Peak Lenin Base Camp

Peak Lenin Base Camp 2045 , 11 Days

If you want exciting mountain vacation, combined with a full comfort and cozy relax – here is a tour in the Pamir that will match this all. The famous Lenin Peak area is like mountain heaven for every adventure lover. You can enjoy majestic alpine landscapes with fabulous lakes. You can breath fresh mountain air and get familiar with the locals’ life of nomads. You can climb up to the near hills and enjoy the breathtaking view of Alay Valley or participate in easy mountain hiking and walking trails. There will be comfortable yurt camps waiting for you. You can like play volleyball, relax in a sauna and experience the delicious traditional Kyrgyz cuisine, prepared by professional cook. There is a possibility for a cultural sightseeing tour of visa-free entry Kyrgyzstan. The tour is also suitable for kids at age 8 or more.

Highlights:
♦ Pamir Mountains - located in Central Asia and are formed by the junction of the Tian Shan, Karakorum, Kunlun and Hindu Kush ranges. One of the highest mountain chains in the world.
♦ Lenin Peak - Rises up to 7,134 metres and is considered one of the easiest peaks to climb. Every year hundreds of mountaineers make their way to it.
♦ Petrovskiy Peak - a small and easy peak, located very close to Lenin peak, with stunning views from its summit.


Itinerary:

Day 1. Arrival in Osh.
Meet your local guide and transfer to hotel, rest to lunch and then we have sightseeing tour - first place to visit is Osh Bazaar (market), the largest market in Central Asia, will visit the Suleiman Mount, one of the main shrines of the Islamic world in Central Asia, historical museum, located right in the main cave. After the excursion in the museum, you follow the way of all pilgrims up to the top of the hill where you watch a little Mosque of Babur, the founder of
the Great Mogul Dynasty, and take a bird’s eye view of the city. We can also visit the central square and go for a short walk in the city park. Dinner and preparation for the trek. -/L/D

Day 2. Osh city – Kozho-Kelen village
After breakfast drive from Osh to Kozho-Kelen village. Along the road you can see exotic nature (mountains, meadows, flower fields and shepherd’s life). As well visible on the way The Papan reservoir, that provides all Osh city residents with water and it is used for irrigation the agriculture of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. The road distance is 100 km and takes about 3.5 hours to reach the Kozho-Kelen, overnight in a local family’s home. The road goes along the Ak-Buura river and both sides of road surrounded with green juniper mountains. Upon arrival in Kozho Kelen(2300m. asl) we will stay in the house of a local family and go on an acclimatization walk (2-3 hours). Lunchboxes for lunch. We will visit Blue Grot and the waterfall. The trail goes through narrow mountain canyons, where one can see unusual forms of cliffs and rocks.Then we return back to the guesthouse and have a rest and dinner. B/L/D
Travel time: 2-3 hrs; altitude difference: +1320 m

Day 3. Kozho-Kelen village – foot of Dzhyptyk pass
After breakfast we start trekking along the mountain river to the foot of Dzhyptyk pass. This is a unique place that best addresses the meaning of the word “jailoo”, where eye cathes the fantastic valley, snow-capped peaks of the majestic mountains, which are visible on the horizon. Fabulously beautiful mountains, clean air, mountain spruce, junipers, natural drawings on the rocks harmoniously complement the landscape. Upon arrival to the tent camp dinner and overnight. B/L/D
Walking time: 4-5 hrs; altitude difference: +780 m

Day 4. Dzhiptyk pass – Alai valley, Darbaza Tash yurt camp
Today, we cross Dzhyptyk pass and get Alai valley. In the beginning, we have a light trek through alpine meadows to the upside of Dzhyptyk gorge, then we ascent to the pass along steep scree slope. The way to pass is to take around 4-5 hours. From the top of the pass, you enjoyed a view of the Alai Valley and the majestic Pamir. If we are lucky and have good weather, far away you can see the seventhousander Lenin Peak and the great panorama of the Zaalay range. After lunch, we descend to the gorge along the old closed road to the "Rock Gate", a little more and, we arrive at the yurt camp. Accommodation in yurts, dinner, rest. B/L/D
Travel time: 6–8 hrs; altitude difference: -935 m, +1135 m.

Day 5. Yurt camp Darbaza Tash - Base camp Achik-Tash
Today After breakfast we move to the Achik-Tash Base Camp under Lenin Peak. The path to the Base Camp runs through the Alai Valley. Distance 80 km. Upon arrival at the camp, accommodation, lunch, dinner, rest. In the Base Camp there is a separate covered warm two-story dining room with a capacity of 160 people, with a separate bar, store and lounge area. Accommodation in stationary spacious tents with beds with double occupancy. The entire camp, as well as each tent, is equipped with electricity. Tent camp (3600m). B/L/D
Travel time: 2 hrs; altitude difference: +350 m

Day 6. Achik-Tash Base Camp – ridge of Petrovski peak
Today, we may go a little further afield by climbing to the ridge of nearby Petrovskiy Peak at 4200 m, from where there are spectacular views of the valley below and the Achik Tash tract. Also, it’s possible to stay the whole day in BC and have a rest and prepare and pack for the climb up to Camp 1 or ride paddleboards. B/L/D
Travel time: 4 hrs; altitude difference: +600 m, - 600 m.

Day 7.Achik-Tash Base Camp – Puteshestvennikov pass – Camp 1.
Today, we went further, to the foothill of Lenin Peak. After breakfast, we go to “Camp 1” over Puteshestvennikov pass (4150m). The ascent to the pass usually takes 1-1.5 hours by a good path. From the pass you’ll see excellent views of Lenin Peak and Lenin glacier. Sometimes, there is snow on the pass. Then we descend to the left moraine of the Lenin glacier and continue trekking up some 3 hours. Further, we should cross the river carefully. The best time for crossing is early morning, as the river rises rapidly throughout at this time. Across the left moraine of glacier to the Lenin glacier and hike to “Camp 1”. B/L/D
Travel time: 4-5 hrs; altitude difference: +800 m

Day 8. Camp 1 – Yukhin peak (5130 m) – Camp 1
After breakfast, we go to ascent Yukhin Peak (5,130 m). There is a breathtaking view to the North Face of Lenin Peak and the Alai Valley from the top. The classical route does not involve steep rock or ice climbing and does not require special equipment. After the ascent, we return to Camp1. B/L/D

Travel time: 5-7 hrs; altitude difference: +730 m, - 730 m.

Day 09. Camp 1 – Achik-Tash BC
After breakfast, we return to the Base Camp. Firstly, we hiked up a little bit, then went down for almost 4 hours. Upon arrival, we’ll take a well-deserved drink and shower! B/L/D
Travel time: 4 hrs; altitude difference: +100 m, - 800 m

Day 10. Achik-Tash BC – Osh city
We leave the mountain behind as we drive back to the city of Osh. We check-in to our hotel and have the rest of the day free to explore the town a bit or relax with a cold beer. B/L/D

Travel time: 6 hrs; altitude difference: - 2650 m

OBLIGATORY TO HAVE DURING THE TREK
- Waterproof trekking boots with ankle support
- Waterproof jacket or rain cape
- Sunhat or Cap with Ear and Neck Flap Cover
- Daypack 30 to 40 liters with rain cover
- Warm hat
- Sleeping bag (comfort rated -5°C, please ask about temperature)
- Trekking poles (highly recommended during stream crossings, steep incline or decline)
- Basic First Aid Kit including: antiseptic and antihistamine cream, throat lozenges, diarrhea treatment (Imodium), painkillers, plasters and blister treatment, insect repellent, and re-hydration salts
- Sun protection (including total bloc for ears, nose etc.)
- Fleece jacket or warm jumper
- Good quality sunglasses
- Warm gloves

TIPS AND GRATITUDE:
In Kyrgyzstan, tips are not obligatory however, are welcomed by the serving staff. Tips are usually not included into the prices in Kyrgyzstan. In the cafes/restaurants on the bills you can see Service 10% or 15%, but this is not tipping. This is their salary, what they will get paid. It is not bad to tip guides and drivers as well.
Tipping is an excellent way to show your appreciation of their services. To give you an idea of average tip is about 7-10 USD per day per person for all staff (drivers, guides, porters). Anyway, it is up to you, your level of satisfaction of their work and your possibilities.


Price Includes:
2 nights in Osh city at 3* Hotel
1 night in a guest-house in Kozho-Kellen village
2 nights in a Yurt/tent camp
3 nights in Base camp Achik-Tash in tents
2 nights in tent camp at Camp 1(4400m)
Meals as per program (B=breakfast/L=lunch/D=dinner)
Transport services from arrival until departure
Pack animal’s services (The packed weight of your trek bag while trekking should be no more than 12 kg of personal belongings. 1kg extra –20 $ per for program)
Bottled water (1 liter/day/pax) during trekking part – boiled water (please take your flasks)
Entrance and ecological fees during all the tour
Border permit to pass border zone

Not Included:
International flights
Visa invitations and visa fees; - for the citizens of countries outside the CIS
International flights
Health insurance
Sleeping bags
Photo/video fees at museums
Personal expenses
tips
porter fee in hotels,

Additional Services:
Upgrade: accommodation in yurt in Edelweiss Meadow camp : on request
Extra nights in Osh : price or request


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Peak Lenin Base Camp (Rated 4.74 / 5 Based on 446 Reviews.)
Price
2045 EUR
Duration
11 Days
Single Supplement
112 EUR
Status
Open for booking
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Reservation System Code
KGWLKPAMIR

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