Cross the Chukurak Pass to Kulikalon hollow with its numerous streams and lakes. Camp by Bibijona Lake with magnificent panorama of the steep glaciated north face of the Chimtarga, the highest summit of the Fann. Descend to a campsite by the lakes. Lake at 3800m, which is surrounded by glaciers and summits amongst these being Energia 5120m, Zamok 5070m and Chimtarga, 5489m, the highest peak in the Fann. This is our highest campsite.
Alpine flowers liven up the stark, high mountain setting.
After an hour's walk we reach snow fields leading up to the Kaznok Pass, 4040m. The guide will carry a rope to fix on the snow slope for added security. We return to our campsite then descent to spend a second night at the Alaudin Lakes. Walk down the valley to our waiting transport. Drive the down the Zeravshan river valley, to Penjikent, 5-6 hours.