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Meeting point
Dushanbe
End location
Dushanbe

Duration

3 days

Length

820 km

Location

Panjakent

Recommended group composition

7-10 per

Difficulty level

Very easy - Suitable for individuals with minimal physical fitness or experience. Involves short, flat walks with little elevation gain or loss.

Easy - Requires basic physical fitness. Involves moderate walking on well-maintained trails with gentle inclines and declines.

Optimal - Suitable for individuals with average physical fitness. Involves moderate to challenging hiking, often with some elevation gain or loss.

Intense - Demands good physical fitness and endurance. Involves long hikes on rugged terrain with significant elevation changes.

Extreme - Suitable for experienced hikers and mountaineers. Involves technical climbing, glacier crossings, and exposure to high-altitude environments.

Super extreme - Reserved for highly skilled and experienced adventurers. Involves challenging mountaineering expeditions with significant risks and potential dangers.

Optimal

Recommended age

18+

The price is per person for a group of 8 people

100 $

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Prepayment - 30 $

Tour in brief

Fann mountains - is an amazingly beautiful land of mountain lakes and snow-capped peaks, located in Central Asia on the territory of Tajikistan, at the junction of two huge Pamir-Alai ranges, Zaravshan and Gissar, not far from the famous ancient excursion city of Penjikent.

Tour organizer and guide

Artuch Tajikistan

Artuch Tajikistan

Artuch Tajikistan is a company that owns the Artuch Mountain Base, which was established in 1971 in the Soviet Socialist Republic of Tajikistan. The base is situated at an altitude of 2200 meters in the renowned Fann Mountains region, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and crystal-clear lakes.

Tour program

Day 1. Dushanbe or Khujand – Camp Artuch

Day 1. Dushanbe or Khujand – Camp Artuch

Departure from Dushanbe or Khujand to the Artuch Mountaineering Tourist Base. The base is situated in the Fann Mountains, close to Penjikent.

On the way, we’ll stop at the village of Panjrud to visit the Mausoleum of Abu Abdullah Rudaki - the founder of Persian and Tajik classical literature. This site offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Upon arrival at Artuch Camp, we’ll check in and settle into our rooms. In the evening, we’ll gather for dinner, followed by a cozy campfire evening - a perfect opportunity to unwind, share stories, and enjoy the tranquil mountain atmosphere.

What to visit
Excursions and leisure Trip , Walk , Photo Where we live Camp Artuch

Day 2. Camp Artuch – Kulikalon lakes – Camp Artuch

Day 2. Camp Artuch – Kulikalon lakes – Camp Artuch

After breakfast, we’ll prepare for the hike to the Kulikalon Lakes with a guide. For those who prefer not to walk, there will be an option to ride donkeys - 4–5 animals will be available for the climb. The ascent to the lakes takes around 3 hours.

Once we arrive at Kulikalon Lake, you’ll discover that it’s actually a chain of seven lakes: six of medium size and one large lake. The largest of them, Kulikalon, covers an area of 580 sq. m. All the lakes are situated near the vast Kulikalon Depression at an altitude of 2 832 meters above sea level.

We’ll have a picnic by the lakeshore and then go on an excursion through the valley. Afterwards, we’ll hike back to the camp. You’ll have some free time to relax and take in the mountain views before dinner. In the evening, we’ll watch films and enjoy dance programs.

What to visit
Excursions and leisure Watching films , Dance programs , Walk , Photo Where we live Camp Artuch

Day 3. Chukurak Lake - Dushanbe

Day 3. Chukurak Lake - Dushanbe

In the morning, after breakfast, we’ll set off for a short hike to Lake Chukurak. The walk will take about 30 minutes. Once there, we’ll continue with an excursion through the Chukurak Gorge, where we’ll have the opportunity to meet and visit with local residents. After exploring the gorge, we’ll make our way back to the camp.

In the afternoon, we’ll gather for lunch at the camp before saying farewell to the group. Then, a camp vehicle will transport us back to Dushanbe (or Khujand).

We expect to arrive in Dushanbe at 17:00, which marks the end of the service.

What to visit
Where we live Without accommodation

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What's included:

  • Accommodation (DBL / TRPL double and triple rooms) in Camp Artuch
  • Guide
  • Meals: Full board 3 time a day
  • All entrance fees & ecology fees
  • Transfers
  • Entertainment

What's not included:

  • Alcoholic drinks
  • All personal expanses
  • Donkey (optional)
  • Bicycle (optional)

The price is per person for a group of 8 people

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