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Issyk-Kul
A mountain lake ringed by the Tian Shan, about four hours by road from Bishkek. Family guesthouses, yurt camps and canyons on every shore.
About 4 h
by road from Bishkek
June–September
the best season for the lake
All year
mountain villages and trekking
AREAS
Choose your shore
Karakol and around
The base for treks, hot springs and the valleys of the Teskey Ala-Too.
GETTING THERE
How to get to Issyk-Kul
From Bishkek
Drive to Balykchy, then follow the north or south shore. Shared taxis, minibuses or a private transfer.
Between the shores
Karakol sits at the east end of the lake and connects the north shore with the south shore villages.
Coming in 2027
Instant booking and secure card payment
Online booking and card payment are being built and open in 2027. Until then, send us a request and we arrange it with you personally.
REQUEST
Want to stay with a local family?
Dates, how many people, what you’d like to do. We reply within two working days.