Horseback Journey to Ala-Kul Lake

Day 1: Karakol – Ak-Suu Village – Arashan Valley In the morning, transfer from Karakol city to the starting point of the Arashan Valley (approximately 30 minutes). After meeting your horse guide, you will receive a short introduction to horseback riding and safety instructions. The most important thing is to stay calm and enjoy the journey. The adventure begins in the beautiful Arashan Gorge, following a comfortable dirt road with almost no traffic. Surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, you will ride through the valley for 3–4 hours until reaching the yurt camp in Arashan Valley, where you will spend the night. In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore the gorge on horseback and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the mountains. Overnight in a yurt. Day 2: Arashan Valley – Ala-Kul Pass – Arashan Valley After breakfast, start an exciting horseback ride towards the foot of Ala-Kul Pass. Here, we leave the horses and continue hiking to the top of the pass, located at an altitude of 3,860 meters above sea level. From the summit, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the legendary Ala-Kul Lake, situated at approximately 3,500 meters above sea level, surrounded by impressive mountain peaks rising over 5,000 meters. After spending time at the top and taking in the panoramic views, descend back to the horses and return to Arashan Gorge. Overnight in a yurt camp. Horse riding duration: 7–8 hours. Day 3: Arashan – Horseback Descent to Ak-Suu After breakfast, ride back through the beautiful Arashan Valley to the meeting point at the beginning of the gorge. From there, transfer back to Karakol. End of the tour. Horse riding duration: 3–4 hours.