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6 Days Trekking in Kel Tor Lake and Northern Issyk Kul Lake

By Susanin Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$1,264 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the stunning natural beauty of Kyrgyzstan on this 6-day trekking adventure, featuring breathtaking views of the Tian Shan Mountains and crystal-clear mountain lakes. This intensive tour is perfect for active travellers who appreciate long hikes, cultural experiences, and delicious local cuisine. Experience the tranquility of Kel-Tor Lake, explore unique red clay canyons, and unwind in hot mineral springs after a fulfilling day of trekking. Enjoy a journey filled with diverse landscapes and insights into the nomadic culture of Central Asia.

  • 6 days of trekking, hiking, and cultural immersion in Kyrgyzstan
  • Visit over 8 breathtaking locations including Kel-Tor Lake and Suttu-Bulak
  • Enjoy authentic Kyrgyz cuisine and relax in guesthouses after daily adventures
  • Suitable for active individuals; moderate difficulty with various hiking options

Activity location

  • Alamedin Gorge
    • 25 km from Bishkek
    • Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 119a Akhunbayev St
    • 119a Akhunbayev Street
    • 720055, Bishkek, Bishkek City, Kyrgyzstan

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6 Days Trekking in Kel Tor Lake and Northern Issyk Kul Lake

  • Activity duration is 6 days6d
    6d
  • English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
S$1,264.13 x 1 AdultS$1,264.13
Total
Price is S$1,264.13

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport during the tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accommodation in guesthouses (6 nights)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dinner
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Group guide/driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcoholic drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Dinners on Days 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6 (you will spend around 50EUR for 5 days)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Flight tickets & insurance

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Alamedin Gorge

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Kozu Hotel or similar

Alamedin Gorge

  • 1d
The tour starts at 9:00 AM. Today, we have an acclimatisation trek in Alamedin Gorge near Bishkek. We drive by minibus up into the mountains to the trailhead and hike to a small waterfall in the upper part of the gorge. - Distance: 9 km - Elevation gain: 350 m - Duration: 3–4 hours We have a pre-prepared mountain lunch during the hike. After the activities, we return to the vehicle and go to the hotel. In the evening, we take you to a local cafe to enjoy traditional national cuisine.

Day 2: Kel-Tor (Kol-Tor) Lake and Kegety Gorge

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Zhekshen Guesthouse

Kol-Tor Lake

  • 1d
Departure at 8:00 AM. We will drive to Kegety Gorge and trek to Kel-Tor Lake. - Distance: 12 km - Elevation gain: 850 m - Duration: 4–6 hours We rest and have a prepared lunch by the lake. After the hike, we return to the minibus and drive to Kemin National Park. Check-in at the guesthouse, rest, and dinner at the guesthouse

Kegety Gorge

  • 1d
Departure at 8:00 AM. We will drive to Kegety Gorge and trek to Kel-Tor Lake. - Distance: 12 km - Elevation gain: 850 m - Duration: 4–6 hours We rest and have a prepared lunch by the lake. After the hike, we return to the minibus and drive to Kemin National Park. Check-in at the guesthouse, rest, and dinner at the guesthouse

Chon-Kemin National Park

  • 1d
Departure at 8:00 AM. We will drive to Kegety Gorge and trek to Kel-Tor Lake. - Distance: 12 km - Elevation gain: 850 m - Duration: 4–6 hours We rest and have a prepared lunch by the lake. After the hike, we return to the minibus and drive to Kemin National Park. Check-in at the guesthouse, rest, and dinner at the guesthouse

Day 3: Orto-Kaindy Gorge and Konorchek Canyons

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Zaton Guesthouse or similar

Konorchek Canyons

  • 1d
After breakfast, we will go horseback riding for a couple of hours in Orto-Kaindy Gorge. After returning, we have tea, then drive to the next location. Today we hike in Konorchek Canyons. - Distance: 8 km - Elevation gain: 200 m - Duration: 3 hours After the hike, lunch at a cafe, then we head to Cholpon-Ata, check into the guesthouse, rest, and have dinner at a local cafe.

Orto-Kaindy

  • 1d
After breakfast, we will go horseback riding for a couple of hours in Orto-Kaindy Gorge. After returning, we have tea, then drive to the next location. Today we hike in Konorchek Canyons. - Distance: 8 km - Elevation gain: 200 m - Duration: 3 hours After the hike, lunch at a café, then we head to Cholpon-Ata, check into the guesthouse, rest, and have dinner at a local cafe.

Day 4: Suttu Bulak Lake, Semenov and Grigoryev Gorge

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Zaton Guesthouse or similar

Suttu Bulak

  • 1d
On day 4, we will visit three locations. We’ll drive to Semenov Gorge and hike to Suttu-Bulak Mountain Lake. - Distance: 7 km - Elevation gain: 450 m After the hike, we have a riverside picnic with lamb and chicken shashlik, fresh vegetables, and tandoor flatbread. Then we cross a small mountain pass and descend into Grigoryev Gorge, drive through it, see spruce trees growing on rocks, and, if we’ll have enough time, take a short walk. Return to the guesthouse. Dinner at a local cafe.

Grigor'yevskoye Gorge

  • 1d
On day 4, we will visit three locations. We’ll drive to Semenov Gorge and hike to Suttu-Bulak Mountain Lake. - Distance: 7 km - Elevation gain: 450 m After the hike, we have a riverside picnic with lamb and chicken shashlik, fresh vegetables, and tandoor flatbread. Then we cross a small mountain pass and descend into Grigoryev Gorge, drive through it, see spruce trees growing on rocks, and, if we’ll have enough time, take a short walk. Return to the guesthouse. Dinner at a local cafe.

Day 5: Baktuu-Dolonotu Gorge

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Zaton Guesthouse or similar

Baktuu-Dolonotu

  • 1d
After breakfast, we will travel to the beautiful Baktuu-Dolonotu Gorge. - Active trek: 10 km - Elevation gain: 560 m - Duration: 4–5 hours We will stop for a pre-prepared mountain lunch. After the trek, we relax in hot mineral pools. Free time and rest. Dinner at a cafe.

Day 6: Kok Moynok Gorge and Chu River Canyon

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Kozu Hotel or similar

Kok Moinok Canyon

  • 1d
In the morning, we will depart for Bishkek. On the way, we stop to explore the Kok-Moynok Canyons. After the walk, lunch at a cafe. Then we will visit another short location — the Chu River Canyon. By evening, we arrive in Bishkek and check into the hotel. Our farewell dinner is at the Navat Restaurant. The next day, a vehicle will pick you up 4 hours before your flight and transfer you to the airport.

Chu River Canyon Observation Point

  • 1d
In the morning, we will depart for Bishkek. On the way, we stop to explore the Kok-Moynok Canyons. After the walk, lunch at a cafe. Then we will visit another short location — the Chu River Canyon. By evening, we arrive in Bishkek and check into the hotel. Your farewell dinner is at the Navat Restaurant. The next day, a vehicle will pick you up 4 hours before your flight and transfer you to the airport.

Location

Activity location

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    Alamedin Gorge
    • 25 km from Bishkek
    • Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    119a Akhunbayev St
    • 119a Akhunbayev Street
    • 720055, Bishkek, Bishkek City, Kyrgyzstan

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