KAZAKHSTAN KYRGYZSTAN

From early morning, we pick up the SUVs and camping gear, meet the local guide, and begin our journey through the expanses of Mangystau. Today we will explore the purple clays of Kokala, Mount Sherkala, and the fantastic rocks of Airakty.

In the evening, we set up camp in the middle of the desert to spend the night under the stars – by the campfire, in silence, and amidst the wilderness.

In the morning we set off to one of the most recognizable symbols of Mangystau – the stone ridge of Bozzhyra. Here, incredible panoramas open up, and the snow-white rocks of bizarre shapes create a feeling as if you are on another planet.

Next, we will encounter the Martian panorama – an area with chalky slopes of pink-red hues, where the landscapes resemble scenes from science fiction.

By evening, we will reach the Bozzhyra canyon. Here we will set up camp right opposite the famous rocks and witness one of the most beautiful sunsets. Another night awaits us under the stars and the unforgettable silence of the wild nature.

A morning walk among the Teeth of Bozzhira – limestone spires that form a surreal landscape. After that, we visit the secluded mountain of Bokty and the vibrant Tiramisu canyon. We return to Aktau and complete the desert part of the route.

Today we will have to return to Almaty and the only option we will have is to transfer through the capital Nur-Sultan. In the evening, after arrival, we check into the hotel and rest.

In the morning we continue our walk in Almaty, and after lunch, we fly to Bishkek. In the evening, we check into the hotel and get acquainted with the local cuisine over dinner at a colorful restaurant.

We pick up the car, go through the briefing, and head south to Kyrgyzstan. On the way, we stop by the Kok-Moynok canyon, a still little-known but very photogenic place. We drive through mountain passes to Naryn – the last point of civilization before the wild part of the route.

A three-day expedition towards the Chinese border begins. We pass through the border post and enter one of the most remote regions of the country. We are greeted by the high-altitude landscapes of the Pamirs, canyons, and untouched nature. We settle into cozy yurts at an altitude of 3600 m. Dinner is traditional cuisine cooked over an open fire.

After breakfast, we set off on horseback to one of the most beautiful lakes in the world – Kel-Suu. We take a boat, explore the rocky shores, and stroll along the coastline. We return to the yurts for dinner. In the evening – stories from the locals by the campfire and the starry sky of the Pamirs.

We are returning to Naryn. On the way, we again admire the mountains and gorges, but this time we will have more time to explore this unique and practically uninhabited region. In Naryn, there is a hotel and a rest before the final stage.

We are going to the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. Today we will visit two canyons: the lesser-known Aksai with ancient petroglyphs and the famous Kyzyl - a miniature version of the Grand Canyon. In the latter, at sunset, we will organize a small photo session. We will spend the night in traditional yurts in Barskon.

Today is a day of high mountain landscapes. We will visit several waterfalls, and then we will drive up to the Arabel Plateau (4000 m) in off-road vehicles. We are expecting mountain lakes, glaciers, and silence. In the afternoon, if the weather permits – swimming in Issyk-Kul and watching the sunset.

A long road back to Bishkek. On the way, we stop in the village of Bokonbaево, where we get acquainted with a unique local tradition – hunting with eagles! We will be shown how hunters train their birds, and of course, we will be allowed to take a few photos with them. In the evening – a farewell dinner with pilaf and shashlik.

After two intense weeks of adventures, mountains, deserts, and yurts, it is time to say goodbye. In the morning – transfer to the airport and flight home with a heart full of memories, new friends, and the feeling that you have been in a completely different world.