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The Tian Shan mountains, nomadic yurt culture and trekking that rivals Nepal at a fraction of the price and crowds.
Kyrgyzstan is the most spectacular and most underrated trekking destination in the world. The Tian Shan mountain range rivals the Himalayas for drama, the summer jailoos (high-altitude meadows) are extraordinary, and the nomadic culture is genuine and accessible through the CBT (Community-Based Tourism) network of yurt stays. Most Western passports get 30 days visa-free.
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The turquoise mountain lake — the most popular and most spectacular trek in Kyrgyzstan.
Nomadic yurt camp on the high-altitude lake with horse riding.
Multi-day horse trek with a nomadic guide through the summer pastures.
The capital's Soviet architecture and the vast Central Asian bazaar.
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Download offline maps (Maps.me or OsmAnd) for all mountain areas before leaving Bishkek — connectivity is patchy in the mountains
The CBT (Community-Based Tourism) network offers yurt stays organised through local communities — book through their website at cbtkyrgyzstan.kg
Carry cash (som or USD) for all mountain areas — ATMs are only in Bishkek and Karakol
Mountain weather changes extremely rapidly — always carry waterproofs, warm layers and extra food when trekking
A good sleeping bag rated to -10°C is essential for mountain areas — yurts are warm but nights get cold even in summer