📜 Glacial lake surrounded by high rocks with an unreal blue hue, formed by tectonic movements.
🔍 Located 20 kilometers from Karakol, at an altitude of more than 3,500 meters above sea level.
🌊 Stunning blue-green lake in the Terskey Alatau mountain range
⛰️ Incredible panoramic views from Ala Kul pass at 3900 meters
🚶♀️ Popular and rewarding multi-day trek, considered most beautiful section of Ak Suu Traverse
🐐 Chance to meet a flock of wild goats
⚠️ Ascent is quite difficult, trail is rocky and steep
🥶 Weather is extremely unpredictable, even in summer (snow, rain, storms, wind)
🐎 Only accessible on foot, horses cannot reach the lake due to steepness
🗓️ Best done in mid-summer (July or August) to early September for optimal conditions.
🎒 Do not take overly heavy equipment; acclimatization is desirable before climbing.
🏕️ Recommended to plan for 4 days to fully enjoy the trek and camp at the lake.
📍 Karakol is the base town for the trek, offering accommodation and services.
💰 Trekking tour starts from €580 to €780 per person (guided, 8 days).
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