Trekking to the Lenin Peak with climbing Yukhin Peak

Trekking tour in the Pamir Mountains with easy climbing over 5000 meters - Yukhin Peak (5130 m)

Country of destination:	Kyrgyzstan, Pamir Mountains	View the route map »»
Itinerary: (Osh-Osh)	Osh – “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m) – “Sunny” camp (4400 m) – Yukhin peak (5130 m) – Osh
Itinerary: (Bishkek-Bishkek)	Bishkek – 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. 28.06–05.07.2025

Group №02. 05.07–12.07.2025

Group №03. 12.07–19.07.2025

Group №04. 19.07–26.07.2025

Group №05. 26.07–02.08.2025

Group №06. 02.08–09.08.2025

Group №07. 09.08–16.08.2025

Group №08. 16.08–23.08.2025

BISHKEK – BISHKEK

Group №01. 27.06–06.07.2025

Group №02. 04.07–13.07.2025

Group №03. 11.07–20.07.2025

Group №04. 18.07–27.07.2025

Group №05. 25.07–03.08.2025

Group №06. 01.08–10.08.2025

Group №07. 08.08–17.08.2025

Group №08. 15.08–24.08.2025

GUARANTEED DATES OF THE GROUP TOUR IN 2026: ▼

Join our trekking tour to the Lenin Peak Advance Base Camp and easy Yukhin Peak climb. We will come to foot of the famous Lenin Peak (7134 m) and experience the beauty of the high Pamir mountains from the summit of Yukhin Peak. A trek to the Lenin Peak Base Camp is a staple in any adventurer’s bucket list in Kyrgyzstan. Hiking through the pristine wilderness of Pamir region will take you through gigantic glaciers, snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, stunning panorama views from Travellers' Pass (4150 m) and vast open spaces.

Yukhin Peak (5130 m) is the easy to climb summit of over 5000 meters of the Pamir Mountains in Kyrgyzstan. Yuhin Peak is not technically complicated and suitable for beginners. There are no steep ice and rocky sections on the route and climbing does not require special mountaineering equipment. You could see that scenic view from the summit on the snow wall of Lenin Peak on one side and the vast Alay Valley on the other.

We propose you to climb Yukhin Peak to discover the high altitude and precisely live a first mountain experience. The fact that it is not too high allows you to discover how your body reacts to altitude and better understand how to prepare for future high-altitude expeditions.

No special preparation is required for this program. We will provide you all necessary equipment for free. You should be in good physical shape for long hiking at altitudes from 3500 to 5130 meters.

You will live in our own comfortable yurt camps, where you can choose the type of accommodation – in spacious heated tents with beds or real Kyrgyz yurts with a personal bathroom. On the territory, there are sauna and shower cabins, washbasins, toilets, Internet, rental, shop, medical center, volleyball court and large national yurts. You will have delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners in warm yurts. A professional team under the guidance of a guest chef prepares meals for you.

Enjoy the most beautiful trekking route in Pamir Mountains! In addition, make your first 5000-meter summit!

We offer the program in 2 options - via Osh and via Bishkek.

OSH - OSH
BISHKEK - BISHKEK

Tour program,
services, prices
How to come. map.
visas & permits
Equipment and clothes
FAQ

Tour program Osh-Osh:
Day 1	Arrival in Osh. Transfer to the Pamirs, “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp. Meeting at the Osh airport with a representative of Central Asia Travel. Breakfast. A short briefing. Handing over of necessary documents and permits. Visit to a supermarket before departure. 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 2	Acclimatization hiking to the lakes of the Achik-Tash River valley and the sacred Tulpar-Kol Lake. Travel time: 5–6 hrs; 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 3	Acclimatization hike to a scenic viewing point on the Petrovskiy Peak ridge (4150 m). Trekking time: 3-4 hrs; 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 4	Trekking to “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m) at the foot of the seven-thousander – Lenin Peak. Travel time: 6-7 hours; altitude difference: +800 m. The route to the "Sunny" camp runs through the Lukovaya (Leek) Meadow, the Marmot Meadow, the Spirit Castle of Alay, thePuteshestvennikov (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 “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m), accommodation, and rest. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight at “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m).

Day 5	Ascent to Yukhin Peak (5130 m). Travel time: 6-7 hours; 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. Return to the “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m), and rest. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight at “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m).

Day 6	Descent to “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m). Travel time: 5 hours; 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” yurt camp (3600 m).

Day 7	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. 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 the hotel.

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

COST OF THE TOUR 2025:

The cost of the tour:	Standard (tents) “Edelweiss Meadow” camp	Comfort (yurts) “Edelweiss Meadow” camp
The cost of the tour for 1 person	650 USD	1000 USD
SGL accommodation	+80 USD	+200 USD

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

Price-list for the additional services »»

ACCOMMODATION IN COMFORTABLE YURTS FOR ADDITIONAL PAYMENT »»

The cost of the tour includes:

Meeting/seeing-off at the airport, group transfer airport – hotel – airport for each flight.
All transfers according to the program;
Arrangement of necessary documents for visiting the region, including the ecological fee.
Accommodation:
- At the "Sunrise Osh" 3* hotel in a twin room with breakfast.
- "Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m):
- Option “Standard” – accommodation in heated camping tents with beds;
- Option “Comfort” – accommodation in comfortable heated yurts for 1–2–3 people.
- Accommodation at the "Sunny" Camp 1 (4400 m): camping tents with wooden platforms, thermal insulation, and foam mattresses.
Meals - full board on days (1-6): three hot meals a day, including vegetarian options;
Services of a mountain guide during trekking (Days 1–6).
Service for transporting personal belongings (up to 15 kg) on horses to the "Sunny" camp (4400 m) and back.
Equipment rental (free of charge):
- Sleeping bag (for visiting the "Sunny" camp 1);
- Trekking poles;
- Rain cape;
- Camping mat,
- Headlamp;
- Metal thermos;
- Gaiters for snow protection;
- Group first-aid kit;

Infrastructure of the
“Edelweiss Meadow” Base camp:
- heated national Kyrgyz yurts for leisure activities;
- washstands and toilets;
- sauna and shower cabins;
- medical services;
- storage room;
- electricity: 220 V; 50 Hz.

Infrastructure of the “Sunny” camp 1:
- heated national Kyrgyz yurts for leisure activities;
- washstands and toilets;
- medical services;
- storage room;
- electricity: 220 V; 50 Hz.

The cost of the tour does not include:

The cost of international flights;
Medical insurance.

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 company:

Climbing certificate.

Accommodation:
This tour comes with the following accommodation:

Location	Accommodation
Osh	Sunrise Osh Hotel 3* or similar
"Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp	Standard Option – accommodation in camping tents Comfort Option – accommodation in yurts
“Sunny” Camp 1 (4400 m)	Accommodation in camping tents


►	"Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp Standard Option – accommodation in heated camping tents, 1–2 persons per tent. The tents are equipped with electricity, individual heaters, 2 camping chairs, 2 beds, mattresses, blankets, pillows and changeable bed linen: flat sheets, bed sheets, and pillowcases. Comfort Option – accommodation in a comfortable yurt, 1–3 persons per yurt. The yurt is equipped with private bathroom (shower cabin, toilet, hot and cold water, toiletries, hairdryer; towels); heating, electricity, beds with changeable bed linen, wardrobes, desk, armchairs, electric kettle, tea set and sweets. Staying in a yurt is really authentic experience which allows you to fully appreciate the nomadic life. Guests will be provided with exceptional comfort, complete with the cozy warmth of natural felt, and the convenience of wooden furniture. The unique design of the yurt, with its circular shape and central skylight, creates a really relaxed atmosphere, perfect for gazing at the stars after a day of exploration. The “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp offers at your disposal a sauna and shower cubicles, washstand and toilet, Wi-Fi, a laundry, rental point, luggage storage room, volleyball court, and large traditional heated yurts for meals and leisure activities, as well as a medical point. The main highlight of the camp is its cozy cafe, where you can enjoy a delicious cup of freshly brewed coffee with aromatic pastries or unique desserts at any time. You can warm up by the original stove with a cup of hot mulled wine or herbal tea, grab a quick sandwich with a glass of freshly squeezed juice, or have a pleasant time with friends at the bar. All of this comes with an epic view of Lenin Peak (7134 m) through large panoramic windows.
►	"Sunny” Camp 1 (4400 m) (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. Hotels. We offer accommodation in cozy hotels often decorated in a national style.

Transportation.
Depending on the size of a group the following means of transportation are used during the tour:

Group	Transport
Group 1-15 pax	"Mercedes-Benz Sprinter"

How to Come to "Edelweiss Meadow Camp"
Visas and Permits

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.
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

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

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

Albania
Australia
Austria
Andorra
Argentina
Brazil
Bahrain
Belgium
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Britain
Brunei Darussalam
Bulgaria
Canada

Chile
Croatia
Czech Republic
Cyprus
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy

Israel
Japan
Kuwait
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Mexico
Monaco
Montenegro
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway

Poland
Portugal
Qatar
Republic of Korea
Romania
San Marino
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sultanate of Oman
Sweden
Switzerland

Thailand
Turkey
United Arab Emirates
United States of America
Uzbekistan
Vatican
Vietnam

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

Route Map

Profile of the route using Google Earth. Yuhin Peak (5,130 m)

EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHES

As already mentioned, the participants need not buy and bring with them heavy and bulky equipment for the tour, because we shall provide them for free with special equipment for the entire period of the program:

Sleeping bag (for visiting "Sunny” Camp1);
Telescopic ski sticks for walking;
Raincoat;
Headlamp;
Sleeping pad;
Metallic vacuum flask;
High gaiters to protect boots from snow;
First-aid kit (group);

The participants should bring themselves only suitable personal clothes, shoes and accessories to feel comfortable during the trekking part of the tour. As an example of comfortable hiking clothes and shoes, we recommend the following list (certainly, you can choose similar equipment to your preference):

Recommended clothes and equipment:

1	A small backpack for hiking.	18–30 L
2	A sports bag on wheels + waterproof dry bag (optional, but convenient to porter on horses gear to Camp 1 "Sunny", the rest of the things remain in the storage room)	90-120 L + 65-80 L (waterproof dry bag)

Footwear

1	Lightweight trekking boots, ankle locking, with good treads	GORE-TEX (Scarpa kailash GTX, Salomon Quest 4D GTX, The North Face Wreck Mid GTX или аналоги)
2	Walking shoes	During the parking lot / to replace trekking for Camp Solnechny
3	Flip-flops/sandals/crocs	To move around the neighborhood of the camp

Clothes

1	Assault jacket GORE-TEX	Membrane fabric / GORE-TEX
2	Assault trousers GORE-TEX	Membrane fabric / GORE-TEX
3	Down jacket or jacket with synthetic insulation (preferably with hood) such as PrimaLoft or ThermoBall etc.	Camp Sunny may have sub-zero temperatures in the evening (BASK Valdez, etc.)

Cloth

1	Thin thermal underwear
2	Fleece jacket
3	Trekking long sleeve	Optional
4	T-shirts, cotton and trekking		2-3 pcs.
5	Walking / trekking trousers
6	Cotton trousers with fouter for the evening in the camp	Optional
7	Trekking Shorts (Optional): for warmer weather or as an alternative to pants.
8	High casual socks (cotton or thin trekking socks)		3-4 pairs
9	Moisture-Wicking Underwear: designed for comfort and dryness.
10	Sleeping socks (woolen)		1 pair
11	Warm hat (wool, fleece)	Outdoor Research Windwarrior Hat, Outdoor Research Peruvian Hat
12	Cap, sun hat with neck protection	Outdoor Research Sun Runner Cap, Outdoor Research Activeice Cap
13	Buff	To protect your neck from sunburn while on the glacier, at Camp Sunny	2 pc
14	Thin Gloves - Fleece, Polartec, WindBloc and thick with insulation (for example, RedFox Ice).

Accessories

1	Swimsuit, swimming costume	Weather permitting, you can swim in the lakes near Base Camp
2	Drinking water bottle
3	Thermos
4	Towel (not more than 1 metre long)
5	Washing accessories
6	Wet wipes
7	Sunscreen	50 SPF and above
8	Lipstick for sun and wind protection	20 SPF and above
9	Mountain sunglasses (not city sunglasses!)	UV protection. Side protection against bright light is important.
10	Personal first-aid kit

► Memo: Useful tips for tourists »»

What is Vacation in the Pamirs?
What is the best time to arrive for Vacation in the Pamirs?
What is the minimal age for the participation in ‘Vacation in the Pamirs’ program? Can children stay at high altitudes?
What is the night and day temperature in the camps?
What kind of clothes should I wear in the area?
Should I get travel insurance?
What are the chances of running into dangerous creatures such as venomous snakes, spiders, scorpions, ticks?
What services are included in the program?
Can people with health problems take the tour?
What should I do if I feel bad in Camps?
What facilities do the camps feature?
What currency is used in Lenin Peak area?

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.
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.
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.
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.
What kind of clothes should I wear in the area?
We recommend that you have the following clothes and gear:
- A moderate-sized backpack to hike with (30-40 l);
- Transport trunk. Not essential, but it facilitates the transportation of the things to "Edelweiss Meadow Camp" and further horseback transportation to "Sunny Camp".
- Sun cream (SPF 25-40).
- Sunglasses.
- Trekking boots (Scarpa kailash GTX, Salomon Quest 4D GTX, The North Face Wreck Mid GTX or similar).
  Scarpa kailash GTX Scarpa kailash GTX Salomon Quest 4D GTX Salomon Quest 4D GTX Salomon Quest 4D GTX The North Face Wreck Mid GTX SALEWA MTN Trainer GTX SALEWA MTN Trainer GTX Teva Keen Garmont Dragontail MNT GTX Garmont Dragontail MNT GTX Garmont Dragontail MNT GTX
- Hiking shoes (SALEWA MTN Trainer GTX, Garmont Dragontail MNT GTX or similar), andor sandals (Teva, Keen or similar) to travel within and between the lower camps ("Edelweiss Meadow Camp" and "Sunny Camp"). Besides, you need a pair of light and open footwear for Osh, which features high summer temperatures.
  Scarpa kailash GTX Scarpa kailash GTX Salomon Quest 4D GTX Salomon Quest 4D GTX Salomon Quest 4D GTX The North Face Wreck Mid GTX SALEWA MTN Trainer GTX SALEWA MTN Trainer GTX Teva Keen Garmont Dragontail MNT GTX Garmont Dragontail MNT GTX Garmont Dragontail MNT GTX
- Downy jacket / PrimaLoft or ThermoBall synthetic insulated jackets (BASK Valdez or similar)
- Assault jacket GORE-TEX (RedFox Vector GTX III or similar).
- Assault trousers GORE-TEX or Bib and brace overalls GORE-TEX (RedFox Vector GTX III or similar).
- Suit POLARTEC (for instance, jacket BASK Kondor V3 + trousers BASK Vinson Pro V2).
- Skin tight linen thermals POLARTEC - two sets: thin thermals to wick moisture away from the skin (for instance RedFox Dry Zone) and thick ones for insulation (for instance, jacket + trousers BASK)
- Thin Gloves, Fleece, Polartec, WindBloc and thick insulated gloves (for instance, RedFox Ice)
- Peaked cap or panama hat + insulated winter hat. A light sun runner cap(Outdoor Research Sun Runner Cap, Outdoor Research Activeice Cap or similar) or panama hat (Outdoor Research Conzumel Sombrero, Outdoor Research Helios Sun Hat or similar) + insulated hat (Outdoor Research Windwarrior Hat, Outdoor Research Peruvian Hat or similar).
  Outdoor Research Sun Runner Cap Outdoor Research Activeice Cap
- Knitted T-shirts.
- Socks-POLAR, thermal socks, like Boreal TREK Thermolite or similars + ordinary socks.
- Lip balm.
- First-aid kit (personal).
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.
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.
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:
  - Sleeping bag (for visiting "Sunny Camp");
  - Telescopic ski sticks for walking;
  - Rainwear;
  - Headlamp;
  - Sleeping pad;
  - Metallic vacuum flask 0,5 - 1,0 litres;
  - High gaiters to protect your feet from snow;
  - First-aid kit group.
- 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).
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.
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.
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.
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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Tour program Bishkek-Bishkek:
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. Osh, known as the "southern capital", is the second-largest city in Kyrgyzstan, located at an altitude of 963 meters above sea level, on the southeastern edge of the fertile Ferghana Valley, right at the foot of the Pamir-Alay mountains. Depending on your arrival time, we recommend taking a self-guided walk through the city center. You can visit the local bazaar or the shopping street filled with dozens of shops and street food options. If you’d like, you can also pick up a tourist SIM card with an Internet package (it works perfectly in the Pamir Mountains) or 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. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2	Transfer to the Pamirs, “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp. 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 3	Acclimatization hiking to the lakes of the Achik-Tash River valley and the sacred Tulpar-Kol Lake. Travel time: 5–6 hrs; 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 4	Acclimatization hike to a scenic viewing point on the Petrovskiy Peak ridge (4150 m). Trekking time: 3-4 hrs; 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 5	Trekking to “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m) at the foot of the seven-thousander – Lenin Peak. Travel time: 6-7 hours; altitude difference: +800 m. The route to the "Sunny" camp runs through the Lukovaya (Leek) Meadow, the Marmot Meadow, the Spirit Castle of Alay, thePuteshestvennikov (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 “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m), accommodation, and rest. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight at “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m).

Day 6	Ascent to Yukhin Peak (5130 m). Travel time: 6-7 hours; 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. Return to the “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m), and rest. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight at “Sunny” camp 1 (4400 m).

Day 7	Descent to “Edelweiss Meadow” yurt camp (3600 m). Travel time: 5 hours; 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” yurt camp (3600 m).

Day 8	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 9	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 10	Departure from Bishkek. Transfer to the airport. The end of the program. Meals: breakfast.