Journey · 1 day
Bishkek - Bokonbaeva
Drive to the South shore of Issyk Kul lake, at Bokonbaeva
- Drive
- 280 km5 hr
- Walk
- 2 hr
- Season
- Year-Round
- Meals
- Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
- Elevation gain
- 270 m
- Elevation loss
- 270 m
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The route
- 01OriginBishkek
- 02DestinationBokonbaeva
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About this Journey
The road takes up the valley of Chuy, to arrive at the lake Issyk Kul, the 2nd biggest mountain's lake to the world after Titicaca. The road passes by the south bank of the lake Issyk Kul, very authentic and surprising landscapes between forests and desert. Installation at the inhabitant in Bokonbaeva or under yurt by the lake.
On the way, visit of Burana tower site, on the ruins of the ancient Karakhanid’s capital, Balasagyn. Lunch in Boom gorge and then short walk (2h) in Konorchek canyon to admire the red rocks structures.
Other options: rafting in the river of Chuy or Chong Kemin, visit of the ancient cities: Ak-Beshim, Navekat ; meeting with a hunter provided with an eagle; visit of the producers of yurts of the village of Kyzyl Tuu.
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