Let’s try to conquer the mountain summits of Kyrgyzstan astride a horse. We will meet a few beautiful valleys and will ride over the picturesque passes. We will have the opportunity to enjoy the unique thermal springs – Altyn-Arashan. Also you will have the chance to stay at the traditional dwelling of Kyrgyz nomads – yurt. Join us in this 11-days horseback ride tour. Feel a real nomad!
Personnel:
The price listed above includes food, rental equipment and transportation for the personnel.
Supplier SR1416 will provide an experienced mountain guide. The guides are all well educated in trekking and mountain safety.
Supplier SR1416 will provide one horse for each client and extra horse for the luggage. The horses can carry up to 35 kilos. The horses will carry all food and camping equipment for the entire trek. Typically our clients carry a small backpack which contains water, snacks, and 1 or 2 items of clothing during the trek.
Supplier SR1416 will provide a professional mountain cook. The cook will prepare fresh and nutritious food for the trek. Please inform your cook if you are a vegetarian or have any allergies. If there are more than 7 clients, a mountain cook assistant is provided.
Climate:
Kyrgyzstan has a continental climate. The sun shines over 200 days a year. The temperature during the summer months can range from 20ºC to 40ºC between 900-2000m elevation; between 3000-4000 m the temperature ranges from 0ºC to 20ºC. In Kyrgyzstan the weather can change 3-4 times a day. Be aware sometimes you may experience rainy, snowy and sunny weather in the same day.
You need to bring:
Winter jacket, sleeping bag rated for -26ºC to 0ºC, rain gear, 2-3 pairs of wool socks, waterproof trekking boots, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen with high UV-protection, lip balm with UV-protection.
EcoTrek will provide the necessary trekking equipment:
A 2 person 3 season tent and a sleeping mat. Supplier SR1416 will also provide a kitchen for the cook and dining area for the clients to eat their meals. If client wants to stay in single tent there is a cost of €4 per day.
Food during the trek:
Breakfast: hot cereal or fried eggs, cheese, honey, bread, butter, coffee and tea.
Lunch: salads, sandwiches, fruit, coffee and tea.
Snack: cookies, coffee and tea.
Dinner: soup, second course, cheese, honey, dried fruit, bread, coffee and tea.
Insurance:
It is strongly recommended that all clients have proper insurance to cover any illnesses, helicopter evacuation and transportation to their country of origin. In the event of an emergency Supplier SR1416 will do everything in its power to assist clients. Please contact your Embassy to find the best travelers insurance policy for your stay in Kyrgyzstan.
Visa Kyrgyz Republic gives free visa to citizens of 44 countries including; EU, USA, Japan, UK, Norway, Switzerland and Brazil.
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