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Over the Talas Ala-Too Range Towards Sary-Chelek Lake

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Group size
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Group 2
3-14
970$
09/08/2024
Group 1
3-14
970$
19/07/2024

Description​

Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve

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Sary-Chelek reserve 

Are you ready for a breathtaking adventure in Kyrgyzstan? Look no further than Sary-Chelek Travel! Our Talas Sary-Chelek tour will take you on a journey through some of the most stunning landscapes in the country.

Experience the beauty of clear waters, pristine lakes, majestic waterfalls, and towering mountains. Immerse yourself in the nomadic way of life, surrounded by shepherds and diverse landscapes that will leave you in awe.

 Sary-Chelek Nature Reserve is a haven for nature lovers, boasting lush greenery, vibrant flowers, and a variety of trees. It is truly the greenest place in Kyrgyzstan, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for all who visit.

 Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the wonders of Kyrgyzstan with Sary-Chelek Travel. Book your adventure today!

Itinerary

Category: Horseback riding  


Duration: 6 days trekking


Level of difficulty: Medium 


Best season: end of June to September 


Requirements: trekking boots, weatherproof warm clothes, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, torch, tent, sleeping bag and sleeping pad
 

Itinerary: town Talas - Chiim-Tash pass – Kara-Kuldzha pass – Kotormo or Kashka-Suu pass – Kara-Suu lake - Kotormo pass - Sary-Chelek Reserve – Kara-Suu village

Day 1: Leave Bishkek. Arrive in Talas. Dinner. Accommodation in a CBT home stay. 

Day 2: Breakfast. Transfer to Madaniyat village. Meet the guide and support team. The tour starts alongside a stream towards the Urmaral Gorge. Short picnic lunch. By the way you can see orthographic art on the rock, that was drawn many years ago by nomadic people on the way. Supper and overnight camp near two lakes.

Riding time – 5/6 hours. 

Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve
Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve

Day 3: Breakfast. Tour crosses Talas Range over the Chiyim-Tash pass (3600 m). Cross steep and stony. On the top perfect panoramic view you can see Chatkal range and Talas Ala-Too range. Pass by shepherd’s yurts and animals. Short picnic lunch. Supper and overnight in a camp in the mountains Kara-Kuldzha valley. Riding time – 5/6 hours. 

Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve
Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve

Day 4: Breakfast. Riding alongside mountain river towards the Kara-Kuldzha pass (3161 m). View griffins and marmots. Short picnic lunch during the day. After the lunch horse riding up to the pass and stay overnight in the tent next to the Pass Korumdu (3300m) riding hours – 6/7 hours. 

Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve
Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve

Day 5: Breakfast. This day is quite tough. Ascent to Korumdu pass challenging but rewarding. Short picnic lunch during the day. Supper and overnight at the Yurt camp, on the shore of Lake Kara-Suu. Duration – 7/8 hours. 

Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve
Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve

Day 6: Breakfast. Cross Kotormo pass (2446 m) into Sary-Chelek National Reserve. Observe stunning panoramas, trees, and wild animals. Visit different lakes. Short picnic lunch. Horse riding – 6/7 hours.

Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve

Day 7: Breakfast. Walking through Sary-Chelek orchards and forests. Arrive at Kara-Suu village. Acquaintance with local lifestyle and habits. Short picnic lunch during the day. Shower, supper and overnight in a local homestay. Horse riding hours – 5 hours. 

Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve

Day 8:Breakfast. Transfer to Bishkek or Osh.

Attention: The above description is given for 6-day horse riding tour! 

Tour map

Six day horseback riding tour from Talas to Sary-Chelek reserve
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