The Enchanting Sunny Fish Fountain in Bishkek

Getting There

• Car

  To reach the Sunny Fish fountain from Bishkek, start by driving south on the A366 road towards Ala-Archa National Park. The drive takes approximately 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive at the national park entrance, you will need to pay an entrance fee (around 150 KGS for foreigners). After entering the park, follow the main road that leads into the park. Keep an eye out for the signs directing you towards the various attractions. The fountain is located near the main path, and you can park your car in designated areas close to the walking trails.

• Public Transportation

  To get to the Sunny Fish fountain via public transport, take a marshrutka (minibus) from Bishkek to Ala-Archa National Park. Marshrutkas leave from the Western bus station (Avtovokzal Zapadny) and cost approximately 50-100 KGS. The journey takes around 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive at the park entrance, you will need to pay an entrance fee (about 150 KGS for foreigners). After entering, you can either walk or look for local taxis to take you closer to the fountain area. The fountain is accessible via the main walking path, so follow the signs leading to the attractions.

• Hiking

  If you are already in Ala-Archa National Park and wish to hike to the Sunny Fish fountain, start from the main visitor center. Follow the well-marked trails that lead deeper into the park. The hike to the fountain is moderately easy and offers stunning views along the way. Be sure to have comfortable hiking shoes, water, and snacks. The fountain is located near the main trail, so keep an eye out for signs indicating its direction.