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No words to explain feelings…Get this memorable trekking experience with the magnificent scenery of alpine lake Ala Kul one of the most picturesque lakes of Central Asia. Enjoy the panoramic views of craggy peaks of the Tian Shan Mountains.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
We can pick up from all the hotels within Karakol city
Itinerary
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1Karakol
Trekking distance/time: 11km / 6 hours, Ascent: 600 meters, Accommodation: tents Transfer from Karakol city to the starting point through lush Karakol Valley with gushing rivers along. Hike in this serene environment up to the flat and huge Sirota Campsite standing at 3000 meters. Spot grazing herd of horses beautifying nature. Arrival and lunch. After lunch, take a walk around the area and relax in this solitude area surrounded by spruce trees.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Ala Kul Lake
Trekking distance/time: 9 km, 7 hours, Ascent: +850m This day challenges you with strenuous walking through screws and boulders before you get to the lake, 3 hours. After few hours of demanding ascent, be rewarded with the jewel of lakes Ala Kul standing at 3500 meters and fed by glaciers around. The view of this turquoise alpine lake takes your breath away. Lunch on the shore of the lake. After lunch, we head on to Ala Kul Pass standing at 3950 meters. Craggy and glaciated peaks of Terskey Ala-Too open on top of the pass. Give time to gaze at these towering peaks of great Tian Shan Range. Descend the steep path towards the campsite at beautiful Keldyke Valley at (3200m).
Admission ticket free -
3Altyn Arashan
Trekking distance/time: 11 km, 4 hours, Ascent: – 750m, After breakfast, we head on to our yurt camp along lush green pastures and gently flowing rivers of Altyn Arashan Valley, 3-4 hours. At some point, you will cross one of the streams, but the level is low. Arrival at our yurt camp standing at 2450 m. In fact, Altyn-Arashan means ‘Golden Spa’ and this valley is famous for its hot sulfur springs. We take a bath in hot spring pools after three long days of hiking to relieve muscle pains.
Admission ticket free -
4Karakol
Trekking distance/time: 10 km / 4 hours, Descent: – 450m, We take a hike around the area to visit wild springs before leaving the campsite at lunchtime. You will never be able to forget the sight of the snow on Peak Palatka at 5260 m or “Swallow’s Nest Pool”, nestling beneath the open sky. Afternoon, we hike to Ak Suu village (4 hours) where we will be picked up by our driver to get to Karakol city (30 minutes). Trail goes most of the time along a beautiful river gushing through the valley. Accommodation at your hotel.
Admission ticket free
Hiking to Sirota Campsite
Ala Kul Lake to Keldyke Valley over Ala Kul Pass
To Altyn Arashan Valley and Hot Springs
To Ak Suu village – Karakol City
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.
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