Drive from Dushanbe to the western part of the country to the picturesque Karatag gorge. Location – 52 km of west od Dushanbe city.  The rich vegetation gives it a special charm. In the lower zone there are many wild fruit trees, in the upper zone juniper dominates.

Overnight in tent.

Hike to the second Payron Lake (take 3-4 hour). Payron lakes is located at an altitude of 2200 m above sea level. It appeared as a result of a blockage, but the water is filtered through a stone dam, forming several small waterfalls. The water in the lake is cold. The left bank of the lake is inaccessible, as the slopes of the mountain drop steeply into the water. The trail runs along the right bank.

Overnight in tent

D escent back down the  Hakimi, last village in Karatag gorge  through Lake Timurdara.  Lake Timur-Dara — of dammed origin — is located an hour’s walk from the Karatag River, at an altitude of 1970 m above sea level. The path leading to the lake starts from a small river of the same name Timur-Dara, which flows from the lake and flows into the Karatag River. The lake itself is located among wooded slopes. The water there is bright blue. One of the shores is covered with coarse granite sand and can serve as an excellent beach.