Travel Guide to Ozero Kundzha-Kul'

Getting There

• Car

  From the main area around Teshik-Kul Lake, take the main road heading southwest towards Bukhara. Continue on this road for approximately 60 kilometers until you reach the town of Bukhara. Upon reaching Bukhara, look for signs directing you towards Ozero Kundzha-Kul'. The lake is located about 30 kilometers northwest of Bukhara. Follow local road signs and GPS directions to navigate to the lake, which is situated at coordinates 39.6666667 latitude, 64.6666667 longitude. Ensure to check local traffic regulations and conditions, as they may vary.

• Public Transportation

  From Teshik-Kul Lake, take a local bus or shared taxi to the city of Bukhara. The journey typically costs around 10,000 UZS and takes about 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic. Once in Bukhara, you can catch a local minibus (known as a marshrutka) that heads towards Ozero Kundzha-Kul'. Ensure you confirm with the driver that the route includes the lake before boarding. The fare for the minibus is generally about 5,000 UZS. After arriving at the nearest stop to the lake, you may need to walk approximately 2 kilometers to reach the shore of Ozero Kundzha-Kul'.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct method, consider hiring a taxi from Teshik-Kul Lake to Ozero Kundzha-Kul'. Negotiate the fare beforehand; it should typically range between 50,000 to 100,000 UZS depending on your negotiation and the taxi service. Make sure to agree on a pick-up time for your return trip as well. The taxi ride should take approximately 1 hour, depending on traffic.