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Places to understand

  1. Region guide Kyrgyzstan

    Kurtka (form. Jangy Talap)

    Once known as Jangy Talap, the village has now taken back its historical name, Kurtka. Situated along one of the ancient Silk Road routes, Kurtka is renowned for the mausoleum of Taylak Batyr, a legendary Kyrgyz hero. The village…

  2. Region guide Kyrgyzstan

    Jumgal Jumgal valley

    Small village located 68 km from Kochkor on the road to Chaek. This is the starting point of several horse riding tours to Lake Song Kul or to Sarala Saz pastures. It lies between the mountains of Sandyk and Song Kul. Our partner…

  3. Place Kyrgyzstan

    Kilemche Jailoo Kilemche

    Kilemche valley is situated in Jumgal region, at an altitude up to 3240 m., where some nomads families stay even in farms during the winter. It does not have steeps rapids, so it is more like a mountain valley and river flowing…

    Photo: Mr. Theklan

  4. Region guide Kyrgyzstan

    Kochkor Kochkor

    Kochkor is a town of shepherds located in Naryn oblast 200 km from Bishkek. It is located at 1800m. alt. The city has 17,000 residents. Most of them are shepherds or farmers. With the Kyrgyz hospitality, tourism is an…

  5. Region guide Kyrgyzstan

    Kazarman Осень за окном

    Kazarman is an important village in Toguz-Toro district of Jalal-Abad province, Kyrgyzstan. It is located on the banks of the Naryn River, at an altitude of 1260 m above sea level. The regional center is 145 km from Jalal-Abad on…

    Photo: jypariza_asanbekovna

  6. Place Kyrgyzstan

    Ak-Kel lake Ak-Kel lake

    Lost lake in a remoted region of the Naryn Oblast. Situated in the west part of the Moldo Too range and Song Kul's lake. The lake is in so remoted region, that the water is full of fishes. The road start from Aral, in the Jumgal…

    Photo: Nomad's Land

  7. Place Kyrgyzstan

    Issyk-Ata Issyk Ata

    Issyk Ata valley, with its thermal baths, is located 80 km east of Bishkek. Sanatorium and outdoor swimming pools are the altitude of 1775m. An ideal destination on weekends. The Issyk Ata valley also offers many opportunities of…

    Photo: Chaikhana Road

  8. Place Kyrgyzstan

    Naryn bus station Bus station in Naryn

    The bus station in Naryn is an important transport hub connecting the city with other regions of Kyrgyzstan and neighboring provinces. It is located in a convenient part of the city and serves both local and intercity routes…

    Photo: Aidar Japarov

  9. Place Kyrgyzstan

    Teshik canyons Colorful canyon of Teshik and small river on the South side of the Song Kul's range

    Teshik Geopark and Nature Area is a unique initiative supporting the sustainable tourism development of Naryn Oblast, in collaboration with the local tourism community of Naryn. Nestled between the dramatic ridgelines of the Song…

    Photo: Arthur Perrichon

  10. Place Kyrgyzstan

    Dolon pass Dolon pass

    The pass on the main road between Kochkor and Naryn. Our horse trek from lake Koel Ukoek to Song Kul cross this pass.

  11. Region guide Kyrgyzstan

    Naryn Region

    Naryn Region gives Kyrgyzstan its most serious highland travel across the interior. Kochkor, Song-Kul approaches, Naryn city, At-Bashy, Tash-Rabat, Jumgal and Ak-Talaa make distance, altitude, weather and local hosts part of the…

Stories from the road

  1. Road story Kyrgyzstan

    My Top 10 Reasons to Come to Kyrgyzstan Ski Touring in Suusamyr, Kyrgyzstan

    My name is Alex and I have been working and living here in Kyrgyzstan since 2014 and I would like to welcome you to my 2nd home Kyrgyzstan. Enjoy my top 10 reasons to come to Kyrgyzstan! Take a look at a short film that I made…

    Photo: Alex Johnson

Journeys

  1. Journey

    Kazarman - Kyzart Kyzart village (Djanaryk)

    Kazarman → Kyzart

    In the morning, we leave the remote town of Kazarman and set off across the vast open plain that surrounds it. As we head north, the landscape gradually transforms, and we enter a spectacular canyon carved by the Naryn River. The…

    Photo: Nomad's Land

  2. Journey

    Kochkor - Kazarman the tumultous and grey river of Naryn, in the canyon down of Kazarman town

    Kochkor → Kazarman

    In the morning, we depart from Kochkor and head west, following a scenic road that winds through rolling hills and pastures. We soon reach the village of Kyzart, a gateway to the stunning mountain landscapes of central Kyrgyzstan…

    Photo: Nomad's Land

  3. Journey

    Kyzart - Kazarman From Kyzart pass down into Jumgal valley

    Kyzart → Kazarman

    In the morning, we leave the village of Kyzart and begin our descent along the Jumgal River, which winds through a high plateau situated between 1,500 and 2,200 meters in altitude. Nestled between the Song-Kul mountains and the…

    Photo: Nomad's Land

Travel advice

Places to eat & stay

  1. Stay Kyrgyzstan

    Silk Road Yurt Camp Aibek Yurt Camp, Song Kul

    Mirbek's yurt camp is well situated on the South shore of the Song Kul's Lake. From there, you may hike or horseride in nearby valleys, where you will certainly find some petroglyphs. The place is also wellknown for its festival…

  2. Stay Kyrgyzstan

    Ruslan's homestay Room 3 beds

    The house of Ruslan located in the village of Kyzart can accommodate up to 8 people. A bathroom with shower and toilet inside. The house of Ruslan is the starting point of our excursions to Lake Song Kul all-year-around.

    Photo: Ruslan K.

Trips and departures

  1. Group departure Kyrgyzstan 10 days

    Trail Running Camp 2–11 August 2026 Running into a wonderful green alpine valley of Tien Shan range

    An immersive trail running camp combining adventure, culture Experience some of the world’s most spectacular trail running terrain with an international group of adventurous women. Over ten days, this Travel Circle combines…

    Photo: Lily Nemirovsky