7-Day Trekking in Alay Mountains including Alay Valley From Osh
Highlights
Osh
mountaineering, trekking, sightseeing
Private Tour
7 Days
Medium
English, Russian
Description
Discover Kolduk Lake's serene beauty and stroll around Tulpar-Kol Lake with its stunning alpine setting. Hike to Travelers’ Pass for panoramic views of Lenin Peak and the Alay Valley. Explore Tuyuk Canyon’s pristine landscapes and marvel at Peaks Estonia and Latvia. Ascend the Sary-Mogol Pass, savoring breathtaking vistas of Besh-Kol Lakes. Traverse Sary-Bel Pass to Kojo-Kelen's striking rock formations. Cross Jiptik Pass, capturing views of the Pamir-Alay Valley and Lenin Peak before descending picturesque trails.
Itinerary
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Day: 1 Start from Osh though Sary-Mogol-Tulpar Kol lake
- Departure from Osh, in the morning on the way visit the lake Kolduk
- Walk around the lakes,enjoy the grandiose view then continue driving to Sary-Mogol, lunch in Alay travel house then, driving(1hour) to Tulpar kol yurt camp. Afternoon walk around the lakes.
- Tulpar-Kol, known for its picturesque yurt camps, is an incredible destination for all types of travelers, whether active hikers or those looking for a more relaxed experience.
- Guests can stay in traditional yurts and enjoy activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and multi-day trekking options lasting 3 to 4 days.
Accommodation: yurt camp (twin, double and single beds in yurts are available) outside share solar water heater shower, water running toilets,
Connection: there is solar electricity for phone charge and signal (megacom, beeline, O) and Wi-Fi in 5G
Driving distance: 245km /152miles
Time of reaching: 5hours (excluding break and lunch times)
Ascent/Descent: 4740/2210 meters
Highest and lowest points: 3610/980 meters
Accommodation altitude: 3500.00 Meters | 11482.94 Feet
Tour category: easy -
Day2. Walk to traveler’s pass 4130m then come back to Tulpar-Kol
- Leave the heavy bags in yurt, walk to the traveler’s pass through the Base Camp enjoy the panoramic view of Lenin Peak, lunch then come back to the yurt with same route. Overnight in same yurt.
- This trail takes you through alpine meadows and ascends to the Travelers' Pass (~4,130 m), offering breathtaking views of the whole view of Lenin Peak and the Alay Valley below.
- The high altitude and steep sections make this hike more challenging but rewarding.
- If you don't want to go all the way to the pass then you will have the opportunity to get to the base camp (there and back 6 km 3 hours).
Daily route: Tulpar-Kol to Travelers' Pass-Tulpar-Kol
Distance: ~14 km round trip
Duration: 3-7 hours
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging (where is walking up to Travel Pass)
Ascent/Descent: 650/50
Highest and lowest points: 4127/3500
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Day 3: Tulpar Kol- through Tuyuk canyon to Sary-Mogol
- The route from Tulpar-Kol Lake to Tuyuk Canyon is a hidden gem for trekkers in the Alay Valley. This trail not only offers solitude and pristine landscapes but also provides some of the best views of Peak Estonia (6,202 m) and Peak Latvia (6,134 m), two impressive peaks in the Zaalaysky Range.
- Trail to Tuyuk Canyon:
- There are two options through Peak panorama (4hours up and down-moderate level) and along the lakeside with a road (2hours- easy hiking)
- Nomadic Culture: During summer, you might pass herders and yurts, offering opportunities for cultural interaction.
- Horse riding is available to Tuyuk canyon by pre-booking
- After soaking in the stunning scenery, descend towards (3hours) until shepherd’s hut onward transfer to Sary-Mogol
Total distance: 31km
Driving distance: 22km 40min
Hiking time: 9km, 3-4 hours (excluding lunch and break time)
Ascent/Descent: 130/450 meters
Highest and lowest points: 3500/2920 meters
Accommodation altitude: 2976.00 Meters | 9763.78 Feet
Night in guesthouse (Alay travel house)
The rooms are available for family, twin and single with hot showers and water running toilets
Dinner will be prepared by cooking team of guesthouse.
Connection: there is electricity, internet (Wi-Fi) and signal
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Day 4: Sary-Mogol via Sary-Mogol pass to yurt camp
- Today we continue our trekking in north range of Allay valley (Trans-Alay).
- From Sary-Mogol to trailhead we go by car (1h) then trekking starts it is going to be bit taught trek because we go up to the pass called Sary-Mogol pass (4270 meters) and Besh-Kol lake.
- Our daily route takes for 6-8 hours of walking up in rocky path.
- At the top of the pass we enjoy the stunning scenery of Besh-Kol lakes. Then keeping the way to other side until the yurt camp.
Total distance 31km
Driving distance: 17km (1hour by car)
Trekking distance: 14km, 8.70 miles
Time of hiking: 6hours (excluding driving, break and lunch)
Ascent/Descent: 910/790 meters
Highest and lowest points: 4270/3380 meters
Accommodation altitude: 3458.00 Meters | 11345.14 Feet
Accommodation: yurt stay with shared beds on the carpet, there are blankets, water running toilet.
Connection: No electricity, internet and signal
Food: lunch-box on the route and dinner in yurt camps
Host: name of woman is Orozgul.
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Day 5: Walking to Koshmoinok
- Head east following the river and slightly descending to the end of the beautiful mountain gorge.
- Enjoy grandiose views of the Kichik Alay or Trans Alay mountain range
- At first we cross a small village under Sary-Mogol further direction of travel turns to the right on the dirty auto road
- After 2-3 hour we reach a small village Kyzyl-Chara and stop here for lunch in home stay or at a cafes on the way, then forward go on to yurt camp in Koshmoinok.
Approximate trekking distance: 18km (11.18miles)
Hiking time: 7h (excluding lunch and break time)
Ascent/Descent: 830/1460
Highest and lowest points: 3467 /2467m
Accommodation altitude 2822.00 Meters | 9258.53 Feet
Accommodation: yurt stay (shared beds on ground with carpet and blankets) there are solar water heater shower and flash toilet.
Connection: No electricity, internet and signal
Food: lunch on the route and dinner will be cooked by hosts in yurt
Host: The name of owner is Nurdoolot and Begali.
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Day 6: Koshmoinok - Kozho-Kelen village, then transfer to Jiptic yurt camp (5 hours on foot +1 hour by car).
- We will begin next day of the trek on the slopes of the beautiful Cretaceous mountains of Kichik-Alay, straightaway we cross the pass of Sary-Bel (3150m) stunning rocks, amazing view of natural creation
- After Sary-Bel pass, there are two downhill trails leading to Kojo-Kelen:
- Based on our extensive experience, we recommend walking via Oy-Tal for a more short and enjoyable trek, while Kok-Bel is better suited for horse travel due to its accessibility for horses.
- After descending to Kojo-Kelen, we’ll take a short break at a local home to enjoy a refreshing shower and tea, providing a chance to relax and recharge. Following this, our local driver will transfer (because of long way) you to a yurt camp located near the base of Jiptik Pass—offering a well-explored and thoughtfully planned option for your journey.
Accommodation: yurt (share beds 2-5people in one yurt) there is simple and flash toilet.
Connection: No electricity, internet and signal
Meals: lunch on the way and dinner will be cooked by owners in yurt
Host: The name of owner is Bolot and Aizada.
Total distance: 25km (15.53 miles)
Hiking distance and time: 10km (5 hours walking +1 hour driving excluding lunch and break time)
Ascent/Descent: 1400/980
Highest and lowest points: 3300 /2220m
Accommodation altitude: 3250.00 Meters | 10662.73 Feet
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Day7. Jiptik yurt camp to Sary-Mogol
- After breakfast, the trek continued up to the top of the pass "Jiptik" and cross it until noon (4185 asl).
- If the sky is clear from the pass you can see a stunning view of the Pamir-Alay valley with Lenin Peak (7134).
- On the top you will have your lunch and photo shooting. After soaking in the stunning scenery, descend towards Darbaza-Tash traversing picturesque landscapes.
- Upon reaching Darbaza-Tash, a transfer will take you to Sary-Mogol
Accommodation: Guesthouse (Alay travel house). The rooms has double, twin and single beds with hot showers and water running toilets
Food: lunch-box on the way and dinner will be prepared by cooking team in guesthouse.
Host: Abdilla and Sharapat
Total distance: 26km
Trekking distance: 15 km (15.53 miles)
Driving distance: 11km (40 min driving)
Hiking time: 5h walking then 30 min driving (excluding lunch and break time)
Ascent/Descent: 910/1240 meters
Highest and lowest points: 4170 /3215 meters
Accommodation altitude: 2976.00 Meters | 9763.78 Feet.
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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Adult | |
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1 to 15 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 15 | /person |
This is a private tour |