Suusamyr – paradise of the Backcountry Skiing
Suusamyr Backcountry Skiing
Nine days of backcountry ski touring through the Suusamyr valley, with a day on horseback along the shores of Toktogul lake.
Nine days of backcountry ski touring through the Suusamyr valley, with a day on horseback along the shores of Toktogul lake.
📅 9 Days
⛷️ 7 Ski Days
🏔️ Suusamyr Valley
🐎 Horse Riding
The circuit
9 Days Deep in the Suusamyr Backcountry
9 days deep in the Suusamyr valley, with seven days of backcountry ski touring and one day on horseback along the shores of Toktogul lake. This route climbs through Too-Ashuu, Kichi-Suusamyr, Aramza Suu and the Ala-Bel pass, based from a yurt camp at Otmok.
A Russian sauna in Toktogul and a day in the saddle break up the skiing, making this one of KAGAN’s most complete backcountry itineraries for skiers who want variety alongside serious vertical.

Ski touring
from €1,120
/ person · group 9 people
Duration
9 days
Ski days
7 days
Required level
Intermediate/
Advanced
Maximum Altitude
3,800 m
Season
January – mid-March
Airport Transfer
Book the tour
Day by day
Detailed Program
1 Day. Arrival & Transfer to Suusamyr Valley
BISHKEK → SUUSAMYR VALLEY
The Kyrgyz guide meets you at the airport, with transfer to the Suusamyr valley. Optional skiing at the Too-Ashuu resort before overnight at the ski lodge, 2,800m.
🚗 Transfer 150 km · ⛷ Too Ashuu Ski Resort · 🏔 2,800 m

2 Day. First Backcountry Skiing Day
TOO-ASHUU → OTMOK VALLEY
Start your ski touring adventure with a day of backcountry skiing and lunch in the mountains. Return to the ski resort before driving to the yurt camp in Otmok Valley. The car cannot reach the camp, so the final 20 minutes are completed by ski touring.
🚗 Ski Touring +700m · 🎿 Backcountry Skiing · 🏕 Yurt Camp

3 Day. Backcountry Skiing in Kichi-Suusamyr
OTMOK VALLEY
Start ski touring directly from the yurt camp. Cross the river and explore the mountains of Kichi-Suusamyr. Enjoy lunch in the mountains before returning to the same yurt camp.
🎿 Backcountry Skiing · 🏔 Kichi-Suusamyr · +1,000 m

4 Day. Backcountry Skiing in Aramza-Suu
OTMOK VALLEY
Another day of ski touring, covering around 20 km. Cross the river by bridge and climb towards the Aramza-Suu Mountains. Lunch in the mountains before returning to the yurt camp. Evening briefing with the guide.
🎿 Ski Touring · 🏔 Aramza-Suu Mountains · ~20 km · +900 m

5 Day. Backcountry Skiing at Ala-Bel Pass
ALA-BEL PASS → TOKTOGUL
Drive to Ala-Bel Pass at 3,150 m and begin a backcountry ski touring day. Choose one of the peaks reaching up to 3,800 m. Enjoy a picnic in the mountains before returning to the vehicle and driving to Toktogul. Relax in a traditional Russian hot sauna and stay overnight in a guest house.
🎿 Backcountry Skiing · 🏔 Ala-Bel Pass · 3,150–3,800 m · ♨️ Hot Sauna

6 Day. Horseback Riding at Toktogul Lake
TOKTOGUL
Spend the day exploring the beautiful landscapes around Toktogul Lake on horseback. Enjoy a picnic in the mountains before returning to the yurt camp for dinner and overnight.
🐎 Horseback Riding · 🏔 Mountain Picnic · 🌊 Toktogul Lake · 4h horseback riding

7 Day. Backcountry Skiing in Otmok Mountains
OTMOK MOUNTAINS
Drive to the starting point of the ski tour and head into the Otmok Mountains. The terrain allows for several ascents and descents on the same slopes. Return to the yurt camp and have an evening briefing with the guide.
🎿 Backcountry Skiing · 🏔 Otmok Mountains · +700 m · 140 km driving

8 Day. Backcountry Skiing at Ala-Bel Pass
ALA-BEL PASS
Your final day of backcountry skiing takes place around Ala-Bel Pass. After a one-hour drive, begin ski touring and enjoy lunch in the mountains before returning to the yurt camp for dinner and overnight.
🎿 Backcountry Skiing · 🏔 Ala-Bel Pass · Mountain Lunch

9 Day. Toktogul → Bishkek
BISHKEK
Drive to Bishkek and arrive around lunchtime. Explore the capital on a walking tour before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at a hotel.
🚗 200 km · 🚶 Bishkek City Tour · 🍽 Dinner · 🏨 Hotel

10 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
€1,120/person
9 travellers
€1,170/person
8 travellers
€1,220/person
7 travellers
€1,290/person
6 travellers
€1,390/person
5 travellers
€1,540/person
4 travellers
What’s included
Bishkek airport transfers
Local transport throughout the tour
- Rental of horses per itinerary
- Rental of horses
Sauna in Toktogul
- All meals and drinking water
Travel coordination and logistics
Not included
International flights
- Travel insurance
- Professional guide of backcountry skiing – €1400 for full tour period
- Alcohol
Ski equipment rental
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. This tour combines seven days of backcountry ski touring with one day on horseback, and is designed for intermediate to advanced skiers comfortable off-piste.
No. Ski touring equipment and the professional backcountry ski guide are booked separately and are not included in the price shown.
Warm layered clothing, a waterproof shell, gloves, a hat, ski goggles, sturdy winter boots, plus backcountry safety gear, and riding-appropriate layers for the horseback day.
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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Features:
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:
This program is for travellers who will rent a car and do not have a fixed plan for their trip.
Offroad Nomad is a 13-day self-drive itinerary designed for 4x4 travel in Kyrgyzstan. It provides a structured route, daily driving guidance, and logistical support for the full journey.
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Support is provided through daily briefings with a tour manager, including information on road conditions, fuel availability, and connectivity. Some areas on the route have limited or no mobile network coverage, so key arrangements are discussed in advance.
The program includes stops for walking, short hikes, horseback riding, and cultural activities depending on location and conditions. Certain sections of the route pass through remote areas where services are limited, so fuel and supplies are planned in advance through main towns along the route.
The tour starts and ends in the capital city, where the vehicle is collected and returned according to the agreed procedure.
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Features:
Across the Tien Shan on Horseback is our signature horseback journey, designed for those who want to experience the true spirit of the mountains. Over ten days, you’ll travel across the wild landscapes of Kyrgyzstan — from high alpine passes to vast open valleys — guided by the rhythm of your horse and the traditions of nomadic life.
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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