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Kyrgyz Nomad Trail

connecting people and nature

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The KNT

is a long distance trail network across Kyrgyzstan connecting and inspired by local communities, world explorers and the natural environment we all share.

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The KNT

18

sections and
growing

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50

+

local
communities

12

+

national parks and reserves

45

km+

total elevation change

2k

km+

of hiking trail

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A land of
wonder and adventure

Kyrgyzstan

A land of

unparalleled beauty

Where nature is a living organism. 7000+ meter peaks pierce the sky, and hot healing waters flows in the valleys. Endless mountain ranges and sprawling plains. Forests, deserts, rivers, lakes, roaming herds, horses, eagles, snow leopards and so much more.

A land of

unending hospitality

Where nomadic shepherds and village families show kindness as a way of life. As nomads living in harsh conditions, hospitality is a part of the nomadic system in Kyrgyzstan, a custom that would make the biblical Abraham proud.

A land of

history

Where Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan, Manas and others fought and conquered. A land traversed by the Silk Road which connected and transformed the world, existing right beside nomads living a life barely changed in centuries.

A land of

tradition

Where Islamic religious practices infused with flavors of Asia, meet ancient Tengry animistic spiritual tradition. Where all religions are practiced and where foods such as Besh-Barmak and games like Kok-Boru are handed down from generation to generation throughout time.

A land of

culture

Where the 40 tribes of Kyrgyzstan created a nation and Central Asian horse archers and nomads met Soviet Agricultural Kolhos, influenced by Chinese and Uzbek civilizations. Where ancient tradition and modernity merge.

A land of

unparalleled beauty

Where nature is a living organism. 7000+ meter peaks pierce the sky, and hot healing waters flows in the valleys. Endless mountain ranges and sprawling plains. Forests, deserts, rivers, lakes, roaming herds, horses, eagles, snow leopards and so much more.

A land of

unending hospitality

Where nomadic shepherds and village families show kindness as a way of life. As nomads living in harsh conditions, hospitality is a part of the nomadic system in Kyrgyzstan, a custom that would make the biblical Abraham proud.

A land of

history

Where Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan, Manas and others fought and conquered. A land traversed by the Silk Road which connected and transformed the world, existing right beside nomads living a life barely changed in centuries.

A land of

tradition

Where Islamic religious practices infused with flavors of Asia, meet ancient Tengry animistic spiritual tradition. Where all religions are practiced and where foods such as Besh-Barmak and games like Kok-Boru are handed down from generation to generation throughout time.

A land of

culture

Where the 40 tribes of Kyrgyzstan created a nation and Central Asian horse archers and nomads met Soviet Agricultural Kolhos, influenced by Chinese and Uzbek civilizations. Where ancient tradition and modernity merge.

Our Mission

Working in multiple fields to create a long distance trail that operates as a sustainable tourism platform.

1

The Trail

Establishing a marked, mapped, and signed National Trail connecting diverse landscapes, communities, historical and cultural sites.

2

Knowledge

Creating platforms to bring visibility and accessibility to Kyrgyzstan, the KNT and the outdoors.

3

Community

Building a global community engaged in sustainable ecological, economic and educational initiatives, promoting ownership and empowerment.

Our
Mission

The KNT way

Working in multiple fields to create a long distance trail that operates as a sustainable
tourism platform.

1

The Trail
Establishing a marked, mapped, and signed National Trail connecting diverse landscapes, communities, historical and cultural sites.

2

Knowledge
Creating platforms to bring visibility and accessibility to Kyrgyzstan, the KNT and the outdoors.

3

Community
Building a global community engaged in sustainable economic, economical and educational initiatives, promoting ownership and empowerment.

The Core

Through collaborations the KNT can become a force for good, economically, socially and environmentally.

Travelers &
Adventures

Sustainability and community development

Indigenous
Communities

Natural Environment

Natural conservation and protection
An epic life-changing adventure

The Core

Through collaborations the KNT can become a force for good, economically, socially and environmentally.

Natural Environment

Travelers  & Adventures

Indigenous
Communities

An epic life-changing adventure
Natural conservation and protection
Sustainability and
community development
hiker in Kyrgyzstan
hiker in a snow tunnel in Kyrgyzstan
tean Kyrgyzstan
hiker paddle in lake
nomad meed the hiker in Kyrgyzstan adventure
backpacker in the mountains
Kyrgyz friendship meet the locals

By

hiker girl in a tent

World

hiker boy planing Kyrgyz adventure
hike women building ultralight tent
women backpacker in an high lake
yuval yellin the creator of the knt

Explorers

Built

hiker in Kyrgyzstan
hiker in a snow tunnel in Kyrgyzstan
tean Kyrgyzstan
hiker paddle in lake
nomad meed the hiker in Kyrgyzstan adventure

By

World

hiker boy planing Kyrgyz adventure
women backpacker in an high lake
yuval yellin the creator of the knt

Explorers

Built

Built

By

hiker in Kyrgyzstan
tean Kyrgyzstan
hiker in a snow tunnel in Kyrgyzstan
nomad meed the hiker in Kyrgyzstan adventure
hiker paddle in lake

World

hiker boy planing Kyrgyz adventure

Explorers

women backpacker in an high lake
yuval yellin the creator of the knt
The KNT, fueled by love for mountains, a passion for exploration, and belief in their positive impact, works through local and global collaboration, to achieve it's potential.

The
KNT Way

The KNT way

We are a part of the precious eco-system of this world, our actions make a difference.

1

Responsibility
We are accountable for our selves: our safety, experience, actions and the effects we have on our surroundings.

2

Impact
Do no harm only good by supporting local businesses and communities, caring for nature and spreading love wherever you go.

3

Respect
We are visitors in these mountains and should act accordingly, respecting the people, local culture and tradition and the land we walk upon.

4

Sustainability
In the way we hike, consume and interact with our surroundings. Remember! “take only memories and leave only footprints”.