The Kyrgyz Republic. Central Asia’s premiere trekking destination, 90% mountainous with the Tien Shan in the north and the Tajik Pamirs in the south. A land of horseback nomads, hunting with golden eagles, yurts in the high pastures, and an incredible diversity of landscapes.
Pick up the most recent Lonely Planet: Central Asia guidebook to plan an independent trip (we wrote the Kyrgyzstan chapter), or consider reaching out to our friends at Feel Nomad to organize a tour.
Kyrgyzstan: Alakol Lake Trek Кыргызстан: Озеро Алаколь Alakol Lake is quite likely the most popular overnight trek in Kyrgyzstan. An incredible mountain lake, backed by mesmerizing rugged peaks and a glacier that drops right down to the shore. It’s an unbelievably beautiful hike, made better by a handful of yurt […]
Kyrgyzstan: At Jailoo Lake A tiny alpine lake with big mountain views, At Jailoo Lake is an offbeat alternative to the already offbeat Enilchek Valley, but one with big payoffs for lovers of beautiful peaks and peaceful nature. This entire region of Issyk-Kol is hard to reach and travel, but […]
Kyrgyzstan: Ak Tash (Naryn Region) Кыргызстан: Ак Таш (Нарынская область) Ak Tash (literally White Stone) is a small ridge just east of the city of Naryn – these forested hillsides with panoramic mountain views are an excellent dayhike out of the city, offering a fairly easy route with a lot […]
Kyrgyzstan: Adygene Glacier Loop Кыргызстан: Ледник Адыгень The Adygene Glacier Loop is a beautiful alternative to the more popular trekking routes inside Ala Archa National Park – a small but picturesque glacial lake and variety of both trekking and climbing peaks make this under-explored side of the park great for […]
Kyrgyzstan: Kol Tor Lake (Kegety) Кыргызстан: Кол Тор Кегеты Kol Tor Lake is one of the most popular weekend treks for residents of Bishkek – a beautiful walk through pine forests and beneath craggy peaks ends at an aggressively turquoise mountain lake that’s easy to love. Total Km: 10km Total […]
Kyrgyzstan: Ak Sai Petroglyphs Кыргызстан: петроглифы Ак Сай The half-day Ak Sai Petroglyphs hike on Issyk Kol’s south shore combines the historical interest of Buddhist Sanskrit petroglyphs (with some modern Soviet-era carvings alongside) with the beautiful landscapes of trekking in Kyrgyzstan. Total Km: 8.5 km Total Days: 1 Elevation Gain/Loss: […]