• Detailed itinerary and complete trip planning
• 1 night in a hostel and 1 night in a hotel
• 6 nights in yurts
• Tourist taxes
• Local guide + French-speaking guide
• All internal transport
• Visit to the famous Fairytale Canyon (Skazka Canyon)
• Training plan
• Complete packing list to help you prepare for your trip
• Kyrgyzstan Trail app with all the information you need

• The yurt experience (6 nights). This is the heart of the adventure! You’ll sleep in shared camps with traditional yurts. The comfort is simple, with mattresses on the floor or on fold-out beds, but the atmosphere is incredibly warm and authentic.
• Guesthouse and hotel (2 nights). To make the transition easy, you’ll stay in a guesthouse (hostel) in Jyrgalan on Day 1, followed by a comfortable hotel in Karakol on Day 8, after the trek.
• Overnight in Bishkek (optional). For your final night, Day 9, you can book a hotel in Bishkek through us as an optional extra, for greater peace of mind before your flight home.

• Embrace a complete digital detox. This trek is all about getting back to basics. At the mountain yurt camps (Days 2 to 7), there is no shower or running water. This is adventure in its purest form! You can, however, cool off in the lakes and rivers.

• A practical solution for camping. For your comfort and to protect the environment, every camp has dry toilets in small cabins.

• Back to comfort. You’ll have access to showers and modern bathroom facilities in Jyrgalan (Day 1) and at the hotel in Karakol (Day 8). For the rest of the trek, you can also bring a few wet wipes for extra comfort. Just never leave them in nature!

We offer a meal option, which we strongly recommend. It includes all three meals each day, from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 9 (except dinner on Day 8), prepared by the nomadic families hosting you.

• Authentic flavours. Forget freeze-dried meals! You’ll get to taste real Kyrgyz cuisine, including lagman, plov and soups. It’s the best way to experience the local culture and support the local economy.
• Lunch packs. You’ll receive a lunch pack with a sandwich, fruit and a drink for your midday meal.
• Bring your own snacks. The meal option doesn’t include personal snacks such as cereal bars or dried fruit. Bring some from home, as there are no shops along the route.

As for water, rivers are everywhere and are generally very clean. Our local guide will know where you can refill your water supply, and there are plenty of springs along the route.

There’s no such thing as zero risk, though, so bring a water filtration system if you want to be 100% sure you won’t get sick.

• You choose your own challenge! There are two options: 
  1. Carry all your gear in a full-size trekking backpack (around 60L).
  2. For extra comfort: Travel light and have your luggage transported! This is the option we recommend so you can get the most out of the hike.
• How does it work? Each morning, you hand your main bag (a soft bag, max. 10 kg) to the local transporters. Horses carry it to the next yurt camp, where it will be waiting for you. No hard-shell suitcases.
• Even with the luggage transport option, you'll need a daypack for everything you need while hiking: water, snacks, a rain jacket and a camera. Bring a backpack of at least 30L.

Respect for animals is an integral part of Kyrgyz nomadic culture. Horses are essential partners for families and are treated with care. Our local providers work with families who consider their horses part of the household. They are fed, looked after and never overloaded. We make sure that only healthy horses are used to transport luggage.

• The three-layer system: Pack technical clothing: thermal base layers (merino wool), a warm fleece, and a waterproof and windproof outer layer (such as Gore-Tex). A hat and gloves are essential, even in summer.
• Bring a good down jacket to keep you warm. You’ll be at altitude, so evenings can be chilly.
• A complete packing list is on its way: Don’t worry. You’ll receive a detailed equipment list well in advance to help you pack without forgetting anything.

• For adventurous spirits (ages 16 to 65). This trek is a fantastic physical challenge, accessible to anyone in good shape with a genuine appetite for adventure. Please note that anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Is this your first trek? Assess your fitness! It’s normal to have questions. Here’s a quick self-assessment to help you:
  • Have you been active over the past three months?
  • Can you walk 15 km on hilly terrain?
  • Do you have any injuries that could cause problems?
  • Can you commit to doing some training before departure?
• We’ll help you get ready. If your answers give you confidence, go for it! One week after booking, you’ll receive a training plan designed to help you prepare for and enjoy the adventure. And if you’re still unsure, why not try one of our micro-adventures, such as the Packraft Trail, as preparation?

• Total disconnection, the real kind! Expect to be 100% offline during the 7-day trek (days 2 to 8). There is no mobile coverage or electricity at the yurt camps. Some camps sell Wi-Fi access, but we recommend using this trip as an opportunity to stay offline.
• The upside: a digital detox. It’s a unique chance to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with nature and the group. Let your loved ones know they won’t hear much from you.
• The practical side. Bring fully charged power banks for your phone (use airplane mode to save battery) and camera. Our guides carry a satellite phone for emergencies only.

• Absolutely! Many of our participants travel solo. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a personal adventure while meeting some great people.
• The power of the group: The atmosphere in the yurts is naturally friendly and welcoming. Meals are shared, and challenges are faced together. You’ll never be alone, unless you choose to be for a while during the hike.
• No extra charge: Since accommodation is in shared yurts, there’s no “single supplement” to pay when travelling solo.

• Good news! EU citizens don’t need a visa for tourist stays of less than 60 days.
• A passport is required. You must have a passport (not just an ID card) that’s valid for at least 6 months after your return date.
• Always check: Entry requirements can change, so we recommend checking the official embassy website before you leave.

Your safety is our top priority. We work with an experienced local guide and an experienced Travelbase guide who know the terrain and weather conditions inside out. They’re trained in first aid, and we also carry satellite phones for emergencies. We keep groups to a manageable size to ensure better supervision.

Even if you walk at your own pace, there will always be one guide at the front and another at the back to keep the group together.

• Your personal freedom guide: Before you set off, you’ll get access to our trekking app. It includes the full route, points of interest and details for each stage. It’s the perfect tool for hiking at your own pace and independently, if you wish.
• Two experts by your side: You’re never on your own. Every trek is led by our guide (for easy communication) and a local guide (for their in-depth knowledge of the terrain).
• The best of both worlds: Enjoy a complete digital detox while following the route on your phone, safe in the knowledge that a professional, experienced team is looking after you and handling all the logistics behind the scenes.

• Travel consciously. The planet offers us incredible wonders, and it’s up to us to protect them for the future. That’s why we offer you a simple, reliable way to offset the CO2 emissions from your transport. Directly in the booking form, you can support a Greentripper-certified climate project.
• Support a concrete project. Your contribution funds the “Wildlife Cambodia” project. In practical terms, you help protect vital forests and their wildlife, support local communities, and balance out your trip’s carbon footprint.
• We’re committed alongside you. It’s a shared effort. If you choose to contribute toward your transport emissions, Travelbase commits to making an additional contribution to offset the impact of your adventure at the destination. After your trip, you’ll receive an official carbon credit certificate.

To learn more about our commitments, visit https://travelbase.fr/durabilite.