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Prijs per persoon excl. reiskosten
1290 Euro
 23- 5 july //   June 2024
1290 Euro
 14-26   July 2024
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Discover wild nature and nomadic life with horses in Kyrgyzstan (or Kyrgyzstan)

This trek offers you the maximum opportunity to discover Kyrgyzstan, the different landscape types of Kyrgyz nature, the life of the nomads, the culture, the local lifestyles and folkloric animation.
The program consists of 2 major parts, in which we travel on horseback through two different types of nature.
We start in the Chong Kemin national park, one of the most picturesque places on the territory of Kyrgyzstan. It forms a unique natural complex and consists of a gorge, a valley, the Chon-Kemin river and mountain lakes. Chon-Kemin is a truly unique nature reserve where the natural landscapes have been preserved in an almost virgin state, with green coniferous forests and steppes, and protected on three sides by mountain ranges. The park is located at an altitude of 1400-2800 m, snow covers the mountain ranges of Kungei Ala-Too and Zailiyskiy-Ala-Too with an altitude of 4700 m. Here we spend two nights, we explore the untouched nature, we go fishing and make campfires at night near the lake, make some fire nights near the lake.
The second part of the tour introduces us to the lifestyles of nomadic life with horses in Song kol. An extensive summer meadow and mountains surround the Song Kol lake located at 3016 m. In Song Kol we come into contact with the locals every day and experience their daily lives. We really live among the nomads. On the prairie we also have the opportunity to become more familiar with the Kyrgyz horses by trying out traditional horse games.
This trek also includes a rest day, during which we explore nature on foot, through the red rocks and canyons.
During this trip we discover the real life of the Kyrgyz people. We stay for a few days in a guest house and with a family that hunts with eagles. We also have the opportunity to attend a traditional folklore concert.

 
Included

• guide in Bishkek
• transfers as stated in the program
• horse guides and helpers
• rent horses
• guide to translation
• cook
• full board and accommodation
• drinking water 1l/day
• camping equipment
• entrance to museums/national parks, eagle show, folklore concert as mentioned in the program

Not included
 • flight there/back
• alcoholic drinks
• personal expenses
Level
 Experienced riders (1 pass is at an altitude of 4000m). Corridors depending on the terrain. Trot and gallop on the prairie. Walking in the high mountains.
Weight
 no restriction
Age
 Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Number
 4-12 people
Departure
 From 4 people
Horses

The Kyrgyz horse is known for its resistance, endurance and frugality, a result of natural and purposeful selection through many generations of Kyrgyz livestock farmers. This selection makes the horse perfectly adapted to the natural conditions and climate in the mountains and to the work for which it is used by the Kyrgyz nomads.
Saddles
 Traditional saddles, covered with wool cover.
Meals
 Meals usually consist of beef, mutton, grains and pasta, supplemented with fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumber, radish, beans, corn, aubergines and potatoes. Also fresh fruit such as melon, watermelon, apples, apricots, grapes, etc. In the mountains there are all kinds of dairy products. Also a lot  types of jam.
Breakfast: eggs, porridge, omelette, pancakes, yoghurt, milk, coffee, bread, butter, tea, jam,... Lunch is either a full meal or a picnic (bread, cheese, vegetables, sausage, canned food and fruit).
In the evening a full menu with salad, main meal and dessert.
Guides
 Yes, see "included"
Passport
 No visa required, but a passport that is valid for another 6 months.

13 days / 12 nights / 7 days in the saddle (3-6 hours of riding per day)

Day 1: Departure from Europe(Overnight stay on the plane)

Day 2: Airport - Bishkek - Karool-Debe
Breakfast in a beautiful traditional inn. Possibly a short visit to the city and then with our bus to the village of Karool-Debe. We arrive around noon. After lunch we can take a short walk through the village and the OrtoKaindi gorge. In the evening we return to the village to spend the night in a homestay and have dinner.

Day 3: Chong Kemine (Karal Dobo) à Chelek lake (1 day horse riding)
After breakfast we travel by car along the Chong-Kemin River to the Jailoo Valley in Kol-Almaty. Upon arrival, we will have lunch with the local nomads in a Yourt and take a drive to the nearby Alpine Lake Chelek. This day is an adjustment day to prepare for the ride through the pass the next day. Night and dinner in a yurt with the nomads.

Day 4: From Chelek Lake to Ayuluu-Tor Valley
Today, the longest day of the trek. Early in the morning at 07:00, after breakfast we take our horses through rocky mountains to the neck of Ak-Suu. We have a small picnic break at the foot of the Glassier Pass. Then we continue our journey into the past. We cross the Ak-Suu pass at 4,050 m and then descend through the Chong Ak-Suu gorge to the Ayuluu-Tor alpine pasture to pitch the tents. Night and dinner under the tents. (7-8 hours on horseback).

Day 5: Vallée Ayuluu-Tor à Cholpon Ata
After waking up in the beautiful nature we have breakfast. Then we continue the journey along the Chong Ak-Suu River. This fantastic place full of wild mushrooms. An ideal valley for our picnic. In the afternoon we descend to the village of Grigorieva, where our car will pick us up and drop us off at Cholpon-Ata. Time to shower and go to the beach. Nights and dinner at the hotel. (4-5 hours on horseback).

Day 6: Cholpon Ata – Kara Kol – Bokonbaeva
After breakfast, transfer to Kara Kol (2-2.3 hours drive). In Kara kol, a visit will be made to the Dungan Mosque and the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity for a glimpse of the architecture of the 19th century. Lunch in Kol Kara and the small walk to the Jeti Oguz conion 40 km from Kara Kol. This afternoon we have a second walk in the small sand mountains at the edge of the road. On the way we will stop at Issyk Kul Lake - the 3rd largest alpine lake in the world. Dinner and overnight stay at Gulmira's house in Bokonbaevo village.

Day 7: Bokonbaeva – Kochkor – Song Kol
In the morning we visit an ancient family of eagle hunters, where we have the opportunity to attend a hunting demonstration and take photos with the impressive eagles and falcons. Then we go to Kochkor for a demonstration of felt crafts and a visit to a local museum. Lunch will take place in a real Kyrgyz yurt. We continue our journey to Song Kul via the Moldo Ashu pass. Supper with a nomadic family in Kumduu Suu.

Day 8: Kumduu Suu to Tash Dobo (approx. 4-5 hours drive)
After breakfast we meet our horses and team again. After a short instruction, we start our horseback ride to Joloman's yurt camp in Tash Dobo. Along the way we will have a picnic at a historic place: the "Manas stones". In the afternoon we can take a warm shower in a handmade shower. Dinner and overnight stay in yurt camp.

Day 9: Tash Dobo - Tular Tash (approx. 3-4 hours drive)
Today is the second day of our tour around the Son Kol. We continue to discover the amazing culture of semi-nomadic living. After our horse ride we arrive at a family. Lunch under the blue sky. In the afternoon we enjoy some training lessons on horseback. Dinner and overnight stay in yurt.

Day 10: Tulpar Tash - Tuz Ashuu (approx. 3-4 hours drive)
After breakfast there is a 3-4 hour drive. We have lunch with a family in Tuz Ashuu. After lunch we go to the beach of Song Kol Lake. Last supper and overnight stay in the yurt.

Day 11: Tuz Ashuu - Kochkor (approx. 2-3 hours drive)
This last day is longer than normal. Picnic on the way. Destination point Kyzart where we take our bus to Kochkor (5-7 hours on horseback). Dinner in a guest house accompanied by a folkloric concert. Overnight stay in the guest house.

Day 12: Kochkor - Bishkek

Best season for a riding holiday in Kyrgyzstan is June 10 to September 10.

Baggage to take: waterproof and warm clothing (trekking in mountain areas), trekking boots, hat, sleeping bag and mat, sunglasses and sunscreen, personal medication (basic pharmacy is taken by the guide)