Kok-Jaiyk Valley (Valley of Flowers)
Көк-Жайык
A high alpine meadow above Seven Bulls Rock, covered with wildflowers in summer and ringed by snowy peaks, a popular destination for half-day hikes and horse rides.
Kok-Jaiyk Valley lies above the Jeti-Oguz sanatorium. From the sanatorium, follow the river valley upward on foot for about 1.5 to 2 hours to reach an open alpine meadow. In summer it bursts with wildflowers, earning it the nickname 'Valley of Flowers', and behind it rise Tian Shan snow peaks and spruce forests. Herders' yurts on the meadow offer horse rentals and tea. The round-trip hike takes about 4 to 5 hours on moderate slopes, and you can also ride a horse up. It is usually visited on the same day as Seven Bulls Rock and Broken Heart Rock. A small eco fee is payable to enter the Jeti-Oguz scenic area.
Opening hours
All day (summer)
Nearby sights
- Jeti-Ögüz Rocks
- Chon-Kyzyl-Suu Valley
- Karakol Gorge (Karakol National Park)
- Karakol Ski Base
- Karakol Regional Museum
- Karakol Russian Colonial Quarter
- Dungan Family Dinner & Ashlyan-fu
- Holy Trinity Cathedral, Karakol