Mazar Pass (Kyrgyz-Ata)

Trail description

An ascent in the Kyrgyz-Ata National Park from the village of Kaldai through a valley and juniper forests to the Mazar Pass at an elevation of approximately 3300 m. The one-way distance is about 8 km with roughly 1000 m of elevation gain, making for a 16 km round trip suitable for a full day. At the top, panoramic views of the snowy peaks of Kichi-Alai unfold, and shepherd camps can be encountered along the way. The season runs from April to October; thunderstorms are frequent in the afternoons during summer. From Osh, take a minibus to Nookat, then a taxi on a dirt road to the park. According to traveler reviews, the park entrance fee was 250 soms (2024).

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