Tajikistan caters for trekkers of all levels of ability, some of whom want a serious challenge. Rather than repeating well-worn routes, we lead the fittest and most determined trekkers up peaks up to 6,000m, giving an incredible high-altitude experience without the need for specialist climbing skills. Each of our high-altitude treks is led by a professional alpinist and begins with an acclimatisation period in lower altitude mountains, and thorough training sessions on how to use safety equipment. Donkeys and porters will carry your baggage, leaving you free to enjoy the journey, but you will still have to be physically fit in order to make it to the top.
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This trekking trip include all highlights of Fann mountains designed for trekkers of all levels of ability, some of whom want a serious challenge. The most challenging and fascinating targets are Chimtarga mountains pass (4750m), giving an incredible high-altitude experience without the need for specialist climbing skills and Big Alo lakes visit which is in our opinion considered as one of the most beautiful lake in Fann mountains. Each of our high-altitude treks is led by a professional alpinist and begins with an acclimatisation period in lower altitude mountains, and thorough training sessions on how to use safety equipment. Donkeys and porters will carry your baggage, leaving you free to enjoy the journey, but you will still have to be physically fit in order to make it to the top.
Day 1: Dushanbe (900m)
On arrival at Dushanbe airport, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel. For the rest of the day you can rest or explore Dushanbe. Altitude: 900m
Day 2: Artuch alpine camp (2160m, 6-7hours drive )
We drive to the start point of the trek – Artuch alpine camp. 6-7 hours drive through Anzob pass, 270 km. Lunch in Sarvoda, dinner and accommodation at Artuch alpine camp cottage. Altitude: 2160m
Day 3: Kulikalon (2800m, 3-4hours)
The donkeys arrive in the morning to carry the luggage. After having a breakfast and short instruction by the mountain guide, we start 3-4 hours trekking. Overnight in Kulikalon area in the 2 persons tent. Altitude: 2800m
Day 4:Bibijanat lake(2800m)
Today we are acclimatizing to the high altitude and walk around the area. Explore every lake and maybe swim in some of them. Overnight near Bibijanat lake. Lunch in the tea house. Altitude: 2880m
Day 5: Alauddin lake (2770m, 10km, 6hours, +960m)
In the morning, we start ascend to Alaudin pass (3860 m). The beautiful panorama of the surrounding peaks and lakes will be seen from the top of pass. Descend to a campsite by the Alaudin lakes. Dinner at local tea house. Altitude: 2770m
Day 6: Mutnoe lake (3620m, 4hours)
After breakfast in the teahouse in Alaudin lake and visiting shrine Alauddin, we slowly start ascend to the Mutnoe lake (3520m) which takes about 4 hours. On the way, we enjoy the view to the peaks and small but very beautiful lake – Piala where we stop for the lunch. Porter with donkeys unload our luggage in Mutnoe Lake.
Day 7: Chimtarga (4560m)
The most challenging day starts early in the morning. We start moving toward Chimtarga pass (4750m). The path goes along glacier. We set our camp before the top of the pass, on the altitude 4560 m.
Day 8: Big Alo (3200m, )
After the breakfast we cross over the 4750 m high Chimtarga pass, which lies between the peaks Energia (5120 m) and Chimtarga (5489m). On the top of the pass, we can see the highest summits in Fann mountains such as Energia, 5120m, Zamok, 5150m, Chimtarga, 5489m. After the lunch we descend towards Big Alo, perhaps the most beautiful lake in Fann mountains. The camp sets up on the lake’s shore. Altitude: 3200m.
Day 9: Archamaydan river(1780m)
We continue descend along the Amshut river passing by small Alo lake (2340m). Overnight in Archmaydan river valley. Altitude: 1780m
Day 10: Dushanbe (7hours drive)
Early the morning we meet our driver and move to Dushanbe (approx. 7 hours).
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This phenomenal 21-day trekking trip through the Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan is truly unforgettable, offering a rare chance to explore this relatively untouched corner of the globe. On top of the magnificent mountain views of the Pamirs, made up of four glorious mountain peaks, you will also pass some of Tajikistan’s most beautiful alpine lakes. Tackle the challenging treks around lakes of Pamir, be awed by the artwork of ancient mountain-dwellers, and soak in the natural hot springs of Kavch and Garchashma. The discoveries are endless!
Trip Highlights:
- Trek and drive through authentic villages and remote landscapes you’ll have pretty much all to yourself
- Admire the spectacular views of the Pamir and Hindukush mountains and some of the world’s most beautiful mountain lakes
- Uncover the sights of Tajikistan’s capital city
- Soak tired muscles in the Garchashma and Kavch hot springs
- Witness some ancient petroglyphs
Overview:
- Trip Duration: 21 days
- Transport: trekking and vehicle (jeep)
- Accommodation: hotel, homestay, guesthouse and camping
- Difficulty: Advanced
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Day 1: Dushanbe (900m)
On arrival to Dushanbe airport, you will meet your guide and driver and be transferred to your hotel where you can have a short rest. After the breakfast, your guide will take you on a fascinating city tour of Dushanbe, Tajikistan’s leafy capital. Highlights of the city include the magnificent gold Somoni Monument, the world’s second-tallest flag pole, Rudaki Park, parliament, Hissar Fort, and the Navruz Hall.
Accommodation: 4* Atlas hotel
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Day 2: Kalaikhumb (3937m)
Today, you start your journey to the Pamir with a scenic drive over the mountain pass at Kalaikumb, located 3937 meters above sea level. We will take the southern road via Kulyab, which serves as an ideal halfway point for Khorog, splitting up the long drive. Along the way, we will pass a series of authentic villages along the Afghan border before checking into a local guesthouse for dinner and a rest.
Accommodation: Guesthouse.
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Day 3: Khorog (2200m)
After breakfast, we will drive to Khorog. This idyllic canyon town is the capital of the Gorno-Badakhshan (GBAO) region and lies surrounded by picturesque mountain peaks. Along the way, we will pass the Panj River which forms a natural border between Tajikistan and Afghanistan before having dinner and spending the night at a decent hotel.
Accommodation: 2* hotel
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Day 4: Ishkashim (2600m)
Today, we will drive towards Ishkashim, stopping along the way to soak in the incredible hot spring of Garmchashma, one of the most famous hot springs in Tajikistan. We will have dinner and spend the night at a local guesthouse.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
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Day 5: Langar (2900m)
We will continue the journey with a drive to the Vrang Buddha Stupa, an ancient Buddhist monastery not far from Yamchun fortress. Afterwards, we will head to Zong village where we will stop to explore the historic ruins of the Abrashim Qala fort. Our last stretch includes a drive to Langar where will stop for dinner and a good night’s sleep.Accommodation: Guesthouse
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Day 6: Engels Peak Meadow (4100m)
Today, we will embark on a beautiful trek up the hill from Langar to Engels Peak meadow. As we climb, we will also see some fascinating old petroglyphs. The hike offers a beautiful view of some of the tallest mountains of the Pamir, as well as the Wakhan Valley, Panj river and the Hindukush mountain range in Afghanistan. We will spend the night in a meadow to allow time for acclimatization.Accommodation: Camping
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Day 7: Langar (2900m)
After the breakfast, we will enjoy a leisurely hike around the Langar area, visiting the summer houses of local shepherds. When we have had our fill of this scenic landscape, we will slowly make our way back down to the Langar village
Accommodation: Guesthouse
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Day 8: Bachor (3170m)
After an early breakfast, we depart for the small village of Bachor by crossing the Khargush pass. If we arrive in good time, we will have a chance to stroll around the mountain village with its traditional architecture. Located 3170 meters above sea level, this is a fantastic opportunity to explore and chat to the friendly locals while acclimatizing at the same time.Accommodation: Homestay
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Day 9: Kavch (3600m, 10km, 5-6hors, +430m)
Wake up to snow-capped mountains in the village of Bachor. After a hearty breakfast, we will trek from Bachor to the Kavch Spring, located 3600 meters above sea level. After an approximately five-hour hike, we will stop and set up camp for the night. Tuck into a home-cooked dinner around the campfire before crawling into your cozy tent for a well-deserved rest, (3600 m) (10 km, +430 m, 5-6 hrs).
Accommodation: Camping
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Day 10: Hot spring(3600m, 6km, 4-5hours, +/-600 m)
Today is an acclimatization day as we climb up to the hot hydrogen sulfide springs in Kavch at an altitude of 4200 meters above sea level. If you wish, you can bathe in the hot springs (locals say the water has natural healing powers) and enjoy a picnic lunch. After a lazy afternoon, we will descend to base camp (3600 m) (6 km, +/-600 m, 4-5 hrs)
Accommodation: Camping
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Day 11: Chashin Lake(4300m, 10km, 6-7hours, +600m)
Wake up to the sounds of nature; this is as far away from modern civilization as it gets. Stock up on reserves with a hearty breakfast (it’s a seven-hour hiking day) before trekking from Kavch Spring to Chashin Lake, located 4300 meters above sea level. Don’t forget to enjoy the exceptional snow-capped views along the way! (10 km, +600 m, 6-7 hrs).
Accommodation: Camping (4200 m).
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Day 12: The lakes of Pamir (4518m, 16km, 6-7hours, +318 m, -218 m)
Today is more of a challenge as we ascend higher still from Chasin Lake (4200 m) to Zaroshkkul Lake (4518 m). After we’ve had time to enjoy the views, we will continue onwards to Kulen Lake (4300 m) – one of the most photogenic lakes in the region. Here, we will stop and set up camp for the night. You’ve earned a Tajik-style dinner and a good rest. (16 km, +318 m, -218 m, 6-7 hrs).
Accommodation: Camping
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Day 13: Uchkul Lake (4300m, 10km, 5-6hours -200m, +200 m)
After breakfast, we set off early. Admire the incredible views over Kulen Lake as we trek to the gorgeous Zaurbek pasture (4100 m), home to yak, sheep and other mountain cattle. We will continue onwards to Uchkul Lake (4300 m) where we will set up camp for the night with the most spectacular views. (10 km, -200m, +200 m, 5-6 hrs)
Accommodation: Camping
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Day 14: Chapdarkul lake(4529m, 12km, 5-6hours, +300m, -100m)
Today, we start on a five-hour trek to the fork of Pass Langar, where you will have the chance to explore the rugged terrain and discover hidden wonders along the way.
We will ascend towards Chapdarkul Lake, a stunning alpine lake nestled at an impressive altitude of 4,553 meters above sea level. The climb to the lake may prove to be a challenge, but the breathtaking views and unique landscapes along the way will make every step well worth it. (12km, +310m, -100m).
Overnight Camping
Accommodation: Camping
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Day 15: Bachor Pasture (1360m, 19km, 7-8hours, +60m, -1340m)
It’s time to make our way down again, descending towards the Bachor pasture. It is going to be gradual long descend along the Langar river through wide valley of river Chapdarkul through numerous herds of yaks, to pasture Lower Bachor (3630m) located at the confluence of Chapdarkul and Gunt. (19 km, 8 hrs, +60m, -1340m).
Accommodation: Camping
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Day 16: Bulunkul (3700m, 110km, 4hours, +300 m, -200 m)
Today we will cross the Gunt River, located slightly below the stunning alpine Yashilkul Lake. There are three options for getting across the river, depending on the water level of the river delta at the time we are trekking.
If the conditions are favorable, we will cross unassisted or otherwise by vehicle (jeep). When we’ve crossed Yashilkul Lake, we will depart for Bulunkul village (24 km, 1 hour). Here we enjoy dinner and spend the night at a local homestay (3700 m). (8 km, -200 m, +300 m, -200 m, 4-5 hrs).
Accommodation: Homestay
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Day 17: Karakul (3900m)
Karakul After the breakfast, we will drive towards Karakul through the authentic Murghab town. On the way, we will see Ak-balik lake and drive over the Ak Baital mountain pass before resting at a local guesthouse in Karakul, home to the saltiest lake in Tajikistan.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
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Day 18: Kyzyl Art (4280m)
In the morning, we will drive to the Kyrgyz border check point where we will meet our Kyrgyz driver and guide.
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The target of this high altitude trek is the top of Mount Mayakovskiy (6,096m) in the south-western corner of the Tajik province of Gorno-Badakhshan. First climbed by Soviet mountaineers in the late 1940s, the peak is the highest point of the Ishkashim Range but it is not a technically difficult climb. Including time to acclimatise at each of the base camps, we take a minimum of 10 days to complete this climb, sleeping each night under canvas in one of the world’s last great and unspoilt wildernesses.
The trekking programme includes:
- Jeep tour programme
- Acclimatisation trek in 4,000m mountains
- Trek and climb to peak Mayakovsky (6,095m)
Mayakovsky peak, © Konstantin Dikovsky
Trip Date & Price
Season of the Trip
June – End of September
Included
- English speaking guide
- Transportation
- Accommodation
- All meals noted in itinerary (B,L,D)
- All permits and taxes
- Airport pick up/drop off
Excluded
- International/local Flights
- Visa fee
- Alcoholic beverage
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities to guides and drivers
Food and Drinks
A typical Tajikistan meal is a sumptuous affair with appetizers and soups, exquisite preparations of meat and specially cooked rice. Many indigenous soups are also prepared in Tajikistan. Tea is the most common drink among the inhabitants of Tajikistan, although many restaurants also serve wine, beer and vodka.
A large group will be accompanied by a cook while trekking who will prepare freshly cooked, high-energy food with a blend of Tajik and Western flavours.
Cultural and Social etiquette
- Men typically salute each other with handshakes and women typically salute women with hugs. With opposite sex the greeting is made only by putting the right hand on the heart.
- In the countryside, people wear in traditional clothes. We do not recommend bringing, shorts, tank tops/singlets and any types of clothes with bare shoulders, above the knee and backs
- Make sure that you ask permission for visiting mosques and shrines from locals if the guide is not near
- Ask permission to take photo of someone. Usually, people do not mind if you take the photo of them, but respect their wishes if they refuse. Offer to send hard copy them, Paramount Journey will assist you to keep your promise.
- Bargaining is expected in the bazaars but not in places like department stores.
