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Fann Mountains, trekking, 10 days

5.0/5 Dushanbe, Tajikistan from Bunyod-Tour
  • Duration240 hours
  • Max Travelers15 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • Category4WD Tours, Adventure Tours

Overview

In the northwestern corner of Tajikistan, along the border with Uzbekistan, lay the rugged and beautiful Fann Mountains, a branch of the Western Pamir-Alay Range. They divide the northern territory of the country, in the Fergana Valley, from Dushanbe and the south. It is a compact range, with around 100 stunning peaks, many over 5,000m, and renowned alpine lakes. Famed among nature lovers and mountaineers, these mountains nonetheless see very few visitors, and their natural beauty and cultural treasures have remained virtually unchanged to this day.
The Fann Mountains nine peaks exceeding 5,000 m above sea level. The highest point of the region is Chimtarga Peak (5,489 m). Other 5,000-metre mountains are Big Hansa (5,306 m), Bodkhona (5,138), Mirali (5,132), Chapdara (5,050), Energia (5,120), Zamok (‘Castle’) (5,070), Little Hansa (5,031) and Moscow (5,046).

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What's included

  • Private transportation

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

  • Breakfast

  • Mule and porters

What's Not included

  • Alcohol and other private services

Itinerary

  • ARRIVAL DAY. Reception / meeting of tourists in Dushanbe or from the border of Penjikent/Samarkand.

  • Departure to the mountaineering camp Artuch / Penjikent (from Dushanbe-218 km, 4.5 hour drive from the border of Samarkand-85 km, 2 hour drive).nAlong the way, there is an opportunity to admire the beauty Hissar and Shan ridges and Anzob gorges.nUpon arrival at the camp, if there is time left, we will organize a hike to Lake Chuqurak.nDistance - 3 km, 300 m of climb and 300 m of altitude drop.nIn the evening we return to the climbing camp Artuch.

  • These 2 days are indicated for acclimatization, including arriving (meeting) of travelers and small tours to historic and culture places of Penjikent by transport

  • This day our first day of trekking.nnFor the next days, we take a porter and one or two mules that will carry our food and some of the equipment.nnWe will trek via Chuqurak Pass to the lake Kulikalon, which is located at an altitude of 2800 meter. A series of these lakes is located in the Kulikalon basin, around which there are high rock walls that attract many climbers. In the waters of the Kulikalon lakes, the peaks of Maria (4970 m) and Mirali (5170 m) are reflected.nnDistance - 8 km, 800 m of climb.nnOvernight in tents.

  • Breakfast, camp gathering and start the ascent to the Alauddin pass via Bibijanat Lake (3730 m.). The passage to Bibijanat Lake - the lake is located at an altitude of 2800 mere in the Kulikalon Lakes system.nnIt is necessary to gain almost 1000 m of altitude. The terrain is simple, but the ascent is protracted and the height presses, complicating the ascent. On the way, we will look at the picturesque Dushakha Lake. The ascent to the pass takes 5-6 hours, the descent to the Alauddin lakes takes 2 hours. These lakes are considered the most beautiful lakes in the Fan Mountains. The water is crystal clear, with a bright blue hue. We set up tents by the lake.nnCamping at the lake.nnDistance u2013 8.2 km, 1000 m of climb and 1000 m of altitude drop.

  • In the morning we gather the camp, backpacks and go out towards the Muddy lakes (3430 m.), it is located at the foot of Chimtarga peak. The trail is rocky with a smooth climb. On the way there is another small, but very beautiful and cold lake Piala, where we can swim. We pitch tents near Muddy lakes. It is already cooler here in the evening than below - in the evening the temperature drops to +5 degrees.nnCamping at the lake.nnDistance u2013 6.2 km, 730 m of climb.

  • There are some difficulties in the hike begin. From this place, the cargo that was on the mules is distribute between the backpacks of tourists (or), porters and guides.nnThis day is not easy u2013 the trail first goes along the scree slope between the stones, we cross small streams several times. With the climb, the terrain becomes harsher, there are glacier exits, we jump over glacial streams. Today's overnight at an altitude of 4500 meters, under the Chimtarga pass. There may be a slight discomfort associated with height. At night, the temperature can drop to -2..-5 degrees.nnCamping at the lake.nnDistance - 4 km, climb - 1060 m.

  • Breakfast at the camp, gathering and climbing to the Chimtarga pass (4750 m.), which is located between the peaks of Energy (5105 m.) and Chimtarga (5489 m.).nnThe pass is not technically difficult, but it is high, the trail is on a talus slope. Beyond the pass, there is a long descent along the talus slopes into the canyon of the Right Zindon River, which will lead us to the Bolshoe Allo Lake (3140 m).nnCamping at the lake.nnDistance - 8 km, 200 m of climb and 1700 m of altitude drop.

  • This day we will turn to the side of Energy Peaks (5105 m.).nnIn evening will be back to Bolshoe Allo lake.nnCamping at the lake.nnDistance - 7 km, 900 m altitude drop.

  • We will continue on our way after breakfast.nnDescent along the Zindon Valley to the valley of the Amshut River. We will build a camp on the bank of the Amshut River (1967 m.) or at the lake Maloe Allo. This evening is the last in the high mountains.nnCamping at the lake.nnDistance u2013 5.7 km, 900 m altitude drop.

  • Crossing to the confluence of the Amshut and Archamaidon rivers, from where transport will pick us up and take us to the Dushanbe or to the border of Tajikistan / Uzbeksitan (Samarqand).nnDistance - 5 km, 600 m altitude drop.nnReturn to Dushanbe (218 km, 4.5-hour drive) / Samarkand (85 km, 2 hour drive).

  • Crossing to the confluence of the Amshut and Archamaidon rivers, from where transport will pick us up and take us to the Dushanbe or to the border of Tajikistan / Uzbeksitan (Samarqand).nnDistance - 5 km, 600 m altitude drop.nnReturn to Dushanbe (218 km, 4.5-hour drive) / Samarkand (85 km, 2 hour drive).

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

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