The Best Trails in Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyzstan)

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  • Ala-kul lake & Altynarasan valley

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    near Zholgolot, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Simone Uva
    Distance
    38.29mi
    Elevation +
    9482f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofAla-kul lake & Altynarasan valley Photo ofAla-kul lake & Altynarasan valley Photo ofAla-kul lake & Altynarasan valley

    Done it two days/one night but of course can be done with less rush as there are yourt camps and homestays along the trail. Quite of an easy walk until it starts the real climb. The closer you get to the lake the more t...

  • Jyrgalan, Ailampa lake, Boz Uchuk lakes, Boz Uchuk

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    near Dzhergalan, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Dianaqqq
    Distance
    47.08mi
    Elevation +
    10236f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofJyrgalan, Ailampa lake, Boz Uchuk lakes, Boz Uchuk Photo ofJyrgalan, Ailampa lake, Boz Uchuk lakes, Boz Uchuk Photo ofJyrgalan, Ailampa lake, Boz Uchuk lakes, Boz Uchuk

    Fantastic 5 days/4 nights trek. Easy access. I've taken the 13h30 marshrutka 331 from Karakol to Jyrgalan. From there, I've done a quick visit to Destination Jyrgalan to inform about the passes (they told me there was...

  • Ak-Suu Arboretum (Karakol Region)

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    near Ak-Suu, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    SLioy
    Distance
    8.09mi
    Elevation +
    1939f
    TrailRank
    37| Rating 2.34
    Photo ofAk-Suu Arboretum (Karakol Region) Photo ofAk-Suu Arboretum (Karakol Region)

    From the outskirts of Karakol, climb above the city for sweeping views of the entire valley before returning via the forest trails of Ak-Suu Arboretum. Options include carrying on towards Altyn Arashan, or returning by m...

    Le balisage manquant et la vue n'étant pas exceptionnelle, je ne le recommande pas, surtout qu'il y a beaucoup de treck ...
    Oguscnice
    Es una ruta fácil técnicamente y baja de exigencia
    Iñaki Larena

  • Turnaly-Kol Panorama (Jyrgalan Region)

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    near Dzhergalan, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    SLioy
    Distance
    8.25mi
    Elevation +
    2274f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofTurnaly-Kol Panorama (Jyrgalan Region)

    An easy-going day hike to the remote alpine lake of Turnaly-Kol, an area often inhabited by cranes. The return features views across and down into the Jyrgalan valley. An ideal way to immerse yourself in the mountains fo...

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  • Altyn Arashan to Ala Kul lake

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    near Ak-Suu, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    diana roxana
    Distance
    14.57mi
    Elevation +
    4524f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofAltyn Arashan to Ala Kul lake Photo ofAltyn Arashan to Ala Kul lake Photo ofAltyn Arashan to Ala Kul lake

    Horse ride and walking the last part to reach up to the lake. Totally recommend taking a horse, it is amazing experience. The cost was 2,000 SOM per horse and 3,000 the guide who will accompany you.

  • Kok-Bel Waterfall (Jyrgalan Region)

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    near Dzhergalan, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    SLioy
    Distance
    3.78mi
    Elevation +
    1289f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofKok-Bel Waterfall (Jyrgalan Region)

    Set off from Jyrgalan to find pasturing flocks of sheep and bands of horses across the mountain jailoo (high pasture). The journey continues through a narrow canyon to the 20-meter Kok-Bel Waterfall and finishes with fin...

  • Tosor Pass

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    near Tossorchik, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    OunTravela Publishing
    Distance
    125.81mi
    Elevation +
    11457f
    TrailRank
    35| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofTosor Pass Photo ofTosor Pass Photo ofTosor Pass

    Routes 6 and 13 of the book EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN. This long mountain route allows you to explore the vast topography of the Celestial Mountains. You will cross the tricky "misty mountains" range via the Tosor Pass (3,893 m...

    thks a lot for sharing this trail. it was amazing but the ford crossing are quite difficult in spring time!
    aahlala

  • Arabel Pass and Burkhan Valley

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    near Rabochiy Posëlok, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    OunTravela Publishing
    Distance
    44.78mi
    Elevation +
    810f
    TrailRank
    35| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofArabel Pass and Burkhan Valley Photo ofArabel Pass and Burkhan Valley Photo ofArabel Pass and Burkhan Valley

    Route 8 of the book EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN. After experiencing Arabel Valley and its unique universe of ice and rocks, seemingly at the end of the world, you will plunge into the green Burkhan Valley, littered with wild hors...

    На маршруте есть несколько очень коварных бродов. Будьте внимательны.
    Vlad Ozerov

  • Barskoon, Arabel Valley and Kumtor loop

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    near Tamga, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    OunTravela Publishing
    Distance
    108.67mi
    Elevation +
    12280f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofBarskoon, Arabel Valley and Kumtor loop Photo ofBarskoon, Arabel Valley and Kumtor loop Photo ofBarskoon, Arabel Valley and Kumtor loop

    Route 7 of the book EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN. A long and dusty, windswept route will take you to the high Arabel Valley in the heart of the Celestial Mountains. Once you reach 3,800m you will discover a mineral universe, occas...

  • Yrdyk Lakes

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    near Chelpek, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Айдар Эмилбеков
    Distance
    14.71mi
    Elevation +
    4121f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofYrdyk Lakes Photo ofYrdyk Lakes Photo ofYrdyk Lakes

    Two small lakes are located near the town of Karakol. Both are beautifully lit and surrounded by high cliffs. The route is very easy, the elevation gain is smooth. But it is best to go here with an overnight stay in tent...

  • Archa-Tor Pass (Karakol Region)

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    near Syuttubulak, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    SLioy
    Distance
    16.85mi
    Elevation +
    4482f
    TrailRank
    34| Rating 2.33
    Photo ofArcha-Tor Pass (Karakol Region)

    An off-the-path experience which cross the Archa-Tor Pass en route to the gorge at Jeti-Oguz sowcases a range of natural landscapes, from meadows and juniper groves to snow-capped jagged peaks. This trek also features a ...

    Unfortunately the trail is not rated well and parts of the trail are just not existent. It’s much harder than it is said...
    aume1

  • Karakol to Issyk Kul Lake Loop

    Mountain Bike
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    near Karakol, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    ScottMundo.com
    Distance
    36.74mi
    Elevation +
    823f
    TrailRank
    34
    Photo ofKarakol to Issyk Kul Lake Loop Photo ofKarakol to Issyk Kul Lake Loop Photo ofKarakol to Issyk Kul Lake Loop

    This bike ride takes you through the scenic countryside between Karakol and Lake Issyk Kul. It starts on the main road and ends on a main road but in between it's nice and quiet on the back roads next to the lake and thr...

  • Svetlaya polyana - Jeti Oguz

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    near Syuttubulak, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    liviette
    Distance
    9.41mi
    Elevation +
    2369f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofSvetlaya polyana - Jeti Oguz Photo ofSvetlaya polyana - Jeti Oguz Photo ofSvetlaya polyana - Jeti Oguz

    Great route by he mountains with snow, and water, very funny but a little hard whenn snow are on our knees.

  • Engilchek Valley

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    near Engilchek, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    OunTravela Publishing
    Distance
    23.47mi
    Elevation +
    1434f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofEngilchek Valley Photo ofEngilchek Valley Photo ofEngilchek Valley

    Route 10 of the book EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN. This isolated and demanding route will take you to the foot of one of the largest glaciers in the world: The Engilchek Glacier which lies in the shadow of the highest peaks in the...

  • Alakul fast start from second bridge

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    near Chelpek, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Olgu Güven
    Distance
    15.10mi
    Elevation +
    3940f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofAlakul fast start from second bridge Photo ofAlakul fast start from second bridge Photo ofAlakul fast start from second bridge

    First things first: this is an incredibly rewarding path. Rivers, waterfalls, freely roaming horses, trees, amazingly eixh flora… I couldn’t reach the highest point because rain clouds were coming and a strong wind start...

  • Ak-Sai Petroglyphs (South Shore Region)

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    near Ak-Say, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    SLioy
    Distance
    5.25mi
    Elevation +
    1358f
    TrailRank
    33| Rating 3.0
    Photo ofAk-Sai Petroglyphs (South Shore Region)

    An offbeat art-meets-trekking visual experience. Set against stunning hilltops, red-rock canyons and the deep blue of Issyk-Köl, this day hike showcases both a cache of ancient petroglyphs and a collection of modern Sovi...

    Amazing views of Lake and mountains. Very pleasant walking on top. Very varied walk. Petroglyphs are on the ridge.
    nickmash
    Nada de especial; fuera de los desfiladeros. Hay rutas mucho mejores.
    Samuel2Martin

  • Sary-Jaz Valley

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    near Kuylyu, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    OunTravela Publishing
    Distance
    21.93mi
    Elevation +
    1978f
    TrailRank
    33| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofSary-Jaz Valley Photo ofSary-Jaz Valley Photo ofSary-Jaz Valley

    Route 11 of the book EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN. Wild, green, windy and mysterious, the Sary Jaz valley offers breathtaking panoramas of the Celestial Mountains. You will follow the course of the Sary Jaz River along an isolated...

    Пропуск в погранзону обязателен!
    Vlad Ozerov

  • Kyrgyzstan: Karakol, Ak-Suu Arboretum Trek

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    near Ak-Suu, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    Linde1234
    Distance
    12.85mi
    Elevation +
    2428f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofKyrgyzstan: Karakol, Ak-Suu Arboretum Trek Photo ofKyrgyzstan: Karakol, Ak-Suu Arboretum Trek Photo ofKyrgyzstan: Karakol, Ak-Suu Arboretum Trek

    You can hike this trail in both directions. When starting in Karakol: from the outskirts of Karakol, climb above the city for sweeping views of the entire valley before returning via the forest trail of Ak-Suu Arboretum....

  • Ala Kol (reverse direction)

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    near Ak-Suu, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    HimalayanAddict
    Distance
    30.02mi
    Elevation +
    6854f
    TrailRank
    33
    Photo ofAla Kol (reverse direction)

    Most people hike anti-clockwise from Karakol. I hiked clockwise so Altyn Arashan was Camp 1. This was to enable extra time camping by the lake. I also made this a 3 night hike which I believe is far better as 2 nights gi...

  • Small Konorchek (Kek Moinok) Canyon

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    near Këk-Moynok Vtoroye, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    jantom
    Distance
    7.63mi
    Elevation +
    656f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofSmall Konorchek (Kek Moinok) Canyon Photo ofSmall Konorchek (Kek Moinok) Canyon

    Amazing (short) hike through the smaller Konorchek (Kek Moinok) Canyon You can get by car up to the point where the track finishes, from there you can start your walk.

  • Jeti-Oguz to Altyn-Arashan (Day 5)

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    near Zholgolot, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    mepjd
    Distance
    8.76mi
    Elevation +
    2487f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofJeti-Oguz to Altyn-Arashan (Day 5) Photo ofJeti-Oguz to Altyn-Arashan (Day 5)

    Today was TOUGH. Mostly because we did a side trip to the glacier flanking lake Ala-Kul, most of which was off trail, and required a huge climb up an unforgiving scree slope to rejoin the main trail and go up over the fi...

  • Karkyra Valley

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    near Echkili-Tash, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    OunTravela Publishing
    Distance
    37.20mi
    Elevation +
    1998f
    TrailRank
    32| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofKarkyra Valley Photo ofKarkyra Valley Photo ofKarkyra Valley

    Route 12 of the book EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN. A beautiful but poorly maintained, earth track along the border with Kazakhstan. Its vast green meadows are occupied by a few nomadic herding families who continue to lead a tradi...

    Интересный маршрут
    Vlad Ozerov

  • Jeti Oguz to Karakol (through Teleti Pass)

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    near Syuttubulak, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    jakub.venglar@seznam.cz
    Distance
    30.40mi
    Elevation +
    7674f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofJeti Oguz to Karakol (through Teleti Pass) Photo ofJeti Oguz to Karakol (through Teleti Pass) Photo ofJeti Oguz to Karakol (through Teleti Pass)

    Nice trek in Kyrgyzstan Tian Shan moutains. The trek itself is not too demanding. The real challenge is mainly crossing the Teleti Pass, which will test you with an elevation gain of over seven hundred meters and take...

  • Karakol Ski Base

    Alpine Ski
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    near Zholgolot, Ysyk-Köl (Kyrgyz Republic)
    Author
    bisbj
    Distance
    31.56mi
    Elevation +
    17933f
    TrailRank
    31
    Photo ofKarakol Ski Base Photo ofKarakol Ski Base Photo ofKarakol Ski Base

    Basically for my viewing pleasure! Karakol Ski Base is currently the best ski resort in Kyrgyzstan; I hear that there are plans for a larger ski resort close to Bishkek. I would not recommend travelling to Kyrgyzstan for...

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