5 days tour

Hiking Tour To The Kulikalon And Alaudin Lakes Area

Hiking Tour To The Kulikalon And Alaudin Lakes Area

This tour includes:

Others

Entrance fees to sights as per itinerary Mountain guides for trekking Complete cooking and camp equipment except sleeping bag Accompanying team for luggage transport with donkeys

Accommodation

4x camp

Meals

Full board meals: 4xB, 5xL, 4xD

Transport

Transport and transfer during the itinerary according to the program: 2 Pax- Sedan 3-4 Pax- Minivan 5-8 Pax - Minibus

Guide

Local guide ( English, German, French, Russian)

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Itinerary of your trip Hiking Tour To The Kulikalon And Alaudin Lakes Area

  • Day 1 Day 1: Samarkand- Pendjikent- Artuch Base Camp
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Samarkand- Pendjikent- Artuch Base Camp

      Early morning transfer to the Uzbekistan-Tajikistan border crossing at Jartepa (50 km, 1 h). Customs and passport control on both sides, cross the border, meet Tajik local guide and driver and drive to Pendjikent via the settlement of Sarazm, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List (20 km). Start sightseeing tour in Pendjikent: Rudaki Museum, local Bazaar and mosque. Lunch at local restaurant. After lunch drive to the ruins of ancient Pendjikent located within 5 minutes drive from modern Pendjikent. Pendjikent a major Sogdian city is dating back to 5th century and was destroyed with Arab conquerors in 8th century. Continue to drive to Artuch camp base (2200m). Ascending to Lake Chukurak.  Overnight at Artuch camp. 

      3-4 hour drive, walking time: 2 hours. Ascent: 250 m.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Chukurak Lake- Kulikalon Lake
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Chukurak Lake- Kulikalon Lake

      A steep but gradual climb from forest to pasture takes us to the Chukurak pass at 3180m. The descent on the other side of the pass opens up to beautiful, drier landscapes and to magnificent lakes, near which we will have a picnic. We continue on the shore of Lake Kulikalon, a "huge lake" with turquoise waters where we will spend the night at 2750m. On the Chimtarga, the highest peak of the Fann Mountains (5480 m), a wonderful panorama opens up before us. Overnight in tents by Lake Bibijannat (womenโ€™s paradise).

      Walking time: 6-7 hours. Ascent: 980 m. Descent: 450 m.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Kulikalon Lake- Alaudin Lake
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Kulikalon Lake- Alaudin Lake

      The path leads slightly uphill through the river valley. Then follows the ascent up to the Alaudin Pass. We have an overwhelming panorama of the surrounding peaks and glaciers. The route then leads around the Alaudin summit (4,134m). The descent leads us to these beautiful turquoise lakes surrounded by a massive mountain massif and impressive rock faces. We set up camp in a beautiful location near the lakes.

      Walking time: 6-7 hours. Ascent: 950 m. Descent: 1065 m 

  • Day 4 Day 4: Alaudin Lake- Chapdara Pass- Sangui Safed
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Alaudin Lake- Chapdara Pass- Sangui Safed

      Today our hike takes us to the Sangui Safed Gorge through the Chapdara Pass at 3430m. The climb to the pass is steep at the end, but the reward is there! From the pass we enjoy a beautiful view of the imposing faces of Marie (4680m) and Mirali peaks. We also discover beautiful views of Bodhona peak (5100m). Then we continue along the Sangui Safed Gorge. Overnight in tents on the river bank.

      Walking time: 5-6 hours. Ascent: 800 m. Descent: 1000 m

  • Day 5 Day 5: Sangui Safed- Chourmash- Samarkand
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Sangui Safed- Chourmash- Samarkand

      We walk up the Imat Gorge to the Grand Ganza Glacier. On the way we will cross several houses with shepherds and some flocks in a dry landscape and rocky then green. We stop at the foot of the glacier and at the edge of the river (2650 m) for a picnic. We will take the opportunity to observe the panorama on the glacier. Return to Sangui Safed settlement and continue to Pendjikent and Samarkand. arrival at the hotel

      Walking time: 6-7 hours. Ascent: 400 m. Descent: 450 m.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 70

Age range allowed for this experience.

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