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A slower cultural journey built around jailoo pastures and time with host families. Song-Kul is the usual heart of this itinerary; the exact camp depends on season, weather, and who is receiving guests. Two nights on the pasture is the default, because one night is a glimpse and two is a stay. Hosts will be named after a field visit — not before. We do not sell a museum lifestyle or a staged ‘nomad show’. Eagle visits, if you want one, are a separate, carefully screened day.
Day by day
Leave the capital for the mountains. A gorge or viewpoint stop, then a first night in a village guesthouse near Kochkor or similar — not yet on the high lake. Overnight: Kochkor area or similar.
Climb toward Song-Kul. Settle into a yurt, walk without a schedule, and share meals with your hosts. This is hospitality, not a performance. Overnight: Song-Kul yurt camp.
The second night is why we came. Optional horse riding matched to ability, a longer walk, or staying close to camp. No costume timetable. Overnight: Song-Kul yurt camp.
A last look at the lake, then the road to Kochkor or Naryn depending on weather and your energy. Overnight: Village guesthouse.
Descend toward the capital with time for a craft stop if you wish.
Included and not
Included
- Private transfers
- Two nights in a yurt camp as agreed, plus village stays
- Meals in camp
- Host introductions — named after field verification
- Horse riding where requested and locally available
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Souvenirs and personal purchases
- Optional cultural performances — we do not book costume shows
How you travel
Accommodation. Yurts on the pasture and simple village guesthouses. Expect shared facilities, limited hot water, and genuine quiet. Comfort upgrades are possible before and after the mountain nights.
Transportation. Private vehicle on mountain roads. The last approach to camp may involve a rougher track. Weather can close the pass even in summer.
Physical requirements. Short walks at around 3,000 m. Horse riding is optional. Altitude can affect sleep even for fit travelers.
What to bring
- Warm clothing for cold nights
- Closed shoes for camp and horses
- Headlamp
- Personal toiletries; camps are simple
Safety considerations
- Song-Kul is high, exposed, and weather-prone. Summer snow is possible.
- Horses are working animals; riding always carries risk.
- Medical care is distant from the pasture.
Cancellation
Changes and cancellations are handled according to your written booking confirmation. Supplier rules for stays, horses, and trekking support can differ. See the cancellation policy draft and ask Oasia to confirm the terms that would apply to your dates.
Permits and route registration
Some itineraries may involve border-zone permits, park fees, or route-related paperwork depending on the season and exact route. Oasia will confirm what is relevant after a local review. Do not treat this page as a permit checklist.
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