Private Full-Day Tour to Iskandarkul

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Dushanbe, Tajikistan

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10+ bookings last month.

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
English Speaking Guide

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

The pickup place is your hotel

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Iskanderkul

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Iskanderkul

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Varzob Gorge

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 35 reviews

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A way to see an area outside Dushanbe

Marla_A, Sep 2025

We had an experienced driver who also told us history of Tajikistan and the area we were driving to. It is a long drive (almost 3 hours) and then a short visit to take photos before driving back. No lunch stop and the only bathroom stop was when we arrived at the lake to take some photos. There was no opportunity to hike. If you are looking for a trip to see an area with the mountains and other villages it is a good day.

3 on 5

benson_m, Jul 2025

It's a long and beautiful drive and the lake is beautiful as well. We were not aware we had to pay for our guide's meal as well after already being charged so much!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you for your feedback and for joining our tour. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful drive and the lake. We’re very sorry for the confusion regarding the guide’s meal. To clarify, guides covered their own food during the trip, and guests are not expected to pay for it. We also understand that prices at tourist locations can be unexpectedly high — something we should have better informed you about in advance. We truly appreciate your comments and will use them to improve our communication in future

Loved the place with...

PuayYork_L, May 2025

Loved the place with scenic views. Guide and driver were helpful in sharing the history and cultural insights. However, do remember to get some Somoni as the lunch venue does not accept credit cards.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the scenic views and found our guide and driver informative and helpful. We appreciate the tip about bringing Somoni—it's definitely good to be prepared when visiting local spots. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon

9 hrs away from city life

AFRAH_A, Apr 2025

Takes between 2 hrs and 45 mnts to 3 hrs drive (one way) but totally worth it! Stunning views on the way and you will enjoy your time away from the city for few hrs. The hike to the waterfall is easy and takes total of 40 mnts.

A journey into a nature wonderland at Iskanderkul

Robert_R, Apr 2025

This experience was absolutely incredible it was perfectly planned and even better executed I could do it all over again. Bobo was a fantastic guide and a safe and efficient driver....he advised that we go a day earlier than planned to avoid the rain that was set to happen in the following two days....the journey to Iskanderkul was half the fun with beautiful mountains and canyons and glaciers on the way....Bobo was so knowledgeable he pointed out so many cool details.... Iskanderkul was so stunning is a pearl of the Tajik mountains....so peaceful with a mirror reflection of the mountains after a lovely home cooked lunch we headed back to the city stopping to take some great photos of the mountains and to try the mountain rhubarb that they were selling along the road it was a happy day in my life...

Beautiful lake, good guide

Arvind_J, Feb 2025

My guide Bobo came on time to pick me up. He was friendly, spoke clear English, and stopped at all the photo stops on the way. He drove very safe even though there was snow in the mountains. Drive to the lake was very beautiful, going through the snow covered mountains. Because of off-season there was no one at the lake, I was the only visitor there. It was so serene and beautiful to see the lake and the mountains with snow all around. I definitely recommend doing this tour.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Thank you for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the scenic drive and the peaceful atmosphere at the lake. Bobo will be happy to hear your feedback. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again in Tajikistan!

Really a great Tour! 5 Stars!

Christine_S, Jul 2024

We had a wonderful tour to Iskandarkul-Lake! Bobojon was a very capable driver and kind tour guide. He gave us any time we needed and showed us even some extra spots. His tour was really a pleasant experience, we can only recommend him and his tour.