Scenic Kol Tor Lake Hike & Burana Tower in 1 Day Tailored for nature lovers and history enthusiasts
4.8
8 Ratings
Bishkek

Embark on a one-day adventure tailored for nature lovers and history enthusiasts. Explore the ancient Burana Tower and hike to the scenic Kol Tor Lake, immersing yourself in Kyrgyzstan’s rich history and breathtaking natural beauty.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Bishkek - Your adventure starts with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Bishkek. We’ll drive directly to Kol Tor Lake, passing through the beautiful landscapes of Kyrgyzstan. The journey to the lake is as picturesque as the destination itself, offering a glimpse into the country’s natural beauty. Get ready for a day full of exploration and breathtaking sights!
What's Included
  • Trekking poles provided
  • Guidance from English-speaking guide
  • Convenient pick-up/drop-off service
  • Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Burana Tower Entry Fee included
  • Lunch box to keep you energized
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch(we recommend to take your own food)
Additional Information

Seeking a picturesque hike close to Bishkek? This one-day excursion is ideal for nature enthusiasts and inquisitive travelers! The journey begins with a visit to the historic Burana Tower, where the guide will narrate tales from the Silk Road era. Following this, a drive through the breathtaking landscapes of the Chuy Valley leads to the start of the…

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Location
Bishkek
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Brandon_m
May 29, 2025
Excellent hike with my... - Excellent hike with my guide Anvar! I can’t recommend this hike enough. Getting out to see more rural parts of Kyrgyzstan was remarkable and this hike gives those opportunities. Word of caution this is a more demanding hike, but the end is worth it.
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Gaiaaggarwal
Mar 23, 2025
Amazing - Spectacular hike! We faced more snow than we expected but my guide Faruk was amazing. He was fun and motivating but also gave me my space. We didn't make it to the tower but the hike alone is well worth it. I would definitely book again with Datka
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O6593fqsandrav
Jan 8, 2025
Amazing Trip to Kol Tor Lake - Our trip to Kol Tor Lake and the Burana Tower was an amazing experience. We love being out in nature and were mostly looking forward to the hike, but the Burana Tower turned out to be a really nice extra. The day started with a visit to the Burana Tower, one of the oldest monuments in Kyrgyzstan and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was fascinating to learn about its history and the Silk Road from our friendly guide, Talgat. After that it was time to head into the mountains. A 1.5-hour drive brought us to the trailhead at 1700 meters above sea level. The hike to Kol Tor Lake, about 14 kilometers long, started off easy but quickly became steeper and more challenging. The scenery along the way was incredible. After about 3 hours of climbing, we reached Kol Tor Lake at 2700 meters, and it was absolutely stunning. The turquoise water surrounded by majestic mountains was unforgettable. What made it even more magical was how the color of the lake seemed to change with the sunlight. It felt like a different view every minute. It was a well-organized trip, and Talgat made it even better with his enthusiasm. If you love nature and hiking, this adventure is something you can’t miss!
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872ilyasa
Jan 7, 2025
Adventure adventure adventure!!! - A day of adventure I’ll never forget. Couldn’t have been any better in my opinion. I Also couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide, Talgat was exceptional. He loves his job and country and it shows! I learnt a lot from him Would definitely do it again
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Smeier0815
Dec 15, 2024
Mountain Tour near Bishkek - Very nice tour. Competent guide with good English skills. Recommended. Includes typical local lunch. Very nice contact.
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Mattuffindall
Aug 5, 2024
Excellent day exploring! - Excellent! Our guide, Farouk was superb and really engaging. The tour gave us a great chance to see some more of the country and learn about the history. It was just a really great day.
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Amysz7776zs
Aug 20, 2025
Beautiful hike and a very long day. - Our guide, Faruk, was kind and knowledgeable and spoke English very well. He brought us a lovely lunch and had plenty of water for the trip. The only negative was that he had a standard sedan car and so it was very slow going on the rough roads to Kol Tor. He was a very safe driver though.
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Jamesgl8841dt
Apr 6, 2025
Great hiking but a very long day - My son and I had a great day hiking. There was too much snow and ice for us to make it to the lake, which would not be an issue in the warmer months, but the scenery was fantastic and our guide was awesome. Our trip lasted 13 hrs in total, which was too long and next time we would cut out the tower part of the trip to make the day more manageable and just focus on the hiking.
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