Trekking along the Turkestan range— 2027

Arrival to Osh, meet with guide, transfer to Uzgurush settlement. 360 km, 7 - 8 h. The transfer from Osh to Uzgurush will take 8 to 9 hours. The road passes through Batken city and alongside the Tortkul Reservoir. We will then cross the so-called “Killed Pass,” a rough section of road at 1811 m. From here, weather permitting, you will be able to see Ak-Suu Peak.

We will stay overnight at a guest house in Uzgurush village, located at an altitude of 1400 meters. Here, you can experience the everyday life of the local people and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the village.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Uzgurush settlement – Ak-Suu BC (2800). About 18,5 km, 8-9 h, +1400 m. From the settlement, the trail first leads through wild pistachio groves and walnut orchards. We will then enter a narrow, winding side gorge with impressive rock formations and cross several bridges before reaching a wider valley.

We will continue hiking through the picturesque green gorge, passing juniper forests and following the Ak-Mechet River. Along the way, we will enjoy panoramic views of Iskander (5120 m), Petrogradets (5165 m), Admiralteyets (5090 m) and Ak-Suu (5355 m) peaks. Lunch will be served en route near the river.

The Base Camp is located at the beginning of the green zone beside the Ak-Suu River. Ak-Suu Peak is clearly visible from the camp. In front of the main summit rises Northern Ak-Suu Peak, home to one of the most difficult climbing routes in the area. Overnight in tents at Ak-Suu BC.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Circular hike to the foot of Ak-Suu Peak. 14 km, 5-6 h, +600 m / -600 m. Today, we will hike through juniper forests, following a winding trail towards a steep moraine and glacier. Our destination is the heart of one of the most impressive mountain formations in the Pamir-Alay system: the cirque beneath Ak-Suu Peak (5355 m).

This pyramid-shaped, snow-capped mountain drops sharply to the north in an almost 2-kilometer-high wall, creating a truly breathtaking view.

The spectacular cirque is surrounded by several remarkable peaks, including the double summit of Iskander, Petrogradets, Admiralteyets, A. Block (5229 m) and Aktyubek (5125 m). Overnight in tents at Ak-Suu BC.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Ak-Suu BC (2800 m) – Ak-Tyubek BC (3200 m). About 15 km, 7-9 h, +1590 m / -1190 m. Today will be physically demanding, but the views and emotions experienced while ascending Ak-Tyubek Pass (4390 m) will make the effort worthwhile.

The trail climbs in zigzags through a dramatic mountain landscape. Ak-Tyubek Peak (5125 m) will be visible on our right. We will once again see Admiralteyets, Small and Large Iskander, the impressive Sabakh Peak (5200 m) and Parus Peak (4850 m).

After crossing the pass, we will gradually descend towards the Ak-Tyubek River and follow it to its confluence with the Orto-Chashma River. After crossing the stream, we will set up our tent camp in a nearby meadow.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Ak-Tyubek BC (3200 m) – Kara-Suu BC (about 2800 m). 14 km, 7-9 h, -400 m / +460 m / -140 m / +640 m / -1020 m / +260 m. In the morning, we will cross the Orto-Chashma River. Today, we will cross two mountain passes: Kosh-Moinok Pass (3260 m) and Kara-Suu Pass (3760 m).

We will begin with a moderate descent along the Orto-Chashma River, followed by a traverse across the slope with a slight ascent. The trail is surrounded by picturesque juniper trees, some of which have grown into unusual, twisted shapes. On both sides of the gorge, we will see rocks with fascinating folded formations.

Along the way, we will notice the remains of a helicopter in the river, preserved here since the Batken clashes of 2000. We will then cross the relatively easy Kosh-Moinok Pass, descend towards a small river and cross it using logs.

Next, we will ascend Kara-Suu Pass. The pass is unusual because it consists of two sections separated by a gentle area in the middle. The trail leads through juniper forests and colourful mountain meadows. Along the way, we will see Asan (4230 m), Usen (4378 m), 1000 Years of the Baptism of Russia, also known as Kyrkchitla (4507 m), and Pyramid Peak (5509 m).

According to an ancient legend, an old man once lived in these mountains with his twin sons, Asan and Usen. He raised them to be strong warriors and hoped they would support him in his old age. But war came, and both sons were killed. Overcome with grief, the old man raised his hands to the sky and called upon Allah:

“O Almighty Allah! You give life and you take it away. Give me back my sons and take my life in return. So be it!”

At that moment, the ground cracked, and mountains rose high into the sky. Overnight at Kara-Suu BC.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Circular hike to the foot of Asan-Usen and Pyramid peaks. 12 km, 5-6 h, +935 m / -935 m. Today, we will make a circular hike to the upper reaches of the Kara-Suu Gorge and the foot of Asan-Usen (4378 m), Pyramid (5509 m) and Kyrkchitla (4507 m) peaks.

We will also see the legendary “Yellow Wall,” where some of the area’s most technically demanding climbing routes are located. The trail continues towards the moraine and then follows its edge.

Climbers from around the world consider an ascent of any of the surrounding peaks a major achievement because of the technical difficulty of the routes. Overnight at Kara-Suu BC (about 3005 m).

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Kara-Suu BC – Orto-Chashma BC (2800). 15 km, 5-7 hours, -260 m / +1020 m / -640 m / +140 m / -460 m. Today, we will return to the Orto-Chashma Gorge, once again crossing Kara-Suu and Kosh-Moinok passes.

We will set up our Base Camp in a large meadow dotted with small hollows, locally known as the “golf course.” Here, we can rest and enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery, including views of Ak-Tyubek Pass.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Orto-Chashma BC – Ak-Tash BC (3100 m). About 27 km, 9-11 h, +974 m / -674 m. In the morning, we will cross the Orto-Chashma River via a wooden bridge and hike up the Kashka-Suu Gorge towards the pass separating the Kashka-Suu and Djagychi gorges at 3774 m.

From the pass, we will have views of the upper reaches of the Orto-Chashma Gorge and Turo Pass (4525 m). We will then descend, traversing grassy slopes and rocky scree, to Djagychi BC in a side gorge, where we will stop for lunch.

After lunch, we will continue descending along the Ak-Tash River, traversing the rocky scree and following the curve of the ridge. We will then hike up the gorge, turn right into the 2nd narrow side gorge and ascend towards Ak-Tash Pass. From the pass, we will be able to see our campsite at 3100 m.

We will descend to the campsite, set up camp and stay there overnight.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Ak-Tash BC – Uzgurush settlement. 9 km, 3-5 h, +100 m / -1494 m – Osh 360 km, 8-9 h. After a good breakfast, we will hike along the Ak-Tash Valley for about 3,5 km before ascending to Buljuma Pass (2894 m). The ascent involves a difference of about 100 m along a gentle slope.

From the pass, we will enjoy views of the surrounding mountains and Uponym Pass to the east, where an alternative route leads towards the Karavshin Valley.

We will descend along the Buljuma River through a juniper forest and continue through a narrow gorge and walnut orchards until we reach the main road in Uzgurush. We will turn left and walk to the guest house where we stayed previously.

Our driver will meet us there for the transfer to Osh. Upon arrival, we will check in at the guest house and have dinner.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.

Departure. Transfer to the airport and departure.

Meals: Breakfast