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In May 2024 we have made a week tour through Kyrgyzstan organised by Ecotour. The trip as amazing and excellent -we can just recommend to everybody. Our tour guide Evira and driver Ruslan were fantastic and made the the tour fantastic experience. All the organisation was perfect. Thanks to Ecotour !
Highlights of the Ak Suu Traverse
Hike the Ak Suu Traverse in 11, 9, 7, or 5 days
The Ak-Suu Traverse (or Transverse) is widely acclaimed to be the best trek in Kyrgyzstan, and the 11 and 9 days route we incorporates the best of the trek in an accessible itinerary. This is a challenging trek that crosses several high passes, and is most suitable for adventurous hikers. You'll spend the nights at high altitude either in good equiped yurt camps or in tents. Overnight stay in a guesthouse in Karakol before and after the trek, is incluced.
If you have less time, a shorter part of this trak can be done in 7 or5 days. In both programs You will stay in tents at Ala Kol lake and have time to take a bath in the hot springs of Altyn Arashan This trek can be booked as a small group tour (see departure dates below) or as a private trip with a customisable itinerary. Your group will consist of 4 to 8 people who must be able to hike 5-7 hours a day, and are not afraid of hiking on a steep, stony route, sometimes without a clear path.
dates: 11 days program: June 21- July 1; July 16 - July 26; August 3- August 13; August 20 – August 30 9 days program June 21 – June 29; July 16- July 24; August 3- August 11; August 20 - August 28 7 days program 2 June - 8 |June; 21 June – 27 June; 13 July – 19 July; 3 August – 9 August; 18 August – 24 August 5 days program 31 May – 4 June; 14 June – 18 June; 28 June – 2 July; 19 July – 23 July; 9 August – 13 August - - Prices: from 339 euro p.p.; 5 days program if 4 participants .
Good to know
- Ecotour Kyrgyzstan: locally owned & operated
- Top rated on Trip Advisor
- Book direct with local specialists
What's included
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Days
5 – 11
Starting from
€339 pp
Destinations
KyrgyzstanActivity
Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Responsible Travel, Slow Travel, Solo TravelTour Type
Small group tour, Private guided tourPhysical Level
Strenuous
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Season
June - September
Detailed itinerary
What you'll see and do
Day 1
Karakol to Boz-Uchuk
Turgen
Transfer from Karakol to Turgen-Aksu Valley (60 km), about 1 hour. Start of 7 days of trekking and crossing the first pass of 3.363 m. over the Boz-Uchuk to the lakes where we will stay in yurts for the night (3,220m). If we arrive in time, we can go and see the sunset over the Issyk Kul basin. Total trekking 10km.
Day 2
Boz-Uchuk to Ala Kol Lake
Boz Uchuk Lakes
Today a long hike, first downhill and then 2 km more steeply up hill to the pass at 3,524 m. Trail continues to Ailanysh Lake (3,445m), next over the Ailanysh Pass of 3,676m. From here we see the stunning views of the Ak-Suu glacier. Yurts next to Ala Kol Lake (3,350m). Total 19km hiking.
Day 3
Ala Kol Lake to Altyn-Arashan hot springs
Altyn Arashan Valley
Today an easier day, but starting with an 800m climb to go over the Ortok Pass (3.650 m) and then descend to the Altyn-Arashan hot springs, 6-7 hours hiking. After lunch, a short hike to the hot springs where we can bathe in the hot water. Overnight in tents or dormitory-style hut at 2,500. Trekking 14km.
Day 4
Ala-Kol Pass
Ala-Kol
Today we cross the Ala-Kol Pass. We cross the bridge to the west side of the Ak Suu River and then, after 2km, we turn into the mountains and, after 8km uphill, we reach the Ala-Kol North Pass (3,906m). The final 200 metres are very steep. Amazing views. We will camp next to Ala-Kol Lake. Trekking 15km.
Day 5
Karakol Valley
Karakol Gorge
It is possible to explore the glacier side by the morning. Hike around the lake and go up to cross the pass that is on the south side of the lake. From here there is a very steep descent into the Karakol Valley, at least 4 hours for the downhill. Lunch in the Karakol Valley and then another 200m to set-up camp for the night. Trekking 11 km.
Day 6
Telety Pass
Telety Camp
The last long uphill trek to the Telety Pass (3,792m). Downhill for about one and a half hours to the river valley and then along the river to our camp (3,100m). Stay not far from the river at 3.100 m. Trekking 10 km.
Day 7
Djeti-Oguz Valley
Djeti-Oguz
Walk down to the Djeti-Oguz Valley, where we will have lunch in yurts, and then hike to a nearby waterfall called Girl’s Braids. Trekking 14 km. The minibus will meet you not far from here at Kok-Jaik Pastures. From here back to Karakol. Stay in guesthouse.
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Turgen
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Boz Uchuk Lakes
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Altyn Arashan Valley
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Ala-Kol
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Karakol Gorge
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Telety Camp
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Djeti-Oguz
Speak to a Kyrgyzstan specialist about this trip
What's included
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Accommodation |
Each night in guesthouses, tents or yurts as specified by the itinerary. |
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Guided excursions |
Accompanied by an expert bi-lingual mountain guide and trekking support team. |
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Ground transfers |
All ground transfers, hotel collections and airport transfers. |
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All meals |
All meals freshly prepared by the group cook while trekking. |
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Camping equipment |
All tents and camping equipment supplied. |
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Support |
24/7 emergency support while in-country. |
Upcoming departures
How to book
Your booking will be confirmed upon receipt of a deposit of euros 250 per person. The outstanding balance must be paid either 8 weeks before departure or in cash upon arrival.
Our tours can be booked as small group tours on the stated departure dates OR as private/customised tours for groups of up to 10 people (and sometimes more) and for families with (young) children. For the majority of our tours you can specify the start date and length of the tour.
Reviews
What people are saying about Ecotour Kyrgyzstan
Petr Havlik
01/05/2024
Rupon M
06/09/2023
The trip was absolutely fantastic! 🙂
Noorzat & Azamat looked us after us very well and both did a brilliant job.
Indeed, we thoroughly enjoyed Kyrgyzstan and will both highly recommend the country to our friends/family as well as endeavor to do a second visit to discover more of the country.
1. Communication with that team – Ecoutour specially Adri were very responsive, answered all our questions and provided detailed information
2. Bespoke tour based on our requests and requirements. This was very important for us as we didn’t want to just follow the other tours / tourists
3. Tour guide and driver – were both great and did a brilliant job
4. True homestay and Yurts experience – we appreciated that we were given the opportunity to experience staying with local families rather than just places made up for tourists
Rachele
04/08/2018
Super recommended!!
I found Ecoutour on the internet (and on the guide-book as well) and I was so lucky!
They are very precise and cooperative in finding the best solution for my needs, very welcoming to let you discover the tradition and culture of this beautiful country!
I was very lucky to have the best guide ever and a very safe driver during the mountains and yurt camps tour.
Colette
11/06/2019
We had a wonderful time on the textiles tour! Leaning how to do Shyrdak was my favorite part. Kenje was the best guide, knowledgeable, patient and kind.
Abigail L
09/09/2019
Wonderful quality organization - excellent service - professional staff
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