DEPART OSH TO KOJOKELEN VILLAGE

Osh - Driving distance/time – 95km, 4 hours
Begin the journey from the historic city of Osh to the village of Kojokelen (2200m), the starting point of the trek. The route to Kojokelen village offers breathtaking scenery, so enjoy the ride! After three and a half hours of driving, arrive at Kojokelen, a peaceful rural village nestled in the foothills. Before dinner, take a short walk to the stunning gorge above the village. Enjoy a home-cooked dinner and an overnight stay at a family-run guesthouse.

TREK FROM KOJOKELEN VILLAGE OVER SARY BELL PASS TO KOSHMOINOK VALLEY.

TREK TO BESHKOL CAMP VIA KYZYL SHORO VILLAGE

Alay Mountains - Trekking distance/time: 20 km, 8 hr, Ascent: 1749 m, Descent: 868 m
The second day is relatively challenging and uphill. The trail becomes steep and ascends approximately 400 meters through grassy meadows and pastures to Koshmoinok Pass at 3,210 m (1 hour). After the steep slopes, the trail winds its way down through evergreen trees and continues to the edge of the valley until it reaches Kyzyl Shoro village (2 hr). Break for lunch in the village at a homestay. After lunch, enjoy an almost flat walk until reaching the next village. At this point, the trail turns south, and from the trailhead begins the steep 9 km climb along the well-trodden path through fields filled with grazing cows and shepherd’s yurts inviting you for tea. As the elevation increases, the terrain changes from mid-mountain green forest to high alpine rocky and dry landscapes. After 4-5 hours of intensive trekking, arrive at the yurt camp. Dinner and overnight in a family-run yurt at 3,600 meters.

TO ZHANYRYK CAMP OVER SARY MOGOL PASS 4303M

Sary Mogul - Trekking distance/time: 15 km, 6-7 hours, Ascent: 925 meters Descent: 1053 meters

After breakfast, head to Sary Mogul Pass at 4,306 meters. Walk along the stream all the way up to the foot of the pass (1.5 hours). Ascend to the top of the pass on a barely visible trail in a zigzag formation on loose scree (1 Hr). The ascent to the pass is steep and covered in loose scree. Upon reaching the pass, the glaciated peaks and alpine lakes come into view. Celebrate the achievement at the top of the pass with its otherworldly and stunning views. While descending, some parts of the trail are a bit challenging as the trail is narrow and the terrain is composed mainly of scree and small pebbles. Break for lunch at the riverbank with glacier views all around. After lunch, head into a valley to follow the small stream all the way to the trail’s endpoint (2-3 hours). Dinner & overnight in a yurt at 3300m.

TO TULPAR KUL LAKE VIA SARY MOGOL VILLAGE

Sary Mogul - Trekking distance/time: 15 km, 4 hours, Ascent: 25 meters Descent: 325 meters

Today is an easy walk on an unpaved road along the river leading down to Sary Mogol village (3hr). Spot many yurts of shepherds tending their livestock and busy with the everyday activities of nomads. Arrive at the homestay and enjoy a home-cooked lunch. Take a shower, and enjoy the WIFI. After lunch, drive to the yurt camp at Tulpar Kol near Lenin Peak Base Camp (1 hour). Tulpar Kol is a series of lakes set in the foothills of the Pamir Mountain – it is a great spot for photography and easy walking. Dinner and overnight stay in a yurt.

TO CAMP ONE VIA TRAVELLER’S PASS

CONQUER THE YUHINA PEAK AT 5130 M

BACK TO TULPAR KOL LAKE – OSH CITY

Osh - Trekking distance/time: 15 km, 5-6 hours Ascent: 280 Descent: 910 m

After breakfast, return to the yurt camp at Tulpar Kol Lake where the driver awaits. Lunch at Tulparkol Lake and transfer to Osh.

• Private transportation
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Accommodation in Guesthouses/Yurt camps/Tents
• Breakfast
• Border Permit
• Luggage Horses & Horsemen
• English Speaking Mountain Guide

• Hotel and Meals in Osh
• Health/Travel insurance
• Alcoholic, soft, coffee, mineral drinks

Breathtaking panoramas at an elevation of 4,306 m at the Sary Mogul mountain pass that transports you to a different world.

Exquisite vistas of the frosty, glacier-ridden Lenin Peak reaching 7,134 m.

A plethora of varied terrains, ranging from vibrant alpine lakes to verdant valleys.

Overnight in a classic yurt and engage with native Kyrgyz shepherds, learn about their time-honored nomadic lifestyles, and savor authentic home-prepared meals.

Undertake Community-Based Tourism. Your patronage helps bolster local communities.

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