Seclusion & Untouched Powder in the Tyup Valley
Tired of crowded valley floors? Located 9 km to 12 km from Jyrgalan village right along the wild Tyup River, Jyrgalan Tyup Yurt Lodge (JTYL) is a dedicated remote backcountry camp positioned in a quiet mountain drainage that standard day-tourers cannot reach.
Set at 2,300 meters, this camp is built for touring groups seeking complete solitude and immediate access to classic routes like the Tyup-3000 Peak (836m vertical climb to 3,060m) and Bear Pass (524m climb to 2,650m).
Camp Infrastructure & Comfort
- 2 Client Yurts (Up to 8 Persons Each): The camp features 2 custom client sleeping yurts accommodating up to 8 persons each (total camp capacity of up to 16 guests). Double-layer felt insulation with cast-iron stoves that run hot and steady throughout winter.
- Riverside Mountain Sauna (Banya): Relax in the hot steam with fresh snow rolls right by the frozen mountain stream.
- Heated Dining & Drying Yurt: Communal lodge yurt with charging stations, gear drying lines, and tea bar.
- Full Board Expedition Catering: Generous hot meals including Lagman, Plov, soups, fresh breads, and local honey.
Signature Ski Touring Routes from Camp
- Tyup 3000 Peak:
- Total Climb: 836m up to 3,060m (approx. 4.1 hours skinning, 9km roundtrip).
- Fast, wide-open North-facing powder cruisers down to the camp.
- Bear Pass Tour:
- Total Climb: 524m up to 2,650m (approx. 5.3 hours, 9km).
- Ideal scenic tour through rolling passes and mellow glades.
- Multi-Drainage Traverses: Possibility to skin over high ridges connecting back into Jyrgalan Village or towards Boz-Uchuk.
Booking & Group Requirements
- Self-Guided Groups Welcome: Staying at the secluded Tyup camp is fully open for self-guided touring groups, provided participants have a strong background in backcountry ski touring, avalanche terrain assessment, and companion rescue in remote zones.
- Minimum Stay Policy: The minimum stay at a single location is 2 persons for 2 nights.