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Guided Climb of Peak VOV (4,050 m) – The Remote Four-Thousander of Tuyuk-Su

From $178 per person

Guided Climb of Peak VOV (4,050 m) – The Remote Four-Thousander of Tuyuk-Su

Overview

Is this hike right for you?

Perfect if you…

Want to explore remote wilderness most tourists never see
Have good fitness and enjoy a physical challenge
Enjoy disconnecting from the city and camping under the stars
Traveling solo or with friends and want a safe, organized trip

Be prepared

Full gear list provided — we'll help you prepare for every day
All meals, camping gear, and logistics are handled for you
Your guide monitors weather and adjusts the route if needed

Description

Peak Otechestvennoi Voiny (Peak of the Great Patriotic War, 4,050 m) — commonly abbreviated VOV — is one of the more remote four-thousanders in the Tuyuk-Su cirque. Your RU article describes the ascent via the north ridge (1B), emphasising the peak’s defining characteristic: a very long approach for a 1B route.

As your own article on Khrishatogo notes: “Khrishatogo 1B and VOV 1B are both category 1B, but the approach to the first takes 3–4 hours while the approach to the second takes 6–7 hours — and that’s before the technical section.” VOV rewards those willing to walk further than the crowds. The summit sits deep in the cirque, near the Tuyuk-Su glacier and Ordzhonikidze (4,410 m), and the view from its north ridge takes in virtually the entire chain of Tuyuk-Su peaks.

The name honours the Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War (1941–1945) — part of the tradition of naming Tuyuk-Su peaks after Soviet-era themes (Pioneer, Komsomol, Oktyabrenok, VOV).

Itinerary

Detailed itinerary will be provided upon booking. Our typical tour includes daily hikes through diverse terrains and cultural experiences.

Pricing

1 person
Standard $473 /person $473 total
2 people
Standard $296 /person $592 total
3 people
Standard $237 /person $711 total
4 people
Standard $207 /person $828 total
5 people
Standard $189 /person $945 total
6 people Best value
Standard $178 /person $1068 total

100% private tour — prices are per person based on group size. The more friends you bring, the less everyone pays!

What's Included

Included

Professional English-speaking guide
Round-trip transport from Almaty
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Camping equipment & tent
National park entry fees
First aid kit
Hiking poles (upon request)
100% private group - no strangers

Not Included

Personal travel insurance
Personal equipment (boots, backpack)
Warm clothing & layers
Sunscreen & sunglasses
Personal water bottle
Alcoholic beverages
Tips for the guide (optional)

Our Guarantee

If weather forces a cancellation, you choose a free reschedule or a full refund. If you're not satisfied with your experience, we'll work with you to make it right. No questions, no hassle.

Private tours only (max 6) · Reschedule or full refund if weather cancels · No payment until confirmed

Traveler Stories

4.7
3 reviews from similar tours
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James & Lisa

Did the 2-day Altyn-Emel trip. The Singing Dune at sunset was magical. Our guide handled everything - permits, accommodation, meals. We just showed up and enjoyed. Already planning our next trip with Zabugorshiki.

March 2026 Altyn-Emel
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Anna W.

Solo traveler here. I was nervous about hiking alone in a foreign country but the guide made me feel completely safe. The trail to Kok-Zhailau was beautiful and the photos he took of me were amazing. Only wish the hike was longer!

December 2025 Kok-Zhailau
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David R.

Third time booking with these guys. Butakovka, Big Almaty Lake, and now Titov Peak. Every single time the service is flawless. The fact that it's always private and max 6 people makes such a difference compared to other operators.

February 2026 Titov Peak

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    Weather Forecast

    5°C

    clear sky

    H: 10°C

    L: 3°C

    Precipitation: 100%

    Tue, Jul 7

    light rain

    5°C

    1° / 7°

    Wed, Jul 8

    light rain

    5°C

    1° / 9°

    Thu, Jul 9

    clear sky

    4°C

    1° / 9°

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    On the channel

    What we’ve filmed

    59

    Hikes filmed

    704 km

    Kilometers covered

    44,439 m

    Elevation gained

    27

    Countries visited