⭐ The best private half-day tour to Ala-Archa from Bishkek. Includes transfer, guide, tickets, beautiful photos, and tea in the mountains. Price is per car. Book without prepayment!
Hotel pick-up: We pick you up from your hotel in Bishkek in the morning at 09:00 (or at any other convenient time).
Transfer to Ala-Archa National Park: The journey begins with a trip to the national park, which is located just 40 km from the city.
Arrival at Ala-Archa Gorge: Picturesque landscapes of the gorge await you, with the Ala-Archa mountain river, snow-capped peaks, and juniper slopes.
Walk through the heart of the gorge: We begin an easy walk along the turbulent mountain river.
Our special feature: tea time in the mountains: We set up a stop with the best view. We take out a thermos with hot tea and treat you to sweets.
Return to Bishkek: After the walk, we will arrange a transfer back to your hotel.
Total tour duration: About 5 hours (1 hour to get to the gorge, 3 hours for the walk, 1 hour to return to Bishkek).
*For those who wish for a longer hike (e.g., to Ak-Sai Waterfall or Ratsek Hut), it is possible to extend the tour (for an additional fee).
Additional Information
Price per group
Price per group (the entire car):
1 person — 115 USD (115 USD per person)
2 people — 120 USD (60 USD per person)
3 people — 125 USD (~41 USD per person)
4 people — 145 USD (~36 USD per person)
5 people — 165 USD (33 USD per person)
6 people — 170 USD (~28 USD per person)
✅ The exact cost for a hike to Ak-Sai waterfall or Ratsek hut is calculated in the booking form.
The tour price includes:
✅ Private transfer from the hotel and back ✅ Services of a personal expert guide (who is also your photographer) ✅ All entrance tickets to the National Park ✅ Signature tea with sweets ✅ Bottled water and treats for birds/squirrels
How payment is made:
✅ No prepayment ✅ In cash to the guide ✅ In Kyrgyz soms at the exchange rate of the National Bank on the day of payment.
Have questions?
Comfortable walking shoes;
Raincoat, windbreaker, or jacket depending on the season;
Cap or hat depending on the weather;
Sunglasses;
Backpack with snacks and water;
Sunscreen.
Yes, the standard 5-hour route is ideal for families with children. The walk is easy and not tiring, and feeding the birds and squirrels will be a delight.
Lunch is not included in the standard 5-hour program so that you can spend maximum time in the mountains. But at your request, we will gladly extend the tour by an hour and take you to an excellent cafe with a panoramic view or to a trout farm.