Tatosh is a guide friend, passionate about her country and trekking, who runs a local agency. She understands that the Ala Kul trek attracts travellers with varying levels of experience.
She offers 2 circuits, with different levels of difficulty, during which you are accompanied by experienced and competent guides.
Since 2015, I have been regularly referring blog readers to her.
Big plus:
-Nights are spent in yurts or guesthouses, which means you don't have to carry camping gear, and the nights are more comfortable.
What is the programme of my trek?
Tatosh suggests:
A 3-day tourThe most accessible itinerary, with overnight stays in guesthouses for greater comfort.
A 4-day trek, with a more challenging itinerary and nights in tents.
Day 1: Transfer by car from Karakol to Aksu village. Hike from Aksu to Altyn Arashan valley, 2600 m. Lunch. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse. (4 hours walk)
Day 2: Breakfast. Trek to Alakol Lake (3600 m) and back. Lunch provided. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse. (26 km round trip, 7 to 8 hours walk)
Day 3: Breakfast. Return to the village of Aksu. Transfer from Aksu to Karakol (3h walk)
Duration: 3 days and 2 nights
Best period: July and August
Accommodation and meals: 2 nights in guesthouse, 2 lunches and dinners, 3 breakfasts.
Programme :
Day 1: Transfer by car from Karakol to the entrance to Karakol National Park. Hike to Sirota camp, lunch and dinner. Overnight in a yurt. 12 km, 4-5 hours' walk.
Day 2: Sirota Camp - Keldike Gorge. Lunch and dinner. Overnight in a yurt. 10 km, 5-6 hours' walk.
Day 3: Keldike Gorge - Altyn Arashan, Lunch dinner. Overnight in guesthouse. 10 km, 4 hours' walk.
Day 4: Altyn Arashan - Aksu village, lunch. Return to Karakol city from Aksuu village. 15 km, 4-5 hours walk.
Duration: 4 days and 3 nights
Best period: July and August
Accommodation and meals: 3 nights in tents, 4 lunches, 3 dinners and breakfasts.
What's included :
For the 3-day trek:
- The guide,
- Meals,
- Nights in guesthouses and yurts (4-day trek)
- Access to the thermal springs of Altyn Arashan,
- Transfer from Karakol to the national park and from Aksuu village to Karakol.
Does not include:
- Transport from Bishkek to Karakol. There's a bus that leaves from the bus station. It costs $5 and takes about 6 hours.
What is the rate for my group?
Prices are in Soms
- 1 person: 36,960 KGS
- 2 persons: 48,720 KGS
- 3 people: 60,480 KGS
- 4 people: 72,240 KGS
- 1 person: 59,760 KGS
- 2 persons: 78 720KGS
- 3 persons: 97 680 KGS
- 4 persons: 116,640 KGS
Book with Tatosh:
You can form groups with other people to get a better price. (Make use of the group travel to Kyrgyzstan to look for travel companions).
To contact her, you can use the form below
See the other hikes Tatosh can organize for you:
6 Responses to 3, 4 or 7 day trek in Ala Kul
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Thanks to Aigul for the organization of our treks, the guide was very kind and professional. Aigul is available to answer all the questions that we ask ourselves during our trip, that facilitates things a lot. Thank you
Thanks for your feedback 🙂
Thanks for the contact and thanks to Aigul for the organization. The guide, Dima, was nice, attentive and safe. This trek is amazing. It is physical but the result is worth it. One of my best experiences in Kyrgyzstan.
Very nice feedback, thank you
Hi Georges-Michel, My friend and I have finished our 4 day trek with Aibek, our guide. He is very nice and really made our trek to this incredible lake unforgettable. Thank you for your recommendation
Thank you Loïc for your comment. Glad you enjoyed the country.