The World’s 5 Best Bishkek Horseback Riding Tours

1.4 Days Issyk Kul & Chon Kemin with Nomadic Stay, Horse riding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $880Our pick

Spend four days with a private guide such as Zamir, traveling from Bishkek around Issyk-Kul and through Chon-Kemin. Expect a small group of up to four, private transport, one hour of horse riding, a yurt or private-room stay, local meals, gorges, waterfalls, hot springs, and a nomadic cultural stop in Bokonbayevo.

“If you are looking for a really intimate experience of Kyrgyz and”

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2.2-Days in Song Kul Lake as Nomad – horseback riding & Yurt stay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $400

This private two-day trip from Bishkek combines Burana Tower, Boom Gorge, mountain roads, a yurt stay at Song Kul Lake, and a three-hour horseback ride to 33 Parrots Waterfall. An English-speaking guide such as Zhoodar, Tari, Tenghis, Urmat, or Talgat may lead your group, with an air-conditioned 4x4, meals, and hotel pickup included.

“This was a memorable experience thanks to our amazing guide Zhoodar Zhyrglbkvch! We had an amazing time riding horses in a beautiful spot and the yurt camp was really cool. Best way to spend a short time in Kyrgyzstan.”

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3.3 Days Issyk Kul lake & Chon Kemin: Eagle show, horse riding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $750

Travel privately from Bishkek with a guide such as Maksat, Ulan, or Mars, visiting Burana Tower, Issyk-Kul’s south shore, Fairy Tale Canyon, Barskoon Waterfalls, and Chon-Kemin. You’ll share meals, meet an eagle hunter, ride horses, and spend one night in a yurt. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and the group is limited to four.

“Maks made this 3 day tour a very enjoyable adventure. Not only I got to see the best areas around the lake but I had great traditional food, peaceful stay in the Yurt camp, beautiful hikes and interesting conversation (and few naps) during Read more”

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4.Horseback riding on the mountains of Chon Kemin National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $160

You’ll leave Bishkek with an English-speaking guide and private driver, visit Burana Tower near Tokmok, then ride horses for up to four hours through Chon-Kemin National Park. A Kyrgyz lunch with a local family is included. Guide Anvar has earned special praise for his support, and pickup is available anywhere in Bishkek.

“Wonderful! Very nice and super prepared guide. Pleasant stops with surprises. Recommended!Auto-translated”

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5.1 Day Chon Kemin tour with Horse Riding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 8 - 12 hours · from $150Best value

Travel 150 km from Bishkek to Chon Kemin National Park for a gentle 2 to 3 hour horseback ride through forests, rivers, open fields, and mountain views. English-speaking guides such as Amir, Aziz, Aina, and Zamir have led recent outings. The ride suits beginners, with lunch available at a local guesthouse.

“We thoroughly enjoyed the ride amidst an inspiring landscape. The guide was supportive, horses were adept, and the transportation to/from the park was smooth. We can recommend the experience without reservation.”

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