Backcountry Ski on the Kyrgyz Land
Backcountry Ski on the Kyrgyz Land
Eleven days of backcountry skiing, culture and road trip across Kyrgyzstan, from the Suusamyr valley to Issyk-Kul lake.
Eleven days of backcountry skiing, culture and road trip across Kyrgyzstan, from the Suusamyr valley to Issyk-Kul lake.
📅 11 Days
⛷️ 7 Ski Days
🏔️ Issyk-Kul Lake
🐎 Eagle Hunting
The circuit
Eleven Days Across the Kyrgyz Backcountry
Eleven days combining backcountry skiing, culture and a road trip across Kyrgyzstan, from the Suusamyr valley to the shores of Issyk-Kul lake. Seven days on skis take you up to peaks above 4,300m, including the remote Ara-Bel plateau.
Along the way, visit a handicraft centre in Kochkor, watch a golden eagle hunting demonstration, and spend nights with local families. This is the most complete of KAGAN’s backcountry ski expeditions.

Ski touring
from €1,190
/ person · group 9 people
Duration
11 days
Ski days
7 days
Required level
Intermediate/
Advanced
Maximum Altitude
4,400 m
Season
February – mid-March
Airport Transfer
Book the tour
Day by day
Detailed Program
1 Day. Bishkek → Suusamyr Valley
BISHKEK → SUUSAMYR VALLEY
Meet your local guide at the airport, then rest, shower and have breakfast at the hotel. Drive through the Kara-Balta Canyon and cross the Too Ashuu Pass. Enjoy lunch with panoramic views of Suusamyr Valley before settling into Too-Ashuu Ski Resort, with an option for downhill skiing.
🚗 4h transfer · ⛷ Downhill Skiing · 🏔 Too Ashuu Pass

2 Day. Backcountry Skiing in Suusamyr
SUUSAMYR VALLEY
Enjoy 7–8 hours of skiing, reaching a peak at 3,800 m. Afterwards, transfer to the yurt camp. The vehicle cannot reach the camp, so the final 20 minutes are completed by ski touring.
🎿 Backcountry Skiing · 🏔 3,800 m · 🛖 Yurt Camp

3 Day. Skiing Around the Yurt Camp
SUUSAMYR VALLEY
Spend the day skiing in the mountains surrounding the yurt camp. Return to the same camp for dinner and overnight.
🎿 Ski Touring · 🛖 Yurt Camp

4 Day. Skiing Around the Yurt Camp
SUUSAMYR VALLEY
Continue exploring the surrounding mountain terrain on skis. Return to the same yurt camp for dinner and overnight.
🎿 Ski Touring · 🏔 Mountain Terrain · 🛖 Yurt Camp

5 Day. Skiing at Ala-Bel Pass
ALA-BEL PASS
Drive for one hour to the starting point near Ala-Bel Pass. Ski on the peak near the pass at 3,100 m before returning to the same yurt camp.
🎿 Ski Touring · 🏔 Ala-Bel Pass · 3,100 m

6 Day. Short Skiing & Transfer to Kizart
SUUSAMYR → KIZART
Enjoy a shorter skiing session followed by a picnic at the refuge. Continue by car to Kizart, where you will spend the night with a local family. In the evening, relax in the village public bath.
🎿 Skiing · 🧺 Mountain Picnic · 🚗 4h Transfer · 🏡 Local Stay

7 Day. Transfer to the Arabel Valley
KIZART → ARABEL VALLEY
Travel towards Issyk-Kul Lake and visit a handicraft center in Kochkor. Meet a traditional eagle hunter and enjoy lunch with locals in Bokonbaevo. Continue to the high-mountain Arabel Plateau, where you will stay overnight in a mountain refuge.
🦅 Eagle Hunting · 🧵 Handicrafts · 🌊 Issyk-Kul · 🏔 Arabel Plateau

8 Day. Backcountry Skiing on Arabel Plateau
ARABEL PLATEAU
Begin ski touring on the Arabel high-mountain plateau and climb a peak reaching 4,300 m. Return to the mountain refuge in the afternoon.
🎿 Backcountry Skiing · 🏔 Arabel Plateau · 4,300 m

9 Day. Skiing at Arabel Plateau
ARABEL PLATEAU → BOKONBAEVO
Continue backcountry skiing on the Arabel Plateau, climbing another peak at 4,400 m near Sook Pass. Afterwards, transfer to Bokonbaevo for dinner and overnight with a friendly Kyrgyz family.
🎿 Backcountry Skiing · 🏔 4,400 m · Sook Pass · 🏡 Kyrgyz Family Stay

10 Day. Bokonbaevo → Bishkek
BOKONBAEVO → BISHKEK
Depart early for Bishkek. After arrival, enjoy a short visit to the city center, followed by dinner at a typical Central Asian restaurant. Overnight in a guest house.
🚗 Transfer · 🚶 Bishkek City Visit · 🍽 Central Asian Dinner

11 Day. Departure
BISHKEK → MANAS AIRPORT
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. End of service.
✈️ Airport Transfer

2026-2027 prices
Price depends on group size
€1,190/person
9 travellers
€1,250/person
8 travellers
€1,320/person
7 travellers
€1,420/person
6 travellers
€1,560/person
5 travellers
€1,770/person
4 travellers
What’s included
Bishkek airport transfers
Local transport throughout the tour
- Professional backcountry ski guide
- Accommodation per itinerary
All meals and drinking water
- Eagle hunting demonstration
Travel coordination and logistics
Daily evening guide briefings
Not included
International flights
- Travel insurance
Alcohol
- Ski equipment rental
Personal medication and personal expenses
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. With seven days of skiing up to 4,400m, this tour is designed for intermediate to advanced skiers comfortable off-piste.
A professional backcountry ski guide is included. Ski touring equipment is not included and should be brought with you.
Warm layered clothing, a waterproof shell, gloves, a hat, ski goggles, sturdy winter boots, plus backcountry safety gear suitable for altitudes above 4,300m.
To confirm your booking, a €300 deposit is required. The deposit is non-refundable in case of cancellation. The remaining balance is paid in cash on arrival in Bishkek.
Golden Book / Reviews
EXCELLENT
Based on 21 reviews
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Jérémy MertensTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Si vous cherchez une agence de voyage pour des tours organisés au Kirghizistan n'hésitez pas et choisissez KAGAN ! L'organisation est parfaite, les lieux visités incroyables et le contact avec la population Kyrgyz est rendue très facile par le guide qui accompagne le groupe, un gros point positif pour Aimara la meilleure guide francophone 😁. Certainement l'un des meilleurs rapports qualité/prix au Kirghizistan !Posted on Google![]()
Karine MalouinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous recherchions une agence pouvant nous fournir un guide francophone, mais aussi une expérience immersive selon nos goûts, nos besoins et en très petit groupe. Ils ont répondu à toutes nos attentes, et même au delà, avec ouverture et flexibilité. Nous avons créé quelque chose de magique avec notre guide et notre chauffeur et avons vécu l'un des plus beau voyage de notre vie.Posted on Google![]()
Alicia VerlindenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous sommes partis au Kirghizistan ce mois de juin 2026 avec Kagan et leur guide Nurtilek (Rick pour les intimes). Tout était vraiment parfait! Le voyage était bien organisé, les logements de bonne qualité, le programme correspondait à nos attentes et les activités étaient supers. Étant donné notre manque de connaissance en russe, c’était pratique d’avoir un guide avec nous! L’équipe de Kagan était à l’écoute et nous avons vraiment eu un voyage super, je recommande ☺️Posted on Google![]()
Valentin GoncalvesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous venons de réaliser un voyage de 12 jours au Kirghizstan entre amis. Tout a été parfait du début à la fin. L’agence est organisée, et à l’écoute. Aimira est très réactive. Notre guide Azamat, par sa gentillesse, sa disponibilité, son professionnalisme et sa connaissance du pays, a largement contribué à rendre notre expérience inoubliable. Notre chauffeur Akil a également été irréprochable tout au long du voyage. Nous recommandons cette agence les yeux fermés à tous ceux qui souhaitent ce magnifique pays! Merci encore.Posted on Google![]()
Nicolas BrunautTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons fait 15 jours de voyage au Kirghizistan via Kagan en auto-tour, l'un des premiers qu'ils proposaient. Nous avons apprécié le fait d'être en autonomie pour découvrir le pays, tout en n'ayant pas à se préoccuper du planning et des activités et des commodités ennuyantes (aller-retour à l'aéroport). Nous avons été accueilli dans cette agence à taille humaine, qui nous a présenté notre tour, puis avons eu les clefs de notre 4X4, et c'était parti pour 15 jours en autonomie, avec des check réguliers a distance avec nos guides (anglophone puis francophone). Pour une des premières proposées par l'agence, rien à redire, tout s'est bien passé, chaque stop avait son intérêt, chaque lieu valait la peine d'être vue afin de bien profiter du Kirghizistan. Nous avons pu également adapter le séjour initial proposé puisque nous restions quelques jours en plus. Lors de notre séjour, un voyant moteur s'est allumé sur la voiture, l'agence Kagan a su réagir et nous trouver un mécanicien à notre étape, qui a réparé la panne (injecteur mort), sans le moindre frais pour nous, et sans la moindre contrainte car le mécanicien s'est déplacé jusqu'à notre logement. Il ne manque qu'un petit livret à recevoir au départ pour être encore plus autonome, et tout serait parfait ! Pour info, ils sont en partenariat pour ce trajet avec My Kirghiz Friends, qui aura le même commentaire.Posted on Google![]()
Nathan FellousTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons effectué un roadtrip de 12 jours organisé par KAGAN. Tous les membres de l'agence était courtois, professionnels et disponibles. Ce tour était inoubliable ! Je recommande fortement de voyagzr avec KAGAN !Posted on Google![]()
Grace FosterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Azamat guided a small group of us women through the backcountry on horseback with a team of two other Kyrgyz guides. We were able to have all of our needs met throughout the trip between weather preparedness, a flexible schedule and accommodations. We will miss our time with them in the mountains deeply.Posted on Google![]()
Anne MadiesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons passé 3 semaines au Kirghizstan cet été. Nous voulions voir la diversité du pays et faire des treks. Kagan a parfaitement répondu à nos attentes. Nous avons fait un voyage extraordinaire, très varié et avons pu avoir un aperçu de la vie quotidienne du pays. Les treks étaient splendides et Kagan a su très bien gérer les imprévus du voyage. Notre guide francophone Sergey a aussi contribué à sa réussite en sachant adapter le programme à nos souhaits. En résumé, Je vous recommande cette petite agence locale!Posted on Google![]()
Julien AltacimaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons fait un voyage de 11 jours en juin 2025 avec un groupe de 10 personnes. L'équipe locale était très professionnelle et attentive à nos souhaits (guide francophone et chauffeur/mécanicien). Les 4x4 que nous avons loués étaient en parfaits états et adaptés au parcours. Nous remercions Aydana et Azamat pour leur organisation sans faille et leur disponibilité avant, pendant et après le voyage. Un grand merci à KAGAN.
Our customers regularly share their experiences, whether on our Google page or our Facebook page. The feedback is varied – some highlight our hospitality in the guesthouse, our availability or the quality of our services when traveling in Kyrgyzstan, others help us to improve. And it’s precisely thanks to this feedback that KAGAN evolves every day.
Thank you to all those who put their trust in us!
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Stay at a winter yurt camp in Kyrgyzstan at 2,800 m and explore the Suusamyr Range by ski touring, freeride and splitboard.
Price Per Person:
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Features:
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From the green expanses of Suusamyr to the remote shores of Lake Son Kul and the blue waters of Lake Issyk Kul, each day brings a new horizon. You’ll ride through untouched valleys, cross high mountain passes above 3000 meters, and share moments with nomadic families living in yurts, far from modern life. Nights are spent under the stars, in tents or traditional yurts, surrounded by silence and nature.
Our horses are carefully selected for endurance and comfort, perfectly adapted to long days in the mountains. Supported by an experienced local team, you can fully enjoy the journey — whether riding across rolling hills, following rivers, or climbing toward panoramic viewpoints.
This adventure is made for travelers seeking authenticity, freedom, and connection with nature. It’s more than a trip — it’s a journey into the heart of nomadic Kyrgyzstan, where every day leaves a lasting impression.
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