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Lake Pearls of Kyrgyzstan
Lake Pearls of Kyrgyzstan
- 4 days / 3 nights
- The best time to travel is from July to September
- Season June-October
- 4 days / 3 nights
- The best time to travel is from July to September
- Season June-October
What awaits you on this trip
Lake Kel-Suu
Nestled in the mountains, this lake with cold emerald water is surrounded by rock walls and misty peaks. The atmosphere here is austere and mystical, as if time slows down amid these wild landscapes. Lake Kel-Suu is a unique gem of Kyrgyzstan.
Lake Sonkol
Sonkol is a high-mountain lake in the vast Kyrgyz steppes, surrounded by gentle hills and pastures. In summer, endless green expanses, nomadic yurts, and the silence of true nature sparkle here. The sunsets are magical. It's the second-largest lake.
Lake Issyk-Kul
Issyk-Kul is a huge mountain lake with crystal-clear water, surrounded by the majestic Tien Shan mountain ranges. It is renowned for its mild climate, beaches, and clear blue expanse. Even in winter, the lake never freezes, making it an ideal place for relaxation and swimming.
Mountain passes
Kyrgyzstan's mountain passes are narrow roads among majestic ridges, where wind and clouds play on the peaks, and every bend offers breathtaking views of endless valleys and glaciers. One of the significant passes on the 33 Parrots trip.
Fairy Tale Canyon
Skazka Canyon in Kyrgyzstan is a narrow canyon with bizarre rock formations painted in fiery shades of red, orange, and yellow. Its undulating walls, hundreds of arches and curves create the feeling of being in a living fairy tale, where each rock seems to tell its own story.
Team
We believe that travel connects hearts. Our team is made up of people who love the road, the mountains, and freedom. Together, we create stories you'll want to return to.
Route plan
General description of the route
This tour takes in Kyrgyzstan's most beautiful lakes, mountain passes, valleys, and canyons. The contrast of places visited will delight you, offering the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local way of life and culture, as well as sample delicious national cuisine. Accommodation is comfortable throughout, especially in remote and hard-to-reach areas.
General route plan
Almaty – Naryn – Kok-Kiya Valley – Lake Kel – Suu – Pass 33 Parrots – Lake Sonkol – Orto – Tokoy Reservoir – Skazka Canyon – Issyk-Kul – Tamga – Karakol – Almaty.
More about the route
Lake Kel-Suu (Kol-Tetiri) is located in the Kok-Kiya River valley in the southeastern part of Naryn Oblast. The lake is of glacial origin, sandwiched between high monolithic cliffs. It is considered one of the most beautiful in the KG, unique in its own way. Situated at an altitude of 3,500 meters above sea level, its hues change depending on the season and light. Kel-Suu means “incoming water” in Russian. The climate here is quite harsh; even in the warmer months it can be cold, and the weather changes quite quickly. The valley leading to the lake itself is incredibly picturesque. High, jagged peaks guard the valley, and herds of colorful yaks and horses graze on the green meadows along the river. The valley also features traditional yurts, where we will stay and sample delicious traditional cuisine. They will also provide a cozy and warm sleep, as… They are heated, and nights can be freezing even in the height of summer. The lake is large, and only a small portion is visible from the shore; you can book a boat tour to see its distant shores.
Lake Sonkol is located at an altitude of 3,010 meters above sea level. This lake is quite large, second only to Lake Issyk-Kul in size. The lake is freshwater and quite deep—its maximum depth is 14 meters. Low hills surround the lake, cattle graze, and yurt camps are located nearby, making the area picturesque.
Trip Timing
Day 1
4 hours (6:00 – 10:00). Transfer from Almaty to Kordai border (morning stop for coffee, Kompas gas station).
1 hour (10:00 – 11:00). Border crossing (approximate time. It’s impossible to calculate the exact time with the border).
1 hour (11:00 – 12:00). Transfer to the roundabout for a café.
1 hour (12:00 – 13:00). Lunch at a café.
3.5 hours (13:00 – 16:30). Transfer to Naryn. Pass pickup.
3.5 hours (16:30 – 20:00). Transfer to the Kok-Kiya Valley (Kel-Suu yurt camp).
2 hours (20:00 – 22:00). Dinner, check-in to heated yurts, free time.
There’s a lot of road this day, but also plenty of stops in beautiful places. And they’ll be with us the entire way.
Day 2
1 hour (7:00 – 8:00) Breakfast.
2 hours (8:00 – 10:00) Hiking from the yurts to Lake Kel-Suu. The trail is easy and very scenic.
*Horseback riding is available for an additional fee.
2 hours (10:00 – 12:00) Time to relax at the lake. Visit a cave. You can also take a motorboat ride along the lake (additional fee).
2 hours (12:00 – 14:00) Descent to our yurt camp. A hearty lunch.
3 hours (14:00 – 17:00) Transfer to Naryn.
2 hours (17:00 – 19:00) Transfer to the 33rd Parrot Pass.
30 min (7:00 PM – 7:30 PM) Photo and panoramic walk.
1 hour (7:30 PM – 8:30 PM) Transfer to the yurt camp in Sonkol.
Check-in, dinner, free time.
Day 3
1 hour (8:00 – 9:00) Breakfast.
1 hour (9:00 – 10:00) Walk along the lake. SUP riding and drone photography.
2 hours (10:00 – 12:00) Transfer to the Orto-Tokoy Reservoir.
1 hour (12:00 – 13:00) Lunch at a café.
3 hours (13:00 – 16:00) Transfer to Skazka Canyon.
1 hour (16:00 – 17:00) Walk in Skazka Canyon. Visit to the panoramic viewpoint.
2 hours (17:00 – 19:00) Swimming in Issyk-Kul and watching the sunset.
30 minutes (19:00 PM – 19:30) Transfer to a guesthouse in Tamga (or to a yurt on the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul).
Dinner, rest, free time.
Day 4
1 hour (8:00 – 9:00) Breakfast.
2 hours (9:00 – 11:00) Swimming in Issyk-Kul.
2 hours (11:00 – 13:00) Transfer to Karakol.
1 hour (13:00 – 14:00) Lunch at a cafe in Karakol.
2 hours (14:00 – 16:00) Transfer to the Kegen border.
1 hour (16:00 – 17:00) Border crossing.
4 hours (17:00 – 21:00) Return to Almaty. Dinner at a cafe in Baiseit.
*These times are approximate and may vary along the route. The tour organizer may change or adjust the route if necessary (weather, safety, or timing).
Price
260 000 tenge - 1 person
Minimum group size 3 people
*Services are based on 4 people. Individual tours are priced separately. If you have a larger group, please contact us in advance so we can arrange additional off-road vehicles.
Discount on tours
If it's a group tour, there are discounts for early booking. You can follow group tours on our Telegram channel. We also offer attractive discounts for regular customers.
- The price includes
- Guide-driver services.
- Transportation service in a comfortable SUV.
- Ecological fees and all payments in national parks, passes to the border zone.
- Accommodation and meals in guest houses/yurts.
- Not included
- All additional expenses not provided for by the program.
- Meals at a cafe along the way.
- Boat and horse rental.
What to take with you on a trip
*Recommended clothing. You can look at the list and get a rough idea of what you need to bring; you can substitute similar items.
Clothes
- Spare socks.
- Trekking boots.
- Thermal underwear.
- Fleece or warm sweater.
- Wind jacket.
- Down or other warm jacket.
- Trekking pants, shorts, leggings.
- Headwear. Cap. Buff.
- Headwear. Hat.
- Winter gloves or winter gloves (at the end of autumn).
- Warm clothes for the evening and night.
Stuff
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen (for the mountains, 50 spf is better).
- Hygiene accessories (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.).
- Foam sleeping mat.
- Personal first aid kit.
- Hiking backpack (10-30 l).
- Thermos (0.5 - 1 l).
- Flip-flops for relaxing your feet in the evening.
- Headlamp.
Additionally
- An ID card or passport is required for border crossings.
- Have some cash on hand. Not all places accept card payments.
- Earplugs if noise or snoring interferes with your sleep.
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Bank: JSC “Kaspi Bank”
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