Ala Archa Mountaineering school

Rock & Ice Climbing Courses in Kyrgyzstan (Up to 3A–3B Routes)

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Location: Ala-Archa National Park, Tian Shan Mountains, Kyrgyzstan
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Season: Year-Round
Level: Beginner to Advanced Alpine (F – 3B)

2026 Scheduled Group Dates

• 16 February 2026 – Available – USD 700

• 9 March 2026 – Available – USD 700

• 23 March 2026 – Available – USD 700

• 6 April 2026 – Available – USD 700

• 20 April 2026 – Available – USD 700

• 2 May 2026 – Available – USD 700

• 11 May 2026 – Available – USD 700

All programs operate year-round.

Ala-Archa Mountaineering School offers structured alpine climbing courses in the Tian Shan Mountains of Kyrgyzstan. Our programs combine rock climbing, glacier travel, ice climbing, and technical alpine ascents under professional mountain instructors.

With more than 150 established routes on rock, ice and mixed terrain, Ala-Archa is one of the best alpine training areas in Central Asia.

Why Train in Ala-Archa?

Ala-Archa National Park is located 40 km south of Bishkek and rises from 1,500 m to 4,895 m at Peak Semenova-Tian-Shanski. The park contains:

• Over 20 glaciers

• More than 50 alpine peaks

• Technical rock and ice routes

• Classic objectives such as Korona (4,860 m) and Ratsek Peak (3,900 m)

The Ak-Sai Glacier area provides ideal terrain for mountaineering training in Kyrgyzstan, including:

• Multi-pitch rock climbing

• Glacier rope team travel

• Ice climbing training

• Crevasse rescue practice

• Alpine ascents up to 3A–3B category

Contact

ClimberCA International Consortium
Telegram: https://t.me/ClimberCA
WhatsApp / Viber: +7 966 065-53-44
Email: your@climberca.com

7-Day Mountaineering Training Programs

Our Ala-Archa climbing courses follow a three-level progression system.

Level 1 – Beginner Mountaineering Course

Focus: Foundations of alpine climbing and glacier travel.

Includes:

• Introduction to modern mountaineering equipment

• Essential knots and rope systems

• Top-rope and multi-pitch rock climbing

• Glacier travel in rope teams

• Snow and ice anchor construction

• Crevasse rescue systems

• Training ascent (F–PD grade)

This course is ideal for those starting their mountaineering training in Kyrgyzstan.

Level 2 – Intermediate Alpine Climbing Course

Focus: Technical rope systems and independent team movement.

Includes:

• Double rope systems

• Multi-pitch efficiency

• Route planning and radio communication

• Rescue and evacuation techniques

• Alpine ascents (PD, AD-, PD+ grades)

Designed for climbers preparing for more demanding alpine objectives in the Tian Shan.

Level 3 – Advanced Alpine & Ice Climbing Program

Focus: Technical ascents and high-level alpine competence.

Includes:

• Advanced rope team interaction

• Complex rescue systems

• Small-team evacuation techniques

• Leadership in alpine terrain

• Ascent of Ratsek Peak (3,900 m)

• Ascent of Korona Peak (4,810–4,860 m)

• Technical objectives up to 3A–3B category

This level is suitable for experienced climbers seeking serious alpine routes in Ala-Archa.

Major Climbing Objectives in Ala-Archa

We organize ascents on:

• Korona Peak (North, South, West routes)

• Korona 1st Tower

• Ratsek Peak

• Izyskatel Peak

• Additional technical alpine routes upon request

Price – 7-Day Program

USD 970 per person

Included:

• Transportation Bishkek – Ala-Archa – Bishkek

• Professional mountain instructor

• Organization of alpine ascents

• Alpine hut accommodation (6 nights)

• Full board (3 meals daily, lunch-box on climbing days)

• Park entrance fees

• Group climbing equipment (ropes, protection)

• Radio communication

• First aid support

Not Included:

• International flights

• Accommodation in Bishkek

• Personal climbing equipment

Required Personal Equipment

• 50L backpack

• Sleeping bag

• Mountaineering boots (crampon compatible)

• Crampons & ice axe

• Harness & helmet

• 5 locking carabiners

• Belay device

• 5 m cordelette

• Headlamp

• Insulated clothing & gloves

Mountaineering Training in Kyrgyzstan – Why Choose Us?

• Professional alpine instructors

• Structured three-level progression

• Real alpine terrain training

• Glacier, rock, and ice climbing practice

• Access to 4,000–4,800 m summits

• Small group format

Ala-Archa is one of the most accessible high-alpine training areas in Central Asia, offering a rare combination of technical terrain, altitude, and year-round climbing conditions.

Contact

ClimberCA International Consortium
Telegram: https://t.me/ClimberCA
WhatsApp / Viber: +7 966 065-53-44
Email: your@climberca.com