Kyrgyz Riders Travel Company
Kyrgyz Riders Travel Company
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Kyrgyz Riders Travel company is a family owned and operated travel company based in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. We specialize in 1 day to 3 weeks, fully guided and outfitted adventures across Kyrgyzstan. Our professional guides can take you to the most remote and beautiful areas in the country. Our dedication to your enjoyment and learning is why people travel with us to enjoy the majestic beauty of the country. Read their testimonials to learn more about why we are considered the one of the best guide services in Kyrgyzstan. Groups are small (1 to 8 people), we travel quietly, and the focus is on the land and its inhabitants. Whether you join us for an off-road expedition, horse riding, skiing or backpacking adventure there is plenty of free time for you to explore, photograph or do whatever pleases you most. In addition to our regular schedule of trips, we also take solo travelers, families and groups of friends on custom trips.
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Aisha H
3 contributions
Sept 2022
Any review that has only 5 stars feels like it might be fake, but I can honestly say that Aman and Kyrgyz Riders deserve every single star. I went on a 5 day trip with my sister and friend in September 2022 with Aman around the north of Kyrgyzstan, and it was the best trip I've ever been on. Aman was communicative from my first message to him on whatsapp and answered any question I had. He also was so nice about allowing us to change our itinerary as many times as we wanted until we curated the perfect trip that we wanted.
During our trip, Aman was attentive, explained so much about his country's history in such a captivating way, and always ensured we were comfortable. I can't say enough good things about Aman, his tour company and his country. We're already planning on coming back for a longer trip and there is no one but Aman who I would want as our tour guide. Thank you Aman for a trip of a lifetime!
During our trip, Aman was attentive, explained so much about his country's history in such a captivating way, and always ensured we were comfortable. I can't say enough good things about Aman, his tour company and his country. We're already planning on coming back for a longer trip and there is no one but Aman who I would want as our tour guide. Thank you Aman for a trip of a lifetime!
Written December 30, 2022
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Nathan S
Dubai, United Arab Emirates19 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
We had the best time in Kyrgyzstan with Aman as our guide. He’s an absolute treasure trove of local knowledge, from history to cuisine. Great sense of humour too. Nothing was ever a problem for him to adapt our program to individual needs. We snowboarded, horse trekked, interacted with hunting dogs and eagles, stayed in a Yurt, visited hot pools and a horse matchplay arena, and hung out with the locals in a vibrant market. And ate like absolute kings. Kyrgyzstan is very much still off the mass tourism trail, so I would highly recommend getting there soon while it’s still so inexpensive. And use Aman and Kyrg Riders ~ they will help to build lasting memories that you’ll cherish into the future.
Written February 19, 2023
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Pontinha2015
482 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
Communication was flawless! Aman was always available and kept me updated about the current weather and conditions of the pass to son kul lake.
Unfortunately we could not make to the lake after the pass, due too much snow. However the opportunity to experience extreme horse ride was unforgettable. Aman had a back up plan so I could make the most of my time in Kyrgyzstan. Not only I had the opportunity to visit Issyk-Kul lake and sleep by its shore in a yurt but I also visit a Fairytale Canyon followed by a horse ride to a view point of the lake!
Aman was very easy going and he taught me so much about life and culture in his country. I was lucky enough to meet his friend, to visit his family and share a wonderful bowl of lentil soup with them; and to try local food (katamma bread - a must).
From a female perspective I felt safe and care for the entire time and I can’t recommend enough his company if you want an unforgettable adventure!
Thank you Aman for showing me your country! I can’t wait to come back!
Unfortunately we could not make to the lake after the pass, due too much snow. However the opportunity to experience extreme horse ride was unforgettable. Aman had a back up plan so I could make the most of my time in Kyrgyzstan. Not only I had the opportunity to visit Issyk-Kul lake and sleep by its shore in a yurt but I also visit a Fairytale Canyon followed by a horse ride to a view point of the lake!
Aman was very easy going and he taught me so much about life and culture in his country. I was lucky enough to meet his friend, to visit his family and share a wonderful bowl of lentil soup with them; and to try local food (katamma bread - a must).
From a female perspective I felt safe and care for the entire time and I can’t recommend enough his company if you want an unforgettable adventure!
Thank you Aman for showing me your country! I can’t wait to come back!
Written March 3, 2023
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Kalidas E
London, UK2 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
One of the best adventurous trip which was full of off road driving, gorgeous landscapes, hospitable local people, delicious food prepared by Amman, our trustworthy and friendly guide.
The experience was made extra special by our loving guide Amman who took us to Kel Suu lake by horse trek. The horse trek between the breathtaking mountains was a life time experience for my wife and me. With no prior experience with horse riding our guide and his assistant made sure that we were safe through our 4hrs horse trek to Kel suu lake. Thanks to Amman and his assistant Ali for making this trip a wonderful and safe one. I would highly recommend Kyrgyz riders.
The experience was made extra special by our loving guide Amman who took us to Kel Suu lake by horse trek. The horse trek between the breathtaking mountains was a life time experience for my wife and me. With no prior experience with horse riding our guide and his assistant made sure that we were safe through our 4hrs horse trek to Kel suu lake. Thanks to Amman and his assistant Ali for making this trip a wonderful and safe one. I would highly recommend Kyrgyz riders.
Written December 31, 2022
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Avijit c
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Friends
We were 3 friends who planned a trip in the month of July and what an amazing experience it was! From the beautiful terrains of Son Kul Lake, the beautiful Karakol city and picnic on the shores of Issyk Kul Lake, we had a lovely time with our guide cum driver for this trip, Aman. We absolutely loved travelling with him because of his jovial nature. Aman made sure we had an amazing time in his country. His hospitality is something which we can never forget throughout our lives. Our 6 days trip was perfectly planned and we covered all the places which was presented to us at the start of the trip.
If anyone's planning to visit Kyrgyzstan I think Aman and his tour complany is the best bet. From itinerary preparation to comfort, you can expect to surely rate him 5 out of 5 at the end of your trip.
If anyone's planning to visit Kyrgyzstan I think Aman and his tour complany is the best bet. From itinerary preparation to comfort, you can expect to surely rate him 5 out of 5 at the end of your trip.
Written October 25, 2023
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Karthik
Frankfurt, Germany11 contributions
Feb 2021
After an incognito 2020, i decided to do something adventurous in 2021 and wow what i start i had in Kyrgyzstan. I flew to Bishkek 0n 2nd feb and decided to visit places which are famous in summer but inaccessible by conventional ways in winter. My goal was to ride to the top of the song kul lake on a horse in a snowy and a bit dangerous mountain path. To fullfil my goal, i met with Aman, the owner of Kyrgyz riders (+996558033880). It took us 2 days to reach the top of the lake and the journey was mind blowing and hands down the best experience of my life !. The path was covered with snow and we had to often get down the horses to navigate them without stepping on ice which would break the horse leg ! The crisp winter breeze turned to extreme wind with temperatures well below negative 10 C. we had to climb over a mountain pass 3400 meters above sea level. The path after the pass was extraordinary and straight out of pictures i have seen of antartica ! wow what an experience it was! the lake was frozen and the ice thickness was well above 1.5 meters. if you can carry your skies along with you, it would be a great experience to ski there ! and best of all i was the ONLY tourist there !!!! can you believe it haha because in summer i think more than 100 K people visit this place !. Thank you Aman and Kyrgyz riders for such an amazing experience. Kyrgyz riders (+996558033880).
Written March 23, 2021
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Aurelie
Dubai, United Arab Emirates21 contributions
Aug 2023
When planning my stay in Kyrgyzstan, I was searching for local travel agencies and came across Kyrgyz Riders, as one of the top rated on online review sites. After spending a one-week trip organized by them, I can safely say it is the absolute best agency in the country.
Aman, the owner of the agency personally takes care of the planning of his clients’ trip. From day one, I was in touch with him on WhatsApp to craft my itinerary. He took care of all my requests and answered all my questions, always with top professionalism and friendliness. Despite the busy summer season, he made sure to meet me personally during one of the stops of my trip, which was a fantastic surprise.
Joomart, my guide for the week is the best guide and travel companion I could have wished for. Since I was traveling solo, I requested for a private guided tour and he offered me such a fantastic experience, beyond all expectations. Joomart is so passionate about his country and extremely knowledgeable about history and geography. Seeing the country through his eyes was truly incredible. He speaks very well English which made it very easy to communicate and also better connect with the lovely locals and nomads we met along the way - thanks to him helping with translations.
We started the trip with horse riding and thanks to his expertise and solid experience in riding, I always felt extremely safe.
The second part of the tour was focused on road trips, where he showed me the all the natural and cultural sights.
Exploring the country with a true Kyrgyz, and living the local life is definitely the most unique and unforgettable experience. I truly recommend Kyrgyz Riders, not only travel professionals, but most importantly friendly locals with a true passion.
Aman, the owner of the agency personally takes care of the planning of his clients’ trip. From day one, I was in touch with him on WhatsApp to craft my itinerary. He took care of all my requests and answered all my questions, always with top professionalism and friendliness. Despite the busy summer season, he made sure to meet me personally during one of the stops of my trip, which was a fantastic surprise.
Joomart, my guide for the week is the best guide and travel companion I could have wished for. Since I was traveling solo, I requested for a private guided tour and he offered me such a fantastic experience, beyond all expectations. Joomart is so passionate about his country and extremely knowledgeable about history and geography. Seeing the country through his eyes was truly incredible. He speaks very well English which made it very easy to communicate and also better connect with the lovely locals and nomads we met along the way - thanks to him helping with translations.
We started the trip with horse riding and thanks to his expertise and solid experience in riding, I always felt extremely safe.
The second part of the tour was focused on road trips, where he showed me the all the natural and cultural sights.
Exploring the country with a true Kyrgyz, and living the local life is definitely the most unique and unforgettable experience. I truly recommend Kyrgyz Riders, not only travel professionals, but most importantly friendly locals with a true passion.
Written August 28, 2023
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José M Murillo
4 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Aman is not only an amazing tour guide in Kyrgyzstan but also a fantastic human being. He can organize any kind of tour to the travelers' time and preferences. He is always making sure that every tiny detail of the trip is up to the best standards and expectations. My 10-day trip to Kyrgyzstan is possibly the best experience I've had in my life and I owe it to Aman's professionalism, kindness, and passion for his job.
Written May 19, 2022
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Joe O
21 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Completed an epic 6 day winter tour of Bishkek, Issyk kul Lake and Karakol in Feb 2023. Kyrgyz riders organized everything to perfection and adjusted the tour were needed to meet our requests. Aman was an excellent guide and driver, who looked after all our needs on the tour. The restaurants and accommodation chosen by Krygyz riders for the trip were some of the best available in Kyrgyzstan and we got to try many local delicacies. The highlights of the trip included two days skiing in Karakol and horse riding in the mountains around Issyk Kul Lake. I have traveled to many other countries and used multiple tour companies but Kyrgyz riders are definitely best I have ever experienced. I recommend anyone who is planning a trip to Kyrgyzstan reach out to them. Thanks to Kyrgyz riders we had an unforgettable trip, I plan to go back to Kyrgyzstan at some point, and will definitely use them again.
Written February 19, 2023
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Explore13509594270
1 contribution
May 2024 • Friends
We booked a 2 day horse ride trip to Song Kol lake with Kyrgyz Riders and everything went smooth.
Communication was very easy from the beginning and we received different proposals and recommendations for the tour, adapting it to the weather conditions. During the ride, the guides Medet and Nurba were very professional and paid attention so that we were comfortable at all times, also considering the harsh conditions that may be around the lake during spring.
I would definitely recommend these guys for your adventure in Kyrgyzstan!
Communication was very easy from the beginning and we received different proposals and recommendations for the tour, adapting it to the weather conditions. During the ride, the guides Medet and Nurba were very professional and paid attention so that we were comfortable at all times, also considering the harsh conditions that may be around the lake during spring.
I would definitely recommend these guys for your adventure in Kyrgyzstan!
Written May 8, 2024
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hi, can I get contact information of Aman , whatsapp/ email. i plan to visit
Written October 8, 2021
Trip Advisor will not allow me to post Aman’s WhatsApp or email address. In no way am I being sarcastic or unhelpful. Please google Kyrgyz Riders, and you will see his contact phone number listed. That is his WhatsApp. Aman is very quick to respond unless he is at the yurt camp where there is no cell service.
Written October 9, 2021
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