Trail along the paths of Kyrgyz nomads

Transfer to the small town of Kochkorka, located on the main north-south route. Visit to the bazaar. Then a short run to loosen up the muscles before reaching the beautiful Saralaa Saz valley.

You leave behind the yurt camp and the nomads for a wide, verdant valley: the Jailoo of Kochkorka (pastures where flocks of sheep and horses mingle). You cross this valley from yurt to yurt before reaching the Karakol River. One last climb takes you to set up camp at the foot of the Boutchouc Pass, at 2400 m.

Crossing this pass is much easier than the previous ones. Only the heat of the region might hinder your progress. While the vegetation in this area is lush and green in spring and early summer, it quickly becomes scorched by the sun at the end of July. You reach the Sook River for your
camp.

Sook – Saryk – Joumgal
You skirt the Sandyk massif, follow the river to the Saryk pass (3540 meters). The peaks of Son Kol are now very close. Descend towards the Jailoo of the Joumgal valley, another grazing region where nomads live. Camp is set up on the banks of the Keldy-Suu river.

Joumgal – Kyzart Pass – Tchar Archa Pass – Kilemche
You cross the Chaek-Korchkor track, an east-west road at the Kyzart pass (2664
meters). During your day we will cross the Tchar Archa pass (2900 m). Crossing of the Kilemche massif, camp at the foot of the Tuz Achou pass at 2500 m.

Kilemche – Tuz Achou pass – Song Kol (Baatai ​​Aral)
Lake Song Kol is the jewel of Kyrgyzstan. Many nomads spend part of the year there with their
The herd and their families. The landscapes are unique: valleys stretching as far as the eye can see, numerous yurts along the riverbanks, and herds of horses passing by. This magnificent scenery is well-earned; indeed, it will be a sporty day as you complete the longest distance of your trek. Hot tea and hearty meals await you at the yurt camp. Just what you need to revitalize yourself!

Free day. Option to go horseback riding on the ridges overlooking the lake. You observe the
The nomads' rigorous work and the return of their livestock in the evening are crucial. While this region is peaceful, the numerous wolves disrupt the nomads' lives. For the more energetic, there's the option of a short 10-12 km trail run at sunset.
sun.
Accommodation at the same yurt camp.

Baatai ​​Aral – Kalmak Achou pass - Kochkor – Kok Bulak
The final leg of your trek through the Tian Shan Mountains: you'll gently descend to the Kalmak Achou Pass where your tour vehicle will be waiting. A two-hour transfer will take you to Kochkor, where you'll have lunch with a Dungan family. Afterwards, you'll continue towards Kok Bulak (near Issyk Kul) where a eagle hunter and his family will welcome you.
Overnight stay with a local family (or in a yurt).

Hike to the vicinity of the Ton Pass, which reaches an altitude of 4,020 meters. Snow is present in some areas, and the altitude is noticeable. Enjoy the view of Issyk-Kul, the second largest alpine lake in the world (after Lake Titicaca). The view is breathtaking, and if the weather permits, you can see the mountains on the horizon, marking the border with Kazakhstan. Along the way, you will most likely encounter nomads. In the late afternoon, you will arrive at a yurt camp on the shores of Lake Issyk-Kul. This will be an opportunity to relax after the exertion of these active days: swimming, sunbathing… everyone is free to organize their time as they wish.

An early start, after a few cups of tea (or coffee) and a hearty breakfast, you begin your journey back. A stop at Aksay Canyon is planned. You will also make your first stop at a site of
yurt making in the village of Kyzyl Tuu.
Night at the Guest house in Bishkek.
Transfer: 5 hours

Transfer to the airport, return flight to Europe