Duration — (days): 1 day
Kokbet & Maygashkan Summit Hiking | Chatkal Range
Discover one of the best 1-day trekking routes from Tashkent, ideal for adventure travelers, nature lovers, and active tourists looking for mountain hiking in Uzbekistan.
This 1-day trekking tour from Tashkent takes you to the scenic Tian Shan Mountains in the Bostanlyk district, located just 1 hour 30 minutes from Tashkent by comfortable minibus.
The trek begins in the mountain village of Gidjal at an altitude of 1000 meters. The ascent follows a rocky ridge of marble and granite, passing through a juniper forest, and continues along a well-defined trail to the Kokbet summit (1945 m).
Kokbet Summit Trek
Elevation gain: 1045 m
Distance: 10 km
Trekking time: 6–7 hours (round trip 20 km)
Depending on the physical condition and preference of the group, the hike can be extended to the Maygashkan summit (2310 m)—a challenging but rewarding route for experienced hikers.
Additional elevation gain from Kokbet: 365 m
Additional distance: 3 km
Total elevation gain from start: 1310 m
Total distance: 13 km one way
Trekking time: up to 10 hours (round trip 26 km)
From Kokbet summit:
Descent: 945 m | 10 km
Total distance: 20 km
Duration: 6–7 hours
From Maygashkan summit:
Descent: 1310 m | 13 km
Total distance: 26 km
Duration: ~10 hours
From the summits, enjoy spectacular panoramic mountain views of:
Chatkal Range
Mount Chimgan
Surrounding Tian Shan peaks
Alpine ridges, forests, and valleys
March – June: Lush vegetation and wildflowers
Summer: Hot, dry weather with clear mountain views
Autumn: Cool temperatures, ideal for hiking
Winter: Cold conditions, suitable for winter trekking
All-season trekking route near Tashkent
Minibus transfer from Tashkent included