The dazzling winter hike at the Ala Archa National Park
Description
Enjoy the snowy wonderland at this hiking gem! The Ala Archa National Park is truly a hiking paradise near the capital city (38km). It was established in 1976 by the Soviet government to serve as a natural habitat to many species of animals, a site for alpinism and healthy leisure.The altitude above sea level here ranges from 2000 to 4000 meters and a large number of trekking paths lead their ways high up the mountains to glaciers and waterfalls. A lovely hike out in nature and an acquaintance with our culture at a national restaurant afterwards - all you need to spend one of your vacation days!
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Itinerary
In the morning after pickup from your hotel we’ll head to Ala Archa straight away. The road will take us about 50 minutes. Once we get to the park you’ll be given a pair of trekking poles to start the hike with your guide at the foot of mountains. Our aim is to reach the Ak Sai waterfall (4km) or if it seems too long for you, the Broken Heart point (2km). Along the laid trail to the destination you’ll have some stops to enjoy a breathtaking view of the mountains, coniferous forests and a river. Once we reach the waterfall you’ll have some time up there to walk around and take some stunning pictures. Descending down. Return to Bishkek. On the way back to the city we're inviting you to have a complimentary lunch at a national restaurant just to get a slight idea of the Kyrgyz cuisine. That’s gonna be delicious, we bet! Drop off at your hotel upon arrival in Bishkek. End of the tour. Have a beautiful evening!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our driver and guide will pick you up from a hotel or any other point in Bishkek.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(15)
The hike to the Waterfall in Ala-Archa was one of the best hikes I have ever done, and I do a lot of hikes! My guide Madina could not have been better. Knowledgable, fun, smart, extremely pleasant to talk with and very patient and helpful on the hike. It’s a hard hike and she supported me with grace and humor! When I come back to Kyrgygzstan, I will book a muti-day trek, but only if Madina is one of the guides.
Amazing! Great experience. Ala Archa was beautiful, the guide was super cool. Communication clear, everything was exactly as I hoped. Highly recommend.
Dear Addis! Thank you so much for sharing your valuable feedback! We are immensely happy that you loved your experience in Kyrgyzstan with us! You're always welcome in Central Asia!
Fabulous day out in Al-Archa park. Abdi my guide was very friendly, spoke fantastic English and made it a very interesting and fun day out. The scenery is fantastic and the weather made it very beautiful. Food afterwards was welcome and the day out all went very smoothly. Would definitely recommend.
Dear Alison! Thank you so much for sharing such a warm feedback! We are truly happy that you loved your experience with us and are looking forward to showing you more of Central Asia soon!
Akbar was an excellent guide. Gave me a choice of routes to choose from and had lots of country knowledge to share. Beautiful landscape! The trip ended with an authentic meal.
Dear Michele! Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are immensely happy that you loved your experience with us and are looking forward to showing you other parts of Central Asia in future! You're always welcome here!
Once in a lifetime experience, hiking while raining with snow. The tpur guide is a good english speaker and has good knowledge of the place.
Dear Ramil! Thank you so much for sharing such a valuable feedback! We are truly happy that you loved your experience in Kyrgyzstan with us! Looking forward to showing you more of Central Asia!
The view is beautiful and amazed, it’s worth to spend time in there. And I have to point out my guide Boca who is helpful and nice, also good in speaking English so that we can share a lot.
Dear tourist! Thank you so much for your warm feedback about Boca! We are truly happy that you loved your experience with us! You’re always welcome in Kyrgyzstan!
Beautiful winter hike in an absolutely stunning location. Our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable. He took us for a traditional Kyrgyz lunch on the way back. everything was well organised and communication was perfect. Thank you!
Dear Craig! Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are truly happy that you loved your experience with us! You’re always welcome in Kyrgyzstan!
Truly a winter wonderland. Beautiful views on a moderate hike. Boca was pleasant and an excellent guide providing info on the park, on kyrgyzstan and also interested in my culture. Lunch recommendations were spot in. Highly recommended
Hello dear Susan! Thank you so much for your warm feedback! We are sincerely happy that your experience with us went so smooth! Hoping to see you in Kyrgyzstan again!
It was a great experience to explore the Mountain and our tour guide Boca was so amazing, friendly and speak English fluently so we dont have any difficulty to understand and know the culture. I would highly recommend him for friends for their trip in Bishkek.
Dear Ruby! Thanks a lot for such a warm review! We are truly happy that you loved your experience with us and would be always glad to see you in Kyrgyzstan again!
Amazing tour with Boca our tour guide kids enjoyed playing with thr snow Thank you for guiding us Boca such a sincire and kind tour guide Definitely we will keep in touch Had a great time
Dear Shahed! Thanks a lot for your valuable feedback! We are sincerely happy that you and your family have enjoyed the tour with us! You’re always welcome in Kyrgyzstan!
