Trekking to Lake Ala-Kol, recharging in the mountains.

Trekking to Lake Ala-Kol is one of the most spectacular mountain adventures in the Terskey Ala-Too Range. The route winds through coniferous forests, alpine meadows, and rugged rocky landscapes, gradually leading to the turquoise lake at an altitude of over 3,500 meters. Along the way, you'll see waterfalls, glacial rivers, and panoramas of jagged peaks, creating a truly wild atmosphere.
Crossing the Ala-Kol Pass offers breathtaking views and marks the culmination of the route, after which the trail leads to the picturesque Altyn-Arashan Gorge with its hot springs. This trek is ideal for those who want to fully immerse themselves in the Tien Shan nature and experience the power of the highlands in just a few days.
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The tour program of "Trekking to Lake Ala-Kol, Recharging in the Mountains"

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights

Tour type: Nature + hiking

Accommodation: Yurt camp

Tour cost: $1,300 per participant

  • Accommodation
  • Meals at the accommodation
  • Transfer
  • Entrance fees
Day 1: Bishkek → Skazka Canyon → Kara-Kol.
8:00 AM — Departure from Bishkek, pickup at your destination.
11:00 AM — Arrive at your first stop: the Skazka Canyons. Attracting many travelers, these canyons will leave you spellbound. We'll stroll through them, inspired by the unforgettable views of the ancient canyon.
1:00 PM — Lunch at a local cafe.
3:30 PM — Eagle show. Local hunters will demonstrate eagle hunting techniques passed down through generations.
6:00 PM — Arrive in Karakol, where we'll check into a yurt or guesthouse and rest.
7:00 PM — Dinner
Day 2: Karakol Mountain → Karakol Gorge → Sirota Base Camp
7:00 AM — After breakfast, we head towards the Karakol Gorge, where we'll hike to Sirota Base Camp. The route winds through alpine forests and mountain rivers. The 15-kilometer hike requires a high degree of endurance.
3:00 PM — A short stop for a snack and rest.
7:00 PM — Arrive at Sirota Base Camp.
8:00 PM — Dinner and overnight in yurts. The yurts are unheated.
At night, if the weather is clear, you'll be able to see the Milky Way.
Day 3: Sirota base camp → Ala-kol lake → Altyn-Arashan gorge.
6:00 AM — Right after breakfast, we head to Lake Ala-Kol. The journey to the lake takes about 4 hours, with an elevation gain of 600 meters. However, this section is quite challenging due to steep slopes and loose sections.
11:00 AM — We arrive at the lake. We enjoy the natural silence and beauty of the lake. We take a short rest and have a snack.
2:00 PM — Ala-Kol Pass (3,950 m) is a panoramic spot with a stunning view of the entire lake. If the weather is clear, you can see the snow-capped peaks of the Terskey Ala-Too mountain range.
3:00 PM — Descent to the Altyn-Arashan Gorge. We descend from the pass, and after a short rest, we begin the long descent to the Altyn-Arashan Gorge. The route is approximately 8-9 km long. Along the way, we'll see alpine meadows and peacefully grazing herds of horses and cows.
6:00 PM — Arrive at the yurt camp. Check into our rooms and relax by the river.
7:00 PM — Dinner. Then free time.

Day 4: Altyn-Arashan gorge → Kara-kol city
7:00 AM — After breakfast, we head back to Karakol. The route also passes through pine forests and mountain rivers. If possible, you can relax in a hot spring, of which the Altyn-Arashan Gorge is rich.
1:00 PM — Snack.
6:30 PM — Arrive in Karakol. Check into the hotel. Free time.
8:00 PM — Dinner. Rest.
Day 5: Kara-Kol → Bishkek
9:00 AM — After breakfast, depart back to Bishkek along the northern route.
12:00 PM — Lunch in Cholpon-Ata. We'll stop at a local beach for a swim in Lake Issyk-Kul.
3:00 PM — Departure towards Bishkek.
5:00 PM — Along the way, grab a snack at the famous fast food restaurant "Apamdyn Kattamasy." Kattama is a layered flatbread fried on both sides until crisp. Served with fresh sour cream (kaymak) and tea with milk. You can also order other full meals there. But most people come here to try the kattama.
8:00 PM — Arrive in Bishkek.
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