{"id":22800,"date":"2021-04-02T17:37:55","date_gmt":"2021-04-02T15:37:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/?page_id=22800"},"modified":"2026-09-11T06:18:09","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T04:18:09","slug":"lake-song-kul","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/overlanding-off-road-trip\/kyrgyzstan\/lake-song-kul\/","title":{"rendered":"Song Kul Lake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section pac-dtocm-exclude preset--module--divi-section--505402cb-d90a-4b4f-8611-06a9369b7b6b\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--2d95c5c8-d1df-447f-a86b-34caf3964538\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--45d90a7d-78b9-4f54-bfb2-fc9c5a09678e\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1>Visit Lake Song-Kul in Kyrgyzstan<\/h1>\n<h2>The different access routes (4x4, motorbike, van and bicycle) and our tips for organising a horseback trek to Song Kol lake<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row et_animated preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Perched at an altitude of 3,016 m, nestled in green scenery surrounded by mountains, <strong>Lake Song-Kul is without doubt one of the most beautiful lakes in Kyrgyzstan<\/strong>. Popular with visitors for its turquoise-blue waters and its shores dotted with horses and yurts in summer, Lake Song-Kul is now one of the country's must-see destinations.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, you will find valuable information on the <strong>different ways to access the lake: by road<\/strong> (by van, 4x4, motorbike or bicycle),<strong> on horseback or on foot<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you're planning a trip by van, 4x4, motorbike or bicycle in Kyrgyzstan, <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/overland-adventure-off-road-book\/explore-kyrgyzstan-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our book EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN<\/a>\u00a0will be a great help to you<\/li>\n<li>If you would like to rent a vehicle (4x4, van, motorbike or bicycle) or find a guide for a horseback trek in Kyrgyzstan, here are <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-kyrgyzstan\/\">our recommendations here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_5 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/overland-adventure-off-road-book\/explore-kyrgyzstan-travel-guide\/\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/travel-guidebook-explore-kyrgyzstan-eng-700x500px.jpg\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/travel-guidebook-explore-kyrgyzstan-eng-700x500px.jpg 700w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/travel-guidebook-explore-kyrgyzstan-eng-700x500px-480x343.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 700px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-233130\" alt=\"kyrgyzstan travel guide central asia roadbook silk road\" title=\"guide-de-voyage-explore-kirghizistan-fr-700x500px\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/olivia-victor-ountravela-avatar.png\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/olivia-victor-ountravela-avatar.png 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/olivia-victor-ountravela-avatar-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-35185\" title=\"olivia-victor-ountravela-avatar\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_3 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h4>Hello! Nous c'est Olivia &amp; Victor, les auteurs des guides OunTravela.<\/h4>\n<p>Au fil des ann\u00e9es, notre passion pour l\u2019aventure nous a conduit \u00e0 cr\u00e9er des <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/categorie-produit\/guide-aventure-road-book\/\">guides de voyage<\/a> originaux vendus dans plus de 70 pays dans le monde. Notre mission est de diffuser une philosophie de voyage bas\u00e9e sur <strong>l\u2019aventure, la libert\u00e9, l\u2019improvisation et l\u2019exploration<\/strong>. Nos guides inspirent les voyageurs \u00e0 explorer les chemins oubli\u00e9s de ce monde \u00e0 la rencontre du sauvage et des civilisations.<\/p>\n<p>On esp\u00e8re que cet article, bas\u00e9 sur notre propre exp\u00e9rience, vous sera utile.<\/p>\n<p><em> Bonne lecture !\u00a0<\/em><em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><ul class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_0 et_pb_social_media_follow clearfix et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><li class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_network_0 et_pb_social_media_follow_network et_pb_social_icon et_pb_social_network_link et-social-facebook et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/OunTravela\/\" class=\"icon\" title=\"Follow on Facebook\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_network_name\">Follow<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_network_1 et_pb_social_media_follow_network et_pb_social_icon et_pb_social_network_link et-social-instagram et_pb_module 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data-alh=\"off\" data-ds=\"open\" data-dst=\"open\" data-dsp=\"open\"><div class=\"pac_dtoc_title_area click_on click_tablet_on click_phone_on\"><div role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" id=\"pac_dtocm_title\" class=\"pac_dtoc_title\">Contents<\/div><button class=\"pac_dtoc_icon_responsive\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pac_dtoc_body\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><div class=\"pac_dtoc_opened_icon et-pb-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">2<\/div><div class=\"pac_dtoc_closed_icon et-pb-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">3<\/div><\/button><\/div><div role=\"navigation\" aria-labelledby=\"pac_dtocm_title\" class=\"pac_dtoc_body_area inside\"><div class=\"divi_table_of_contents\" role=\"tree\"><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_2\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#LakeSongKulamustseeinKyrgyzstan\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#LakeSongKulamustseeinKyrgyzstan\" id=\"LakeSongKulamustseeinKyrgyzstan_toc_headding\">Lake Song-Kul, a must-see in Kyrgyzstan<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#AccessingLakeSongKulbyroadvan44motorbikeorbicycle\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#AccessingLakeSongKulbyroadvan44motorbikeorbicycle\" id=\"AccessingLakeSongKulbyroadvan44motorbikeorbicycle_toc_headding\">Accessing Lake Song-Kul by road (van, 4x4, motorbike or bicycle)<\/a><\/div><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_3\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#MoldoAshuuPass3346m\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#MoldoAshuuPass3346m\" id=\"MoldoAshuuPass3346m_toc_headding\">Moldo Ashuu Pass (3346m)<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#KaraKecheAshuuPass3384m\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#KaraKecheAshuuPass3384m\" id=\"KaraKecheAshuuPass3384m_toc_headding\">Kara-Keche Ashuu Pass (3384m)<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#KalmakAshuuPass3446m\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#KalmakAshuuPass3446m\" id=\"KalmakAshuuPass3446m_toc_headding\">Kalmak Ashuu Pass (3446m)<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#TerskeyTorpokPassorthePassofthe33Parrots3132m\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#TerskeyTorpokPassorthePassofthe33Parrots3132m\" id=\"TerskeyTorpokPassorthePassofthe33Parrots3132m_toc_headding\">Terskey Torpok Pass, or the Pass of the 33 Parrots (3132m)<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#TjibelAshuuPass3227m\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#TjibelAshuuPass3227m\" id=\"TjibelAshuuPass3227m_toc_headding\">Tjibel Ashuu Pass (3227m)<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#NO\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#NO\" id=\"NO_toc_headding\"><\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#TuzAshuuPass3228m\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#TuzAshuuPass3228m\" id=\"TuzAshuuPass3228m_toc_headding\">Tuz Ashuu Pass (3228m)<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#HorsebackridingatLakeSongKulinKyrgyzstan\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#HorsebackridingatLakeSongKulinKyrgyzstan\" id=\"HorsebackridingatLakeSongKulinKyrgyzstan_toc_headding\">Horseback riding at Lake Song-Kul in Kyrgyzstan<\/a><\/div><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_3\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#TimurthebestguideforatrektoLakeSongKul\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#TimurthebestguideforatrektoLakeSongKul\" id=\"TimurthebestguideforatrektoLakeSongKul_toc_headding\">Timur, the best guide for a trek to Lake Song-Kul<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Howtofindhorses\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Howtofindhorses\" id=\"Howtofindhorses_toc_headding\">How to find horses?<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#SleepingatLakeSongKulyurtorcampingout\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#SleepingatLakeSongKulyurtorcampingout\" id=\"SleepingatLakeSongKulyurtorcampingout_toc_headding\">Sleeping at Lake Song-Kul: yurt or camping out?<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#LakeSongKulinwinter\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#LakeSongKulinwinter\" id=\"LakeSongKulinwinter_toc_headding\">Lake Song-Kul in winter<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#NosarticlesdeblogsurleKirghizistan\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#NosarticlesdeblogsurleKirghizistan\" id=\"NosarticlesdeblogsurleKirghizistan_toc_headding\">Nos articles de blog sur le Kirghizistan<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-pays-couv-ext-eng-1.jpg\" width=\"591\" height=\"319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-pays-couv-ext-eng-1.jpg 591w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-pays-couv-ext-eng-1-480x259.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 591px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-233875\" alt=\"kyrgyzstan, a landlocked country in the heart of central asia\" title=\"kyrgyzstan map central asia\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Lake Song-Kul, a must-see in Kyrgyzstan<\/h2>\n<div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 205px; top: 60.9062px;\">\n<div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Surrounded by lush pastures and snow-capped peaks, the azure-blue waters of Lake Song-Kul are breathtakingly beautiful. Lake Song-Kul also offers a true <strong>immersive experience in Kyrgyz culture<\/strong>. Here you can discover pastoral life across vast grasslands surrounded by mountains.<strong> A land of hiking, of <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-kyrgyzstan\/horseback-riding-guided-tours\/\">horseback trekking<\/a> and encounters with nomadic life<\/strong>, Lake Song-Kul is therefore one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Kyrgyzstan.<\/p>\n<p>At 29 km long and 18 km wide, Lake Song-Kul is the <strong>second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan<\/strong>. <strong>The marshy and peaty areas surrounding the lake's fresh water are precious for many bird species<\/strong>. Some migratory birds, such as the bar-headed goose, come from the Himalayas and stay there for a short period. Even though the development of tourism brings a significant new source of income for semi-nomadic herders, the lake and its lush meadows still play an important role in their livelihood. For millennia, and still today, the lake is also a <strong>major spiritual site<\/strong>. Considered sacred, many Kyrgyz people come to the lake to pray.<\/p>\n<p>Song-Kul lies in a <strong>sedimentary basin surrounded by mountain ranges<\/strong>. The lake is fed by rivers flowing down from the mountains and drains, at its south-eastern tip, into the Kokjerty river, along which lies the waterfall of the same name.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_image_3 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-1.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\" alt=\"horseback trek at lake song-kul\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-1.jpg\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-1-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22180\" alt=\"horseback trek at lake song-kul\" title=\"lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-1\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Accessing Lake Song-Kul by road (van, 4x4, motorbike or bicycle)<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Suspended at an altitude of 3016m, Lake Song-Kul is surrounded by mountains. If you want to reach the lake by road, there are <strong>several routes through the mountains<\/strong>. These tracks are more or less well maintained and cross mountain passes above 3000m in altitude. The lake is therefore <strong>rarely accessible before June<\/strong> because of the snow blocking access to the passes!<\/p>\n<p><span><strong>One track allows you to go around the lake<\/strong>. On the south-eastern shore of the lake, it is a corrugated dirt track in very good condition. On the north-western side, however, the track is earthen and can quickly become muddy and difficult in bad weather. Only off-road vehicles will be able to access it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The map below shows the various routes around Lake Song-Kul, including the tracks from the <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/overland-adventure-off-road-book\/explore-kyrgyzstan-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN book<\/a>. You can get the complete foldable A2 map of Kyrgyzstan <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/plan-and-tourist-map\/kyrgyzstan-travel-a2-foldable-maps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_pb_row_3-4_1-4 et_block_row et_block_row_3-4_1-4 et_animated preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_4 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-song-kul-kirghizistan-06.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\" alt=\"map of the Song-Kul region taken from the EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN book\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-song-kul-kirghizistan-06.jpg\" width=\"1346\" height=\"879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-song-kul-kirghizistan-06.jpg 1346w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-song-kul-kirghizistan-06-1280x836.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-song-kul-kirghizistan-06-980x640.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-song-kul-kirghizistan-06-480x313.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1346px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22364\" alt=\"map of the Song-Kul region taken from the EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN book\" title=\"carte-song-kul-kirghizistan-06\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_10 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_5 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/plan-and-tourist-map\/kyrgyzstan-travel-a2-foldable-maps\/\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-pliable-ENG-cover-site.jpg\" width=\"234\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-pliable-ENG-cover-site.jpg 234w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/carte-pliable-ENG-cover-site-140x300.jpg 140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 234px) 100vw, 234px\" class=\"wp-image-233826\" alt=\"map of kyrgyzstan tourist sites relief and permit zone\" title=\"carte-pliable-FR-cover-site\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/plan-and-tourist-map\/kyrgyzstan-travel-a2-foldable-maps\/\">Buy the map<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Each of these routes is presented in detail in the book <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/overland-adventure-off-road-book\/explore-kyrgyzstan-travel-guide\/\">EXPLORE KYRGYZSTAN<\/a> in particular the difficulty levels. To sum up, the routes via the Moldo (<strong>track 17<\/strong>) and Kalmak passes are well-maintained tracks, accessible to all types of vehicles. The routes via the Kara Keche and Terskey-Torpok passes (<strong>track 15<\/strong>) are more degraded with significant elevation changes. Even though we saw cars driving there, you'll be more comfortable with a vehicle that has high ground clearance. Finally, the routes via the Tjibel and Tuz passes (<strong>track 16<\/strong>) are reserved exclusively for 4x4 vehicles, mountain bikes and trail motorbikes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><span>Moldo Ashuu Pass (3346m)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The tight hairpin bends of the Moldo Ashuu pass (3,346 m) are impressive, but fortunately the track is well maintained! 800 m of descent over 11 km from the 1st bend. Be careful if you're on two wheels, as the road surface can be slippery due to gravel. Cyclists will need to hold on tight! The view over the valley is stunning.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_6 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-5.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\" alt=\"Moldo Ashuu pass towards Lake Song Kul\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-5.jpg\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-5.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-5-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-5-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22203\" alt=\"Moldo Ashuu pass towards Lake Song Kul\" title=\"lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-5\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><span>Kara-Keche Ashuu Pass (3384m)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The track to the Kara-Keche pass is stony but well maintained due to the presence of a coal mine.<\/p>\n<h3><span>Kalmak Ashuu Pass (3446m)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Access to the Kalmak Ashuu pass is the easiest of all. It is a well-maintained stony track. We saw cars driving on this track.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_15 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_7 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-6.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-6.jpg\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-6-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-6-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22206\" title=\"lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-6\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_16 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><span>Terskey Torpok Pass, or the Pass of the 33 Parrots (3132m)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Terskey-Torpok pass (3,132 m) is also called the Trizat Tri Popugai pass, which means \u201cthe 33 parrots\u201d in Russian. This name is said to refer to the 33 bends, some of which are shaped like a parrot's beak, that lead up to the pass. The slope is steep and the bends are quite tight, but the track is fairly well maintained (stony). We recommend equipping yourself with a 4x4, even though we saw standard cars get over the pass. Cyclists will need to steel themselves, as the climb is physically demanding (550 m of ascent over 5 km). The view from the pass is exceptional.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_17 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_8 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-3.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\" alt=\"Pass of the 33 Parrots, Terskey Torpok, which gives access to Lake Song-Kul\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-3.jpg\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-3.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-3-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-3-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-3-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22194\" alt=\"Pass of the 33 Parrots, Terskey Torpok, which gives access to Lake Song-Kul\" title=\"lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-3\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_18 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><span>Tjibel Ashuu Pass (3227m)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The track over the Tjibel pass (3,227 m) is difficult and reserved for off-road vehicles and experienced drivers. It is a stony track with a steep climb over the last kilometre. Before that, the slope is gentler and follows a small green gorge. If you don't want to tackle this difficult track with your vehicle, it is possible to hire horses to cover the route on horseback.<span style=\"font-size: 23px; color: #3f2204; font-weight: bold;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_19 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_9 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-8.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\" alt=\"Tuz pass towards Lake Song Kul\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-8.jpg\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-8.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-8-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-8-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22215\" alt=\"Tuz pass towards Lake Song Kul\" title=\"lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-8\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_12 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_20 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3><\/h3>\n<h3><span>Tuz Ashuu Pass (3228m)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The climb to the Tuz pass (3,228 m) is fairly steep, but the track is in relatively good condition; however, the descent towards Lake Song-Kul is more difficult, as the track is not clearly defined. It can be muddy and slippery in the rain. It is therefore reserved for off-road vehicles and experienced drivers. Don't hesitate to stop and enjoy the incredible view of the lake from the Tuz pass! There is a path that is often used on horseback by locals and tourists, which you can venture along on foot.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_21 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_10 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-4.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\" alt=\"Tjibel pass towards Lake Song-Kul\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-4.jpg\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-4.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-4-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-4-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22200\" alt=\"Tjibel pass towards Lake Song-Kul\" title=\"lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-4\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_13 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_22 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Horseback riding at Lake Song-Kul in Kyrgyzstan<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_14 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Surrounded by vast prairies and mountains, Lake Song-Kul is <strong>one of Kyrgyzstan's top destinations for horseback trekking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Riding horses in Kyrgyzstan means immersing yourself in the age-old way of life of the Kyrgyz nomads. It's an authentic experience that lets you enjoy the wide open spaces and breathtaking landscapes the country has to offer! <strong>This activity is suitable for both beginners and experienced riders<\/strong>. Kyrgyz horses have a very calm temperament and you will generally be accompanied. Depending on what you're after, you can go on a half-day ride or set off to conquer the mountains for several days.<\/p>\n<p>Many agencies offer horseback excursions at Lake Song-Kul, <strong>usually a full three days, with two nights in a yurt<\/strong>. An experience you won't soon forget! Unfortunately, the lake is a victim of its own success. Yurt camps for tourists are taking over the shores, making the experience less authentic, and cases of horse overexploitation have been reported.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_14 et_pb_row et_pb_row_3-4_1-4 et_block_row et_block_row_3-4_1-4 preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_23 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_15 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Find all our tips for organising a horseback trek in Kyrgyzstan (basic rules, equipment, animal welfare, etc.) in this article. We also recommend a few local guides we met on the ground!<\/p>\n<div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -17px; top: -8.8px;\">\n<div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-kyrgyzstan\/horseback-riding-guided-tours\/\">Read the article<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_24 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_11 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-doigt-02.png\" width=\"903\" height=\"903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-doigt-02.png 903w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-doigt-02-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 903px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-21430\" alt=\"logo ountravela\" title=\"crocoloup-doigt-02\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_15 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_25 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_5 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_12 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/timur-horse-guide.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/timur-horse-guide.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/timur-horse-guide-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/timur-horse-guide-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1280px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-23199\" alt=\"Timur horseback guide kyrgyzstan\" title=\"Timur-horse-guide\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_26 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_16 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Timur, the best guide for a trek to Lake Song-Kul<\/h3>\n<p><span>Timur is a<strong> young Kyrgyz guide from Song-Kul<\/strong>. Ever since he was a small child, he has spent the summer with his family in a yurt camp on the north-western shore of Lake Song-Kul. He learned English through contact with the tourists he loves accompanying and guiding through the mountains that surround the lake. He can answer all your questions about Kyrgyz customs and traditions. He offers a 2- to 3-day horseback trek to Lake Song-Kul that we highly recommend: <\/span>a<strong> 100% local experience with, in our opinion, the best English-speaking guide in the region<\/strong> ! You can check prices and reviews, and contact Timur directly<a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-kyrgyzstan\/horseback-riding-guided-tours\/#timur\"> by clicking here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_2_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_2 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-kyrgyzstan\/horseback-riding-guided-tours\/#timur\">Book a trek with Timur<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_16 et_pb_row et_block_row et_animated preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_27 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_13 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-2.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\" alt=\"horseback trek at lake Song-Kul in kyrgyzstan\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-2.jpg\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-2.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-2-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-2-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-2-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22195\" alt=\"horseback trek at lake Song-Kul in kyrgyzstan\" title=\"lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-2\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_17 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>How to find horses?<\/h3>\n<p>If you're planning a horseback trek in Kyrgyzstan, you can either go through a tourism agency or rent horses from locals on the spot. You will find many local agencies organising horseback excursions at Lake Song-Kul <strong>in Kochkor or Kyzart<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>When you organise a tour with an agency, you are <strong>usually accompanied by an English-speaking guide and a \u201chorseman\u201d<\/strong> \u2014 that is, a person who deals exclusively with the horses (usually the owner of the horses). <strong>You pay a price that includes the horse rental, both attendants, your accommodation and your food for the duration of the trek<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The other option is to go directly through locals or nomads on the spot.<strong>  The number one advantage of this approach is that you pay locals directly for their service, with no middleman<\/strong>. What's more, they will probably invite you to share a meal with them or join them in their daily activities. <strong>Authentic experience guaranteed!<\/strong>  The main downside is that the horses aren't necessarily used to being ridden by beginners, which can make the experience quite physical. Also, you won't benefit from a guide's explanations about the scenery or the animals. Don't forget to set off with a French-Kyrgyz phrasebook \u2014 ours is available <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/plan-and-tourist-map\/kyrgyzstan-travel-a2-foldable-maps\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Prices for horseback treks vary a lot depending on the location and the provider<\/strong>  (international agency, local agency, private individual, etc.). With a local agency, budget around 1,000 soms per day for renting a horse, 2,500 soms per day for an English-speaking guide (1,500 soms per day for a guide who doesn't speak English).<br \/>For example, for a 3-day horseback tour with an English-speaking guide and a \u201chorse man\u201d, including two nights in a yurt and all meals, budget around 8,000 soms per person for a group of six. The price decreases as the group size increases.<\/p>\n<p>We highly recommend the 2- or 3-day tours run by Timur and his family. They live in the village of Kyzart and own two yurts on Lake Song Kul. A 100% local experience with, in our opinion, the best English-speaking guide in the region! You can check prices and reviews, and contact Timur directly <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-kyrgyzstan\/horseback-riding-guided-tours\/\">HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_17 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_28 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_18 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Sleeping at Lake Song-Kul: yurt or camping out?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_19 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>When you arrive at Song-Kul, you will probably be surprised by the number of yurts dotting the landscape. Indeed, the flip side of Lake Song-Kul's popularity is, of course, the relative loss of authenticity of its shores, <strong>overrun, in July and August, with yurt camps aimed at tourists<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Small yurt camps generally belong to semi-nomadic families. In addition to their herding activity, some families have invested in one or two yurts to host the growing number of tourists visiting the lake.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond four or five yurts, it is most likely a camp built by an agency and specially set up to host tourists. These camps can have up to 20 yurts! You will sometimes even find beds inside for extra comfort, but keep in mind that Kyrgyz people traditionally sleep on the floor on mats. <strong>We recommend approaching the small camps directly, where the welcome is generally warmer and the atmosphere more like family<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Even though these \u201ctourist\u201d yurt camps are becoming more and more numerous on the shores of the lake, <strong>it's reassuring that this type of accommodation is removable and blends perfectly into the landscape<\/strong>. If you have your own vehicle, <strong>don't leave your non-biodegradable waste with your hosts, as it will be burned or buried on site<\/strong>. Budget between 800 and 1,000 soms per person for the night and breakfast. For meals, it varies between 300 and 400 soms. Don't hesitate to negotiate if you're travelling in a group.<\/p>\n<p>For those who want to camp out, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a spot. Do watch out for the temperature change between day and night, though \u2014 you might be surprised by the cold! You might also be woken up in the morning by horses or cows! Be careful not to leave any waste behind.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_18 et_pb_row et_block_row et_animated preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_29 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_14 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-7.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\" alt=\"track towards Kara-Say, past the Kumtor gold mine. In the heart of the celestial mountains in Kyrgyzstan\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-7.jpg\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-7.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-7-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-7-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1000px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-22210\" alt=\"track towards Kara-Say, past the Kumtor gold mine. In the heart of the celestial mountains in Kyrgyzstan\" title=\"lac-song-kul-kirghizistan-7\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_19 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_30 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_20 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Lake Song-Kul in winter<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_21 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>In winter, the lake freezes with ice up to 1.2 m thick. It begins to thaw in April and disappears completely by the end of May. Fishermen come to fish in the lake during winter. It is even possible to organise a horseback trek to reach the lake in winter, but you'd better not be sensitive to the cold! The lake is very rarely accessible by vehicle in winter, due to snow blocking the passes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_20 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_31 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_22 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Nos articles de blog sur le Kirghizistan<\/h2>\n<div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 23px; top: -4.0875px;\">\n<div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_21 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_32 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child 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data-effect=\"default\" dir=\"ltr\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_0 dsm_card_carousel_child swiper-slide preset--module--dsm-card-carousel-child--61c298f2-ad76-4a9d-bd83-a6a570082d95\"><div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"><figure\n\t\t\tclass=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_wrapper dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_preset dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_top_right\"  >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_background dsm_card_carousel_child_img\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"et_overlay et_pb_inline_icon dsm-icon dsm_show_hover_overlay\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_text\">Kirghizistan<\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\t\n\t\t <div class=\"dsm_card_wrapper et_pb_bg_layout_light\"  >\n\t\t    <h4 class=\"dsm_card_title\">Road trip au Kirghizistan<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_description\"><p><span>Tous nos conseils pour organiser un road trip au Kirghizistan: itin\u00e9raire, choix du v\u00e9hicule, budget, infos g\u00e9n\u00e9rales sur le pays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/off-road-trip-4x4-moto\/kirghizistan\/\"><span>Lire l'article<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_1 dsm_card_carousel_child swiper-slide preset--module--dsm-card-carousel-child--61c298f2-ad76-4a9d-bd83-a6a570082d95\"><div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"><figure\n\t\t\tclass=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_wrapper dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_preset dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_top_right\"  >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_background dsm_card_carousel_child_img\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"et_overlay et_pb_inline_icon dsm-icon dsm_show_hover_overlay\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_text\">Kirghizistan<\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\t\n\t\t <div class=\"dsm_card_wrapper et_pb_bg_layout_light\"  >\n\t\t    <h4 class=\"dsm_card_title\">10 conseils avant de partir<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_description\"><p><span>Nos 10 meilleurs conseils pour voyager au Kirghizistan: h\u00e9bergement, transport, \u00e9quipements, guides, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/off-road-trip-4x4-moto\/kirghizistan\/nos-10-conseils-voyage\/\"><span>Lire l'article<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_2 dsm_card_carousel_child swiper-slide preset--module--dsm-card-carousel-child--61c298f2-ad76-4a9d-bd83-a6a570082d95\"><div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"><figure\n\t\t\tclass=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_wrapper dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_preset dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_top_right\"  >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_background dsm_card_carousel_child_img\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"et_overlay et_pb_inline_icon dsm-icon dsm_show_hover_overlay\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_text\">Kirghizistan<\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\t\n\t\t <div class=\"dsm_card_wrapper et_pb_bg_layout_light\"  >\n\t\t    <h4 class=\"dsm_card_title\">D\u00e9couvrir le lac Song-Kul<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_description\"><p><span>Les diff\u00e9rentes voies d'acc\u00e8s au lac (4x4, van, moto, v\u00e9lo) et nos conseils pour organiser une randonn\u00e9e \u00e0 cheval ou dormir en yourte au lac Song-Kul.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/off-road-trip-4x4-moto\/kirghizistan\/lac-song-kul\/\"><span>Lire l'article<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_3 dsm_card_carousel_child swiper-slide preset--module--dsm-card-carousel-child--61c298f2-ad76-4a9d-bd83-a6a570082d95\"><div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"><figure\n\t\t\tclass=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_wrapper dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_preset dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_top_right\"  >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_background dsm_card_carousel_child_img\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"et_overlay et_pb_inline_icon dsm-icon dsm_show_hover_overlay\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_text\">Kirghizistan<\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\t\n\t\t <div class=\"dsm_card_wrapper et_pb_bg_layout_light\"  >\n\t\t    <h4 class=\"dsm_card_title\">Que faire au lac Issyk Kul?<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_description\"><p><span>D\u00e9couvrir les paysages lunaires de la rive sud, les sites historiques, les jeux nomades ou encore \u00e0 la chasse \u00e0 l'aigle. Notre top 10 des choses \u00e0 faire autour du lac Issyk Kul.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/off-road-trip-4x4-moto\/kirghizistan\/lac-issyk-kul\/\"><span>Lire l'article<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_4 dsm_card_carousel_child swiper-slide preset--module--dsm-card-carousel-child--61c298f2-ad76-4a9d-bd83-a6a570082d95\"><div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"><figure\n\t\t\tclass=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_wrapper dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_preset dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_top_right\"  >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_background dsm_card_carousel_child_img\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"et_overlay et_pb_inline_icon dsm-icon dsm_show_hover_overlay\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_text\">Kirghizistan<\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\t\n\t\t <div class=\"dsm_card_wrapper et_pb_bg_layout_light\"  >\n\t\t    <h4 class=\"dsm_card_title\">Visiter le lac Kol-Suu<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_description\"><p><span>Organiser son road-trip depuis Naryn jusqu'au Kol-Suu, faire la randonn\u00e9e \u00e0 pied ou \u00e0 cheval ? 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Tous nos conseils pour une exp\u00e9rience inoubliable!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/off-road-trip-4x4-moto\/kirghizistan\/lac-kol-suu\/\"><span>Lire l'article<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_5 dsm_card_carousel_child swiper-slide preset--module--dsm-card-carousel-child--61c298f2-ad76-4a9d-bd83-a6a570082d95\"><div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"><figure\n\t\t\tclass=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_wrapper dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_preset dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_top_right\"  >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_background dsm_card_carousel_child_img\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"et_overlay et_pb_inline_icon dsm-icon dsm_show_hover_overlay\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_text\">Kirghizistan<\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\t\n\t\t <div class=\"dsm_card_wrapper et_pb_bg_layout_light\"  >\n\t\t    <h4 class=\"dsm_card_title\">Explorer les monts c\u00e9lestes<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_description\"><p><span>Nos conseils pour explorer les Monts Tian-Shan \u00e0 moto, 4x4, van ou v\u00e9lo : le col d'Arabel, le col de Tosor ou encore Engilchek.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/off-road-trip-4x4-moto\/kirghizistan\/tian-shan-col-tosor-arabel-engilchek\/\"><span>Lire l'article<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t <\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_6 dsm_card_carousel_child swiper-slide preset--module--dsm-card-carousel-child--61c298f2-ad76-4a9d-bd83-a6a570082d95\"><div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"><figure\n\t\t\tclass=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_wrapper dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_preset dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_top_right\"  >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_image_background dsm_card_carousel_child_img\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"et_overlay et_pb_inline_icon dsm-icon dsm_show_hover_overlay\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_badge_text\">Kirghizistan<\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\t\n\t\t <div class=\"dsm_card_wrapper et_pb_bg_layout_light\"  >\n\t\t    <h4 class=\"dsm_card_title\">Tash-Rabat et Baetov<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"dsm_card_carousel_child_description\"><p><span>D\u00e9couvrez le caravans\u00e9rail de Tash-Rabat, t\u00e9moin exceptionnel de l'histoire de la Route de la soie, ainsi que les paysages extraordinaires de Baetov.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/off-road-trip-4x4-moto\/kirghizistan\/tash-rabat-baetov\/\"><span>Lire l'article<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t    <\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"swiper-button-prev dsm_card_carousel_arrow\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t <div class=\"swiper-button-next dsm_card_carousel_arrow\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-bullets swiper-pagination-clickable dsm_card_carousel_pagination\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_22 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_33 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_image_15 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-sacados-03.png\" width=\"903\" height=\"903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-sacados-03.png 903w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-sacados-03-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 903px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-21431\" title=\"crocoloup-sacados-03\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_23 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module et_pb_text_align_center preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>If you have any questions, don't hesitate to join our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/overland.kyrgyzstan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook discussion group<\/a>  dedicated to exploring Kyrgyzstan. 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