Location
China
Kyrgyzstan
Duration
25D/24N
Meeting point
Bishkek
Group size
10
Activiry level
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What will you experience?
The name Muztagh Ata means “Ice Father” in the local Uygyr language. It’s easy to understand why it got such name, as it really dominates all surroundings. Its glaciated summit looms about 4 kilometers over the beautiful Subashi Valley and the deep blue Karakol Lake completes the picture.
Our aim is the Muztagh Ata peak! And our journey will start from the capital of Kyrgyzstan – Bishkek. Our next stop and city closest to the Base Camp of Muztagh-Ata is Kashgar. For many centuries Kashgar as a magnet have been attracting adventure-seekers from all over the world. Thousands of caravans and expeditions were passing through this city; it was an ancient gate to Central Asia and Tibet, China and India. Some of those who were passing through Kashgar remembered it for the lifetime, and others, being charmed by the place, stayed here forever. And you will be one of those lucky few who decided to cross this land to get to the Base Camp under Muztagh Ata peak.
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Intinerary
Pick up at Bishkek airport and drive to Naryn, where we’ll spend the night in our hotel.
After our breakfast in hotel, we’ll drive through Torugat pass where we’ll meet with our Chinese Driver and Guide at the border. Here, we’ll change our vehicle and drive to Kashgar after Chinese customs and immigration checks gives us an all clear. We’ll arrive in Kashgar in the evening.
We will drive along the Karakorum highway winding for several hours through the narrow gorge of the Gez River then ascend to an altitude of 3900 m by the shores of Karakur lake, 196 km from Kashgar. Horses, yaks and camels graze on the rich pasturage. Accommodation in tents.
In the morning we rise for a hike of 13km to base camp. With the camels carrying the team’s equipment, we trek over a level plane and then climb steadily through barren hills to the base camp, which is approximately a 4-hour walk. Drifts of alpine flowers cover the slopes as we approach our destination and the local marmots can often be heard calling out a welcome. Camping overnight.
Period for climbing of Muztag-Ata, which requires building and supplying three high camps. Meals are provided only at the base camp, however if climbers choose to go further they will need to bring their own food.
In the morning we will go down to Subashi by trekking, again our gear will be taken by camels. At Subashi our transport to Kashgar will already be waiting and we will arrive there in early evening. Hotel accommodation.
Our last day of the expedition. Our tour includes the tombs of Abakh Hoja Tomb, well-known Kashgar Bazaar, the famous Mosque and the most unique old town with typical Uyghur styled homes. We visit the various shopping alleys full of noodle shops, bakeries, teashops, blacksmiths and carpenters.
After breakfast, drive to the Torugat Pass, were we’ll cross the border and meet with our Kyrgyz guide and driver at the pass and continue our drive to the city of Naryn.
After the breakfast in hotel, we’ll drive to Bishkek and transfer to Asia Mountain hotel. There you will have free time for sight-seeing of Kyrgyzstan capital.
Today we’ll transfer you to Bishkek airport to catch your flight. Here we say our goodbyes and wish you for a safe flight home.
What`s included?
All necessary permits and government tax
All necessary overland transfers/Bishkek-Bishkek
Enough camels for the luggage transfer from Subash to BC and BC to Subash
Hotel accommodations in Kashgar, Naryn and Bishkek, and one-night camping in subash village (Edara)
10 days full board food at the BC spread over whole expedition time
Meals from Bishkek and back to Bishkek after expedition
Good kitchen utilities
Good sized quality BC tent and mattresses (one tent shared by two people)
Mass tent for living
Sufficient staff (cook, assistant) at BC according the group size and includes their salary and insurance
High altitude food and altitude tent
Mountain guide (English speaking) above BC
Guide throughout the trip in China and in Kyrgyzstan
Liaison officer
One day sightseeing in Kashgar, including cultural guide, full board meal, transportation
Custom clearance
Invitation letter for Chinese visa if necessary
What`s not included?
High altitude porters (from 4500m – camp 3)
Airport transfers to/from Bishkek
Insurance of any kind
Any other item on personal interest
Excursion not listed
Extra meal
Cold drink
Tip for staff
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Dates & Prices
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Availability |
Price,per person |
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| 09/07/2024 | 2 in stock - 371 | 3980 EUR | Book now |