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 DaysAdventure toursKyrgyzstan

  • 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

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    Program

      
                                Manas International Airport - Bishkek
    Arrival at airport Manas, rest and visit Bishkek city, the capital of Kyrgyzstan
    Manas International Airport - Bishkek

    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.

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    46 km
    01:00
    03:00
    140 m
    0 m
      
                                Bishkek - Kyzyl Suu
    Drive to Kyzyl Suu village on the south shore of the Issyk Kul lake
    Bishkek - Kyzyl Suu
    After breakfast, we will drive to Lake Issyk-Kul (1608 m). Did you know that Lake Issyk-Kul is the 2nd largest alpine lake in the world?  After lunch, we will arrive in the village of Kyzyl Suu / Pakrovka which is the regional center of the Jeti-Oguz district.  Our hosts will great us and we will spend the night in a guesthouse. Additional options for today: Visit of Burana tower, great of history loves; hiking in Konorchek canyon, great for trekking all year round; rafting in Chuy river, is great for adventure-seeking group of friends; visit a yurt maker in the village of Kyzyl Tuu, it's great option for someone looking to get close to the local culture; visit an Eagle Hunter or enjoy an Eagle hunting show to get an impression of the nomadic history of Kyrygz people; visit of Skazka canyon, to enjoy the trekking possibilities; visit of Barskoon valley and its three waterfalls it's best for nature lovers.
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    390 km
    06:00
    1000 m
    0 m
      
                                Kyzyl Suu - Hot Springs of Jukutchak Valley
    Horse ride day to the hot springs of Jukutchak valley
    Kyzyl Suu - 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.

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    25 km
    05:00
    500 m
    0 m
      
                                Hot Springs of Jukutchak Valley - Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu
    Horse riding from Jukkutchak valley to the Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu valley through the Jumatai pass
    Hot Springs of Jukutchak Valley - Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu

    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.

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    14 km
    05:00
    1050 m
    575 m
      
                                Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu - Chong Kyzyl-Suu
    Horseride from Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu to geo-physical station of Chong Kyzyl Suu
    Kichi-Kyzyl-Suu - 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.

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    18 km
    05:00
    600 m
    500 m
      
                                Chong Kyzyl Suu valley - Chong Kyzyl Suu valley
    Horse riding day to the Karakabak lake and glacier
    Chong Kyzyl Suu valley - Chong Kyzyl Suu valley

    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.

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    15 km
    05:00
    750 m
    750 m
      
                                Chong Kyzyl Suu meteo station - Chong Kyzyl Suu meteo station
    Horse riding day to the Shataly lake
    Chong Kyzyl Suu meteo station - Chong Kyzyl Suu meteo station

    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.

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    14 km
    05:00
    1100 m
    1100 m
      
                                Chong Kyzyl Suu valley - Jeti Oguz valley
    Horseback riding from the geo-physical station to the Jeti Oguz valley
    Chong Kyzyl Suu valley - Jeti Oguz valley
    That day we leave the Chong Kyzyl Suu valley. We ride down to join the Suttu Bulak valley. We ride between pastures and forest. In the evening we reach the Jeti-Oguz valley. Installation in the yurt. Overnight in yurt. (if winter time, we will finish our day at the Jeti Oguz sanatorium, night in a homestay).
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    21 km
    06:00
    950 m
    950 m
      
                                Jeti Oguz valley - Jeti Oguz valley
    Day horse ride to the foot of the Oguz Bashi range
    Jeti Oguz valley - Jeti Oguz valley

    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. 

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    28 km
    06:00
    800 m
    800 m
      
                                Jeti Oguz sanatorium - Karakol
    Horse riding day from Jeti Oguz valley to Irdik valley, then transfer to Karakol
    Jeti Oguz sanatorium - 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.

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    45 km
    01:00
    03:00
    600 m
    600 m
      
                                Karakol - Bishkek
    Morning transfer to Bishkek, visit of Eagle hunter and visit of the capital
    Karakol - Bishkek

    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.

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    420 km
    06:00
    1000 m
    50 m
      
                                Bishkek - Manas International Airport
    Transfer from Bishkek to Manas International Airport
    Bishkek - 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. 

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner
    40 km
    00:40
    0 m
    100 m

    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!

    Raphaele

    Already 3 trips in 10 years and still organized by a team of professionals. Friendly guides ready to introduce people to Central Asian traditions and cultures. Thank you a thousand times for all our adventures.

    Pilar Maret

    Info

    What is included

    • All transportation in a private vehicle

    • All airport transfers

    • Accommodation as described in the program

    • Meals (3 per day)

    • Bottled water (when possible) & tea

    • English-speaking trekking guide

    • Horses with local saddles

    • Pack horses with saddle bags & horsemen

    • Camping & cooking equipment (tents, mats, gas, stove, etc)

    • All the activities listed in the program

    • Entry fees at national parks and/or border zones listed in the program

    • Entry fees at museums and historical sites listed in the program

    • Domestic flights mentioned in the program

    • A contribution to our sustainable development projects

    • Organisation of the trip & local taxes

    What is not included

    • International flights

    • International banking fees (PayPal, ...)

    • Travel & repatriation insurance

    • Visas / LOI (if applicable)

    • Alcoholic and soft drinks

    • Personal expenses

    • Personal equipment (sleeping bag, headlight, personal medication, etc)

    • Additional costs due to unexpected personal events (health, loss of luggage, ...)

    • Tips for guide & driver (always optional, always appreciated)

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    Ecotourism projects

    Through various ecotourism projects and initiatives, Nomad's Land aims to increase awareness of ecotourism and responsible travel, for a sustainable development of the tourism sector.
    29 November 2023 Eco 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

    29 May 2023 Eco Projects

    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.

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    Samuel Maret

    3 March 2023 Eco Projects

    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.

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    Samuel Maret