Fann Mountains

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Seven Lakes, alpine passes and turquoise water

The Fann range is Central Asia's trekking playground: the Haft Kul (Seven Lakes) chain, Kulikalon basin and 5,000 m peaks, all reachable from Penjikent or Sarvoda.

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Essentials

Best season

July – September

Visit duration

3 days

Difficulty

Hard

Altitude

3500 m

GPS

39.2000, 68.2000

Entry fee

Free

Opening hours

Open access

Daily cost

≈ $60 / person

Open in 2GIS Tajikistan

Best time to visit

Monthly weather and road accessibility for Fann Mountains
Month °C mm SnowRoadBest
Jan-1140Yesclosed
Feb-945Yesclosed
Mar-370Yesclosed
Apr380Yeslimited
May860open
Jun1325open
Jul1612open
Aug1510open
Sep1015open
Oct340open
Nov-445Yeslimited
Dec-940Yesclosed

Getting there

  • 4x4 from Penjikent or Sarvoda
  • Homestay transfers
  • Trekking on foot
Full transportation guide →

Recommended activities

  • Multi-day trekking
  • Kulikalon basin
  • Seven Lakes drive
  • Rock climbing

What to pack

  • Proper trekking boots
  • Sleeping bag (-5 °C)
  • Sun cream SPF50
  • Water treatment

Safety

High-altitude terrain: acclimatise, hire a local guide, register your route. Weather changes fast.

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