Panorama is the top station of the Karakol ski base lifts, at about 3,040 m. From here you see the snowy peaks of the Terskey Ala-Too, and Issyk-Kul in clear weather. The base is about 13 km from town.
Issyk-Kul Region
Viewpoint
Jan–Mar, Jul–Aug, Dec
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Day / night temperature by month: averages for 2016–2025, not a forecast.
March−3° / −14°
April+2° / −8°
May+6° / −4°
June+10° / 0°
July+13° / +4°
August+12° / +2°
September+9° / −2°
October+1° / −10°
November−7° / −17°
December−11° / −20°
January−12° / −21°
February−9° / −19°
How to get there
The ski base is about 13 km from Karakol, 15–30 minutes by car. A return taxi with waiting time costs about 2,000–3,000 som; arrange it in advance. Minibus No. 101 only goes to the mouth of the gorge, then it is about 40 minutes on foot. There is a fee at the national park entrance — check the amount.
Prices and help
Money and mobile
Cash. A ride up cost about 700 som per person in summer 2026 and winter 2025–26. Check the price and the park fee for your date.
Contact and help
112single emergency number
101fire and rescue
102police
103ambulance
You can call 112 with a local SIM or without one.
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