Full Day Trip from Samarkand to the Seven Lakes in Tajikistan

By Malika ST Tours

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12h
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Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

While in Samarkand, don't miss the opportunity to venture into Tajikistan and visit the stunning group of mountain lakes known as the Seven Lakes. With private transport, an English-speaking guide, and lunch arranged, your visit will be hassle-free, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy the beauty of the lakes. Make sure to obtain your visa ahead of time for a seamless journey. Return transfers from your Samarkand hotel are included for ease of travel.

Explore the Khaftkul Valley and all seven lakes in one tour, ensuring your cameras are charged for some breathtaking photographs. Enjoy the tour with just your private group, enhancing your experience.

Activity location

Samarkand
- Samarkand, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Samarkand
- Samarkand, Uzbekistan

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Full Day Trip from Samarkand to the Seven Lakes in Tajikistan

12h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 7:30 am

Price details

AU$675.84 x 1 AdultAU$675.84

Total

Until Sun, 13 Apr

What's included, what's not

Private transport
English or Russian Speaking Guide in Tajikistan
Lunch
Online Tajikistan visa $30, pls apply minimum 7 days before the tour online
German or French speaking licensed guide in Tajikistan $40/group
Tips for guide & driver

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
not recommended for children below 6 years old
Depending on border crossing and road condition visits to all 7 lakes can be curtailed to ensure timely return to starting point, no refunds will be offered for this.
Mountain not asphalted road
A multiple entry Uzbekistan visa or visa waiver is required to re-enter Uzbekistan with this tour

Activity itinerary

Samarkand

1h

Picking up from a hotel or other specific location and transfer to Jartepa border

Jartepa Border Control Point

1h

pass Tajik boarder, meet with a guide and driver after crossing the border and drive to Haftkul

Khaft Kul

1h

The drive to the lowest lake, Nezhigon, situated at an elevation of 1,640 metres, is captivating. Its name is derived from the Tajik word for "eyelashes," though the exact reason for this name is not entirely clear. Nezhigon is renowned for its striking colours, which vary depending on the lighting and season. The water can appear turquoise, blue, or even purple, adding to the lake's allure.

Khaftkul Valley

1h 30m

Soya Lake derives its name from the Tajik word for "shadow," reflecting its location between high cliffs that keep it shaded almost all day. Similar to Nezhigon, the water in Soya Lake changes colour depending on the weather and time of day.

Khaftkul Valley

45m

Gushor, the third lake, is located 400 metres from Soya, and as you near it, you'll notice a turbulent stream that connects the two. All three lakes are named "watchful." Gushor Lake is encircled by steep cliffs and was previously inhabited by poisonous snakes, which is how the lake acquired its name.

Khaftkul Valley

1h 30m

Nofin, the fourth lake in the series, is characterised by its elongated shape, spanning over 2.5 kilometres in length but only about 200 metres in width. The name "Nofin" translates to "umbilical cord," as it is the central lake among the seven and is very long, resembling an umbilical cord. Local legends speak of the lake's secrets, adding to its mystique. Enjoy a lunch break by the lake before continuing your journey.

Khaftkul Valley

45m

Khurdak, which means "baby," is the smallest of the Seven Lakes. It is located 1.5 kilometres from Nofin Lake, and along the way, you can catch a glimpse of the village of Padrut.

Khaftkul Valley

50m

Lake Marguzor is the largest and arguably the most beautiful of the Seven Lakes. The vast expanse of blue water against the backdrop of majestic mountains creates a stunning landscape. Petroglyphs left by primitive people have been discovered on the lake's shore, and in the Middle Ages, semiprecious stones were mined in the vicinity. Today, a small village sits at the southern end of the lake, with houses scattered across the surrounding slopes. Local legends and fairytales about Lake Marguzor add to its allure.

Seventh of the seven lakes (Haft-Kul)

40m

Hazorchashma, the seventh and highest of the Seven Lakes, sits at an altitude of approximately 2,400 metres above sea level. Its name, Hazorchashma (or Azorchashma), translates to "thousand springs," as the lake is fed by the waters of two rivers along with numerous streams and springs. Hazorchashma marks the end of the gorge of the Shing River, beyond which there are no more settlements, only the wildlife of the Fan Mountains.

Jartepa Border Control Point

2h

Drive to boarder with Tajik guide/driver, pass Tajik boarder

Samarkand

1h

pass Uzbek boarder drive back to your starting point

Location

Activity location

Samarkand
- Samarkand, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Samarkand
- Samarkand, Uzbekistan

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