– Region: Issyk-Kul Oblast — Sary-Jaz / Inylchek area (Sary-Jaz, 2,800m — extreme eastern Kyrgyzstan wilderness)
– Elevation: 2800
– GPS Coordinates: 42.178° N, 80.026° E
– Access Difficulty: T5 — 6hr 4WD from Karakol via rough track | Permit required | Extremely remote
– Opening Season: Jul–Aug only (permit + 4WD required)
– Winter Room: – Number of Beds: 0 – Showers: No shower
– Drinking Water: Yes — Sary-Jaz River (treat carefully) – Meals & food: BYO entirely — carry 7–10 days supplies
– Mobile Signal: No signal (satellite recommended) – Payment Methods: BORDER ZONE PERMIT required | 4WD + driver: USD 200–300/day | 5–7 day expedition
– Short Description: SARY-JAZ VALLEY (2,800m) = EXTREME EASTERN KYRGYZSTAN — one of the most remote valleys in the Tian Shan. The approach passes through the extraordinary KARKYRA VALLEY with its wild-horse herds. The Sary-Jaz River drains part of the massive INYLCHEK GLACIER system. Few organized tours reach here — only specialist operators. Near-China border: permit mandatory. The landscape: vast, stark, beautiful — genuine wilderness.
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