Sudochye Lakes
Sudochye is a system of lakes in the western Amu Darya delta, once a bay of the Aral Sea. Today they are separate shallow waters with reeds, salt flats and many birds — geese, flamingos and pelicans gather in spring and autumn. There is no road; you get there only by 4×4 with a local guide.
Weather
At 49 mNow: 4° · Clear · Wind 14 km/h
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How to get there
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Jeep tourOperators in Nukus or Moynaq arrange a day trip with a 4×4 and a guide. · 300,0 km · 8 h700 000 UZS
Questions and answers
Do you need a permit?
Yes. This is a protected area: entry needs permission, or a fee at the gate. A sanctuary near the border: go only with a local guide and a permit arranged in advance; hunting is prohibited.
Do you need a guide?
Yes — better to go with a guide than on your own.
How do you get there?
Jeep tour: Operators in Nukus or Moynaq arrange a day trip with a 4×4 and a guide.
Which months are best?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct — that is when people go.
How long does it take?
One trip takes about 5 h.
Is there water on the way?
The lake water is salty and not drinkable. Carry water for the whole day.
Photos
Photos by Wikimedia Commons contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0
