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Fann Mountains guides

Everything to sort out before you book a trip into the Fann Mountains: the lakes, where to start, the border, the treks, safety and the seasons.

Seven Lakes Tajikistan 2026: Each Lake, the Route & SwimmingSeven lakes on one valley road, from 1,598 to 2,400 metres.Read the guide →Seven Lakes Day Trip from Samarkand 2026: 5 Tours ComparedFive day trips side by side, and the border in six steps.Read the guide →Iskanderkul from Dushanbe 2026: Day Trip, Road & WaterfallThe easy Fann Mountains day from the capital, three hours each way.Read the guide →Fann Mountains Trekking 2026: Routes, Passes & SeasonKulikalon, Alauddin and the passes, and how fit you need to be.Read the guide →Tajikistan Visa & Safety for the Fann Mountains 2026Who needs a visa, Uzbek re-entry, and how safe the Fanns are.Read the guide →Best Time to Visit the Fann Mountains 2026: Month by MonthMonth by month, snow and roads, and what to wear.Read the guide →

Tours

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The three trips most people choose between. Every tour has its own page with the route, the walking and what guests say.

Iskanderkul Lake Day Tour from Dushanbe From Dushanbe ★ 4.61 dayFree cancellation

Iskanderkul Lake Day Tour from Dushanbe
Max 10 guestsHotel pickupWaterfall walk

Three hours north of Dushanbe over the Anzob Pass to a deep blue lake at 2,195 metres. Free time on the shore and a short walk to the 40-metre waterfall below it.

What's included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dushanbe
  • English-speaking guide (also German and Russian)
  • Air-conditioned car or minibus
  • Food and drinks
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Full tour details
From$141per person Reserve
Seven Lakes Day Trip from Samarkand with Lunch Most booked ★ 4.911 to 12.5 hoursFree cancellation

Seven Lakes Day Trip from Samarkand with Lunch
Border helpLunch at MarguzorEnglish

Cross into Tajikistan at dawn, buy bread at the Panjakent bazaar and drive up the Shing valley lake by lake. Lunch is at Marguzor, the swim is optional and cold.

What's included
  • Minibus from Samarkand to the lakes and back
  • English-speaking guide, help at both border posts
  • Lunch at Lake Marguzor (vegetarian on request)
  • 1 litre of water per person
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Full tour details
From$63per person Reserve
2-Day Kulikalon Trek with a Tent Night Real trekking New2 daysFree cancellation

2-Day Kulikalon Trek with a Tent Night
CampingMax 103,700 m pass

Hike 3 to 4 hours from Artuch to the Kulikalon lakes and sleep in a tent below Chimtarga. Day two crosses the Chukurak Pass at 3,700 metres before the drive home.

What's included
  • Transport from Samarkand, with a Tajik driver after the border
  • Mountain guide
  • Tent and sleeping bag
  • Dinner, breakfast and a picnic lunch
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Full tour details
From$320per person Reserve

Plan your date before you go

Seven lakes in one day from Samarkand, with border help, the Panjakent bazaar and lunch by Marguzor. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

Check dates for the Seven Lakes day trip