A wild high-mountain horseback journey across remote alpine landscapes, glacier passes, and untouched valleys of the Kochkor region.
Format: Private / Small Group
Duration: 5 Days
Start: Bishkek
Season: Jun–Sep
Level: Moderate–Challenging
Stay: Yurt Camp (1N) + Wild Camping (3N)
Transfers: 3h to trailhead / 5–6h return
Style: High-Mountain Horseback Expedition
Distance: 82 km
Ascent: ↑ 3,520 m
Descent: ↓ 3,086 m
Altitude: 1,954 m – 3,871 m
Highest Point: Ukok Pass (3,871 m)
Meals: Full Board (B/L/D)
Level: Physically Demanding / Remote Terrain
✔ Experienced local horse guides
✔ Strong and calm mountain horses
✔ Remote alpine trails & high passes
✔ Secure wild camps
✔ Daily route & weather planning
✔ Emergency communication support
For travelers with limited time who avoid crowded tourist routes.
Ideal for adventurous riders seeking:
• Real mountain horseback experience
• High passes & panoramic ridgelines
• Untouched alpine valleys
• Authentic nomadic lifestyle
• Wild camping under open skies
Morning departure from Bishkek at 08:00 AM. Scenic drive (approx. 3 hours) to Isakeev village in the Kochkor region, where your horses and local team will be ready to welcome you.
After preparations and safety briefing, begin your horseback adventure toward the stunning alpine lake Kol-Ukok (3,050 m).
Picnic lunch en route
Gradual ascent through wide pastures and mountain valleys
First views of the turquoise lake surrounded by dramatic ridges
Arrival at a family yurt camp near the lake.
Dinner and overnight in traditional yurts.
After breakfast, continue riding along the shores of Kol-Ukok Lake before ascending toward Sary-Bel Pass.
This is a true wilderness day:
Remote high-mountain trails
Expansive alpine panoramas
No tourist infrastructure
Continue toward the base of Ukok Pass (3,870 m).
Set up a wild camp in untouched nature before the pass.
Dinner by the campfire. Overnight in tents.
Today is the highlight of the expedition.
Early morning ascent to Ukok Pass (3,870 m) — the highest point of the journey. From the top, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over endless mountain chains.
Descend into the remote and dramatic Tuura-Suu Gorge:
Steep alpine slopes
Narrow valleys
Authentic untouched landscapes
Camp in nature. Dinner and overnight in tents.
Spend a peaceful morning in the remote Ukok area. After a late breakfast, continue riding downhill through the scenic Tuura-Suu Valley.
By late afternoon, reach the valley floor where our 4×4 support vehicle awaits with fresh supplies. Enjoy a unique riverside experience with a mobile sauna — steam in the heat and cool off in the mountain river. In the evening, gather around the fire for a delicious dinner and overnight in tents under the open sky.
The final day is both exciting and rewarding. Ride back toward Kochkor through the wide and beautiful Semiz-Bel Valley. The terrain here is ideal for comfortable galloping stretches, giving you a true sense of freedom in the open landscape.
Our support vehicle follows for safety and carries all luggage, allowing you to ride light and free. After approximately 20–25 km on horseback, arrive in Kochkor Valley for a late lunch.
If time permits, transfer directly to Bishkek (approx. 3 hours) or enjoy a relaxing overnight stay in a local guesthouse.
End of the tour.
Included
• Private transfers: Bishkek → Isakeev & Tuura-Suu → Bishkek
• Professional horseback riding guide
• Local horseman support team
• Horse rental for each participant (saddle & saddlebags included)
• Pack horses for luggage transport
• Riding helmets
• Full board during the tour (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
• Camping equipment: tents & sleeping mats
• Kitchen tent and full cooking equipment
Not Included
• Hotel accommodation in Bishkek
• Personal expenses
• Any services not mentioned in the program
Single tent supplement (SNG): 60 USD per person
The tours start upon request, please contact us. The itineraries can be adjusted individually to fit into your schedule and provide you with the best experience. Furthermore, we are happy to create tailor-made tours according to your wishes.
After having solved all the questions and programs confirming we issue an invoice for payment. You can make a bank transfer or pay upon your arrival time in Bishkek before the trip starts.
Travel light. Since everything is carried by horses, bring only essentials.
Avoid hard-shell suitcases. Use a backpack or waterproof duffel bag that can be secured to the saddle.
We recommend:
Warm clothes (cold mountain evenings)
Rain jacket or poncho
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Hat or cap
Headlamp / flashlight
Personal hygiene items & medication
Power bank
Closed shoes & long pants
You will spend 1 night in traditional yurt camps hosted by local families and 2 nights camping tent.
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are included.
Yes. Extra luggage can be safely left in the car and you will get it on the last day before depature to Bishkek
Yes — if you follow the guide’s instructions carefully.
Riding takes place in remote mountain terrain, so discipline and attention are essential.
Mount and dismount from the left side only
Never stand directly behind a horse
Ride in single line, no overtaking
Keep 1.5–2 meters distance between horses
No phone use or filming while riding
No alcohol before or during the tour
Immediately inform your guide. The route can be adjusted if necessary for safety reasons.
Children from 15 years old can join short rides.
Yes. Horses are carefully selected, well-trained, and monitored by experienced local horsemen.
Your participation directly supports local nomadic families.
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