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Bel Tam yurt camp

A lovely yurt camp from the local ecotourism association CBT on the South shore of the Issyk Kul lake. The yurt camp is open all the year around. 

Bel Tam is a really nice place to stay on the beach of Issyk Kul lake. The lake is within walking distance from the camp. Backpackers are authorized to put their tent next on the territory of the camp and use the commodities of the camp, for 3 dollars per day. Some yurts are equipped with standard single beds, some yurts are equipped with toshoks, the traditionnal kyrgyz bedding, made out of several layers of stuffed carpets.

Children discount : free till 6 years old; 6 to 12 years old 50% discount.

Meals are taken in the big yurt-canteen. The food is really nice, and diverse. Vegetarian-friendly!

The outside canteen is also really delightful, next to the bar. Beer, vodka, cognac and sodas are usually available for sale. Hot shower and western toilets available. Possible to do laundry (charged). Electricity available to reload electronic equipments. No WIFI but a play ground for kids.

Bel Tam camp is really busy during summertime, make sure to book your yurt beforehand!

Additional services:

  • taxi to Bokonbaevo and other cities around
  • excursion to Skazka (Fairy Tale) canyon and other touristic curiosities around
  • trekking trips
  • eagle hunting shows
  • folkloric music concerts
  • fireplace

Access to the camp:

From the village of Bokonbaevo, follow the road going north-east towards the village of Ton. Before the entrance of Ton village, turn left (there is only one asphalted road available). Follow this road UNTIL THE END, even if you think that there is no road anymore. The yurt camp is on the beach.      

Mountain lodge

Suus Lodge

Suusamyr offers a variety of lodging options - all situated at 450 sq.m.

The main lodge at Suusamyr accommodates 20 guests in double and triple occupancy rooms. Each room includes single beds, goose down duvets and flannel sheets. 4 triple occupancy rooms with own bathroom and shower can accommodate 12 guests. Another 4 rooms are doubles with bathrooms and showers shared and can accommodate another 8 quests.Another apartment for 9 friends or small group consist from 3 rooms - two bedrooms with 4 beds and living room with sofa, television, own bathroom, shower and little kitchen.

The main hall of Suusamyr lodge is the central gathering place for all dining, après ski, games and activities. The lodge offers comfortable furniture for relaxing, locally made fixtures and artwork and a fully stocked fridge bar.

Darts, a pool table, board games, ski and snowboard DVDs, and ping-pong are available for evening entertainment. The 300 m2 great hall and common room offers cable TV on a big screen, a projector, comfortable couches and armchairs, a ping pong table, as well as sound equipment for use with musical instruments, microphones, and karaoke. This room can easily be converted into a dance floor Small sized sauna (3-4 people) is prepared for guests at the end of each ski day - you just need to order it in the morning.

In the winter, you also can ice skate in our outdoor skating ring while enjoying the marvelous panorama of the snowy mountains and the endless sky of Suusamyr.

In the summer, a variety of activities are available, including:

  • paragliding
  • quad-riding
  • kumys treatments
  • excursions to interesting local attractions
  • Full board : 500 per person, per day
  • Snowcat : 100$ per hour

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