Adventure Along The Wild Road to Pereval Kara-Buura

Pereval Kara-Buura (Black Bear Pass) is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,301m (10,830ft) above sea level, located in the Talas Region of Kyrgyzstan.

Where is Pereval Kara-Buura?

The pass, also known as Pereval Karabura, Pereval Karabury, and Pereval Kara-Bora, is located near the boundary with Jalal-Abad Region, in the western part of the country.

Is the road to Pereval Kara-Buura unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It features countless turns, many hairpin bends, steep sections, and narrow parts. A 4x4 vehicle is recommended to complete the drive. There is a high risk of rock slides. The road is heavily used by trucks, as there’s a gold mine near the summit. The most challenging part of the drive is the Kara-Kysmak River bridge.

How long is the road to Pereval Kara-Buura?

Set high in the Çatkalskie mountain range, the road is 116km (72 miles) long, running south-north from Bashky-Terek (a village in Jalal-Abad Region) to Kyzyl-Adyr (a village in the Kara-Buura District of Talas Region).

Road suggested by: Hugh Wilson
Pic: Tam Gdzie Nogi Poniosą

 

 

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