Ala-Kul Lake Trek (Kyrgyzstan)
A 3-4 day trek through the Terskey Alatau to the turquoise Ala-Kul Lake at 3,560 m.
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- Region
- Kyrgyzstan
- Country
- Middle East / Central Asia
- Biome
- Central Asian alpine (1,700–3,860 m)
- Best season
- July – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Central Asian alpine (1,700–3,860 m)
- Best season: July – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 3-4 day trek through the Terskey Alatau to the turquoise Ala-Kul Lake at 3,560 m.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Central Asian alpine (1,700–3,860 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Ala-Kul Lake Trek (Kyrgyzstan) trip tools
Popular pursuits at Ala-Kul Lake Trek (Kyrgyzstan)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
- Canoeing
Paddle routes, portages, and put-ins.
- Fishing
Resident gamefish, seasons, and the water that holds them.
