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Top 10 Valleys in Kyrgyzstan, Kyrgyzstan
Discover the best top things to do in Kyrgyzstan, Kyrgyzstan including Kok-Kiya Valley, Ak-Sai Glacier, Sary-Jaz Valley, Jyrgalan Valley, Tash Rabat, Korona Peak, Kara-Keche Pass, Alay Valley, Boom Gorge, Tosor Pass.
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1. Kok-Kiya Valley
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By NomadyTravel - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
You will reach Kok-Kiya on your way to lake Kel Suu. And this valley is a great spot for night before hiking or horse-riding to the lake. Valley offers amazing atmosphere of rocky ridges, mountain rivers, yurt camps and herds of yaks. You may spend night in local yurt camps or more-adventurous of you may camp with own equipment. If you have some hours for hiking around, definitely hike to hills over camps to enjoy the panorama of the snowy peaks over Kel Suu (Be careful when hiking off the track!). Kok-Kiya is reachable by off-road car or motorcycle, but it's recommended to be eco-friendly and hike from camps to Kel Suu lake.
2. Ak-Sai Glacier
3. Sary-Jaz Valley
4. 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!
5. 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:)
6. Korona Peak
7. Kara-Keche Pass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By guide_kyrgyzstan - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
It's a great pass if you drive from Kyzyl-Oi village to Song Kul lake though Kara-Keche pass. Certainly, it will be long way to Song-Kul (around 4-4.5h) , but it is worthy since you will see a lot of beautiful spots!!!!
8. Alay Valley
9. Boom Gorge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By mars_atlas - Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
The road has been fully renovated and is very smooth. Drive is enjoyable with huge mountains on both sides. Many roadside cafes are available for dining. There is Konorchek Canyon near the Red bridge. 2 km of a walk from the road. If you are adventurous enough you may take rafting in Boom river, which get big and bit terrifying in summer. Overall its good stop for food and taking rest if your travelling to Issyk Kul or Naryn from Bishkek.
