There are two ways to go to the famous Kara Kol Lake from Kashgar: once-a- day public bus or rented car. The second option is better if you will find companions to share the cost. You can stop on the route for picture – the landscape is really beautiful. Kara Kol Lake is surrounded by snow capped peaks.
There is chineese hotel you can stay overnight (and pay extra 50 yuan fo the “entry” to the lake). But there are also yurts of the Kyrgyz people at the entry to the lake area. They charge 30-40 yuan per night and 15 y per meal. I spent 3.5 hours walking around the lake – that’s nice experience -it gives you a lot of picture opportunities. Thake your breath and slow down – it is 3700 m above the sea level here!. The night in the yurt was quite warm – the hosts supply enough blankets. But floor was very hard! Another adventure!
