"Kol-Ukok," meaning "The Lake in a Chest*," lies between the steep slopes of the North-Eastern Terskei Ala Too Mountains, creating a picturesque haven.  A depth reaches 17 meters and it's a home to fish like the white fish and the colorful Savan trout.

The peaceful lakeshore offers a quiet escape, with chances to spot marmots, badgers, eagles, and hawks along the way. The area is also home to wolves, foxes, hares, and mountain goats, living in harmony with nature.

Wildflowers like forget-me-nots and edelweiss color the landscape, while edible plants like rhubarb and wild garlic have sustained locals for generations. From May to October, nomadic families settle here with their cattle, continuing centuries-old traditions.

During your visit, you'll experience the shepherd's lifestyle, learning how Kyrgyz milk products are made—like kymyz (fermented mare’s milk), airan (Kyrgyz yogurt), and kurut (dried salty cheese). Watch locals milk cows and horses, bake fresh bread, and share their rich culture and warm hospitality.
* Chest - a box made of wood that nomads used to keep their belongings

Itinerary 

Day 1: Bishkek – Kochkor – Lake Kol-Ukok

Begin your adventure at 8:00 am, departing from Bishkek towards Isakeev village in the Kochkor region. The 210-kilometer journey unfolds along smooth roads, promising a comfortable 3-hour ride. By 11:00 am, you will reach the starting point, where your seasoned guide and trusty steeds eagerly await. After a brief orientation on horseback riding, set off towards the Ters-Tor gorge, a scenic route that unfolds over the course of an hour. Pause by the Ters-Tor river for a delightful lunch (picnic). After lunch, make your way towards the enchanting Lake Kol-Ukok. Dine and sleep in a yurt of local family. 

Day 2: Kol-Ukok – Kochkor – Bishkek

After breakfast you can already get a view of of the glacier mountain lake Kol-Tor from the surrounding mountains. To explore this second lake, you need to ride up half the way by horseback riding. For the last 200m distance take a hike up to the lake on the altitude of 3400m above sea level. Enjoy the beautiful scenery before heading back to the yurt for lunch. In the afternoon, ride your horses along the same path back to Isakeev, then continue to Bishkek. You'll arrive around 8:00 pm, filled with memories of Kyrgyzstan’s wild landscapes. 

Inclusions:

• Accommodation (yurt)
• Meals: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
• English speaking guide 
• Transportation
• Mineral water 

Exclusions:

• Travel insurance
• Picnic 
• Flight tickets
• Visa support 
• Tax of bank
• Other services out of the program.

Price:

• 1 person: - $600US
• 2 people: - $430US
• 3 people: - $380US
• 4 people: - $300US
• 5 people: - $250US
• 6 people: - $200US

Ready to explore the heart of Kyrgyzstan? Plan your unforgettable adventure with us today!