YUKHIN PEAK IN 8 DAYS

Day 1: Osh – Kozho-Kelen

Welcome to Osh. See you either at the airport or your hotel, and heading to Kozho-Kelen village. The beauty of Kyrgyz nature starts immediately as you witness the exotic mountains, herbs, and flowers. The road will take you along the Papan reservoir, the main source of drinking and irrigation water in Osh. After 3.5 hours of driving, you will reach the Kozho-Kelen (2230 meters). A welcoming lunch will be waiting for you upon arrival, before you head out for an acclimatization hike (2-3 hours). You will visit the Blue Grot and the waterfall. Return to the guest house for dinner and overnight.

• Accommodation type: homestays with shared rooms and traditional floor mattress beds; hot shower and water running toilets
• Food: homemade lunch and dinner at the guesthouse
• Electricity and network: electricity is available, mobile network (megacom) and wifi
• Driving distance: 95 km, 3 hours
• Ascend/descend: 2260/1050 meters
• Highest and lowest points: 2230/980 meters
• Overnight altitude: 2230 meters 

Day 2: Kozho-Kelen – Koshmoinok village 

Start your journey on the slopes of the beautiful Cretaceous mountains of Kichik-Alai (Minor Alay Mountains). You will cross the Sary-Bel Pass (3150m) and walk to the camp in Kosh-Moinok. The term stands for “Two Pastures,” reflecting the pastoral nature of local landscapes and people. The area is renowned for its stunning mountain scenery, which offers peace and tranquility. 

• Accommodation type: shared yurt stays with traditional floor mattress beds; solar shower and flush toilets
• Food: lunch on the route and dinner made by yurt hosts.
• Electricity and network: not available
• Trekking distance: 12 km, 7-8 hours
• Ascend/descend: 1010/350 meters
• Highest and lowest points: 3130/2190 meters
• Overnight altitude: 2822 meters 

Day 3: Kosh-Moinok to yurt camp before the Sary-Mogol pass.

After a little passage from Kyzyl-Chara, there is a small village called Sary-Mogul. From here, we will head to the south, going along the mountain river surrounded by cliffs, subalpine, and alpine meadows. All this represents the rich diversity of Kyrgyz landscapes. Besides the nature, you will hear the crying marmots and birds singing. You will see the big birds like the vultures, golden eagles, owls, and hawks floating in the sky. As the area is also inhabited by mammals such as wolves, foxes, badgers, wild boars, mountain goats, and jackals, you may find their traces.

Relax upon arrival at the yurt camp.

• Accommodation type: homestays with shared rooms and traditional floor mattress beds; water running toilets
• Food: lunch boxes along the route and dinner at the yurt camp
• Electricity and network: not available
• Trekking distance: 18 km, 7 hours
• Ascend/descend: 1490/820 meters
• Highest and lowest points: 3495/2412 meters
• Overnight altitude: 3458 meters 

Day 4: Sary-Mogol Pass (4300m) — Sary-Mogol Town (2970m)

Today, you are about to challenge your body and spirit and conquer a steep pass. It is not a long distance, but the pass takes time. You will blend with an incredible landscape, feel the sky, and the height of the Pamir-Alay. As you will finally ascend the Sary-Mogol Pass (4300 meters), you will see four rocky lakes (Besh-Kol) and the natural channels that connect the lakes. After descending from the pass, you will come to a shepherd’s yurt, from where the car will drive you to the Sary-Mogol town.

• Accommodation type: guesthouse with double, twin, and single beds, hot showers  and water running toilets
• Food: lunch boxes along the route and dinner at the guesthouse
• Electricity and network: electricity is available, mobile network, and wifi
• Trekking distance: 14 km, 6 hours
• Driving distance: 17 km, 1 hour
• Ascend/descend: 770/930 meters
• Highest and lowest points: 4270/3354 meters
• Overnight altitude: 2976 meters 

Day 5: Tulpar-Kol Lake – Panorama Peak – Tulpar-Kol Lake

After breakfast, the driver will take you to the yurt camp at Tulpar-Kol Lake (1 hour driving). Leave your bags and walk to Panorama. There you will enjoy a fabulous view of the lakes and the Alay Valley. Return to the yurt camp for an overnight.

• Accommodation type: yurtcamp with twin, double, and single beds available, solar-heated water showers, and water running toilets
• Food: lunchboxes and dinner at the yurtcamp 
• Electricity and network: solar powered electricity for phone chargers, mobile network (megacom, o!, beeline), and 5g wifi
• Driving distance: 22 km, 40 minutes
• Trekking distance: 11 km, 4 hours (excluding lunch and breaks)
• Ascend/descend: 3390/3670 meters
• Highest and lowest points: 4100/3500 meters
• Overnight altitude: 3500 meters 

Day 6: Walk to the advanced camp

Embark on a journey from Tulpar-Kol Lake. Hit the breathtaking Traveler’s Pass on your way, standing at an altitude of 4120 meters. After 6–7 hours of hiking, you will finally arrive at Advanced Camp, also known as Camp 1, situated at 4400m above sea level.

The camp is situated in a cold, snowy environment with permafrost peaks around. A sweeping panorama of the majestic Lenin Peak, towering above you like a snow titan, will give a truly incredible and epic view. It is indeed inspiring, yet humbling to stand so close to this iconic peak.

• Accommodation type: tent on a wooden floor with a mattress (bring your sleeping bag or rent one in Sary-Mogol). 
• Food: lunch boxes
• Electricity and network: no mobile network, 5G startlink wifi is available
• Trekking distance: 19 km, 7 hours
• Ascend/descend: 810/1700 meters
• Highest and lowest points: 5100/3500 meters
• Overnight altitude: 4400 meters 

Day 7: Advanced camp – Peak Yukhin – Tulparkol (or Sary-Mogol)

After breakfast, begin your ascent to Peak Yukhin, standing at an impressive altitude of 5130 meters. This is one of the best acclimatization peaks, allowing climbers to reach the summit without the need for crampons or ropes. However, the climb demands significant physical effort and determination to reach the top.

Upon successfully conquering the summit, take a moment to enjoy the breathtaking views and capture unforgettable shots. Have lunch before descending back to Tulparkol. Spend an overnight at the yurt camp or immediately drive from Tulparkol to Sary-Mogol and enjoy your rest at the guesthouse. 

• Accommodation type: yurtcamp or guesthouse (as described above) 
• Food: lunch boxes upon ascent and dinner at the yurt camp or guesthouse
• Electricity and network: electricity is available, mobile network (megacom) and wifi
• Trekking distance: 19 km, 6 hours
• Ascend/descend: 160/1700 meters
• Highest and lowest points: 5100/3500
• Overnight altitude: 3500 meters (Tulparkol) or 2976 meters (Sary-Mogol) 

Day 8: Tulparkol Lake or Sary-Mogol – Osh City

Your epic odyssey is coming to an end. Enjoy your breakfast and take a breathtaking drive back to Osh city through the picturesque Alay Valley. The total distance is 220 kilometers, and the drive will last for about 3.5 hours (from Sary-Mogol).

• Accommodation type: we can help with booking your accommodation in Osh upon request.
• Food: breakfast at the yurt camp/guesthouse, lunch along the road
• Electricity and network: electricity is available, mobile network (megacom) and wifi
• Driving distance: 220 km, 3.5 hours
• Highest and lowest points: 3500/960 meters
• Overnight altitude: 960 meters