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Horseback riding to Batay Aral (Song Kul)

Jumgal → Batay Aral (Song Kul)

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Horseback Journey from Kilemche to Song Kul via Djangy Bulak Pass

Kilemche Jailoo → Tuz Ashuu (Song Kul)

In the morning, we set off on horseback from Kilemche, ascending toward the Djangy Bulak Pass (3,437 m). The trail is steep and rocky, offering a rewarding challenge as we climb into the high mountains. From the top, a…

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Free morning at Song Kul lake, then drive to Chaek

Tash Doeboe (Song Kul) → Chaek

Free morning to enjoy the last moments on the shores of Song Kul lake. (Possible activities: demonstration of nomadic games; petroglyph hunting; walk or horseback ride by the lake; discovery of the nomadic way of life; Kyrgyz…

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Horseback riding to Batay Aral (Song Kul)

Jumgal → Batay Aral (Song Kul)

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Hike to Song Kul's lake

Jantyk → Tash Doeboe (Song Kul)

Walk up to the pass Kurgak Tepshi 3713m. picnic on the hills with a splendid view of Song Kul lake, on the way down we seek petroglyphs left by ancient hunters. Overnight in yurt.

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Transfer to Jumgal and horseback riding to Tulpar Tash (Song Kul)

Kochkor → Tulpar Tash (Song Kul)

After leaving Kochkor, the road goes to the Kyzart pass (2664 m. alt.) which open a wide view on pasture and the Jumgal valley. We stop at the first village and we meet our groom-team. They will guide us to the Song Kul lake, a…

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Horseback riding to Son Kul (Tulpar Tash)

Jumgal → Tulpar Tash (Song Kul)

Breakfast in Kilemche. Horses pass through the Uzbek pass. Lunch in Jaman Echki on the West shore Son – Kul and arriving to Tulpar Tash. Overnight and dinner in yurt.

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Drive to the north shore of the Song-Kul's lake and short hike

Tamchy → Tuz Ashuu (Song Kul)

Begin your journey by driving to lake Song-Kul via Kyzart pass, passing through Kyzart village. After lunch, we will reach Kilemche valley and proceed to the lake via Tuz Ashuu pass. Enjoy a walk down to the lake's shore before…

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Tuz Ashuu (Song Kul) – Jumgal village : Horse riding to Jumgal village

Tuz Ashuu (Song Kul) → Jumgal

In the morning, we have a bit freetime to enjoy the nomadic life around our yurt camp, then we ride up to the Kara Kya pass (3120m), the lowest pass of the Song Kul's lake, lunch at the pass with splendid view of the lake and the…

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Horseback riding to Song Kul (Batai-Aral)

Kilemche Jailoo → Batay Aral (Song Kul)

In the morning we take our horses, we go up gorge Kilemche and returning to Lake Son-Kul. 20 km riding (5 h). Then we cross the pass of Jalgyz-Karagay (3437 m). lunch in yurt jailoo Jaman-Echki. After lunch we go up to the…

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Morning transfer to Lake Song Kul via Kalmak Ashuu Pass (3446m.)

Kochkor → Batay Aral (Song Kul)

Ride through mountains and hills, discover the herds of yaks and nomadic culture. Then transfer to the shore of Lake Song Kul, where we meеt with our host family. Traditional meal and overnight in yurts. (3030m. Alt.)

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Day driving to Song Kul's lake

Jeti Oguz sanatorium → Tash Doeboe (Song Kul)

In the morning departure from Jety-Oguz. Lunch in Kochkor village where we can visit a handicraft center and see the process of making traditional Kyrgyz carpets. In the afternoon transfer to the Son-Kul Lake over Kalmak -Ashu…

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Drive from Kazarman to the Song Kul's lake by the Moldo Ashuu pass 3230 m. alt.

Kazarman → Tash Doeboe (Song Kul)

In the morning, we depart from Kazarman and follow the course of the Naryn River, making our way toward the village of Karabulun. After crossing the river, we ascend into the scenic Karakayn Gorge, where the road winds along the…

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From Kumdu Suu Jailoo to Kochkor – Return from the High Pastures

Kumdu Suu (Song Kul) → Kochkor

After breakfast, we say goodbye to our hosts at Kumdu Suu jailoo, leaving behind the serene shores of Song Kul Lake. We drive along the easthern shore, passing yurt camps and herds of horses grazing on the open pastures. The road…

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The end of the transhumance

Kumdu Suu (Song Kul) → Batay Aral (Song Kul)

Our transhumant breeding has come to an end. After breakfast, we will ride to the bridge where we have the appointment with our driver. He will take us to the yurt camp on the shore of Song Kul lake to spend a night. Dinner and…

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Road from Kyzyl Oy to Song Kul's lake

Kyzyl Oy → Tash Doeboe (Song Kul)

A multitude of different landscapes are waiting for you today. The descent of the Kekemeren canyon and its fascinating colors. The valley of Jumgal. Karaketche Forests and Coal Mine. Song Kul Lake. Arrival at the shore of the…

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Horseback riding to Song Kul's lake

Jumgal → Tuz Ashuu (Song Kul)

Жумгал 2200м. - Kilemche - перевал Тюз Ашу в 3228м, 3040м ночь в юрте на берегу озера Сон Куль. (21км, 5-6 часов езды, полупустынная местность, пастбища)

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From Kumdu Suu Jailoo to Bokonbaeva – From high-altitude pastures to the shores of Issyk Kul

Kumdu Suu (Song Kul) → Bokonbaeva

After breakfast, we bid farewell to our hosts at the Kumdu Suu jailoo, leaving behind the tranquil beauty of Song Kul Lake. We follow the eastern shore, passing herds of horses and a few scattered yurts, before the road gradually…

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Heading to Song Kul's lake

Bishkek → Batay Aral (Song Kul)

Meeting with our guide. Transfer to Kochkor (3h). Visit of the handycraft centers and women's cooperatives "Kyal" where we will have a lunch in a yurt. The rest of the trip is coordinated by eco-tourism association "Shepherd's…

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From Song-Kul Lake to Tamchy on the Northern Shore of Issyk-Kul

Tulpar Tash (Song Kul) → Tamchy

In the morning, we enjoy free time at Song-Kul Lake, in the peaceful surroundings of Tulpar Tash. This is a perfect moment to experience the silence of the high steppes and observe the daily life of Kyrgyz nomads, with their…

Place ·Kyrgyzstan

Tulpar Tash (Song Kul)

Tulpar Tash is situated north west part of Son Kul, jailoo of nomads from Kyzart region. This is one of the most beautiful places of Son Kul. Transparent shiny surface of the lake can be seen from away. The surrounding landscape…

Place ·Kyrgyzstan

Tuz Ashuu (Song Kul)

North part of Song Kul's lake. Translated from the Kyrgyz means “Straight Pass” In summer it is a real paradise for nomads and livestock. In addition to traditional countless flocks of sheep, goats, cows and horses, we can see…

Place ·Kyrgyzstan

Song Kul waterfall

Song Kul's waterfalls are situated about 10 km from the exit of the Song Kul's lake. There is an easy access from the road to Naryn.

Activity place ·Kyrgyzstan

Kilemche - Song Kul

Ski backcountry in the region of the Song Kul lake. Our house is situated in the Kilemche valley.