Discover Tajikistan’s Seven Lakes on a private day trip from Samarkand. Enjoy hassle-free travel with an English-speaking guide and lunch included.
- Samarkand - Pickup from a hotel or designated location and transfer to Jartepa border
- Jartepa chegara bojxona posti - Cross the Tajik border, meet your guide and driver, and proceed to Haftkul
- Khaft Kul - The journey to the lowest lake, Nezhigon, at an altitude of 1,640 meters, is mesmerizing. Named after the Tajik word for “eyelashes,” the reason behind its name remains unclear. Nezhigon is famous for its vibrant colors, which change with the light and seasons, appearing turquoise, blue, or even purple.
- Khaftkul Valley - Soya Lake, named after the Tajik word for “shadow,” is nestled between high cliffs that keep it shaded most of the day. Like Nezhigon, Soya Lake’s water changes color based on the weather and time of day.
- Khaftkul Valley - Gushor, the third lake, is 400 meters from Soya. A turbulent stream connects the two lakes. All three lakes are called “watchful.” Gushor Lake is surrounded by steep cliffs and was once home to poisonous snakes, which is how it got its name.
- Khaftkul Valley - Nofin, the fourth lake, is long and narrow, stretching over 2.5 kilometers in length but only about 200 meters wide. “Nofin” means “umbilical cord,” as it is the central lake among the seven and resembles an umbilical cord. Local legends add to its mystique. Enjoy a lunch break by the lake before continuing.
- Khaftkul Valley - Khurdak, meaning “baby,” is the smallest of the Seven Lakes. It is 1.5 kilometers from Nofin Lake, and along the way, you can see the village of Padrut.
- Khaftkul Valley - Lake Marguzor is the largest and possibly the most beautiful of the Seven Lakes. The vast blue water against the majestic mountains creates a breathtaking scene. Petroglyphs from primitive people have been found on its shore, and semiprecious stones were mined here in the Middle Ages. Today, a small village is located at the southern end of the lake, with houses scattered on the slopes. Local legends and fairytales add to its charm.
- Seventh of the seven lakes (Haft-Kul) - Hazorchashma, the seventh and highest lake, is at an altitude of about 2,400 meters. “Hazorchashma” means “thousand springs,” as it is fed by two rivers and numerous streams and springs. Hazorchashma marks the end of the Shing River gorge, beyond which there are no more settlements, only the wildlife of the Fan Mountains.
- Jartepa chegara bojxona posti - Drive to the border with a Tajik guide/driver, cross the Tajik border
- Samarkand - Cross the Uzbek border and return to your starting point
- Private transportation
- English or Russian Speaking Guide in Tajikistan
- Lunch
- Online Tajikistan visa $30, pls apply minimum 7 days before the tour online
- German or French speaking licensed guide in Tajikistan $40/group
- Tips for guide & driver
While in Samarkand, don’t miss the opportunity to venture into Tajikistan and visit the stunning group of mountain lakes known as the Seven Lakes. With private transport, an English-speaking guide, and lunch arranged, your visit will be hassle-free, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy the beauty of the lakes. Make sure to obtain your visa ahead of time for a seamless journey. Round-trip transfers from your Samarkand hotel are included for ease of travel.
Explore the Khaftkul Valley and all seven lakes in one tour, ensuring your cameras are charged for some breathtaking photographs. Enjoy the tour with just your private group, enhancing your experience.
- not recommended for children below 6 years old
- Depending on border crossing and road condition visits to all 7 lakes can be curtailed to ensure timely return to starting point, no refunds will be offered for this.
- Mountain not asphalted road
- A multiple entry Uzbekistan visa or visa waiver is required to re-enter Uzbekistan with this tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
