Song-Kul is the reason many travelers first hear the name Kochkor. The lake sits high in open pasture, usually reached from town by a rough drive and horse trek, with nights in yurt camps and long views over grass, water, and distant ridges.
The offices in Kochkor can arrange guides, horses, food, transport, and homestays. Ask clear questions about route length, horse condition, what is included, and where you will sleep. The trip is wonderful in good weather, but the altitude and exposure make it a serious mountain outing when conditions turn.