Scenic horse trek to Son-Kul
A slower and more scenic version of the classic route, with extra time to explore one more location around Son-Kul. This tour is ideal for travelers who want a deeper experience of the lake, the landscapes, and the nomadic atmosphere without making the trip too long
4 days
Autmn, Summer
1-10 pax
From $290 / person
Tour Program
Day 1
Day 1
Kyzart - Kilemche Jailoo
Around 4-4.5 hours by horse - approx. 18 km
Your journey begins at Mira's Homestay in Kyzart, where you will meet your local guide and prepare the horses and riding equipment.
After breakfast - or after lunch if you choose the same-day arrival option - ride through open valleys and rolling hills toward Kilemche Jailoo.
Enjoy the peaceful summer pasture, wide green landscapes and mountain views at a comfortable pace.
Lunch and dinner are included. Overnight in a traditional yurt at Kilemche Jailoo
After breakfast - or after lunch if you choose the same-day arrival option - ride through open valleys and rolling hills toward Kilemche Jailoo.
Enjoy the peaceful summer pasture, wide green landscapes and mountain views at a comfortable pace.
Lunch and dinner are included. Overnight in a traditional yurt at Kilemche Jailoo
Day 2
Day 2
Kilemche Jailoo - Son-Kul Lake (Tuz Ashuu)
Around 4 hours by horse - approx. 16 km
After breakfast, climb toward the Jalgyz Karagai Pass (3,400 m) and enter the wide Son-Kul basin.
Ride down toward the lake through open high-altitude pastures and meet a local shepherd family.
All meals are included. Dinner and overnight in a traditional yurt at Tuz Ashuu
Ride down toward the lake through open high-altitude pastures and meet a local shepherd family.
All meals are included. Dinner and overnight in a traditional yurt at Tuz Ashuu
Day 3
Day 3
Son-Kul Lakeshore - Tulpar Tash
A full day by horse along the Son-Kul lakeshore
After breakfast, spend a full day riding along the Son-Kul lakeshore toward Tulpar Tash.
Stop for lunch on the way and, if the weather allows, take time for a swim in the clear mountain lake.
All meals are included. Dinner and overnight in a traditional yurt at Tulpar Tash
Stop for lunch on the way and, if the weather allows, take time for a swim in the clear mountain lake.
All meals are included. Dinner and overnight in a traditional yurt at Tulpar Tash
Day 4
Day 4
Son-Kul Lake - Kyzart
Around 4-5 hours by horse - approx. 24 km
Enjoy a final peaceful morning by the lake, then begin the ride back to Kyzart.
Cross the Ozbek Ashuu Pass (3,300 m) and descend through mountain valleys toward the village.
Arrive in Kyzart for lunch at Mira's Homestay, with time to rest after the journey
Cross the Ozbek Ashuu Pass (3,300 m) and descend through mountain valleys toward the village.
Arrive in Kyzart for lunch at Mira's Homestay, with time to rest after the journey
Choose your tour format
Choose the travel format that suits you best. Private tour prices depend on group size, while group tours are available on selected dates
Private tour
For those who want a more personal and flexible journey. The price depends on the number of people in your group — the more travelers join, the lower the price per person.
From $290 per person
- Separate yurt accommodation
- Flexible pace and program
- Possibility to customize the route
- Meals and accommodation in a yurt
- Horses
- Horse-riding equipment
- Helmets
- Local horsemen-guides
Group tour
For those who want to share the adventure with other travelers. Fixed price. You join an already formed group on selected tour dates.
$290 per person
- Shared yurt accommodation
- Planned route and schedule
- Lunch box
- Meals and accommodation in a yurt
- Horses
- Horse-riding equipment
- Helmets
- Local horsemen-guides
Tour price
The more people you travel with, the lower the price per person
What’s included
Included
- 4 days of horseback riding
- Local horse guide
- Horse for each guest
- 3 nights in yurts
- 4 lunches
- 3 breakfasts
- 3 dinners
Not included
- Transportation to/from Kyzart
- Accommodation before the tour
- Mineral water
- Personal expenses and shopping
Arrival options
Option A — Arrive and start the same day
Arrive in Kyzart by 11:00. We’ll welcome you with lunch, introduce you to your guide and horses, and start the journey at around 12:00–13:00.
Option B — Stay with us the night before
Come to Kyzart the evening before the tour and stay at our family homestay. Relax after the journey, enjoy a homemade dinner and start the trek fresh after breakfast
Overnight + dinner: $28 / person
Not included in the tour price.
Overnight + dinner: $28 / person
Not included in the tour price.
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Want to discover the real Son-Kol?
Leave a request, and we will contact you to confirm your travel date, number of guests, and preferred travel format. We will explain all the route details, accommodation conditions, what to bring with you, and how to get to Kyzart.
