About
Your gateway to stunning mountain treks and hot springs.
Why go
- Gateway to some of the country's best mountain adventures
- Swiss-level alpine scenery for a fraction of the cost
- Hiking trails are incredible, felt like a fairytale
Must try
- Hike to Ala-Kul Lake
- Jeti-Ögüz Gorge
- Altyn Arashan
- Hot springs
- Ashlyan Fu
Pro tips
- Take a local bus to the Karakol National Park
- Rent camping and hiking gear for pretty cheap
- Hire a local driver
- Take a marshrutka to Altyn Arashan
- Book accommodation in advance
Good to know
- Cash is king outside Bishkek
- Cards barely work once you leave the city
- ATMs get rare in the mountains
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Rating
4.2 / 5