In the midst of a nature reserve, recognised by UNESCO as a World Biosphere reserve, sits Sary-Chelek at 2000m altitude.
We entered the park from Arkit, where you have a gated entrance. You have to pay a small fee to enter the park, for your car and to camp.
It’s a beautiful & peaceful piece of nature. A perfect place to stay the night with the reflection of the stars twinkling in the silver lake.

Together with 3 other travellers, a local guide and 2 sweet German travellers Karin & Christian, we enjoyed an improvised meal and a couple shots of rum. A bottle shared by one of them. Much appreciated because the nights are a bit chilly and a good nightcap brings extra comfort.
Karin & Christian have their own travel blog: wildlifemoments.de were you can enjoy their adventures.

Setting the alarm to get up early dawn was really worth it. I wouldn’t mis the sun rise and the silence of the spectacle. Being alone and witness the sun slowly lighten up the lake, see the surrounding mountains to unveil their massive shapes was simply magnificent. What made it even more interesting is the fact that every minute, due to to the changing light, gives you a different view.