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Offered languages
- English
See three sides of Issyk-Kul's quiet south shore in a single day from Bishkek, without an overnight stay. Walk about 1.5 km through the colorful clay and sandstone formations of the Ak-Sai canyons. In the village of Bokonbayevo, watch a traditional eagle hunting show, where a local berkutchi flies a trained golden eagle and you can photograph the bird up close. In the afternoon, hike 2–3 km to the Shatyly Viewpoint for a wide view over the lake, then stop at a beach on the way back, with time to swim from June to September.
An English-speaking guide stays with the group all day, and the eagle show is included. This is a long day: you meet at 4:30 AM and return to Bishkek at about 11:30 PM, with around 11 hours of driving. Meals are not included, but there are stops for food along the way.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Shopokov St 101/1 (corner of Toktogul St), Dodo Pizza parking lot, Bishkek
Itinerary
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1
Meet your guide at Shopokov St 101/1, by the Dodo Pizza parking lot near Toktogul St. The bus leaves at 5:00 AM sharp.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A 15-minute stop to buy food and water for the day. Meals are not included, so stock up here.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Around 7:00 AM, a 40-minute stop at a roadside food court. Pay in cash/card.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Aksay Canyon
About 1.5 km on foot through clay and sandstone formations, with 50–80 m of climbing. Little shade, so bring a hat.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A local berkutchi shows how golden eagles are trained to hunt. You can photograph the eagle up close.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
6Panorama Shatyly Issyk-Kul
2–3 km with 100–200 m of ascent to a viewpoint over the lake and mountains. About two hours in total.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
7Issyk Kul Province
Free time on the shore. From June to September you can swim, so pack swimwear and a towel.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
8
Around 7:30 PM, a stop for hot kattama, a layered Kyrgyz flatbread. Paid on site.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
9
Arrival at the meeting point around 11:30 PM, depending on traffic.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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