🌍 Trip Overview
This 5-day trek covers the central section of the Ak-Suu Transverse, one of Kyrgyzstan’s most scenic alpine routes. Starting from Kara-Kyz Village and finishing in Karakol Town, the trail passes lush alpine meadows, glaciated valleys, and high mountain passes. Highlights include Ala-Kul Lake, Altyn-Arashan Hot Springs, and panoramic views of 5,000+ m peaks. Participants stay in yurts, tents, and guesthouses, enjoying authentic Kyrgyz mountain experiences.

📍 Route: Kara-Kyz Village → Jergez Gorge → Almaluu Gorge → Altyn-Arashan → Ala-Kul Lake → Karakol Gorge → Karakol Town
📅 Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
🏕 Accommodation: Yurt camps, tents
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

🏔 Main Highlights
Mountain Passes:
• Ailanysh Pass — 3,676 m (Challenging)
• Ortok Pass — 3,650 m (Moderate)
• Ala-Kul North Pass — 3,906 m (Challenging)

Key Lakes:
• Ala-Kul Lake — 3,550 m, turquoise alpine lake framed by 5,000+ m peaks

Route Highlights:
• Trek through Jergez, Almaluu, and Altyn-Arashan valleys
• Soak in natural hot springs at Altyn-Arashan
• Camp beside Ala-Kul Lake and enjoy panoramic mountain views
• Experience authentic stays in yurts and tents
• End the trek in Karakol Town after descending through Ak-Suu Village

Requirements

• Basic physical readiness recommended for high-altitude trekking

• Proper hiking boots, warm layers, waterproof clothing

• Ability to walk 5–8 hours per day on varied mountain terrain

• Travel insurance covering trekking activities

Meet your guide in Karakol. Transfer to Kara-Kyz Village (~30 min) and trek into Jergez Gorge. Gentle introduction to alpine terrain; no passes today.
Trekking distance: 17 km | Time: 5–6 h | Residence: Yurt camp | 🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Trek along Jergez Valley, cross a small river, ascend toward Ailanysh Pass (3,676 m), and descend to Almaluu Gorge (~2,800 m). Optional waterfall hike.
Trekking distance: 13 km | Time: 5–6 h | Residence: Yurt camp | 🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Moderate climb through Almaluu Gorge, cross Ortok Pass (3,650 m), and descend into Altyn-Arashan Valley (2,500 m). Relax in hot springs.
Trekking distance: 14 km | Time: 5–6 h | Residence: Guesthouse / Yurt | 🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cross the Ak-Suu River bridge, ascend to Ala-Kul North Pass (3,906 m), descend back to Altyn-Arashan Valley (2,500 m). Camp overnight in tents beside Ala-Kul Lake (3,550 m).
Trekking distance: 15 km | Time: 7–8 h | Residence: Tent camp | 🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From our camp at Ala-Kul, we continue westward, mostly downhill, covering 11 km to our next campsite in Karakol Gorge. Along the way, you’ll notice a few other campsites with yurts. Our endpoint is a historic alpine base camp, used during Soviet times.

We’ll take a short break for tea at the camp before being picked up by car and driven to Karakol, marking the end of the trekking program.

Trekking distance: 11 km
Residence: Camp
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch