as the nearby six-thousanders and five-thousanders.
Following is the descent from the pass – it is pretty easy and quick. After that, the trail turns into a virtually horizontal surface and stretches in parallel to the left moraine dump over a very long distance. We then 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 Camp 1, which is located on the middle moraine.
Arrival in the “Solnechniy” camp 1 (4400 m), accommodation, and rest.

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

Day 14 Ascent to Yukhin Peak (5130 m).
Hiking time: 6–7 hours. Altitude gain/loss: +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 15 meters 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.
Return to the “Solnechniy” camp 1 (4400 m), and rest.

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

Ascent to Camp 1. Lenin peak
Day 15. Descent to “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m).
Hiking time: 5 hours; altitude loss: -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” Camp (3600 m).

Day 16. 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. Leisure time.

Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 17. 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 18. Departure from Bishkek.
Transfer to the airport. The end of the program.

Meals: breakfast.

Cost of the tour:
Accommodation in "Edelweiss Meadow” camp: Standard (tents) Comfort (yurts)
Cost of the tour per 1 person 2475 USD 2825 USD
SGL supplement +260 USD +380 USD

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

The tour price includes:

  • Meet and greet at the airport, group transfer from airport to hotel and back for each flight.
  • All transfers according to the program in comfortable transport.
  • Domestic flight Bishkek – Osh – Bishkek (Economy class, weight limit for luggage is 15 kg).
  • Accommodation at a hotel 3* on twin/double sharing basis with breakfasts in Osh (3 nights) and Bishkek (1 night).
  • Accommodation in a guesthouse in the village of Uzgarish, 3-4 people per room.
  • Processing of necessary permits:
    • Permit for visiting the national park.
    • Permit for visiting the Lenin Peak area.
    • Ecological fee.
  • Services during the trek to Peak Aksu:
  • Accommodation in the "Edelweiss Meadow" yurt camp (3600 m):
    • Standard Option
      – Accommodation in comfortable heated tents with beds.
    • Comfort Option
      – Accommodation in a comfortable heated yurt for 1–3 people.
    • Accommodation in "Solnechniy" Camp (4400 m) – Comfortable camping tents with wooden floors, insulation, and foam mattresses.
  • Full board meals during trekking: three hot meals per day, including vegetarian options.
  • Mountain guide services during the trek.
  • Transportation of personal luggage (up to 15 kg) by horses to "Solnechniy" Camp (4400 m) and back.
  • Infrastructure of "Edelweiss Meadow" camp:
    • traditional Kyrgyz yurts with heating for leisure activities,
    • washstands and toilets,
    • sauna and shower cabins,
    • medical service,
    • storage room,
    • electricity 220 V; 50 Hz.
  • Infrastructure of "Solnechniy" camp:
    • traditional Kyrgyz yurts with heating for leisure activities,
    • washstands and toilets,
    • medical service,
    • storage room,
    • electricity 220 V; 50 Hz.

The cost of the tour does not include:

  • Cost of international flights.
  • Meals in Osh and Bishkek (except breakfast at the hotels).
  • Medical insurance.

Additional services:

  • Additional night upon arrival or departure in a 3* hotel:
    • Single room – 60 USD per room per night,
    • Twin/double room – 70 USD per room per night.

Company bonuses:

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

 

Additional Information:

► All personal belongings and equipment during the trek to Ak-Suu Peak are transported by horses.
Our guests travel light, carrying only a camera, sunscreen, and a water bottle. The transportation of all equipment, both shared and personal (including any personal items), is handled by our staff.
► Personal equipment is provided free of charge.
We provide our guests with the necessary personal equipment for free use throughout the tour:
  • sleeping bag,
  • telescopic walking poles,
  • rain poncho,
  • headlamp,
  • camping mat (karimat),
  • metal thermos,
  • dishes.
► Support staff on the route to Ak-Suu Peak.
The support team includes a guide, cook, assistant cooks, waiters, dishwashers, and general laborers. All tasks related to setting up and dismantling the camp, serving food, preparing meals, cleaning dishes, and transporting personal and shared equipment are handled by them.
► Meals during the trek to Ak-Suu Peak.
Throughout the entire route, three hot and varied meals per day are provided, including vegetarian options. Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are prepared by our cook and assistants while guests enjoy the views and relax. All necessary cooking equipment and tableware for personal use are provided in full.
► Meals in the “Edelweiss Meadow” Yurt Camp and the “Solnechniy” Camp.
In the “Edelweiss Meadow” Yurt Camp and the “Solnechniy” Camp, professional chefs prepare delicious, diverse, and nutritious meals exclusively from fresh and natural products.

The daily menu includes a large selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, main courses of national and European cuisines (vegetarian and custom meal options are available), desserts, and sweets. Fresh bread is always available, as it is baked daily right in the camp.

 

Accommodation Information:
This route includes the following types of accommodation:

Location Accommodation
Uzgarish Village Guesthouse, accommodation for 3-4 people per room
Pamir-Alay Mountains Tent Camp
Osh Sunrise Osh Hotel 3* or similar
Yurt Camp
"Edelweiss Meadow" 		Standard – accommodation in camping tents

Comfort – accommodation in a Kyrgyz yurt
"Solnechniy" Camp Accommodation in camping tents
Bishkek Olive Bishkek Hotel 3* or similar

Transport.
During the tour the following types of transport will be used (depending on the number of people in a group):

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

 

Additional Information:

• Throughout the trekking personal things and equipment are carried by horses.
So our guests travel light and carry only a camera, sunscreen and a bottle of water. Transportation of all the equipment, both team and personal (including any personal belongings) is a responsibility of our staff.

• Personal equipment is provided for free.
We provide our guests with personal trekking equipment for the entire duration of the tour for free. The list of provided pieces of equipment can be found in the list of included services.

• Service staff.
The service staff includes a mountain guide, a cook, assistant cooks, waiters, dishwashers and handymen. The service staff is responsible for pitching and taking down tents, cooking and serving, washing up dishes, packing the loads on horses, transportation of personal belongings and team equipment, making fire and so on.

• Meals
Throughout the trekking tour, three times a day you will be provided with diverse hot meals, with attention to vegetarians. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are prepared by our chef and his assistants, while guests enjoy views and relax. Kitchenware for cooking and tableware are also provided in full.

How to Come to "Edelweiss Meadow Camp"

A journey to our "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" on Edelweiss Meadow at the foot of Lenin Peak (3,600 m) takes 5-6 hours if you set out on it from Osh where you can easily get by air; international flights arrive in the city every day. We shall travel in a comfortable motor vehicle along the Pamir Highway over picturesque mountain passes, through cute native mountain villages and Alay Valley.
Russian nationals do not need visas to enter Kyrgyzstan; only their internal passports are required to visit the country. There are regular direct flights to Osh from Moscow and other Russian cities and CIS countries, so if you arrive in Osh in the morning, you will have dinner in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" traditional Kyrgyz yurt in the Pamirs in the evening the same day already.
If you have time to stroll about Osh, you will be pleased with the views and colors of this Asian city. Osh is often referred to as ‘the southern capital’ of Kyrgyzstan. It is the country’s second largest city. You will meet kind and hospitable people and see green busy streets with a lot of cozy cafes. You will visit the exotic local bazaar, and Suleiman Mountain - the main Osh’s place of attraction and the only Kyrgyzstan’s World Heritage Site. The mountain rises in the middle of the city, which enhances its impressiveness and indicates that the Pamirs are not far already.

There are three ways to get to "Edelweiss Meadow Camp":

1. Via Osh, proceeding to the camp by road (Thanks to Kyrgyz visa-free regime regulations and the flights to Osh from Moscow and other CIS cities, including Turkish Airlines flights, this is the best way today, since it allows for saving money and, most importantly, time.)
2. Via Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, proceeding to Osh and thence to the camp by road (The journey from Tashkent to Osh will take 6-7 hours. On the way to Osh you will travel through the picturesque Kamchik Mountain Pass and Ferghana Valley. Nationals of non-CIS countries will need Uzbekistan visas to come via Tashkent.)
3. Via Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, proceeding to Osh by air and thence to the camp by road. (Note the flight baggage allowance is 15 kg, with additional weight to cost 0.7 EURO per kg.)

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 »»

Route Map

Resort in the Pamirs Route Map

Route Map

Vacation in the Pamirs Route Map

 

  1. What is Vacation in the Pamirs?
  2. What is the best time to arrive for Vacation in the Pamirs?
  3. What is the minimal age for the participation in ‘Vacation in the Pamirs’ program? Can children stay at high altitudes?
  4. What is the night and day temperature in the camps?
  5. What kind of clothes should I wear in the area?
  6. Should I get travel insurance?
  7. What are the chances of running into dangerous creatures such as venomous snakes, spiders, scorpions, ticks?
  8. What services are included in the program?
  9. Can people with health problems take the tour?
  10. What should I do if I feel bad in Camps?
  11. What facilities do the camps feature?
  12. What currency is used in Lenin Peak area?
  1. What is Vacation in the Pamirs?
    Vacation in the Pamirs is a unique tour allowing for combination of several recreational activities. While it provides a lot of adventure opportunities, such as hiking and horse riding, it is also intended for adults with no special training, and children. The tour program is optional; the campers will have complete freedom in planning their stays during the tour.
  2. What is the best time to arrive for Vacation in the Pamirs?
    You can choose one of the four arrival dates to suit your convenience. See the table Dates above.You are to arrive in Osh early on the day chosen, or the day before. The time of departure from Osh to "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" is 06:00. If you arrive on the previous day we can reserve a room in an Osh’s hotel for you and meet you at the airport.
  3. What is the minimal age for the participation in ‘Vacation in the Pamirs’ program? Can children stay at high altitudes?
    As the "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" is situated at an elevation of 3,600 m, we strongly recommend that you avoid taking children under 8 there.
    According to UIAA, only children aged 8 and older react to high-altitude conditions in the same way as adults do, and have the same symptoms of the mountain disease. As for younger children, their reaction is unpredictable and, therefore, they should not be brought to an altitude of more than 3,000 to 4,000 m, while their sleep altitude should not be higher than 2,500 m.
    If you take your child to high-altitude areas, you must make sure he/she is absolutely well. Please, consult your pediatrician before going to the mountains with your child.
    The particular risks of exposure of children to high altitude have not been thoroughly studied and much of the advice must necessarily be extrapolated from adult data with due considerations of the influence of growth and development. As known so far children are not under more restrictions to acute exposure to altitude than adults.
    Note: Young children are generally poor at communicating their physiological discomfort, i.e. unlikely to say they are dangerous cold, can’t feel their fingers (assuming they have enough language skills). They would probably just become very quiet and still. A child’s thermal regulation is immaturely developed, as is their ability to adapt to hypoxic exposure when compared to an adult.
    Reflection from snow and a thinner atmospheric layer at high altitude make the risk of solar ultraviolet radiation burns more likely than at sea level. Children are more likely to burn than adults if exposed to excess sun. Appropriate sun-block creams (protection from UVA and UVB, SPF at least 30, applied before sun exposure), hats, long sleeves and goggles are required to prevent sunburn or snowblindness.
    Adequate clothing is essential to prevent misery, hypothermia, and frostbite.
    Brochure UIAA with recomendations for parents.
  4. What is the night and day temperature in the camps?
    The day temperature in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" in July-August varies from +5°С to +30°С; at night it is from +3°С to +15°С. The season is usually sunny and precipitation-free at this altitude. It might snow, rarely; if it does, the snow fallen melts quite quickly.
    It snows more often in "Sunny Camp", since it is located at an altitude of 4,400 m. It is up to +25°С in sunny weather and around 0°С in bad weather there.
  5. What kind of clothes should I wear in the area?
    We recommend that you have the following clothes and gear:
  6. Should I get travel insurance?
    Yes, it is even necessary. Before setting off, you should get it covering the sum of 10,000 - 15,000 USD. Though the tour is safe, you understand it is important to be insured against possible risks.
  7. What are the chances of running into dangerous creatures such as venomous snakes, spiders, scorpions, ticks?
    Our experience in the area proves such chances are very slim.
  8. What services are included in the program?
    The services included are aimed at providing as much comfort as possible. The cost of the tour includes:
    • Meeting / seeing off at airport
    • All transfers as per program
    • One-night accommodation in Osh’s best hotel (3*) with breakfast (the last day)
    • Accommodation in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" in spacious camping tents (with double share)
      (Tents feature with electricity, beds, mattresses, blankets, pillows and linens - blanket covers, pillowcases, sheets.)
    • Full board (including hot dish courses; vegetarian meals possible) by professional chefs
    • Heated guests yurts in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" and "Sunny Camp" for leisure, meals and entertainment
    • Mountain guide
    • Free transfer of personal baggage (under 15kg) from "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" (3600m) to "Sunny Camp" (4400m).
    • Necessary equipment rental:
    • Preparation of all necessary documents required to visit border guard zone, ecotax
    • Storage boxes in both Camps
    • Sauna and shower cabins in "Edelweiss Meadow Camp"
    • Electricity consumption (220 V; 50 Hz).
  9. Can people with health problems take the tour?
    You should take into account the altitude of the 3,600-meter in our "Edelweiss Meadow Camp". It is the altitude where some people may find symptoms of mountain sickness. That is why those suffering from cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure and asthma should see their doctors for advice about taking the tour.
  10. What should I do if I feel bad in Camps?
    There is always a doctor on duty in both Camps and you can ask him. Both camps have stores of medicines for most probable cases of sickness there.
    If a guest has a serious condition requiring hospitalization, he/she will be transported to the nearest hospital. This person’s travel insurance is to cover all the expenses in this case.
  11. What facilities do the camps feature?
    "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" (Base Camp) on the picturesque Edelweiss Meadow features the following:
    • Traditional Kyrgyz yurts, including one for communal use, where campers have meals, socialize and enjoy various entertainments (The yurts have heating stoves lighted daily, chairs and tables, electricity supply, audio and video equipment, as well as a bar to buy snacks and various beverages in the communal one.)
    • Comfortable and spacious 4-pax half-barrel tents on special platforms, with sleeping boards, mattresses and all necessary bed clothes
    • Sauna (operated daily in the afternoon)
    • City standard flush toilet
    • Tap stands with soap and mirrors
    • Storage yurt
    • Volleyball court, ball
    • Full board (including hot dish courses; vegetarian meals possible) by professional chefs
    • Electricity supply, Internet access, two-way radios, satellite phone.
    "Sunny Camp" (Camp 1) on Lenin Peak moraine has the following:
    • Two yurts featuring heating stoves (lighted daily), with tables and chairs, electricity supply, audio and video equipment, as well as a bar to buy snacks and various beverages in one of them
    • Specious half-barrel tents
    • Toilet (always kept clean)
    • Storage yurt
    • Satellite phone, two-ways radios, battery charging facility
    • Sauna.
  12. What currency is used in Lenin Peak area?
    US dollars, euros, Russian rubles and Kyrgyz soms are all accepted. However, US dollars are preferable.

If you have any other questions about the tour, do not hesitate to contact our managers. We are always ready to help.

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