Horse Trekking in Kyzart
Ride to Son-Kul with local guides · Kyrgyzstan
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Ride with a Local Family
Ride with a Local Family
Your journey begins in Kyzart, the home of Ryskul and his family. Raised around horses, Ryskul now runs a stable of 20 experienced trail horses. Explore the mountains with local guides who know these routes and the families who welcome you along the way.
Experience Life in the Mountains
Experience Life in the Mountains
Local horses: Travel on Kyrgyz horses accustomed to mountain trails.
Family yurt stays: Spend your nights in traditional felt yurts with local hosts.
Summer pastures: Ride through the jailoo, where herding families spend the warmer months.
New to Horse Trekking?
New to Horse Trekking?
Our popular three-day trek is a good starting point for beginners who feel comfortable taking on mountain terrain. Your guide introduces you to your horse and sets a steady pace.
Expect several hours in the saddle on uneven trails. Tell us about your experience so we can help you choose a suitable ride. Solo travellers can ask about shared departures, and private treks are available for your own group.
Go Further on Horseback
Go Further on Horseback
Experienced riders can explore more of Son-Kul on our five-day lake trek (maximum eight riders). The six-day expedition continues through high passes and the remote Shabyr Valley (maximum six riders). Both include Bishkek pickup, return transfers and luggage support. Choose an available 2027 departure dates in the booking form; more dates will be announced soon.
For a shorter trip with a pace suited to your experience, choose a private three- or four-day trek. Your guide decides where conditions allow faster riding on the open lakeshore.
Find Your Summer Trek
Find Your Summer Trek
Choose from three to six days of mountain riding and local hospitality. Request your preferred date for a three- or four-day trek, generally from May to October. Our five- and six-day treks are for experienced riders, with scheduled departures shown in the booking form.
Kyzart, Kilemche Valley and Son-Kul. Our classic short trek, with two nights in family yurts.
€250–€350 per person
Add a day beside Son-Kul, then return to Kyzart over Ozbek Pass. Three nights in family yurts.
€500 per person
Explore Batai Aral, Tash Dobo and Tulpar Tash, with luggage carried by a support vehicle.
€900 per person
Son-Kul, Oiulma Pass and Shabyr Valley. An extended ride with return transfers from Bishkek.
€1,200 per person
Winter Riding at Son-Kul
Winter Riding at Son-Kul
Discover a quieter mountain landscape on a demanding three-day winter trek. Suitable fitness and cold-weather preparation are essential. Beginners may be able to join, subject to confirmation by the team.
Season: Generally October to April; weather and trail access determine whether a departure can operate.
Stay: Two nights in heated, shared family yurts, with no showers or running water on the remote route.
Pack: Heavy warm layers, insulated gloves, a warm hat, thermal socks and waterproof outerwear.
Price: €400 per person.
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