Sughd (Fann Mountains)
Deep blue lakes below Chimtarga peak
A cluster of glacial lakes at 2,800 m at the foot of Chimtarga (5,489 m) — the classic base camp of the Fann Mountains, reached by 4x4 to Artuch plus a few hours of walking.
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Essentials
Best season
July – September
Visit duration
2 days
Difficulty
Hard
Altitude
2800 m
GPS
39.1489, 68.3947
Entry fee
Free
Opening hours
Open access
Daily cost
≈ $55 / person
Best time to visit
Getting there
- 4x4 to Artuch alplager
- Trek 3–4 h from Artuch
Recommended activities
- • Lakeside camping
- • Chimtarga base camp trek
- • Cold-water swimming
- • Astrophotography
What to pack
- • Tent & mat
- • Warm sleeping bag
- • Trekking poles
- • High-energy food
Safety
No shops or clinics — carry a first-aid kit. Altitude sickness is possible above 2,500 m.
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