Journey · 1 day
Bishkek - Tuz Ashuu (Song Kul)
On the road to Kilemche and horseback riding to the Song Kul lake
- Drive
- 300 km
- Horse
- 16 km
- Season
- May – October
- Meals
- Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
- Elevation gain
- 1060 m
- Elevation loss
- 600 m
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- 01OriginBishkek
- 02DestinationTuz Ashuu (Song Kul)
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About this Journey
In the early morning, we'll meet our guide in Bishkek and begin our journey westward. Passing through the vibrant Boom Canyon, we'll traverse southward via the Kubakö Pass, reaching an elevation of 2080 meters and enjoying panoramic view of the Orto Tokoi reservoir. Our next stop is Kochkor, where we'll visit the handicraft women's association before continuing our journey through the Kyzart Pass. Descending into the lush Jumgal Valley, we'll arrive at the Kilemche jailoo for a leisurely lunch. Afterward, we'll embark on a horseback ride, crossing the Jalgyz Karagay Pass at an altitude of 3437 meters along a steep nomadic trail leading to Song Kul Lake. Finally, we'll descend to the Tuz Ashuu jailoo, situated on the shores of the magnificent Song Kul Lake, where nomads gather during the summer months. We'll spend the night and enjoy dinner in a traditional yurt.
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