Seven Lakes, Tajikistan

Seven mountain lakes in the Fann Mountains, a day from Samarkand.

The Seven Lakes tour A private guide for the day

Our guide with guests holding the flag of Tajikistan at one of the Seven Lakes

Best time: May–October
Passport: Needed — some passports need a Tajik e-visa
How long to stay: A full day
Guides: In almost every language

What to see at the Seven Lakes

The Seven Lakes

Seven lakes in one valley, each a different colour.
The Fann Mountains

High peaks, gorges and mountain villages.

Also worth seeing

Penjikent — A town with the ruins of an ancient Sogdian city.

Tours to the Seven Lakes

All tours from Samarkand

Our guide with guests holding the flag of Tajikistan at one of the Seven Lakes

Cross-border

9–12.5 hoursFrom Samarkand

Seven Lakes of Tajikistan

Fann Mountains · passport needed

from $190 / group

Everything you need for the Seven Lakes

A guide for the dayIn your language, with help at the border. TransfersCars on both sides of the border. Help with hotelsStay in Samarkand before and after — we help you book.

Good to know

Passport and visa

Bring your passport. We check whether you need a Tajik e-visa when you book.

Early start

Leave Samarkand early to have a full day at the lakes.

Cash

Bring some small cash — cards are rarely accepted in the villages.

Plan your day at the Seven Lakes

Tell us your dates — we’ll arrange the cars, the border and your guide.

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