{"id":1105,"date":"2019-03-06T15:06:46","date_gmt":"2019-03-06T12:06:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/?p=1105"},"modified":"2026-01-05T13:34:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T10:34:02","slug":"nablyudenie-za-ptitsami-v-zapovednikah","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/en\/nablyudenie-za-ptitsami-v-zapovednikah\/","title":{"rendered":"Birdwatching Tour in Kyrgyzstan \u2014 Sary-Chelek, Arslanbob &#038; Kyrgyz-Ata National Park"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"297\"><strong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"263\">Duration:<\/strong> 12 days (7 or 13 days optional)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"638\">Discover the incredible wildlife of Kyrgyzstan! This <strong data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"412\">ecotour through protected areas and unique natural sites<\/strong> allows you to observe over 150 bird species in their natural habitat, enjoy guided hikes, explore the flora and fauna of Central Asia, and visit legendary locations: <strong data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"635\">Sary-Chelek, Arslanbob, and Kyrgyz-Ata National Park<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"936\"><strong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"673\">Sary-Chelek Biosphere Reserve<\/strong> is a gem of Kyrgyz nature and a UNESCO site. Sary-Chelek Lake and six smaller lakes, surrounded by walnut, apple, and pear forests, provide perfect conditions for birds and wildlife: muskrat, red deer, roe deer, marten, argali, ibex, and over 150 bird species.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1215\"><strong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"997\">Arslanbob \u2014 a unique area with walnut and fruit forests<\/strong>. This living natural museum lets you walk among ancient trees and observe rare birds. The landscape combines forests, gorges, and cliffs, with hundreds of plant species creating rich habitats for birds and wildlife.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1520\"><strong data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1245\">Kyrgyz-Ata National Park<\/strong> is a botanical paradise with juniper forests, mountain tulips, and saffron. Over 200 animal species live here, including snow leopards, lynxes, wolves, hares, and foxes. The park combines unique landscapes with rich biodiversity, including rare raptors and nesting eagles.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1594\"><strong data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1549\">Best time for the tour:<\/strong> spring and autumn, during bird migrations.<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-3' class='gallery galleryid-1105 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/219....jpg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/219....jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/219....jpg 2000w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/219...-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/219...-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/219...-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/219...-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/217....jpg'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/217....jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/217....jpg 2000w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/217...-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/217...-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/217...-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/217...-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/en\/dlya-ornitologov\/\">Useful tips for birdwatchers\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/en\/foto-pticz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Photos of some birds of Kyrgyzstan\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Marshrut-Ornitologicheskogo-tura-v-Sary-CHelek-Arslanbob-Kyrgyz-Ata-min.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1771 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Marshrut-Ornitologicheskogo-tura-v-Sary-CHelek-Arslanbob-Kyrgyz-Ata-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"5000\" height=\"2839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Marshrut-Ornitologicheskogo-tura-v-Sary-CHelek-Arslanbob-Kyrgyz-Ata-min.jpg 5000w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Marshrut-Ornitologicheskogo-tura-v-Sary-CHelek-Arslanbob-Kyrgyz-Ata-min-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Marshrut-Ornitologicheskogo-tura-v-Sary-CHelek-Arslanbob-Kyrgyz-Ata-min-768x436.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geoexplorersclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Marshrut-Ornitologicheskogo-tura-v-Sary-CHelek-Arslanbob-Kyrgyz-Ata-min-1024x581.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5000px) 100vw, 5000px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1620\"><strong>Tour Program<\/strong><\/h3>\n<pre data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1646\"><strong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1644\">Day 1. Bishkek<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1758\">Arrival in Bishkek, airport pickup, briefing, and lecture on Kyrgyz birds and reserves. Overnight in a hotel.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1819\"><strong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1817\">Day 2. Bishkek \u2013 Lake Saz-K\u00f6l (Western Tien Shan)<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1998\">Transfer to the Susamyr Valley (2300 m). Hike through alpine meadows and mountain forests. Lake Saz-K\u00f6l and surrounding shrubs offer excellent birdwatching. Overnight in tents.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2039\"><strong data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2037\">Day 3. Saz-K\u00f6l \u2013 Itagar Gorge<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2175\">Excursion through Itagar Gorge and nearby lakes. Birds nest at river confluences, in dense shrubs and spruce forests. Return to camp.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2215\"><strong data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2213\">Day 4. Saz-K\u00f6l \u2013 Sary-Chelek<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2478\">Stop at Toktogul Reservoir along the way. Observe rare birds: Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus), Demoiselle Crane (Anthropoides virgo), Eastern Imperial Eagle (Aquila heliaca), Tawny Owl (Strix aluco). Transfer to Sary-Chelek Lake, overnight in a guesthouse.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2523\"><strong data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2521\">Day 5. Sary-Chelek \u2014 Birdwatching<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2583\">Excursion around lakes and forests. Bird species include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2623\">Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps auritus)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2665\">Great Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2696\">Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2721\">Pintail (Anas acuta)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2761\">Common Merganser (Mergus merganser)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2831\">Osprey (Pandion haliaetus), Northern Goshawk (Accipiter gentilis)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2834\" data-end=\"2944\">White-tailed Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla), Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus), Saker Falcon (Falco cherrug)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"3047\">Common Coot (Fulica atra), Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus), Yellow-headed Wagtail (Motacilla citreola)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3111\"><strong data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3109\">Day 6. Sary-Chelek \u2013 Kyzyl-Djar Savannah \u2013 Arslanbob<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3478\">Transfer through Kyzyl-Djar savannah. Observe steppe and semi-desert birds: Emberiza bruniceps, Crested Lark (Galerida cristata), European Roller (Coracias garrulus), Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus), Steppe Kestrel (Falco naumanni), Steppe Eagle (Aquila nipalensis), White Stork (Ciconia ciconia). Arrival in Arslanbob in the afternoon. Overnight in a guesthouse.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"3480\" data-end=\"3536\"><strong data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"3534\">Day 7. Arslanbob \u2014 Walnut Forests &amp; Waterfalls<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"4160\">Excursion through Arslanbob\u2019s unique walnut and fruit forests. Birds at forest edges and cliffs include:<br data-start=\"3641\" data-end=\"3644\" \/>Northern Goshawk (Accipiter gentilis), Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus), Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus), Common Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus), Chukar Partridge (Alectoris chukar), Turtle Dove (Streptopelis decaocto), Common Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus), Long-eared Owl (Asio otus), White-winged Woodpecker (Dendrocopus leucoptera), Rock Bunting (Emberiza buchanani), Paradise Flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradise), rare Short-toed Snake Eagle (Circaetus gallicus). Visit waterfalls and meet local residents.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"4162\" data-end=\"4194\"><strong data-start=\"4166\" data-end=\"4192\">Day 8. Arslanbob \u2013 Osh<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"4195\" data-end=\"4282\">Transfer to Osh, city tour, and seminar on southern Kyrgyz birds. Overnight in hotel.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"4284\" data-end=\"4331\"><strong data-start=\"4288\" data-end=\"4329\">Day 9. Osh \u2013 Kyrgyz-Ata National Park<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"4332\" data-end=\"4814\">Excursion to the park and Dangi Canyon. Observe raptors: Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetus), Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus), Common Quail (Coturnix coturnix), Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo), Hawk Owl (Surnia ulula), Hoopoe (Upupa epops), White-winged Woodpecker (Dendrocopus leucoptera), European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster), Mountain Wagtail (Motacilla cinerea), Black-faced Shrike (Lanius minor), Archaur Goose (Mycerobas carnipes), rare Shikra (Accipiter badius). Overnight in hotel.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"4816\" data-end=\"4863\"><strong data-start=\"4820\" data-end=\"4861\">Day 10. Kyrgyz-Ata \u2013 Tuya-Muyun \u2013 Osh<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"4864\" data-end=\"5175\">Hikes in Dangi Canyon and Tuya-Muyun plateau. Excellent opportunities to observe: Egyptian Vulture (Neophron percnopterus), Eurasian Griffon (Gyps fulvus), Eurasian Eagle-Owl (Bubo bubo), Bonelli\u2019s Eagle (Hieraaetus fasciatus), Lammergeier (Gypaetus barbatus). Evening transfer to Osh, dinner, and discussion.<\/p>\n<pre data-start=\"5177\" data-end=\"5220\"><strong data-start=\"5181\" data-end=\"5218\">Day 11. Osh \u2013 Bishkek \/ Departure<\/strong><\/pre>\n<p data-start=\"5221\" data-end=\"5253\">Airport transfer, end of tour.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5255\" data-end=\"5258\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"5260\" data-end=\"5294\"><strong>Pricing and Participation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5296\" data-end=\"5374\"><strong data-start=\"5296\" data-end=\"5305\">Cost:<\/strong> on request<br data-start=\"5316\" data-end=\"5319\" \/>We can tailor the tour to your budget and group size.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5376\" data-end=\"5419\"><strong data-start=\"5376\" data-end=\"5391\">Group size:<\/strong> optimal 2\u20137 participants.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-start=\"5421\" data-end=\"5442\"><strong>Accommodation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5444\" data-end=\"5457\"><strong data-start=\"5444\" data-end=\"5455\">Hotels:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"5460\" data-end=\"5479\">Bishkek \u2013 1 night<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5482\" data-end=\"5506\">Sary-Chelek \u2013 2 nights<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5509\" data-end=\"5531\">Arslanbob \u2013 2 nights<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5534\" data-end=\"5550\">Osh \u2013 2 nights<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5553\" data-end=\"5598\">Kyrgyz-Ata \u2013 2 nights<br data-start=\"5574\" data-end=\"5577\" \/><strong data-start=\"5577\" data-end=\"5587\">Total:<\/strong> 9 nights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5600\" data-end=\"5612\"><strong data-start=\"5600\" data-end=\"5610\">Tents:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"5615\" data-end=\"5662\">Lake Saz-K\u00f6l \u2013 2 nights<br data-start=\"5638\" data-end=\"5641\" \/><strong data-start=\"5641\" data-end=\"5651\">Total:<\/strong> 2 nights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5664\" data-end=\"5667\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"5669\" data-end=\"5706\"><strong data-start=\"5673\" data-end=\"5706\">Alternative 7-day tour option<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5708\" data-end=\"5998\"><strong data-start=\"5708\" data-end=\"5718\">Day 1:<\/strong> Bishkek \u2013 Sary-Chelek Reserve<br data-start=\"5748\" data-end=\"5751\" \/><strong data-start=\"5751\" data-end=\"5761\">Day 2:<\/strong> Birdwatching in Sary-Chelek<br data-start=\"5789\" data-end=\"5792\" \/><strong data-start=\"5792\" data-end=\"5802\">Day 3:<\/strong> Sary-Chelek \u2013 Kyzyl-Djar Savannah \u2013 Tash-Kumyr<br data-start=\"5849\" data-end=\"5852\" \/><strong data-start=\"5852\" data-end=\"5862\">Day 4:<\/strong> Tash-Kumyr \u2013 Osh<br data-start=\"5879\" data-end=\"5882\" \/><strong data-start=\"5882\" data-end=\"5892\">Day 5:<\/strong> Osh \u2013 Tuya-Muyun Mountains \u2013 Dangi Canyon<br data-start=\"5934\" data-end=\"5937\" \/><strong data-start=\"5937\" data-end=\"5947\">Day 6:<\/strong> Osh \u2013 Chilisay Valley<br data-start=\"5969\" data-end=\"5972\" \/><strong data-start=\"5972\" data-end=\"5982\">Day 7:<\/strong> Osh \u2013 Airport<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6000\" data-end=\"6022\"><strong data-start=\"6000\" data-end=\"6009\">Cost:<\/strong> on request<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Our email:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:info@geoexplorersclub.com\"><strong>info@geoexplorersclub.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Duration: 12 days (7 or 13 days optional) Discover the incredible wildlife of Kyrgyzstan! 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