Konorchek Canyons
Konorchek Canyons
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Juliet R
Budapest, Hungary366 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
One of the best winter trips I have ever taken. As a single female traveler always traveling solo, I was apprehensive about a snowy winter hike up a canyon. My tour guide was simply amazing. Mars was everything I could have asked for to feel secure & adventurous. First though, I have to say, my flight to Bishkek was diverted to Almaty due to snow & ice weather so I thought I would forfeit my tour. After speaking with Mars, he assured me that as I was the only participant for the day, he would await my flight. I arrived in Bishkek, 3 hours later and he was waiting.
It was an exciting drive in the snow to the Canyon and a great hike up & back. He had a surprise tea on the peak overlooking the canyon, as well as brief stops at an excellent local eatery where I sampled delicious local meal & tea.
I would highly recommend this tour with him.
Written 6 July 2020
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Aidai Shaibyrova
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan33 contributions
Jan 2020
It seems to me that no country can boast of such a variety of beauty as Kyrgyzstan.
the canyons of Konorchek impressed with their power, scale and grandeur.
Written 21 January 2020
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Mars Atlas
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan196 contributions
Jan 2020
Its located 110 kms away from Bishkek on the way to Issyk Kul. There is a sign near Red Bridge where car parking on gravel is located. From that point its 2.5 kms walk along the canyon which gets narrow at some points. There are rocky bariers which needs to be crossed. So one need good hiking shoes and athletic wear. We have visited in the middle of January, so literally there are no snow at the canyons due to winds which blows in that area. The cascade of canyons are picturesque, looks like terrains from another planet.
Written 20 January 2020
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gentbrugg
Moscow2,304 contributions
Sep 2019
It is necessary to leave on the Red bridge. There's a cabin where we asked to leave our things, and we were allowed. The road is easy. You need to go half an hour until the start of the high rises. In a couple of questionable places you need to go to the left. There are three high obstacles, but you need to overcome them without a doubt. Reward for you will be deliciously beautiful canyon. Well, or canyons, there are sleeves-branches. The examination will take an hour and a half. Konorchek is a bit similar to "Fairy Tale" and Kok-Moinok canyons.
Written 3 December 2019
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hennnnry
1 contribution
May 2019 • Couples
The canyons are amazing.You feel like you are in texas))) You can come to this place and take an amazing photos by sunset.
Written 17 May 2019
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merry ox34
Lille, France5 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
I was here lately Octeber,after journey from Thailand..
The Canyons is located 3 or 4 km from the car trace Bishkek-Torugart,basicly for now not so touristy place...However the brown red rocks can amaze you
However You can see it just for 1 hour like me 🤨

Written 1 January 2019
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bruicewilliamzg
Edinburgh, UK1 contribution
Sep 2018 • Friends
Konorchek is 125 km from Bishkek. We hirted transport and guide with Pegas Adventure. Started in the morning from our hotel from Bishkek. On the we have seen in tersting thing Burana minaret. Its build 11 th centery. After arriving to Boom gorge we had lunch in a cafe. After we started trekking to Konorchek canyon, on the way trail is. not difficult, but view is really big grand canyons. Here is possible to come in winter time also.

We booked with Pegas Adventure easy to find on facebook. They are have responsible, friendly team. We spent best time with them in Kyrgyzstan
Written 14 September 2018
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JGDynamo
Canada2,158 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
Possibly one of the most photogenic places in Kyrgystan is the Konorchek Canyons a short drive away from Bishkek. We headed there with our fixer leading the way and were astounded by the natural beauty of the place with the red sandstone canyon. Fairly easy hike through the canyon floor on the dry river bed, make sure you bring water rations and a huge memory card for your camera as you will not believe the colors and amazing beauty found here.
Written 2 July 2018
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Leila Khabib
Geneva, Switzerland74 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
A couple of hours from Bishkek will take you to the place with spectacular view!! Just let your eyes relax, the place worth of spending your weekend there and no matter how many people are going with you. This is definitely must see!
Written 18 November 2017
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NomadyTravel
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan109 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
Konorchek is popular red sandstone canyon on the way Bishkek - Issyk Kul. Relatively dry microclimate makes it suitable hiking location even during the rainy days. The path leads through the canyon and most of the time you walk on the dry bottom of the river. There are 3-4 rock steps in the canyon, which require little "climbing" (better said: using your hands to walk around the walls), where you should be careful. On the plateau, you can find several paths to walk, search for interesting rock formations, hike small hills and take pictures. Camping in the wild is possible, too.
Written 19 October 2017
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