Karakol → Jeti-Oguz transfer
Jeti-Oguz, the red-sandstone "Seven Bulls" and the Valley of Flowers, is 28 km west of Karakol. Price is a half-day return with the driver waiting up to 4 hours.
- Distance28 km
- Drive time36 min
- Pricefrom $38
Karakol → Jeti-Oguz: price per car
| Car | Per car return trip, driver waits | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Camry or similar | $38 ≈ 3,300 som | $19 | $13 | — | — |
| Minivan up to 6 Hyundai Starex / Delica | $48 ≈ 4,200 som | $24 | $16 | $12 | $8 |
| 4x4 up to 4 Land Cruiser / Prado / UAZ | $58 ≈ 5,100 som | $29 | $19 | $15 | — |
English-speaking driver +$15–20 · return — same price. Prices updated 12 October 2026.
The road
Asphalt to Jeti-Oguz village, then a gravel road up the gorge past the sanatorium to the meadows.
Worth stopping
- Broken Heart rock and Seven Bulls viewpoint.
- Valley of Flowers (Kok-Jayik) — 4x4 recommended for the last section.
Good to know
- Horse rides at Jeti-Oguz: our sister service Zoomy Travel runs a guided horse tour.
Included
- Private car and driver, fuel, tolls
- Meet & greet with name sign at airports, 60 min free waiting
- Stops on the way where you ask (up to 1 h in total)
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before
- Pay the driver in cash or card — no prepayment for transfers
Karakol → Jeti-Oguz: questions
How do I get from Karakol to Jeti-Oguz?
Marshrutka 80–150 som to the village, then walk; or a car with driver waiting, $38.
How long should we spend there?
3–4 hours is enough for the rocks and a walk into the valley.
Is it open in winter?
Yes — the gorge is beautiful in snow; the road is ploughed to the sanatorium.
Travelling solo? Split the car
Our free travel-buddy board — post your route and dates, find others going the same way, and share the car.
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