Private Tour
Horse trek in Kyrgyzstan: Naryn to Kel-Suu lake
Overview
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144 hours
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Explore this magnificent Kel Suu Lake surrounded by rocky walls of Koll Too Mountains of big Tian Shan Mountain Range. This alpine lake standing at 3500 meters stretches about 10 km through narrow mountain gorge towards the Chinese border. The vast and lush valleys of Ak Say Valley and craggy peaks of At Bashy Range on the way gives a sense of Awe. Look up at millions of stars in the night sky blinking in a close distance. Some travelers claim it Must Go destination across the country.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Bishkek to Naryn
Accommodations
Overnight in a family-run homestay
Food and Drinks
DINNER
Dinner
Naryn
Driving distance/time: 315 km / 4 hours Transfer from Bishkek city to the Naryn city. Start the trip on a scenic paved road once used to be the main transport road on The Great Silk Road. The road goes through a nice Boom Gorge over picturesque. Night and dinner in the guest house.
Towards the foot of Bogoshty Pass
Accommodations
Overnight in a tent
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Riding distance/time: 7.0 km, 3 hours Transfer to starting point of horse trek in Birinchi May village. Meet your team and get some riding instructions. We head up to the foot of Bogoshty Pass through the lush and scenic valley with spruce trees covering the mountain slopes. Cross the gushing rivers fed by the glaciers. Arrival around lunch time and set your tents. This is not a big riding day and good for a start.
To Ak Sai Valley over Bogoshty Pass
Accommodations
Overnight in a tent
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Ak-Sai Glacier
Riding distance/time: 30 km, 7 hours Start your riding. A trail climbs southwest between craggy mountain walls to the summit Bogoshty Pass standing at 3928 m. Great Accomplishment. Enjoy the views of stunning towering glaciated peaks of At Bashy Range on the pass. Descend the pass overlooking an impressive and vast Ak Sai Valley. Arrival at the campsite and set up your tents near the roaring Ak Sai River.
To Kok-Kiya Valley
Accommodations
Overnight in a yurt camp
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Kok-Kiya Valley
Riding distance/time: 25 km / 6 hours After breakfast, we head on to Kok Kiya Valley where our yurt camp is located. We ride through the rolling hills of Ak Say Valley. Lunch en route. Take a photo of grazing sheep and yaks in the valley. Continue direction to the yurt camp Kok-Kyia following the mountain’s trail. Arrival at yurt camp and be accommodated. Nice home-cooked dinner after a long day of riding.
To Kel Suu Lake – Naryn City
Accommodations
Overnight in a family-run guesthouse
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Kel-Suu Lake
Riding distance/time: 12 km / 3 hours, No rush on this day. Experience morning life of nomads busy with milking cows and baking bread. After a nice breakfast with fresh cream, we mount on our horses and ride to Kel Suu Lake along a small stream running along the trail. We ride up to the hill and see the highlight of our tour. The jaw-dropping view of alpine lake Kell Suu opens up. Enjoy your day walking around and taking photos. We return to our yurt camp for lunch and say goodbye to our host. Transfer to Naryn city. Accommodation in a homestay.
To Bishkek city
Accommodations
Overnight/Accommodation is not included
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Transfer to Bishkek city. Arrival at lunchtime and accommodation at your hotel.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Cook
English speaking guide
Equipment: (Tent, mat, cooking dishes, gas etc)
Horseman + Horses
Hotels in Bishkek
Health insurance
Sleeping bags
Bottled water
Meals in Bishkek
Pickup points
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Horse trek in Kyrgyzstan: Naryn to Kel-Suu lake
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Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
First-Time Riders, Incredible Experience
Happiness742740,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a horse trek with Visit Alay toward the end of the season and had an incredible experience over the 6 days. Our small group of 6 bonded quickly, and the whole trip felt peaceful, authentic, and beautifully rugged. Huge shout-out to Sanjar, our guide. He was helpful, funny, and knowledgeable, and as first-time riders he made us feel completely safe. Under his guidance we even learned to trot and try a quick gallop — something we never expected to do. The scenery was truly epic, from wide valleys to high mountain passes, and everyone we met along the way was warm and kind. Nights got a bit cold, but the yurts were cozy and welcoming. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I'm grateful for and well worth the cost.
Amazing! 🥇
Alexandre G,,Jun 20, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have nothing else to say but WOW! This trek is amazing, great views and the most lovely people met along the way. I had the chance to have Alibek as a guide, such a great guy! I highly recommend this horse trek According to the locals, the best time of the year to do it is from july to august.
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