A wild unpaved 4x4 road to Pereval Kara-Kul’dzha

Pereval Kara-Kul’dzha is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,166m (10,387ft) above sea level, located in Kyrgyzstan.

Pereval Kara-Kul’dzha

Where is Pereval Kara-Kul’dzha?

The pass is located on the border of Talas and Jalal-Abad regions, near the source of the Chatkal River, within the Sary-Chelek Biosphere Reserve, in the northwestern part of the country.

How long is the road to Pereval Kara-Kul’dzha?

The road to the summit is completely unpaved. A 4x4 vehicle is required. Expect narrow parts, potholes, dangerous drops, and very steep sections with sharp hairpin turns. Starting from Bashky-Terek (a village in Jalal-Abad Region), the road to the pass is about 60km (38 miles) long.

How remote is Pereval Kara-Kul’dzha?

The pass is located between the Chatkal and Talas Ala-Too ranges of the Tien Shan Mountains. It provides stunning views, but the area is extremely remote, so extreme caution is required. Solo travel is not recommended. If your ideal road trip involves getting far off the beaten track, then this is the drive for you.
Road suggested by: Hugh Wilson

 

 

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