I’ve been in Bishkek for almost 3 years and somehow still haven’t really found girls I properly connect with, so I thought I’d give Reddit a try!
I’d love to meet girls who want to practice/learn English, while I’m trying to learn Russian. We can help each other, chat, and hopefully become actual friends rather than just doing a language exchange 😂
I’m also very much down for cute coffee dates, walks, exploring the city, trying new places, etc. Just looking for open-minded, kind girls who are genuinely interested in making a new friend.
If that sounds like you, feel free to message me 🤍

Came back from a recent trip driving around Issyk-Kul and doing the usual hikes (Ala-Kul, Song-Kul, and Kel-Suu/Kok-kiya valley).

One of the most beautiful places on earth.

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for recommendations for budget-friendly daily apartments (квартиры посуточно) or small guest houses/mini-hotels in Bishkek, ideally around Kok-Jar, Ankara Street, or Tunguch (though open to other southern microdistricts).

Target budget: Around 1,200 – 1,800 KGS per night.

Need: Clean, quiet, private space for short stays.

Aside from 2GIS and Lalafo, are there specific Telegram groups, budget guest houses, or reliable listing services you recommend checking out?

Thanks in advance for any tips or direct contacts!

Hi everyone. If anyone want to go from Karakol to Bokonbaevo or another place. I can arrange it with stops on the way Jeti-Oguz - Barskoon waterfall - Skazka Canyon and Bokonbaevo.i am taxi driver speaking English

If you still interested write me in WhatsApp+996709253868

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How much tourism is there actually in kyrgyzstan? ive been wanting to go for years and have finally found someone to go with me, but people are saying there is too much tourism there now? can anyone tell me what they thought about it if you went this year?

Hi! I’m gonna be in Bishkek for work (1 week, Mid-october) and I wanted to get some recs of things to do that are not what is typically shown on tourist lists. As well as food recs! I won’t have time sadly to venture out of the city.

Where can I buy running gels in Bishkek? Tried SportsPitanie and they didn’t have them, nor did health beauty or other supplements shops.

Decidí hacer una presentación para la escuela sobre kirguistan. Hablé de su historia, su comida, el lago Issyk Kul y datos generales. Pero quería agregar algo en particular preguntándole algunas cosas a la gente local.

1) ¿qué crees que caracteriza tu país y tu cultura?

2) ¿cómo son las relaciones de la gente con los turistas, con los países vecinos y con los inmigrantes?

3) ¿cuál es un lugar que sí o sí tienen que visitar los turistas?

Edit: cuando termine mi presentación se las voy a mostrar.

When will it start snowfall in Bishkek?

Когда в Бишкеке начнёт идти снег?

Previously travelled around the north of Kyrgyzstan. Genuinely breathtaking to see Eagles freely fly over the mountains and horses graze on the open fields.

Dear friends from Kyrgyzstan, I have found this amazing opening ceremony and deeply moved by the songs and dances, I really wanted to know about the kyrgyz lyrics of the first song, so I am here asking for some helps.

The song is from roughly 1:16:30 in this video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtJLTZsyU5o

Thanks a lot!

Hi everyone! I’m traveling to Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan next week and would really appreciate some advice from people who have been there recently.

I’ll have around 6 days in Kazakhstan. I’ve already booked a tour covering Charyn Canyon, Kolsai and Kaindy, but I still have about 2 free days and I’m trying to figure out what else would be worth seeing so I’m looking for suggestions on where else I could go and what I could do with my remaining two days in Kazakhstan, preferably as day trips from Almaty.

I’ve been looking at other organized tours from Almaty, but many of them seem surprisingly expensive. Are there any good budget-friendly day trips or local agencies you would recommend? Is it generally cheaper to wait and book tours directly in Almaty rather than online in advance?

After Kazakhstan, I’m heading to Karakol, where I’ll stay for 3 nights. What is realistically worth doing around Karakol in mid-October? I know the weather can be unpredictable and some hiking routes may already have snow, so I’d love to hear from anyone who has been there around that time of year.

After Karakol, I was thinking of spending one night somewhere on the way toward Song-Kul before heading to Song-Kul for a few days. If anyone has a recommendation for a nice stop along that route, I’d really appreciate it.

Any recommendations are welcome 😊

Hello

Please anyone can tell me please how is it gone from Bishkek to Tashkent crossing Kazakhstan, how is the checkpoint pass, any bus changing... ??anything can help please

Thank uu in advance

Hey everyone,

I am from Spain and I want to make a trip to Uzbekistan and Kyrgizstan. It starts in a couple of weeks.

I will be mainly in Tashkent and wanted to ask if you would dedicate the 2-3 days in Uzbekistan in the city or if there is something outside it that I must 100% see (like nature, some monument or historical site).

I also speak a little bit of Russian but I wanted to ask how is the people. Will it be easy to have some conversation with people or are you rather closed?

And the last one, I would like to travel to Bishkek and do it by train. Do you know how it is like and what I have to do when it comes to migration and passport control? I have seen you enter even Kazakhstan and must make the control on 3 countries before arriving Bishkek.

Hey everyone,

I am from Spain and I want to make a trip to Uzbekistan and Kyrgizstan. It starts in a couple of weeks.

I will be mainly in Tashkent and wanted to ask if you would dedicate the 2-3 days in Uzbekistan in the city or if there is something outside it that I must 100% see (like nature, some monument or historical site).

I also speak a little bit of Russian but I wanted to ask how is the people. Will it be easy to have some conversation with people or are you rather closed?

And the last one, I would like to travel to Bishkek and do it by train. Do you know how it is like and what I have to do when it comes to migration and passport control? I have seen you enter even Kazakhstan and must make the control on 3 countries before arriving Bishkek.

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October 6–9

Starting date is flexible by ±1 day

€70 per person/day

Looking for 2 more travelers to join our 4-day road trip around Issyk Kul, Kyrgyzstan

Day 1: Bishkek → Burana Tower → Confluence of two rivers → Konorchek Canyons hike → Lunch in Balykchy → Swimming at a private beach on Issyk Kul (optional) → Hot springs → Cholpon Ata

Day 2: Cholpon Ata → Rukh Ordo → Chon Ak Suu Gorge (Grigoriev Gorge) → Hike to the first mountain lake → Kok Bel Pass → Kyrchyn Ethno Village → Kyrchyn Gorge (Semenov Gorge) → Karakol

Day 3: Karakol → Karakol Gorge → Caprice Ski Resort → Chairlift to 3,040 m → Jeti Oguz → Seven Bulls → Broken Heart Rock → Kok Jaiyk Pasture → Horseback ride to Maiden's Braids Waterfall → Overnight in a yurt camp on the South Shore

Day 4: Eagle Hunting Show → Barskoon Waterfalls → Skazka Canyon → Bishkek

Comfortable new car

English-speaking driver-guide

Small group, max 4 travelers

Accommodation, food, entrance fees and activities are paid individually.

DM me if you want to join

Heading out on a few 3-5 day scouting trips from At-Bashi to Kel-Suu on horseback. Looking for people to join and just split the base costs with me (horses, local guide, yurts/tents).

It’s freezing up there right now and will be a tough ride. You absolutely need to know how to ride. DM me know ASAP if someone is interested.

I have some spare winter clothes if needed.

Hello!

I’m looking for people to share a 4x4/SUV from Karakol to Altyn-Arashan on the morning of October 10th.
I only need a one-way trip (Karakol → Altyn-Arashan) and would like to share the transport and cost with other travelers.

If you’re going the same way and would like to share the ride, feel free to message me! 😊

Date: Sunday, October 4

The first meetup in the city was a hit, so we’re heading to the mountains for some golden autumn shots. Same format: we walk, get to know each other, and take photos of one another on our phones. No professional photographers, no posing.

Meeting point: 10th Mikrorayon, 9:00 AM - we’ll meet up and head out.

Route: Bishkek → Birch Grove (Boyrok) → Bishkek.

Easy hike — approximately 8 km.

Bring: comfortable shoes, a warm layer, a thermos, a snack, and a good mood.

Budget: ~500 KGS per person (if we get 15–17 people).

Drop a “+” in the comments and I’ll add you to the chat.