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Karakol Ski Base Sunset

Spend the afternoon at the highest ski resort in Central Asia and catch the sun dipping below the western horizon.

Best time: sunsetAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 14:37

    Karakol Ski Base

    Arrive at Karakol Ski Base. The 30-minute ride from town gets you there in time to explore the chalets and see the T-bars and rope lifts before the light fades.

  2. 17:37

    Karakol Ski Base

    Find a spot near the chalets or hotel to watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, offering a clear view as the day ends at 17:37.

  3. 18:07

    Karakol Ski Base

    End your evening inside the hotel or one of the chalets. Relax in the sauna or enjoy a quiet moment after the cold air outside.

Local tip

Check the route for the 30-minute journey from Karakol to the base. Lift tickets are 1,200 som if you wish to try the slopes before sunset.

Check before you go

  • The sunset is at 17:37 local time on 15 January.
  • Golden light begins around 16:54, so arrive earlier to secure a good viewing spot.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Karakol (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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