Cholpon Ata is a small city located on the northern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake in Kyrgyzstan. Cholpon Ata on Issyk-Kul Lake features hot springs and outdoor activities. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, with picturesque mountains surrounding the lake. This is a popular destination for both locals and tourists during summertime. The city serves as a centre for recreational activities such as swimming in the lake, hiking, horse riding and water sports.
Accomodation
Mostly hotels and apartments are located within the city limit. If you are looking for more quiet and reserved vacation, check the recreational centres in nearby villages. The most popular are “Karven 4 seasons”, “Raduga”, “Ak-maral”. All these feature hotels and private villas simultaneously. It provides you with a lot of recreational facilities within the property.
Another type of accommodation are yurt camps. Try these if you are looking for a local experience
HOT SPRINGS The hot spring complex “Termal” is a very pleasant place to visit. Unlike other hot springs facilities around, it’s relatively new, quite clean and the natural origin. There are several pools of different water temperature. Best is to enjoy like the Roman “terms”. Starting with the slightly warm one. Continue to hotter ones gradually. Finally finish with ice-cold one. Then make this round once again! This way you’ll get an unforgettable experience! Especially if you don’t omit the ice-cold followed by a slightly warm - the receptors on your skin just go mad. Great to visit during colder seasons, especially when it snows.
Hot water pools in "Termal"
When to visit
Summer
Perfect for beach vacations, although is usually overcrowded. If you're looking for beach vacations but without the crowds, steer clear of the city and choose nearby villages.
Autumn
Might be still good for beach vacations up until end-September depending on weather. Great to enjoy hiking, since the temperatures are lower and the sun is not as active. Perfect for hot springs, especially in the evenings when it gets colder.
Winter
This season is good for winter hiking. Hot springs during snowfall would be an unforgettable experience!
Spring
Good for any outdoor activities. The nature is the most beautiful, all the rivers and waterfalls are full. Beware of the snakes, they tend to get closer to the water as it gets warmer.
A great place for horseback tours as there are plenty of horse stables there. As well is good for hiking but without marked trails.
All in all, Cholpon Ata on the shore of Issyk-Kul Lake will amuse you with hot springs and various outdoor activities!
Credentials:
Cholpon Ata landscape taken and published on Google by Pavel Isayenko
Hot springs photo taken and published on Google by “Termal— горячие источники”
Cholpon Ata is a small city located on the northern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake in Kyrgyzstan. Cholpon Ata on Issyk-Kul Lake features hot springs and outdoor activities. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, with picturesque mountains surrounding the lake. This is a popular destination for both locals and tourists during summertime. The city serves as a centre for recreational activities such as swimming in the lake, hiking, horse riding and water sports.
Accomodation
Mostly hotels and apartments are located within the city limit. If you are looking for more quiet and reserved vacation, check the recreational centres in nearby villages. The most popular are “Karven 4 seasons”, “Raduga”, “Ak-maral”. All these feature hotels and private villas simultaneously. It provides you with a lot of recreational facilities within the property.
Another type of accommodation are yurt camps. Try these if you are looking for a local experience
HOT SPRINGS The hot spring complex “Termal” is a very pleasant place to visit. Unlike other hot springs facilities around, it’s relatively new, quite clean and the natural origin. There are several pools of different water temperature. Best is to enjoy like the Roman “terms”. Starting with the slightly warm one. Continue to hotter ones gradually. Finally finish with ice-cold one. Then make this round once again! This way you’ll get an unforgettable experience! Especially if you don’t omit the ice-cold followed by a slightly warm - the receptors on your skin just go mad. Great to visit during colder seasons, especially when it snows.
Hot water pools in "Termal"
When to visit
Summer
Perfect for beach vacations, although is usually overcrowded. If you're looking for beach vacations but without the crowds, steer clear of the city and choose nearby villages.
Autumn
Might be still good for beach vacations up until end-September depending on weather. Great to enjoy hiking, since the temperatures are lower and the sun is not as active. Perfect for hot springs, especially in the evenings when it gets colder.
Winter
This season is good for winter hiking. Hot springs during snowfall would be an unforgettable experience!
Spring
Good for any outdoor activities. The nature is the most beautiful, all the rivers and waterfalls are full. Beware of the snakes, they tend to get closer to the water as it gets warmer.
