2 Days Trekking In Ugam-Chatkal National Park

Day 1: The Ascent to Small Chimgan The journey begins with a scenic drive from Tashkent to the high-altitude village of Chimgan. The trek kicks off with a quick climb to Pesochnyi Pass, serving as a gateway to the inner mountains. From here, you tackle the ascent to the summit of Small Chimgan (2,096m). The peak provides a stunning aerial perspective of the turquoise Charvak Reservoir and the towering limestone walls of Greater Chimgan. The day concludes with a descent into the lush Gulkamsay valley, where you camp in a picturesque birch grove near the entrance to the dramatic Gulkam Canyon. Day 2: Waterfalls and the Gulkam Gorges The second day is defined by water and rock. You will explore the eastern slopes, visiting the Vodoprovod Waterfall—a refreshing mountain cascade. The highlight is the traversal of the Gulkam Canyon, a narrow limestone gorge where the walls close in to just 7 meters wide. Expect an adventurous afternoon of river trekking: crossing streams, wading through crystal-clear water, and navigating the rocky passage past a 10-meter waterfall. The trek ends with a scenic drive back to Tashkent, passing through the coastal villages of the Charvak lakeside.