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Kyrgyzstan · August · Nomads, Yurts, and Celestial Mountains

SEASONAL GUIDE · 11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

Kyrgyzstan in August

A journey through the Tian Shan: high alpine lakes, yurt camps, horses, and Central Asia's most vibrant nomadic culture. August is one of the most stable windows of the year at high altitudes: clear skies, open trails, and less risk of weather-related closures.

EN CORTO

Duration

11 days / 10 nights

Full itinerary, no dead days or unnecessary transfers.

Season

August

August is one of the most stable windows of the year at high altitudes: clear skies, open trails, and less risk of weather-related closures.

Group

Max. 16

Small groups of 6 to 100 years old; travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may coincide.

Pace

Demanding

Clear physical requirements so you can assess if the trip is for you.

DEPARTURES FROM AUGUST

  • August 1–11, 202713 locations

We don't sell tours: we offer guided adventure trips, in Spanish, in small groups of up to 16 people, with a Spanish-speaking Wandernow guide and local guides; travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may coincide on the same departure.

from$4,720.00 US dollarsYou save $410.00 US dollars (8%).

Price per person when paying in a single installment. You can also defer it into staggered payments.

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WHAT IS COVERED

Nomads, Yurts, and Celestial Mountains

Song-Kul Lake
Nomadic Yurts
Jyrgalan Valley
Issyk-Kul Lake

INCLUDES

  • 11 nights of accommodation with breakfast
  • 4x4 transport with a driver-guide for the whole route
  • Wandernow guide
  • Horseback ride at Song-Kul Lake (Day 4)
  • Hike to Kel-Suu Lake
  • Hike to the Jeti-Ögüz Valley (Day 7)
  • Full-day trek in Jyrgalan (Day 9)

DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • International flights
  • Meals not listed
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

WHAT TO PACK FOR AUGUST

  • 01Broken-in trekking boots
  • 0225-30 L daypack
  • 03Technical layers and light down jacket
  • 04Foldable trekking poles
  • 051.5 L water bottle or hydration system
  • 06Personal first-aid kit and high SPF sun protection

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why go to Kyrgyzstan in August?

August is one of the most stable windows of the year at high altitudes: clear skies, open trails, and less risk of weather-related closures.

Do I need prior experience?

It is advisable to arrive with good physical condition and some multi-day hiking experience. Before you book, we will review the elevation profile and suggested training with you.

Are flights included?

No. International flights are not included unless the trip details expressly state otherwise.

I'm traveling alone, is that a problem?

None. Solo travelers are welcome and accommodation is assigned by gender (man with man, woman with woman) without an extra single room charge. Couples travel in double occupancy.

How can I pay?

Credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Apple Pay, and Google Pay, via WeTravel. You can pay in a single installment or defer with a deposit and deferred payments.

How much does the Kyrgyzstan trip with Wandernow cost?

$4,720.00 US dollars per person paying in a single payment. On the deferred plan the total is $5,130.00 US dollars per person: a $1,000.00 US dollars deposit to hold your spot and up to 10 deferred payments (the last one 60 days before departure). Prices are per person in double occupancy. Solo travelers share a room with someone of the same sex; couples stay together.

How many days is the Kyrgyzstan trip?

11 days / 10 nights. A journey through the Tian Shan: high alpine lakes, yurt camps, horses, and Central Asia's most vibrant nomadic culture.

What departure dates are there for Kyrgyzstan?

Confirmed departures: August 1–11, 2027. Each departure runs with a maximum of 16 travelers.

What is and isn't included in the Kyrgyzstan trip?

Includes: 11 nights of accommodation with breakfast; 4x4 transport with a driver-guide for the whole route; Wandernow guide; Horseback ride at Song-Kul Lake (Day 4); Hike to Kel-Suu Lake; Hike to the Jeti-Ögüz Valley (Day 7); Full-day trek in Jyrgalan (Day 9). Not included: International flights; Meals not listed; Travel insurance; Personal expenses. International flights are not included unless the trip page expressly says otherwise.

Can I travel solo to Kyrgyzstan?

Yes. Solo travelers are welcome and are given shared accommodation by gender (man with man, woman with woman) at no extra single-room cost. Couples stay together in double occupancy. Groups have a maximum of 16 people (ages 6 to 100), and travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may join the same departure.

Shall we go in August?

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