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Expedition
to Karavshin
to Karavshin
Explore Asian Patagonia
and climb big wall routes
and climb big wall routes
Expedition
to Karavshin
Explore Asian Patagonia and climb big wall routes
About the program
Karavshin, also known as the Asian Patagonia, is one of the most challenging big wall climbing areas in Central Asia. It is also a must-visit place, even if you're not a climber.
Here are some famous peaks: Odessa, Asan, Usen, Slesova, with the "Perestroika Crack" route, Ortotyubek, Kirchilta, Kotina and Yellow and Silver Walls, among others. There are dozens of routes here, ranging from one-day climbs to multi-day big walls.
We can arrange a personalized climbing program or a small group program. We also offer trekking trips and can assist you with managing your expedition as local experts.
Here are some famous peaks: Odessa, Asan, Usen, Slesova, with the "Perestroika Crack" route, Ortotyubek, Kirchilta, Kotina and Yellow and Silver Walls, among others. There are dozens of routes here, ranging from one-day climbs to multi-day big walls.
We can arrange a personalized climbing program or a small group program. We also offer trekking trips and can assist you with managing your expedition as local experts.
- DatesJune to September
- DurationUpon request
- LocationKaravshin, Kyrgyzstan
- CostUpon request
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DatesJune to September -
DurationUpon request -
LocationKaravshin, Kyrgyzstan -
CostUpon request
Details
The cost depends on the routes, trip duration and number of participants. We can provide an accurate quote once we know your goals and preferred dates.
Please check the booking and payment terms
What's included:
Not included:
Please check the booking and payment terms
What's included:
- English-speaking guides (2 person max for 1 guide for climbing program)
- All logistics: round-trip transfer from Osh to Batken, jeeps from Batken, and horses to base camp
- Border permits
- Meals during expedition: full board
- Satellite communications
Not included:
- Accommodation in Osh before or after the program
- Personal gear (see gear list)
- Rescue / travel insurance
- Meals in Osh
The program is customized based on your experience, the routes you are going to climb, and the time available. This is what our previous Karavshin programs looked like.
In 2023 it was a 21-day program. We climbed five routes graded 5A–5B Russian grade, including one new route.
In 2024 it was a 15-day program. We climbed 4 routes 5A–5B Russian grade.
Read the expedition report →
In 2023 it was a 21-day program. We climbed five routes graded 5A–5B Russian grade, including one new route.
- Day 1 – Driving from Osh to Batken and then by jeeps to the end of the road.
- Day 2 – Trekking to BC in Kara-Su valley.
- Day 3 – Setting up camp, rest, acclimatization.
- Day 4 – Climb Yellow Wall – Classical route (5A Russian grade).
- Day 5 – Rest day.
- Day 6 – Approach to Usen peak.
- Day 7 – Climb Usen peak - Saveliev route (5A Russian grade).
- Day 8 – Descent to BC, rest.
- Day 9 – Rest day.
- Day 10 – Climb Yellow Wall - Prokofiev route (5B Russian grade).
- Day 11 – Rest day.
- Day 12 – Rest day.
- Day 13 – Climb Yellow Wall - New route (5A Russian grade).
- Day 14 – Rest day.
- Day 15 – Rest day.
- Day 16 – Bad weather day.
- Day 17 – Approach to Asan peak.
- Day 18 – Climb Asan peak - Gorbenko route (5B Russian grade).
- Day 19 – Climb Asan peak, descent from the route, descent to BC.
- Day 20 – Rest day.
- Day 21 – Trekking, driving. Arrival in Osh at night.
In 2024 it was a 15-day program. We climbed 4 routes 5A–5B Russian grade.
Read the expedition report →
- Day 1 – Driving from Osh to Batken and then by jeeps to the end of the road.
- Day 2 – Trekking to BC in Ak-Su valley.
- Day 3 – Setting up camp, rest, acclimatization.
- Day 4 – Climb to Central Pyramid (350 meters, 8 pitches 6a-6b+).
- Day 5 – Climb Petit Tour (350 meters, 8 pitches up to 6b+).
- Day 6 – Rest day.
- Day 7 – Bad weather day. We did a short trek around the valley.
- Day 8 – Climb Missing Mountain (650 meters, 15 pitches, up to 6b+)
- Day 9 – Rest day.
- Day 10 – Bad weather day.
- Day 11 – Move to Kara-Su valley. Setting new BC.
- Day 12 – Climb Yellow Wall - Prokofiev route (5B Russian grade).
- Day 13 – Rest day.
- Day 14 – Rest day.
- Day 15 – Trekking, driving. Arrival in Osh at night.
This is an approximate list of equipment required for the climbing program in Karavshin. It will be adapted to your specific program.
Personal gear
Group gear (For a group of 2)
Clothing
Other
If you do not have all the necessary equipment, we can provide rental gear
Personal gear
- Harness
- Helmet
- Crampons (optional, depending on the route)
- Climbing shoes
- Crack climbing gloves
- Tube-type belay device
- Locking carabiners – 5
- 6 mm cord – 5 m
- Prusik
- Rock hammer
- Trekking poles (if you use them)
- Backpack (45 L)
Group gear (For a group of 2)
- Dymanic rope (single or half) – 2x60 m
- Rock protection gear: nuts, cams, etc.
- AID climbing gear (optional, depending on the route)
- Anchor pitons ("Birdies") – 10
- Open loop slings - 2x120 cm, 2x240 cm
- Quickdraws – 4 (60 cm loop + carabiner)
- Non-locking carabiners – 8
- Haul bag (optional, depending on the route)
Clothing
- Alpine boots compatible with crampons (optional, depending on the route)
- Sneakers
- Clothing appropriate to the season
- Membrane jacket and pants
- Warm jacket for belay
- Gloves for belay
Other
- Personal tent
- Personal sleeping bag
- Personal first aid kit
- Personal hygiene products
- Thermos (0.7–1 L)
- Sunglasses
- Headlamp
If you do not have all the necessary equipment, we can provide rental gear
To join the climbing program, you need prior experience from one of our other programs.
For trekking trips or logistics support for your own climbing expedition, there are no specific requirements.
For trekking trips or logistics support for your own climbing expedition, there are no specific requirements.
Testimonials
- Mikhail AlekseevExpedition to Karavshin
2024, 2025"It was a great adventure. Good company, awesome mountains and challenging routes. Great start in big wall climbing." You can read about our trip to Karavshin with Misha on the blog.
Karavshin 2024 — Expedition Report — Big Wall Climbing in Kyrgyzstan
Каравшин 2025 — Экспедиционный Отчёт — Бигволл в Кыргызстане
- "It was a great adventure. Good company, awesome mountains and challenging routes. Great start in big wall climbing"
You can read about our trip to Karavshin with Misha on the blog.
Karavshin 2024 — Expedition Report
Каравшин 2025 — Экспедиционный ОтчётMikhail Alekseev
- Olga RazinaExpedition to Karavshin
July 2025Karavshin is one of the best adventures I've ever had. It's a beautiful place where I want to return.
There are a lot of huge amazing walls created to climb. It was a challenge in a technical way because these walls needed all our technical skills. And it was also a challenge in a mental way because we needed to be patient and consistent.
At the same time we had lots of incredible views and unforgettable moments in Karavshin. This place is absolutely worth to go. I have no doubts that I wanna repeat this trip again.
- Karavshin is one of the best adventures I've ever had. It's a beautiful place where I want to return.
There are a lot of huge amazing walls created to climb. It was a challenge in a technical way because these walls needed all our technical skills. And it was also a challenge in a mental way because we needed to be patient and consistent.
At the same time we had lots of incredible views and unforgettable moments in Karavshin. This place is absolutely worth to go. I have no doubts that I wanna repeat this trip again.Olga Razina