Hiking In Ala Archa National Park
About this tour
Within an hour of leaving the city centre, you will be in an alpline gorge through which the fast flowing Ala-Archa River runs, flanked by tall,snow-covered,peaks with steep-sided forested, mountain slopes. After arriving to the Alplager we have several options: hiking to the waterfall; hiking to the Alpinist grave or walking down the river followed by a picnic on air enjoying the surrounding views.
After visiting the park we can visit a holy shamanistic place in the outskirts of Bishkek to purify ourselves and wake up an angel within. :D
Horseriding or eaglehunting show is available on the site for extra fee*
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Pick up from the hotel and drive to the park. Choose one of the trail options: 1) hike along the river; 2) hike to the alpinists' grave; 3) hike to the waterfall; This tour is possible to extend by 1 more day by hiking to Aksai glacier with an overnight in a Ratcek hut. Picnic on air. Stop by the holistic place before returning back to the hotel.
What's included
Some things to remember: Sun protection cream Sunglasses Hat, good trekking shoes/warm jacket/sweater Good mood :)
What to know
If you have problems with altitude you should let me know. Also recommendable to take diamox 24 hours before the hike.
Route & locations
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan