OSh to Dushanbe
on Pamir Highway

Day 1. Osh - Sarymogol village - Tulparkol Lake At Lenin Peak Base Camp
Welcome to the Pamir Highway!

Today we start our drive towards Sarymogol village (4hr). Before departing from Osh, your driver will
take you to a supermarket where you can pick up snacks, water, and toiletries for the trip.
A nice valley opens when you reach Taldyk Pass (3600 meters) with green pastures and yaks grazing around. Our first
stop is the village of Sary Tash, where you can have lunch. Afterwards, a two-hour drive brings you to Tulparkul Lake, situated at 3,500 meters (11,482 ft) above sea level.
After settling in, enjoy a stroll around the lake to adapt to the heights.

Dinner and overnight: in the yurt camp.
Driving distance/hour: 250 km/ 155mi / 5 hours
Electricity: Available only after dinner (bring a power bank just in case)
Facilities: Traditional yurts with outside shared showers and toilets​

Day 2. Tulparkol Lake - Traveler's Pass Trek - Karakul Lake
Begin your day with breakfast at the yurt camp, followed by a hike to Traveler’s Pass, located at 4,130 meters (13,550 ft). The 3-hour ascent starts just outside the yurt camp, crossing streams and winding alongside the Achyk-Tash River before reaching the pass. From this vantage point, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of glaciers cascading from Lenin Peak, which towers at 7,134 meters (23,406 ft). After a break to take in the views, we’ll make the 3-hour descent back to the yurt camp. We will have lunch at the yurt camp and continue to Bordobo checkpoint, to cross the border to Karakul Lake in Tajikistan.
The different landscape opens up confirming that this is Tajikistan. Karakul Lake is the largest lake in Pamirs, formed by glaciers, and has no outflow.

Dinner and overnight: in a guesthouse.
Driving distance/hour: 150 km / 94mi – 4 hours
Hike: 6 hours, reaching 4,130 m / 13,549 ft
Internet: No internet coverage until Murgab. Megafon 2G in Karakul.
Electricity: Available only after dinner (bring a power bank just in case)
Facilities: The guesthouse has a traditional Russian-style sauna, where water is heated and you can
wash yourself by mixing hot and cold water in a bucket, outdoor western squat toilets. Shared rooms
for up to 4 people.

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Day 3. Karakul Lake - Alichur Village (via Murgab Town)

Our trip continues to Murghab via the Ak-Baital Pass (4,655 m) — the highest road pass in Tajikistan and one of the most impressive sections of the Pamir Highway. The drive takes about 3 hours, with a short side trip offering a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of Karakul Lake and surrounding glaciers. Take a one-hour walk near the pass to enjoy panoramic mountain scenery and capture stunning photos.
Upon arrival in Murghab — often called the “heart of the Eastern Pamirs” - we will stop for lunch. This remote highland town is an important hub where you can buy snacks, refill water, exchange money, or purchase a local SIM card.
After lunch, we will continue towards Alichur village. Along the way, those who are interested, can enjoy a short yak ride-

The yak riding experience usually takes 10-15 minutes and costs 5-6 USD per person, where you will be visiting a local nomadic family. You’ll be welcomed into their yurt (please note that yurt camp season lasts from June to early Sep, early spring or late autumn). You will be given the chance to taste traditional yak yogurt and fresh bread while you learn about their mountain lifestyle.

Then, we will return to the main road and continue to Alichur.

Dinner and overnight: in a guesthouse.
Driving distance/hour: 352 km / 219 mi - 6 hours
Yak Riding: up to 10-15 minutes
Altitude: Alichur village -3,850 m / 12,631 ft
Internet: No internet coverage after Murgab. Megafon 2G in Karakul.
Electricity: Solar Panels 12V, only for charging your phones
Facilities: The guesthouse has a traditional Russian-style sauna, where water is heated and you can
wash yourself by mixing hot and cold water in a bucket, outdoor western squat toilets. Shared rooms
for up to 4 people.

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Day 4. Alichur Village - Hike to Peak Mahan - Maljuran Yurt camp

After breakfast, we will drive to the beautiful Maljuran Valley - a hidden gem surrounded by rugged peaks and crystal-clear alpine lakes. Today’s hike covers approximately 11 km and takes about 5-6 hours. The trail begins near the yurt camp
and ascends gently at first, with a short steep section before flattening out for the next couple of kilometers. As you continue, the path alternates between moderate and steeper climbs, leading to the first panoramic viewpoint. Here, you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and lakes. Those who prefer a shorter hike may return from this point or wait for the group, while the other trekkers can continue to Mahan Peak (4400m). From the summit, enjoy a truly magnificent view of the Yashilkul Lake, Bulunkol Lake, and the vast Alichur Valley shimmering in the distance — a
breathtaking scene that captures the essence of the Pamirs.
After a well-deserved break and some snacks, we will descend along the same trail back to the yurt camp,enjoy a hearty homemade meal and unwind in the natural hot spring — the ideal way to relax after a
challenging yet rewarding day in the mountains.

Overnight: at the yurt camp.
Driving distance/hour: 35 km/ 21 mi/ 1 hour
Hike: 5-6 hours, reaching 4,400 m / 14,435 ft
Internet: None
Electricity: Solar panel is available
Facilities: Hot spring with shower and outdoor toilets at the camp. Shared yurts for up to 4 people.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​