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2-Day Small-Group Nomadic Adventure to Song Kul Lake

By Budget Nomad Tours Kyrgyzstan
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$326 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Join our small group tour and experience the nomadic way of life on this 2-day trip through Kyrgyzstan's amazing scenery at beautiful Song Kul Lake. Ride through wide mountain fields where herds of sheep, cows, and horses roam freely, explore scenic passes and hidden waterfalls, then settle into a traditional yurt under a star-filled sky. Enjoy home-cooked meals and warm Kyrgyz hospitality on this unforgettable adventure.

Activity location

  • Bishkek
    • Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bishkek Railway Station
    • 1 Erkindik Avenue
    • 720040, Oktyabrskiy, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

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2-Day Small-Group Nomadic Adventure to Song Kul Lake
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English
Starting time: 7:00 am
Price details
AU$326.38 x 1 AdultAU$326.38

Total
Price is AU$326.38
Until Fri, 22 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedComfortable minibus with a professional driver
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission to Burana Tower
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedDinner
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedBreakfast
  • What's includedWhat's includedOvernight stay in a traditional yurt camp
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAlcoholic drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch on the second day
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHorse riding in Song Kul Lake
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Bishkek - Burana Tower - Orto Tokoy - Kalmak Ashuu Pass - Song Kul Lake
  • 6 stops
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Yurt Camp in Song Kul Lake(3-5 people per yurt)
Bishkek
  • 30m
Meet your guide and fellow travellers at 7:00 AM at the designated meeting point in Bishkek. After a short introduction, board a comfortable minibus and begin your journey towards Song Kul Lake, passing through diverse landscapes along the way.
Burana Tower
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The first stop is Burana Tower, a historic Silk Road minaret dating back to the 11th century. Climb to the top for panoramic views of the valley, explore the open-air museum of ancient stone balbals (carvings), and learn about the tower’s history from your guide. This stop offers a fascinating glimpse into Kyrgyzstan’s rich cultural past.
Orto-Tokoy Water Reservoir
  • 15m
Pause for a short photo stop at Orto-Tokoy Reservoir, the first artificial lake in Kyrgyzstan. Enjoy the serene mountain backdrop and crystal-clear waters, offering a moment to take in the beauty of the region.
Kochkor
  • 30m
Arrive in Kochkor, a charming town known for its warm hospitality. Enjoy a traditional lunch at a family-run guesthouse, where you’ll get a taste of authentic Kyrgyz home-cooked cuisine before continuing your journey.
Kalmak-Ashuu
  • 3h
The adventure continues as we ascend the breathtaking Kalmak Ashuu Pass, reaching an altitude of 3,446 metres. As you make your way up, you’ll see shepherds tending to their livestock, with flocks of sheep and herds of horses grazing on vast pastures. This is a perfect opportunity to witness traditional Kyrgyz nomadic life, unchanged for centuries. Enjoy a photo stop at the top of the pass, where sweeping views of rolling meadows, yurts, and livestock create an unforgettable scene.
Song Kol Lake
  • 1h
Arrive at Song Kul Lake around 5 PM, where you’ll check into a traditional yurt camp. Experience Kyrgyz nomadic hospitality, enjoy a home-cooked dinner, and soak in the peaceful atmosphere of the lake. As night falls, step outside to witness a breathtaking sky full of stars, far from city lights.
Day 2: Song Kul Lake - 33 Parrots Pass - Waterfall - Bishkek
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Song Kol Lake
  • 2h
Wake up to the crisp mountain air and the distant sounds of horses neighing and sheep grazing nearby. Enjoy a traditional breakfast before choosing your morning activity—either horseback riding across the open pastures, just as the nomads do, or a scenic hike to panoramic viewpoints of the lake.
33 Parrots Waterfall
  • 2h
At 12 PM, depart from the yurt camp and take a different return route through the famous 33 Parrots Pass. This serpentine pass winds through breathtaking alpine scenery, offering stunning panoramic views. After descending from 33 Parrots Pass, make a stop at the hidden waterfall at the base of Song Kul Lake. Formed by the lake’s runoff, this picturesque waterfall is a perfect place to take in the refreshing mountain air and capture some unforgettable photos before continuing your journey.
Kochkor
  • 1h
Stop in Kochkor for a hearty lunch, enjoying more of Kyrgyzstan’s traditional cuisine. Before heading back, visit a local souvenir shop, where you can browse and purchase handmade felt rugs, embroidery, and other Kyrgyz crafts—many inspired by the nomadic lifestyle and the animals that sustain it.
Bishkek
  • 3h
After a scenic journey back, arrive in Bishkek, where the tour concludes with a drop-off at the original meeting point, leaving you with unforgettable memories of nomadic traditions, stunning landscapes, and a deep connection to Kyrgyzstan’s wilderness.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBishkek
    • Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBishkek Railway Station
    • 1 Erkindik Avenue
    • 720040, Oktyabrskiy, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

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