Horse Riding Tour to Song Kul lake
Lush meadows, rolling hills, and crystal-clear lake - all about Song Kul Lake. It offers a unique and thrilling riding experience in the spectacular mountains of the Tien Shan range. Whether you’re an experienced rider or just getting started, a trip to Song Kul is a great way to enjoy the great outdoors.
Just say "Chu!" ("Go") to your horse!
Departure is everyday.
Season: June - September
Group size: min 2 pax, max 8 pax
Activities: horse riding, short hiking
Accommodation: yurt camps
Individual dates are also available.
(≥ 8 people): $ 155 per person
≥ 6 people in the group: $ 154 per person
≥ 4 people in the group: $ 161 per person
= 2 people in the group: $ 175 per person
GUARANTEED FROM 2 PAX
Tour Program
Day 1: From Kyzart to Kilemche
Tour starts at Kyzart village where you will meet your horses and team of horseman. First, the way will ride through a small gorge called Chaar Archa. On the way, we will have a picnic by the racing river. By following the trail you will get to Kilemche Jailoo. The name means “like a carpet,” and this swathe of grass covers whole mountain ranges. Dinner and sleep will be in a nice local family’s yurt. It will be the best chance to get to know about Kyrgyz people and taste traditional foods.
🏇 4-6 hours
🏠 Yurt Camp
🍽 Lunch/Dinner
Day 2: Through mountain passes from Kilemche to Song Kul lake
In the morning, we continue our horseback riding to the Jalgyz Karagai Pass, which is 3400 meters above the sea level. On the top, there is a breathtaking view of incredible mountains and alpine beauty Song Kul Lake. Song Kul is the second biggest lake at the altitude of 3016 meters on the alpine lush meadow terrain. On the way, stop at a local nomad’s yurt to have lunch. Then ride along the shore of the lake. Perfect terrain to gallop or trot. Arrive at yurt camp and enjoy free time to wander around or take a swim at the lake. The temperature of the water cold enough to freshen up. Night and dinner will be in yurts. Song-Kul is the best place to see the sky full of stars.
🏇 4-5 hours
🏠 Yurt Camp
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 3: Back to Kyzart through Karakyia pass
This day we will go along the southern shore of the lake having the marvelous view of the snow-capped mountains. On the way we can meet friendly shepherds offering to taste their beloved traditional drink - Kymyz, fermented mare’s milk. On the way back to Kyzart, you will go via another amazing pass Kara Kyia which is 3400m above the sea level.
🏇 3 hours
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch
What’s included:
Note: This trip starts and ends in Kochkor, if you need accommodation & transfer in Kochkor and Bishkek, inform us additionally. Supplement service fee shown below.
What’s included:
- Accommodation: yurts - 2 nights
- Full board meal during the horse ride
- English-speaking guide during the tour
- Horses during the tour
- Horses for luggage
- Entrance fees
What’s not included:
- Transfers
- International air fares
- Extra horses for luggage
- Hotel charges for additional services
- Travel insurance (required)
- Personal expenses, e.g. souvenirs
- Gratuity to (guides & drivers)