Son Kul Lake Tours & Holidays
Son Kul Lake Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
Lake Son Kul is an alpine lake and the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan. It is situated in the northern province on a high mountain plateau. The shepherds of the Kochkor, Naryn and At Bashi regions often use the green mountain meadows surrounding the lake for their summer pastures. There are a wide variety of herbs and grasses in the surrounding area as well as 66 species of waterfowl which make their homes on the lake.
...Lake Son Kul is an alpine lake and the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan. It is situated in the northern province on a high mountain plateau. The shepherds of the Kochkor, Naryn and At Bashi regions often use the green mountain meadows surrounding the lake for their summer pastures. There are a wide variety of herbs and grasses in the surrounding area as well as 66 species of waterfowl which make their homes on the lake.
Best experiences
Explore the scenic area on horseback
Kyrgyzstan is a land of horses, and no trip would be complete without a horse trek. Ride your horse through the beautiful valleys and meadows that surround the lake, taking in the beauty of Kyrgyzstan's untouched nature and stunning vistas.
Hike around Son Kul Lake
The alpine lake lies in a remote valley surrounded by high mountain pastures; the nomadic Kyrgyz herdsmen use fertile marshlands to let their livestock graze in the lush green meadows. The perfect place to experience the life and culture of the Kyrgyz nomads.
Relax and enjoy the nomad life
From your comfortable and cosy yurt, explore the area and spark up conversation with nomadic neighbours. Here, you can witness traditional life in the Kyrgyz summer pastures while sipping kumyz, the Kyrgyz national drink made from fermented mares' milk.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
TOURS FEATURING Son Kul Lake
Travel to Kyrgyzstan with like-minded people on one of our small group tours (usually max size 12), featuring knowledgeable local guides and an expert tour leader.
Kyrgyzstan Explorer
Stay in yurts, homestays and wild camps, meet eagle hunters, explore Tash Rabat and enjoy walks and rides amongst the breathtaking scenery of Son Kul and Issyk Kul lakes, the Tien Shan Mountains and Arslanbob Forest
Silk Road Odyssey
An epic Silk Road travel tour through Central Asia’s most spectacular mountains and lively bazaars through Kyrgyzstan, China, Tajikistan & Uzbekistan
Kyrgyzstan & Uzbekistan - Mountains and Cities of the Silk Road
Stay in yurts by beautiful lakes, watch a game of Kok-Boru and enjoy a slice of semi-nomadic life in Kyrgyzstan, before discovering the Silk Road treasures of Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand in Uzbekistan.
Classic Kyrgyzstan
This active itinerary explores Kyrgyzstan's stunning topography and natural landmarks via scenic hikes and horse treks, as well as the opportunity to experience its distinct nomadic culture and discover Kyrgyz history
Complete Kyrgyzstan
If you have a bit more time and want to really get under the skin of this ravishing country, look no further. Exploring far-flung destinations and staying in humble accommodation, this is for the more robust traveller
Wild Kyrgyzstan
Make the most of this adrenaline junkie's paradise, exploring the wild and wonderful Kyrgyzstan via foot, horseback and mountain bike and staying in a variety of guesthouses, yurt camps and wild tented camps