Sary-Chelek
INFORMATION
🇰🇬 Sary-Chelek — The Pearl of the Western Tien Shan
Sary-Chelek is one of the most scenic and protected areas of Kyrgyzstan. A national biosphere reserve with alpine meadows, crystal-clear lakes, and rich biodiversity.
📌 General Information:
- Location: Jalal-Abad region, western Kyrgyzstan
- Type: reserve and mountain lake
- Elevation: around 1,900 m above sea level
- Lake area: 7.5 km²
- Accessibility: open from spring to autumn
🏞 Must-See Highlights:
🌊 Sary-Chelek Lake
A deep, cold lake with a rich blue color, surrounded by mountains and forest. One of the cleanest lakes in the country.
🗻 Nature Reserve
Home to rare animals and plants: snow leopards, brown bears, spruce and walnut forests.
🚶 Hiking Trails
Scenic treks to nearby smaller lakes. Overnight camping possible in the wilderness.
🍽 Local Cuisine:
- Walnuts & honey — local pride
- Traditional meals: plov, lagman, shorpo
- Fresh produce from local farmers
🚐 Tourism:
Perfect for nature lovers, photo tours, and peaceful getaways. Few tourists, making it a quiet and secluded destination.
Trips typically last 2–3 days with overnight stays in guesthouses or tents.
Sary-Chelek on the map
TOUR PROGRAM
- Type:Horse Riding
- Distance 60 km
- Ascent 3499 m, Descent 2748 m
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Altitude 1,189 m 2,825 m
- Season: June, July, August, September
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