Contrast is the theme of this tour. You will experience the lush, green alpine forests of Chon-Kemin and the arid, red rocky landscapes of Kok-Moinok in a single day.
Horse Riding & Hiking Combo: Chon-Kemin & Canyons. 🐎 Ride horses in the National Park and hike the Red Canyons of Kok-Moinok. The perfect mix of forest and rock. Adventure awaits!
Tour Chon-Kemin Horse Riding & Canyon Hiking Highlights
- Chon-Kemin National Park (Horseback Riding):
- Experience: We begin in the pristine Chon-Kemin valley. You will mount well-trained horses for a guided ride through spruce forests and alpine meadows.
- Expert Fact: Chon-Kemin was established as a National Park in 1997 to protect its unique biodiversity, including the snow leopard and golden eagle. It is one of the few places in Kyrgyzstan where the Tien-Shan spruce forest is so well-preserved.
- Kok-Moinok Canyons (Hiking):
- Experience: After the cool mountain air of the park, we descend to the dry, warm canyons of Kok-Moinok for a hiking adventure. The labyrinth of red rocks offers a totally different vibe.
- Expert Fact: The contrast between Chon-Kemin (lush, green/white) and Kok-Moinok (arid, red) is due to the “rain shadow” effect created by the surrounding mountain ranges, making this route a geographer’s dream.
- Local Gastronomy:
- Experience: The tour includes a lunch at a local guesthouse in the Chon-Kemin valley, famous for its hospitality and homemade jams.
