Osh city - Sarymogul Village

Alay Mountains - Arrive in Osh, the second largest city in Kyrgyzstan and a former key trading hub on the Silk Road. Meet your guide for a tour and trek briefing. After lunch, drive to Sary Mogul village, situated at 3,000 meters above sea level (approx. 4 hours). Enjoy a home-cooked dinner and overnight stay with a local family. Take in the distant views of the towering 7,000+ meter high snow-capped Pamir Mountains.

Sarymogul village – Sarymogul Pass 4,306m – Campsite

Alay Mountains - Distance: 12 km trekking

Ascent: 1054 m, Descent: 477 m

After a hearty breakfast, drive 20 minutes from Sarymogul village to the trek’s starting point. Follow a narrow, single-person trail along the stream to the first viewpoint (1 hour). Some sections are challenging due to the narrow path and scree terrain. Take a break at the viewpoint to enjoy the Pamir Mountains before descending into a valley and following a stream to a flat meadow. Break for lunch by the river with glacier views. After lunch, head to Sarymogul Pass at 4,306 meters (1 hour). As you ascend, glaciated peaks and alpine lakes come into view. Celebrate your achievement at the pass with its stunning vistas. The descent is steep and covered in loose scree; consider long sliding strides or a zigzag motion. After descending, walk to the campsite and set up tents at 3,934 meters. Enjoy dinner under the stars.

Campsite – Kyzyl Shoro village

Alay Mountains - Distance: 15 km trekking

Ascent: 31 m, Descent: 1579 m

The second day starts easier, mainly downhill. The trail crosses the river several times as it progresses through the valley. As the elevation drops, the terrain changes from rocky and dry to green with juniper bushes. Turn around occasionally to enjoy views of glaciers and snow-covered peaks. Pass through fields with grazing cows and shepherd’s yurts, where you can stop for tea. Break for lunch near the yurts. After a few kilometers, reach the farmlands of Little Sarymogul village. Walk 3.5 km along a dusty road to Kyzyl Shoro village. Dinner and overnight in a homestay at 2,389 meters.

Kyzyl Shoro village – Koshmoinok Pass – Koshmoinok Valley – Kojokelen village

Alay Mountains - Distance: 22 km trekking

Ascent: 1303 m, Descent: 1124 m

After breakfast, leave your homestay and walk to the gorge east of the village. The trail ascends steeply through grass meadows and pastures to Koshmoinok Pass at 3,210 m. Descend into Koshmoinok Valley (1 hour), where there are several shepherd’s yurts and huts. Break for lunch near a shepherd’s yurt. After lunch, cross the stream and ascend to Sarybell Pass at 3,132 m (1 hour). Enjoy magnificent views of the rugged Kichik Alay Mountains from the pass. Follow the path along the hills and marvel at the “Three Dragon Gorge” red rock formations. The diverse landscapes showcase the best of Kyrgyzstan, with dramatic Pamir landscapes and various alpine terrains. The trail descends into a small stream through evergreen trees and continues to Kojokelen village (3 hours). Enjoy a home-cooked meal and overnight in a guesthouse.

Kojokelen village – Shepherd’s camp

Alay Mountains - Distance: 10 km trekking

Ascent: 833 m, Descent: 69 m

Today’s walk is easy, following an unpaved road along the river to the foot of Jiptick Pass. Enjoy the beautiful gorge with evergreen trees and interact with Kyrgyz nomads. Arrive at the yurt camp, enjoy a home-cooked meal with a local family, and overnight in a yurt.

Yurt camp – Jiptick Pass at 4,185 meters – down to Darbazatash Valley

Alay Mountains - Distance: 16 km trekking

Ascent: 1150 m, Descent: 931 m

From the yurt camp, the trail ascends along the river to the foot of Jiptick Pass (1 hour). Ascend the pass on a barely visible zigzag trail on loose scree (2 hours). Reach Jiptick Pass at 4,185 meters and enjoy stunning views of the snowcapped Pamir Mountains and Lenin Peak at 7,134 meters. Break for lunch at the top. The path then descends steeply to Darbazatash Valley (3 hours). Arrive in the valley at 3,274 meters. Dinner and overnight in yurts by the stream.

Darbazatash valley – Sarymogul village – Peak Lenin Base Camp

Alay Mountains - Distance: 11 km trekking

Ascent: 34 m, Descent: 286 m

Walk to Sary Mogul village on an unpaved road (3 hours). Enjoy expansive views of the Alay Valley and Pamir-Alay mountain ranges. Arrive at your homestay for a home-cooked lunch. Take a shower and check emails if desired. After lunch, drive to the yurt camp at Tulpar Kol Lake at Lenin Peak base camp (1 hour). Walk around the turquoise high alpine lake at 3,500 meters before dinner. Overnight in a yurt.

Peak Lenin Base Camp – Traveler’s Pass – Osh city

Alay Mountains - Distance: 20 km trekking

Ascent: 760 m, Descent: 760 m

After breakfast, walk 10 minutes from the yurt camp to the south and cross the bridge to Peak Lenin base camp. Pass by mountaineering company tents and take the trail to Traveler’s Pass. The trail ascends gradually, becoming steep in the last 20 minutes. Reach Traveler’s Pass at 4,100 meters and enjoy glacier views. Visit the viewpoint for a better view of Lenin Peak at 7,134 meters. Break for lunch and enjoy the scenery. Return to the yurt camp the same way. Drive back to Osh city (5 hours).

• Luggage horses
• English speaking trekking guide
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Transport from/to Osh city
• Breakfast
• Accommodation 7 nights
• Horse man

• Hotel and meals in Osh city
• Services outside of the standard program
• Tips
• Travel and health Insurance

Explore the best of the Alay Mountains on this tour and discover one of the most stunning mountain regions in the world that are still unknown…for now. This off-the-beaten-track tour combines some of the best landscapes, trekking and nomadic cultural experiences in all of Kyrgyzstan, including:

• Incredible mountain vistas at Sary Mogul (4,306 m) and Jiptick (4,185 m) mountain passes where you’ll feel as though you’ve landed on another planet.
• Stunning views of snow- and glacier-covered Lenin Peak (7,134 m), including up close from Lenin Base Camp and Traveler’s Pass (4,100 m).
• Diverse landscapes, from turquoise alpine lakes and lush green valleys to high desert moonscapes and the red rock formations of “Three Dragons Gorge”.
• Sleeping in a traditional yurt where you’ll have an opportunity to meet Kyrgyz shepherds, learn about traditional nomadic culture, and enjoy home-cooked meals.
• Community-Based Tourism. Your use of us will contribute to local communities.
• We can cusomaize the tour according to your interest

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.