Hi guys,
We are visiting Kyrgyzstan next week and plan to go trekking. We’re considering:
• Multi-day trek around Karakol
• the Sary Chelek Biosphere Reserve, if we can get to it.
• Around Arslanbob
Has anyone suggestions on which area to prioritise; possible routes, and how to access to these areas?
We have 2 weeks from mid-September and are planning on taking a tent and cooking equipment etc.
Thanks for your help.
BenV
Hi i went out to Ala Archa canyon yesterday (21km from Bishkek) and only had time for the 1km or so walk to the river but there are longer walks to the waterfalls etc but totally recommend there at the moment, esp if youre into photography of beautiful landscapes, as the autumn colours are out with poplars turned yellow and lots of other bushes around going orange and red and its really beautiful - the river is a very pretty blue
theres a hotel there and camping available
Hi,
For Karakol, I was using CBT for a multi-days trek.
The do-it yourself for Arslanbob is very easy. Bazar-Korgon is the hub for Arslanbob. A lot of possibilities for day trips. A very nice place.
Michel
Thank you, looking forward to exploring these. Has anyone ideas for multi day treks around Karakol and Sary Chelek?
Arslanbob yesterday a beautiful, amazing place. I met a CBT guy who is going to email me his address so he would be a good contact if you need.
I still recommend Ala-archa canyon from Bishkek though esp while the autumn colours are in and coming in . Really beautiful there at the moment.
For trekking, try to avoid the agencies (even the CBT) as they do not give good value for money. I advise you to buy a map and go on your own.
Best way to roam in Kyrgyzstan is to rent a car (quite cheap in Bichkek, we got on for 20$/day). Beware of the police, they ask for bribes, I paid the first time, but then I just flat out refused and want on my merry way, I did not have problems but I knew my embassy would have my back. Check with yours first.
Maps can be bought in GeoID in Bichkek (Kievskaia street).