Routes / Qusar and Shahdag
A day toward the Khinalig pasture
A measured walking route: A day toward the Khinalig pasture.
- Distance
- 36 km
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Ascent
- 860 m
- Descent
- 420 m
A day toward the Khinalig pasture follows existing tracks. The description is based on distance and elevation, not a generated path.
Carry water and turn back if the weather closes in.
Stages
The route has a clear start and finish. You walk it, and you can begin at any section. Lodging and meals along the way are listed. The company does not walk the route for you: it can supply equipment, meals, lodging, a horse, or a vehicle on the section you choose.
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1. Qusar to Laza
Qusar → Laza
The first day from Qusar centre to Laza.
12 km
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2. Laza to Khinalig
Laza → Xınalıq
The mountain road from Laza to Khinalig. A horse and a meal can be requested here.
16 km
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3. Khinalig pasture
Xınalıq → Yaylaq
A short section from the village to the pasture. You choose the way back.
8 km
Along the way
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Lodging
Laza guesthouseA house for the night in the village.
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Meal
Laza kitchenAn evening meal in a village house.
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Village
KhinaligThe village stop on the route.
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Meal
Khinalig tableA place for a midday meal.
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Water
Pasture springA water point. Still carry your own supply.
Safety
Stay on the track in fog. Snow and ice can close this route in winter.
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