Trekking to Ala Kul Lake - Best of Tian Shan Mountains
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About This Experience in Karakol
Why Visit Karakol?
Karakol, Kyrgyzstan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Karakol provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Karakol
You can reach Karakol, Kyrgyzstan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Porters to carry luggage
- Equipment: Tent, mat, stove, gas, cooking gears
- English speaking guide
What's Not Included
- Sleeping bags
- Health insurance
- Bottled water
- Other services out of program
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- 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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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 60 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Hiking to Sirota Campsite
Trekking distance/time: 11km / 6 hours, Ascent: 600... 5 hours
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.
Ala Kul Lake to Keldyke Valley over Ala Kul Pass
Trekking distance/time: 9 km, 7 hours, Ascent: +850m This...
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).
To Altyn Arashan Valley and Hot Springs
Trekking distance/time: 11 km, 4 hours, Ascent: –...
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.
To Ak Suu village – Karakol City
Trekking distance/time: 10 km / 4 hours, Descent:...
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.
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