Kyrgyzstan
This tour is a three-day hike in the Ala Archa National Park, perfect for those who want adventure and wilderness. This ascension will show you an important variety of landscapes, with forests, rivers, waterfalls and glaciers, up to the summit of Uchitel, at around 4540m (14885ft) altitude. Are you up for the challenge?
Day 1The green mountains of Ala Archa
Day 1The green mountains of Ala Archa
Your guide will pick you up at 8 a.m. in the lobby of your hotel. We head towards Ala Archa National Park, a natural reserve with high, steep peaks, located 40 km (25 miles) south of Bishkek.
We start our hike at the base camp, located at 2200m (7218ft) above sea level. We start our walk in a beautiful pine forest, until we reach the magnificent Ak-Sai waterfall, where we stop for lunch. Then we continue our way on a steep, rocky slope up to the Ratsek hut, at 3200m (10499ft). This is where we’ll set our camp.
Day 2Summiting Peak Uchitel
Day 2Summiting Peak Uchitel
After an energetic breakfast, we take our hiking poles and go off to a day of adventures. Our goal for the day is to reach the Uchitel Peak. The trail is difficult, steep and rocky. We walk accurately and slowly. Step by step, we gain in altitude and reach the snow. The 1200m that separate us from the summit require acclimatization, so we do not rush. Finally, at the summit, you’ll be breath-taken by a panoramic view on the Tian Shan mountains and their glaciers.
After this moment of unity with nature, we head back towards our camp. The way back will be accompanied by an amazing view on the glaciers.
Day 3On the way back
Day 3On the way back
Before heading back to the capital of Kyrgyzstan, we take some time to enjoy nature. You can go explore the moraine.
After heading back down to the base camp, we leave the mountains for Bishkek. Drop-off at your hotel where you can rest.
