Adventure

Trek in the heart of the Pamir Alay

For those who like long walks at high altitude

Duration
10 days
Travel window
Start day
20
Start month
End day
15
End month
Countries
Kyrgyzstan
Activities
Hiking
Discover the journey
Sary-Mogol pass
Private field journal 10 chapters

The story

The journey

Trek the Untouched Trails of the Pamir-Alay

Discover the raw beauty of the Pamir-Alay mountains on this private trekking tour with Nomad's Land. Hike through picturesque valleys, encounter traditional Kyrgyz shepherds, incredible panoramice views of the majesty of Lenin peak and camp under the stars in one of Central Asia's most spectacular and untouched regions.

Route map

The route

Day by day

The journey, day by day

10 chapters

Day 01 Arrival at the airport Osh early in the morning
Day 01

Arrival at the airport Osh early in the morning

Osh International Airport Osh

Arrival at the airport Osh early in the morning. Meeting by our English speaking guide. Transfer to the guesthouse. Visit of several monuments of the capital of south Kyrgyzstan: Salomon sacred mountain wich is World heritage Site, supported by UNESCO, square of Alymbek Datka, and largest and most crowded outdoor market in all of Central Asia. Overnight in the guest house in Osh.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Osh International airport
Day 02 Transfer to Sary-Mogol jailoo
Day 02

Transfer to Sary-Mogol jailoo

Osh Sary-Mogol valley South

Drive to the high valley of Pamir-Alay, on the new road till the village of Sary-Mogol, then hike to the jailoo. Dinner and night under yurt.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Osh city
Day 03 Trek to lakes of Sary-Mogol glaciers
Day 03

Trek to lakes of Sary-Mogol glaciers

Sary-Mogol valley South Sary-Mogol lakes

Morning, walk into the gorge of Sary-Mogol valley, then the trail goes West and steep. Arriving at the first lake, installation of our camp and lunch. Afternoon, walk around lakes and glaciers. Dinner and night under tents at 4000m. altitude.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

YC S-M
Day 04 Trek in the Sary Mogol South Valley (3350 m)
Day 05 Trek through the plateau Korumdy
Day 05

Trek through the plateau Korumdy

Sary-Mogol valley South Kara-Kabak

In the morning, climbing up Korumdy trays then runs through the pastures to the Kara-Kabak valley. The panorama is very wide and offers incredible views of Lenin Peak. Overnight in tents.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Zalayskiy range
Day 06 Excursion to Kosh Koel Lake
Day 06

Excursion to Kosh Koel Lake

Kara-Kabak Damdjailoo

In the morning, we climb a small slope in the neighbouring valley, a small path through bushes and small meadows. Then the valley turns to the west and the Alta Dehesa widens between dozens of peaks. The pass at 4150 m. is erased in the landscape and we easily descend to the lake Kosh Koel and climb up to the camp. Overnight in tents.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Kara Kabak
Day 07 Exploration of Damjailoo glacial lakes and cirques
Day 07

Exploration of Damjailoo glacial lakes and cirques

Damdjailoo Damdjailoo

Pasar el día en el circo Damdjailoo que oculta varios lagos por encima de nuestro campamento, y hacer un picnic al borde de uno de los grandes lagos. Regreso al mismo campamento. Noche en tiendas de campaña.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Pasar el día en el circo Damdjailoo que oculta varios lagos por encima de nuestro campamento.
Day 08 Walk down the Kashka-Suu valley
Day 09 Trek to the Traverler's pass
Day 09

Trek to the Traverler's pass

Lenin peak BC Lenin peak BC

On the same route than alpinists, the trail climbs to Col Puteshextvenikov (4100 m) in a lunar landscape and overlooking the Lenin peak and the great valley of Achyk-Tash. Afternoon, return by the same path. Night in the same camp as the day before in tents.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Horseback riding at BC peak Lenin
Day 10 Transfer to Osh
Day 10

Transfer to Osh

Lenin peak BC Osh

Road to Sary Tash and Osh (230 km away). Latest views of the Pamir Alai before descending into the gorges of the Kaldik and passing a small pass after Gulcho. Lunch in Osh. City tour. Dinner and overnight in homestay.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Lenin peak

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Reviews of Nomad's Land

Travelers, in their own words

Published reviews of our team and service.

“One word: THANK YOU! Two fabulous weeks experiencing nomadic life up close. Bakyt, without you, the journey would not have been the same. Thank you for your kindness and energy! Thanks to Youri, our amazing driver! In short, highly recommend this agency 100%.”

Laure Facebook

“"Visit to Kyrgyzstan = Nomad’s Land" Our stay in the country boils down to this. An unforgettable experience! The whole team is very competent and responsive. The country is amazing. We did 17 days and visited incredible and untouched corners. I recommend the nights with nomadic shepherds. Magical moments!”

Yann Décaillet

“An attention and a treatment of 10. Highly recommended. Kyrgyzstan, an unforgettable experience. I will return if you do !!!”

David Suarez Garcia

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