Ontomo Sunset Trek from Arslanbob — 2 Days
About this tour
A two-day trip for sunset lovers, which you can do on horseback or as a hike. You head west past the Kyzyl-Alma fields and the Kara-At pasture, where herders spend the summer, then cross the Char-Archa pass (2,800 m) to the alpine pastures of Tulga-Tash and Chakmak-Tash.
Here you see herds of yaks and watch the sun set over the Fergana valley before camping on the Ontomo pasture. On the way back, the summit of Mount Lyusion (3,000 m) gives a great view over the walnut forests and fields.
Highlights
- Sunset over the Fergana valley from the Ontomo pasture
- Yak herds at Chakmak-Tash (3,200 m)
- Char-Archa pass (2,800 m) and Mount Lyusion (3,000 m)
- Walnut forests and herders' summer camps
- About 44 km, on horseback or on foot
Group departures
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Itinerary
01
Day
Arslanbob – Char-Archa – Ontomo
Hike or ride west past Kyzyl-Alma and the Kara-At pasture, where herders live in summer. Lunch and rest, then over the Char-Archa pass (2,800 m) to the Tulga-Tash and Chakmak-Tash pastures — many yaks and a fine view of the Fergana valley. Dinner and sunset. About 8 hours, 22 km. Night in a tent.
02
Day
Mount Lyusion – Kumush-Bulak – Arslanbob
Breakfast at 8:00 and return on foot or horseback. From the top of Mount Lyusion (3,000 m) you look over walnut forests and fields. Lunch and rest in the Kumush-Bulak valley, then back to Arslanbob past fields and walnut groves. About 8 hours, 22 km.
What's included
Included
English-speaking guide
1 night camping: tents, camp kitchen and a cook
Breakfast and dinner every day
Lunch every day
A horse for each traveller and your guide, with local horsemen
Pack horses with a horseman for the luggage and camping gear
Entrance tickets and park fees
Not included
International flights
Visa fees (if you need a visa)
Travel insurance
Sleeping bag and mat (ask us if you need to rent one)
Drinks and snacks
Tips for your guide, driver and horsemen
Personal expenses
Who is this tour for?
- Confident riders — you will ride 5–7 hours every day
- Travellers looking for remote country far from roads
- Hikers — this route also works on foot
Difficulty & safety
The highest point of the route is about 3,200 m. Drink plenty of water, go slowly on the first days and tell your guide about any headache or dizziness. Riding days are about 8 hours at a walking pace with an experienced horseman; mountain weather changes fast, so keep a warm layer and rain jacket at hand.
What to bring
Warm clothes — nights in the mountains are cold
Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
Rain jacket
Sunscreen and sun hat
Sleeping bag
Pricing by group size
FAQ
Can I hike instead of riding?
Yes — this route can be done on foot or on horseback, or mixed.
