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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Kyrgyzstan, Kyrgyzstan
Discover the best top things to do in Kyrgyzstan, Kyrgyzstan including Son Kul Lake, Altyn Arashan, Sary Chelek Biosphere Reserve, Ala Kul Lake, Jyrgalan Valley, Tash Rabat, Ala-Archa Gorge, Issyk-Kul Lake, Song Kol Lake, Lenin Peak.
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1. Son Kul Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By 207raoulk - Southern Poland, Poland
I and with my girlfriend we did winter horseback riding at Song Kol lake, its really good experience to try everyone
2. Altyn Arashan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 198 reviews
Reviewed By josephuk789 - London, United Kingdom
I and with my friend we visited Altyn Arashan in April, Its very beautiful place to visit. On the way wild flowers and animals, That time was bit snow and we choose trekking tour, even possible to go by car and by horse. Our tour organized by "Travel Forever" company in Karakol city. It was absolutely amazing tour in Kyrgyzstan 7 days. Very easy to contact with them on FB or Mail.
3. Sary Chelek Biosphere Reserve
4. Ala Kul Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By guide_kyrgyzstan - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
I visited the lake at the end of September. I was sure that the weather would be horrible. Fortunately, it was wonderful weather for such month! We started our riding from Altyn-Arashan to Ala-Kul lake. It takes about one day to get there. The last 30 min of our way was on foot. If you don't have time and equipments, better go from Altyn-Arashan to the lake. It was a challenge for me since I went with my sprained ankle. I was so eager to reach the lake even I forgot my pain in my foot. My wish for 2019 was done successfully! It was amazing view of the lake, seemed that it was glad to see us. I know that it will not be the last climb.
5. Jyrgalan Valley
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Jyrgalan Valley is located 60 km east to Karakol, Ysyk Kol Province, Kyrgyzstan. Stunning nature, waterfalls, mountains. Summer tourism: hiking, trekking, base yurt camps, horseback riding, kymyz (mares' milk) treatment. Winter tourism: freeride skiing, snowshoe tours, snowcat and snowmobile tours, avalanche safety equipment.
Reviewed By wutani - Darwin, Australia
We will recommend the Jyrgalan Valley to all friends coming to Kyrgyzstan. The valley is a short journey from Karakol, but largely untouched by tourism. The scenery is spectacular, with green meadows, wildflowers, pristine lakes, snowy peaks and dramatic views in all directions. We loved the 3-day Box Uchuk lakes hike, with the highlight being a river crossing on horseback and being accompanied by two mares (+ horse porters) and their foals! Anyone who enjoys trekking will love this place!
6. Tash Rabat
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By nonwrong - Hong Kong, China
At first I was quite frustrated and almost gave up because I have been calling and emailing for 2 days but didn't get any reply.Then I got an SMS to go directly to the camp.Someone called but we couldn't understand each other. When I arrived at noon,I was the only guest. I walked around and took photos till 3 or 4pm. Someone must have noticed that I had gone without food for a long time and asked if I was hungry. He said dinner would be at 8pm. At first I said I would wait but then I changed my mind.He took me to a canteen where there were biscuits and bread. He made some chopped carrot with a delicious dressing which devoured like a hungry wolf. The next day someone asked if I would like to ride a horse. I said yes. He motioned a horse nearby and told me to mount it. I explained that I did not know how to ride one. Soon someone came with a horse on a leash and told me to mount and led me around the camp! At dinner time a local Kyrgyz guide who probably didn't work for the camp told me and other foreign guests that the middle name of Kyrgyz people was hospitality. It was not an over-statement. Before I met Nazira, I thought for someone who had probably cornered the market it must be a big and burly man. My sexist stereotype was shattered when I finally met her.She was gentle and down-to-earth. When I asked about the bill, she had this expression of nonchalance as if she had forgotten about it until I reminded her. Having read the reviews here,I estimated the amount beforehand and asked her if it was right. She said sure in a casual way and even wanted to give me change. It was much less than I had expected so I refused the change. I have a typical city-dweller mentality. I put locks on my backpack because I had robberies in previous trips.Locals would look at the locks with confusion and seemed offended.I also use a money belt.Just before I arrived when I was in Cholpon-Ata,I pulled the zipper too hard and the knob came out. A kind old lady put it back for me and told me to go to a seamtress nearby to have it sewn back which I did. She charged me only a very small fee. Although I have only been there for a very short time,I dare say that people there lead a simple and pure life in unison with nature. Nazira was pregnant at the time.I wrote this to congratulate her and wish her and her new born the best.Your kindness will come back many times over. Also I would like to thank the French girl who gave me a lift to Naryn.Merci beaucoup:)
7. Ala-Archa Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 730 reviews
Reviewed By 51RuthR - Cape Town Central, South Africa
It took about 45 minutes to reach the national park from Bishkek and the drive was just glorious, passing through open fields and small villages with a backdrop of high snow covered mountains. Many herds of horses scattered the hillsides grazing and frolicking and some cattle and sheep. Once inside the park there are many paths to follow for hiking or walking and the scenery is just breathtaking. There was a local Kyrgyz man with a huge black eagle which I found fascinating and had a picture taken with it on my hand (inside a glove). Hunting with eagles is commonly practised today in Kyrgyzstan and there is an annual competition for this sport. I can highly recommend a visit to this magnificent national park.
8. Issyk-Kul Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 537 reviews
Reviewed By FTMDave - Adria, Italy
I know the southern side of the lake is wilder, but I travelled from Balykchy to Tamchy on the northern side - the idea being to relax in a smaller place and swim a lot. It's quite something swimming in August in crystal-clear water with snow-covered peaks on both sides of the lake!
9. Song Kol Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By karthik01061995 - Frankfurt, Germany
After an incognito 2020, i decided to do something adventurous in 2021 and wow what i start i had in Kyrgyzstan. I flew to Bishkek 0n 2nd feb and decided to visit places which are famous in summer but inaccessible by conventional ways in winter. My goal was to ride to the top of the song kul lake on a horse in a snowy and a bit dangerous mountain path. To fullfil my goal, i met with Aman, the owner of Kyrgyz riders (+996558033880). It took us 2 days to reach the top of the lake and the journey was mind blowing and hands down the best experience of my life !. The path was covered with snow and we had to often get down the horses to navigate them without stepping on ice which would break the horse leg ! The crisp winter breeze turned to extreme wind with temperatures well below negative 10 C. we had to climb over a mountain pass 3400 meters above sea level. The path after the pass was extraordinary and straight out of pictures i have seen of antartica ! wow what an experience it was! the lake was frozen and the ice thickness was well above 1.5 meters. if you can carry your skies along with you, it would be a great experience to ski there ! and best of all i was the ONLY tourist there !!!! can you believe it haha because in summer i think more than 100 K people visit this place !. Thank you Aman and Kyrgyz riders for such an amazing experience. Kyrgyz riders (+996558033880).
10. Lenin Peak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By alikarim - Dallas, United States
We drove from Saty Mogul to Lenin Peak Yurt Camp; and stayed there 1 night. Teh area around is stunning, with great views of Lenin Peak. You can easily hike from here to many places, and walk around Turpal Kul and other lakes. You can also walk to Base Camps on Lenin Peak. The Yurts are quite basic as are the bathrooms; and it does get cold at night, The meals at the Yurt camps are basic, reasonably comfortable. This is nature, so be prepared for it.
