
Secrets of Teskei Ala-Too
Horseride for mountain lovers through the nicest passes of the Terskey range
Discover on horseback Kyrgyzstan and its celestial mountains, and more precisely in the Terskey Alatoo massif where a diverse wildlife such as wolves, mouflons, ibex, bears and many marmots live. The program is a long loop through alpine valleys, surrounded by snow-capped peaks rising to more than 5,000 m.
An sportive horsetrek
A trek on horseback with high daily elevations with difficult passes, between glaciers and the splendid Lake Issyk Kul.
12 Days • Adventure tours • Kyrgyzstan
1 people: $3,390
2 people: $2,040
3 people: $1,640
4 people: $1,395
5 people: $1,580
6 people: $1,320
7 people: $1,250
8 people: $1,180
Program

Arrival at airport Manas, rest and visit Bishkek city, the capital of Kyrgyzstan
Early arrival in Bishkek where everyone will be picked up at the airport by our driver. Short transfer to your hotel in Bishkek city centre and resting time in the morning. Around midday, meeting at the reception desk with your guide for the general briefing, before enjoying a tasty Kyrgyz lunch. Then we stop at Ala Too Square where you will start a walking tour of Bishkek. You will be able to visit countless parks, the Osh Bazar and get to know your guide. Tonight, everyone will get to know each other at a welcome dinner with a mix of the best local dishes and drinks.

Drive to Kyzyl Suu village on the south shore of the Issyk Kul lake

Horse ride day to the hot springs of Jukutchak valley
We will go out of the village Kyzyl Suu and go towards Juku Valley. Today we will go through the forest and of course in the mountains. Overnight in tents.

Horse riding from Jukkutchak valley to the Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu valley through the Jumatai pass
We pass by a abondant nature. Also will meet kyrgyz people who lives in the mountains during all year. We continue to climb towards the Jumatai Pass (3325 m). After lunch, we ride down into the Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu valley. Overnight in tents on the bank of the river.

Horseride from Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu to geo-physical station of Chong Kyzyl Suu
We ride down the Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu valley till low part of fir forest, then we ride to the Ak-Tash jailoo in the Chong Kyzyl Suu valley. In the afternoon, we ride up to the geo-physical station of Chong Kyzyl Suu by the hot springs pool of Jeli-Suu. Night in the refuge.

Horse riding day to the Karakabak lake and glacier
In the morning, we ride up the valley of Karakabak. We follow an ancient dirty road, then, small ways link to the lake of the glacier. In the afternoon, back to the geo-physical station. Night in refuge.

Horse riding day to the Shataly lake
We ride down 2 km, then up into the Shataly gorge, the first part is quiet difficult, then the ride is easy till the glacier's lake of Shataly. Back by the same way. Night in the refuge.

Horseback riding from the geo-physical station to the Jeti Oguz valley

Day horse ride to the foot of the Oguz Bashi range
Today, we ride up into the valley of Jeti Oguz to see the wide glaciers of the mount. First, we follow a dirty road in a fir-forest, the the landscape opens on big mountains. In the afternoon, back to the same yurt camp. Overnight in yurt.

Horse riding day from Jeti Oguz valley to Irdik valley, then transfer to Karakol
Horse riding to Kyzyl Djar, between desert and forest, we go down and see a red canyon. This is the end of our hiking and we leave our horseman. Transfer to Karakol. Night in guesthouse Hutorok.

Morning transfer to Bishkek, visit of Eagle hunter and visit of the capital
After breakfast you will hit the road again. On the way, a stop will be at the house of an Eagle hunter. You wil be able to get to know him and his long traditions of hunting with eagles. You will have lunch on the way. Arrival in Bishkek, the capital of the Kyrgyz Republic. From 1926 to 1991 the city was known as Frunze named after the Bolshevik military leader Mihail Frunze. After the independence it was renamed Bishkek. City tour. Walk around the city. Visiting Ala-Too Square, the main square of Kyrgyzstan. Overnight in our guesthouse.

Transfer from Bishkek to Manas International Airport
Depending on your flight time, your guide will join you to the airport and help you check in for your flight. If your flight is later in the day your guide will show you more places in Bishkek before your flight. We hope you enjoyed your trip to Kyrgyzstan and we hope you come back again to explore other counties in Central Asia with us.
Super team ! I did the transhumance trip in May 2019 and highly recommend it! Also did 2 days ski touring and it was awesome! The guide was excellent!
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Info
What is included
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All transportation in a private vehicle
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All airport transfers
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Accommodation as described in the program
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Meals (3 per day)
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Bottled water (when possible) & tea
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English-speaking trekking guide
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Horses with local saddles
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Pack horses with saddle bags & horsemen
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Camping & cooking equipment (tents, mats, gas, stove, etc)
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All the activities listed in the program
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Entry fees at national parks and/or border zones listed in the program
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Entry fees at museums and historical sites listed in the program
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Domestic flights mentioned in the program
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A contribution to our sustainable development projects
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Organisation of the trip & local taxes
What is not included
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International flights
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International banking fees (PayPal, ...)
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Travel & repatriation insurance
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Visas / LOI (if applicable)
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Alcoholic and soft drinks
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Personal expenses
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Personal equipment (sleeping bag, headlight, personal medication, etc)
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Additional costs due to unexpected personal events (health, loss of luggage, ...)
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Tips for guide & driver (always optional, always appreciated)
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Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan - Phone number
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Ecotourism projects
Trainings for tourist facilities of Zheti Oguz district 2023
On November 25-26, 2023 trainings were held in Kyzyl Suu for our owners of homestays and yurt camp from whole district Jeti Oguz
The main objective was to increase the potential of the district's tourist facilities in order to ensure the criteria of sustainable tourism and promotion of the region.
Ayana Zholdoshbek
Teskei Geopark in Issyk Kul region
By working together, Nomad's Land and Geopark Teskei can create a synergistic relationship that promotes sustainable tourism, conserves natural and cultural heritage, and benefits both the local communities and visitors. This collaboration allows for a responsible and enriching tourism experience while supporting the long-term preservation of the Geopark's unique features.

Samuel Maret
Destination Jeti Oguz
The new Jeti Oguz District Tourism Association was created on 2nd of March 2023 with the support of Nomad's Land Ecotourism Development Company and the Mountain Cluster Association of Kyrgyzstan.

Samuel Maret