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Your adventure begins in the village of Kyzart, the main gateway to Son-Kul Lake, located approximately a 5-hour drive from Bishkek. We can also arrange an optional transfer from Bishkek to Kyzart for your convenience. After lunch, you’ll set off on horseback towards the stunning Son-Kul Lake. Each day includes around 4 hours of horseback riding, allowing you to enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery at a relaxed and comfortable pace.
Son-Kul Lake is a stunning alpine lake located at an altitude of 3,016 meters in the heart of Kyrgyzstan. Surrounded by rolling green pastures and snow-capped mountains, During summer, nomadic herders bring their livestock here to graze, living in traditional yurts that dot the lakeshore. The lake freezes completely from November to May, creating a dramatic, icy landscape. Son-Kul is also home to diverse birdlife, including cranes and golden eagles, making it a paradise for nature lovers and photographers alike.
What's Included
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
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Itinerary
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1Kyzart
Arrive in Kyzart at 12:00 PM for horse-riding instructions, then begin a 4-hour horseback ride to Kilemche Valley with a short break along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy a tea break, followed by free time for a sunset walk, and an overnight stay in a traditional Kyrgyz nomad yurt.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Son Kul Lake
After breakfast, 4 hrs horseback riding to Son-Kul Lake via the Tuz Ashuu Pass at an altitude of 3,400 meters, stopping for a short break to take panoramic photos. Upon arrival at the lake, and enjoy free time to hike and explore the area.
4 hours • Admission ticket included -
Kyzart (Pass by)
After breakfast, take a 4-hour horseback ride back to Kyzart Village via the Kara-Kyia Pass at an altitude of 3,340 meters, with a short break for panoramic photos along the way. Then drive back to Bishkek.
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Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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