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Kyrgyzstan

Yurt Experience

Immerse yourself in the natural landscape and experience Kyrgyzstan's traditional nomadic culture in three different yurt camps. A group and family adventure with a focus on nature, sports, and fun.

Next departure: 01.07.2026

Duration: 14 days
Group size: 5 – 9
From: CHF 1300.-

Meeting point: Bishkek

About this trip

The trip in brief.

This trip is all about experiencing the Kyrgyz country as a family. During this trip we stay at 3 totally different yurt camps where we discover great landscapes and see for ourselves how nomadic people live and take care of their animals. The activities around the yurts can be customized for every family.

“It was an unforgettable journey. A chill day by the lake, exciting walks, sleeping in a tent, horserding, sleeping in Yurts,... Anne had thought everything out perfectly and we never had to worry about anything."
Annelies G., Belgium
What makes this trip

Good reasons to join.

Countryside family life

Experience Kyrgyz traditions embedded in the life of nomadic families in the countryside.

Customized activities

Adjust activities depending on your family’s flavour. Not in the mood today? Let’s postpone and find something more exciting for now… We are as flexible as a bungee rope.

A big adventure - and an even bigger experience!

Not only kids widen their horizon during this multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary trip.

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Is this trip for you?

This trip is for you if...

This trip is perfect for families but also for a group of friends, … This trip allows people with different fitness level, different interests to all have a great time in this wonderfull country.

This trip is probably not for you if...

People looking for very remote experiences. Or people looking for big physical challenges.

Your guides

Who is taking you there.

Guide, Bike Mechanic, Art Director and Backoffice Workhorse
Klosters, Switzerland
“Only dead fish follow the stream.”
Guide, emergency back-up contact
Belgium
Day by day

The itinerary.

Day 1: Arrival at the airport, transfer to yurt camp 1.

Day 2 – 5: Activities around the yurt camp such as: eagle hunt show, horseriding, hiking, felt workshop, cooking workshop, … Optional is a 2 day trekking with packhorses.

Day 6: Transfer to yurt camp 2 along the Issyk Kul lake shore. Time for swimming, kayaking: enjoying some Kyrgyz beachtime.

Day 7: Transfer to a guesthouse in Karakol.

Day 8 – 12: Our car brings us to the last yurt camp. On site multiple workshops and hikes are possible. Our program is completely flexible.

Day 13: Long transfer from Karakol to the capital Bishkek. Enjoying a nice dinner together in the city.

Day 14: Flying home

Trip profile

What to expect.

Outdoor

We spend most of our time in Yurt camps, enjoying the outdoor life.

Comfort

All yurt camps have basic comfort.

Physical

Our activities can be customized to fit your family. Children can sit on horses on dayhikes if wanted.

Technical

No experience needed. But an adventure mindset is necessary.

What's covered

Included & excluded.

Included

  • All land transport in Kyrgyzstan
  • Trip logistics and coordination
  • Guiding
  • All accommodations and meals
  • Use of camping equipment, in case of 2 day trek

Not included

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • International flights
  • Insurances
  • Personal expenses
  • Additional activities
On the ground

Food & Accommodation.

Food

We eat local food at the Yurtcamps. Cooking local food is also one of the activities that we provide. Vegetarians are also welcome ( please provide our this information in advance)

Accommodation

1x hostel 8x yurt 2x guesthouse 1x tent (optional)
What to pack

Gear & Equipment.

What to bring

A detailed packing list will be provided. ( possible to travel with hand luggage only for this trip)

The details

Practical Information.

Dates

Summer ’26 – on request.

Duration

12 days + 2 travel days

Group Size

5 – 9 people or 2 families

Pricing

CHF 1300.- ( 8 – 9 participants)
CHF 1550.- ( 6 – 7 participants)
CHF 2050.- ( 4 – 5 participants)
Contact us for your individual group arrangement.

Meeting Point

Bishkek
Bishkek Airport

Nearest Airport

Manas International Airport (BSZ), Bischkek

Luggage Transport

Airport Transfers

Safety first

Safety & insurance.

tunduk operates a structured risk management concept that applies to every trip. Prevention is the priority – we mitigate risk with conservative route decisions, timing, and group management. When conditions change, plans change.

All participants are required to read the tunduk Emergency Concept. It covers prevention, decision-making in the field, and emergency procedures.

On all trips in remote areas without mobile coverage we carry a Garmin inReach satellite communicator for emergency communication.

general travel safety information on our destination pages →

Insurance is the responsibility of each participant. Coverage must include health (illness and accident), rescue and evacuation in the destination country, and repatriation. We may ask for proof of insurance prior to departure.

Travel insurance is not mandatory but strongly recommended. It should cover trip cancellation, lost equipment, and any activity-specific risks relevant to the trip.

Participants are responsible for their own insurance (rescue, evacuation, health, travel cancellation, etc.) and a proof has to be presented to the organizer prior to the trip.

travel info

Visa & entry.

Most nationalities can enter Kyrgyzstan visa-free for stays up to 30 days. Participants are responsible for checking visa requirements for their nationality.

Full travel information for 

changing plans

Cancellation Policy.

Up to 120 days before departure

20%

Up to 60 days before departure

50%

Up to 30 days before departure

80%

Less than 30 days before departure

100%

Any costs already incurred on your behalf at the time of cancellation – such as for train tickets, reservations, or permits – will be charged in full, regardless of the above schedule. In exceptional cases tunduk may offer a full refund minus a handling fee of CHF 200 at its discretion. Only upon request and without guaranteed right.

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