Private Tour
2 Days Song Kul Lake tour with Horse Riding
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2 days
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Experience true nomadic living by staying in a traditional yurt, savoring authentic Kyrgyz cuisine, and riding horses across the rolling hills.
Discover Son-Kul Lake, a hidden gem nestled at 3,000 meters in the mountains of Naryn. This remote paradise offers a perfect escape into Kyrgyzstan’s untouched wilderness and nomadic traditions.
Your adventure begins with a visit to the ancient Burana Minaret, a historical monument from the Karakhanid era. From there, embark on a scenic drive through rugged terrain, passing by picturesque valleys, winding rivers, and towering mountains.
As you arrive at Son-Kul, be greeted by the serene beauty of the mountain lake, surrounded by vast alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks.
This is Kyrgyzstan at its most authentic—a journey of nature, culture, and adventure that will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Day 1: Pick up from hotel in Bishkek. Drive to Burana Ancient 11th Century minaret in Tokmok. Visit minaret, museum, petroglyph site. Lunch at popular local kattama cafe in Kemin. After lunch continue drive via Boom Gorge. Orto Tokyo water reservoir. Short stop for taking photos. Drive via picturesque valley towards Kalmak Ashu Pass. Continue to summit of the pass at 3400 mrs. Arrive to cosy nomadic yurt camp. Free time or hiking to the hills. Overnight stay in Yurt camp by the Son Kul Lake. Day 2: After Breakfast Horse riding for 2-3 hours along the hills and the lake. After lunch drive back to Kalmak Ashu pass. Kochkor then to Boom Gorge. Arrive by evening to Bishkek
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6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Stunning scenery and a magnificent guide
romanmU5929ML,Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The drive to song kul was highly adventurous, but super feasible with our excellent guide zamir. The scenery passing by was breathtaking and the car we started our journey in was very comfortable. Zamir was very attentive to us and prepared for all eventualities (rain ponchos, thermal underwear, seat sets, blankets, pillows, warm socks, etc.). The dunganese cuisine that zamir took us to was the best restaurant we could taste on our entire trip. The song kul itself is very cold but the environment has enchanted us. The traditional sleeping in a yurt was a great experience. The spontaneous dance celebration initiated by our guide was a goosebumpy moment of our trip.
Best way to discover Kyrgyzstan !
hardchoice easylife,Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zamir was our top guide during the trip. Very knowledgeable and a great ambassador for his country. Super active and dedicated to make sure your experience will be memorable !
Perfect tour to Son Kol Lake
vgucciardi123,May 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A magical trip through Son Kol with our wonderful guide Zamir - he spoke perfect English and made sure I was comfortable at all times including offering us drinks, giving us chocolate, chairs to sit on instead of the grass etc. Zamir really cares about his guests and would really recommend this tour to you!
Horseriding to Son Kul lake is an experience you will remember forever
s bastianm2021,May 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is the kind of trip you will remember the rest of your life. You will experience Kyrgyzstan in it's most pure form. My guide Zamir picked me up at my hotel in Bishkek. I already did another tour with him so I knew he speaks perfect English. Zamir is a true patriot and ambassador for his country. It took some hours to drive to Son Kul, but the views are stunning. Near Son Kul we had a perfect lunch with local food, that was prepared by the family who ownes te horses. The food was delicious. The family really made me feel at home. After Lunch we drove to the pick-up point for our horses. Then the adventure really started. We were guided by a local horse guide and of course Zamir. Driving a horse is what he loves to do most, besides fishing. You will go up the mountain, passing rivers and fields full with horses, cows and sheep. You will pass the summit at 3400 meter altitude. Best if you put on a jacket. At the summit you will see the magnificent Son Kul lake. At Son kul lake you will stay in a traditional yurt. Basic conditions? Yes, but that is what you expect. You will mix up with other tourists and of course the horse guides. We played some ball games and had diner. It gets dark soon, so we spent our night in our yurt drinking wodka. So I didn't feel cold during the night, also because we kept our clothes on. The next morning we had breakfast and rode back on our horses. Riding downhill (it's very steep at the top of the mountain) scared me a bit more than uphill, but you are well guided. Because I'm a tall guy and not very experienced with horses the horse guide guided my horse all the way up and down the mountain. Why choose this trip: - You will be sure to have an English speaking guide. The local horse guides don't speak English (or very little). Some speak a litte Russian. - The tour starts and ends at your hotel (or other point of your choosing) in Bishkek. So no worries about transportation. - You will get a true insight in nomadic life in Kyrgyzstan. - You will see landscapes that you have never seen before. - the guides will help you if you're not experienced with riding horses. Last tip: I would recommend to do this trip to Son Kul somewhere near the end of your stay in Kyrgyzstan. Because this is something so impressive.
Incredible Trip with Zamir
granta787,May 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Zamir served as an effective advisor for this trip. While the other tourists on the trip navigated it alone, I had someone to help translate, troubleshoot, and advocate for what I wanted. I wanted to make my horse run which is not something the guides typically allowed. Zamir helped negotiate this for me. The guides who take you to the lake are local and don’t speak English very well, if at all. They spoke Kyrgyz and Russian. When another traveler got separated due to a sick horse, it was Zamir who stepped to help him get back to the village safely. He didn’t just guide - he made the experience better, even rallying everyone around a bonfire that turned out to be a highlight for the group.
Amazing kyrgyza experience
AlbertoF1908,Aug 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you take a ride in Kyrgyzstan you can not miss an experience on horseback. We did 3 days in the company of Aziz who accompanied us through these fabulous mountains, as well as making us live some unforgettable adventures on horseback in the company of other local guides. A fairly spartan trip, but absolutely feasible for every healthy person.
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