WELCOME IN KYRGYZSTAN
For those who prefer a classic horseback adventure through the mountains, I organize multi-day horse treks across some of Kyrgyzstan’s most spectacular landscapes. Ride through remote valleys, cross high mountain passes, stay with nomadic families in traditional yurts, and experience the authentic Kyrgyz highlands. Horseback archery can be included as an optional activity, but the main focus is the journey, nature, and nomadic way of life.
WHO THIS TREKS IS FOR
• People who prefer adventure over hotel comfort
• Riders who want real nomadic life
• Visitors who value nature horses and simple living
• Suitable for small groups and solo travellers
• People who feel drawn to wild landscapes and raw mountain life
• Those who choose authenticity animals and nature over curated tourist comfort
Ala-Kol Lake Trek
Duration: 6 nights (7 days)
Max. group size: 5 people
Total Distance: 85km
Private groups available on request. No fixed dates for individual travelers yet.
Day 1:
Morning meeting in central Bishkek (or another agreed meeting point), followed by a taxi transfer to Kara Kyz Village (6–8 hours, 1,850 m). From there, a 10 km horseback ride to our mountain camp (2,700 m).
Day 2:
Horse trek to a beautiful alpine lake (3,350 m) and back to our camp. Round trip: 8 km. Evening sauna and campfire.
Day 3:
Ride to the Almaluu Valley yurt camp (2,820 m) via Aylanysh Pass (3,671 m). Total distance: 18 km.
Day 4:
Continue to the Altyn Arashan Valley yurt camp (2,540 m) via Anyrtor Pass (3,600 m). Evening in the natural hot springs. Total distance: 15 km.
Day 5:
Day trek to the spectacular Ala-Kol Lake via Ala-Kol Pass (3,900 m), returning to the Altyn Arashan yurt camp. Enjoy another evening in the hot springs. Round trip: 23 km.
Day 6:
Ride down to the final destination, Ak-Suu (1,880 m), near Karakol. Total distance: 17 km. The horses are loaded onto a truck and transported back to Kara Kyz Village, while we return there by vehicle.
Day 7:
After breakfast, transfer by taxi back to Bishkek. Late night arrival to Bishkek.
HORSE TREKS ARE INDIVIDUAL
Please contact me if you prefer complete flexibility in travel dates, or would like to combine the trek with horseback archery. Pickup and drop-off locations can also be arranged to suit your plans.
Here is a video I made during our Ala-Kol expedition:
Horse Treks Across the Kyrgyz Mountains
WELCOME IN KYRGYZSTAN
For those who prefer a classic horseback adventure, I organize multi-day horse treks through Kyrgyzstan’s spectacular mountains. Ride across remote valleys, cross high passes, stay with nomadic families in traditional yurts, and experience the authentic nomadic lifestyle.
Contact me for more detailed information!
Ala-Kol Lake Trek
Duration: 6 nights (7 days)
Max. group size: 5 people
Total Distance: 85km
Private groups available on request. No fixed dates for individual travelers yet.
Day 1:
Morning meeting in central Bishkek (or another agreed meeting point), followed by a taxi transfer to Kara Kyz Village (6–8 hours, 1,850 m). From there, a 10 km horseback ride to our mountain camp (2,700 m).
Day 2:
Horse trek to a beautiful alpine lake (3,350 m) and back to our camp. Round trip: 8 km. Evening sauna and campfire.
Day 3:
Ride to the Almaluu Valley yurt camp (2,820 m) via Aylanysh Pass (3,671 m). Total distance: 18 km.
Day 4:
Continue to the Altyn Arashan Valley yurt camp (2,540 m) via Anyrtor Pass (3,600 m). Evening in the natural hot springs. Total distance: 15 km.
Day 5:
Day trek to the spectacular Ala-Kol Lake via Ala-Kol Pass (3,900 m), returning to the Altyn Arashan yurt camp. Enjoy another evening in the hot springs. Round trip: 23 km.
Day 6:
Ride down to the final destination, Ak-Suu (1,880 m), near Karakol. Total distance: 17 km. The horses are loaded onto a truck and transported back to Kara Kyz Village, while we return there by vehicle.
Day 7:
After breakfast, transfer by taxi back to Bishkek. Late night arrival to Bishkek.
HORSE TREKS ARE INDIVIDUAL
Please contact me if you prefer complete flexibility in travel dates, or would like to combine the trek with horseback archery. Pickup and drop-off locations can also be arranged to suit your plans.