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Full-day guided tour to Iskanderkul Lake from Dushanbe
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At a glance
Duration
9 hours
Price from
$200 / person
Location
Dushanbe
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 8 reviews
Languages
DE, ZH-TW, RU, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Travel company Marco Polo
Description
This is a day trip to one of the most beautiful, and biggest lake of Tajikistan, Iskanderkul lake. The lake named after Alexander the Great (known as Iskander in the East), that makes it more interesting to visit. You are not just going to visit this lake alone, however you will visit Snake lake, walk to powerful Fann mountains waterfall famous as Fann's Niagara. Besides that, all the way from Dushanbe to Iskanderkul lake and back, you will enjoy great landscapes and sceneries of Fann mountains range, Varzob Gorge and rivers. Take a boat trip to see most of the lake. You can swim in the lake also. Eat your lunch right at the edge of the lake in a well-located Cafe wwith best views on the lake and mountains. Anything else?! Let's discover then!
Tour Options
Full-day guided tour to Iskanderkul Lake from Dushanbe
Pickup included
Itinerary
Dushanbe
180 min
Meet with our tour guide in your hotel lobby at 09:00. And start driving to Iskanderkul lake
Iskanderkul Lake
Admission included180 min
Arrival in Iskanderkul lake around 12:00.
According to legend, Lake Iskanderkul was named after Alexander the Great, known in the East as Iskander. It is said that the path of Alexander the Great to India passed through this lake.
Stroll around the lakes, and you also can swim in the lake if you wish. You can have lunch in a cafe located at the lake.
There are also operating boats on which you can take a boat trip of the lake.
Later visit Snake lake that is situated in some steps away from Iskanderkul lake. From here best view for Iskanderkul lake opens.
After that, you will walk to a 50-meter waterfall, which the locals compare with Niagara and call the Fann Niagara (Niagara Fana). The lake covers 4 km2 , and the depth is 72 m.
Dushanbe
180 min
After exploring the lake return back to Dushanbe. Arrival in your hotel. End of tour.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Live tour guide throughout the tour
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up from your place (can be hotel, airport, Airbnb accommodations etc..). You can let us know about your address.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Full-day guided tour to Iskanderkul Lake from Dushanbe take?
Full-day guided tour to Iskanderkul Lake from Dushanbe lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Full-day guided tour to Iskanderkul Lake from Dushanbe cost?
Prices start at $200 per person for this Dushanbe experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Full-day guided tour to Iskanderkul Lake from Dushanbe for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We will pick you up from your place (can be hotel, airport, Airbnb accommodations etc..). You can let us know about your address. Pickup points include Panorama Hotel, Baland Hotel.
What languages is Full-day guided tour to Iskanderkul Lake from Dushanbe offered in?
The experience is available in DE, ZH-TW, RU, EN, FA, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(8)
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589amid
September 14, 2026
Great Road trip in Tajikistan
We hired MarcoPolo for a full day trip from Tajik border to Dushanbe with stops along the way. The vehicle provided was in excellent condition, the driver was very polite and extremely professional. Communication with Saeed (owner) was great. Saeed responded within minutes of asking anything.
I highly recommend this company.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your kind review and recommendation! We’re delighted that you were happy with the vehicle, your driver’s professionalism, and our communication throughout the journey.
It was a pleasure arranging your journey from the Tajik border to Dushanbe, and we truly appreciate your trust in Marco Polo Travel. We hope to welcome you again in Tajikistan!
Warm regards,
Marco Polo Travel Team
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Compass16675494080
June 14, 2026
Excellent Travel Guide Company!
Said and Marco Polo Team were very professional and on time. Everything went smoothly and according to the plan. Really recommended!
Operator response
Dear Martin, Thank you very much for your kind review and recommendation! We are delighted to hear that everything went smoothly and according to plan.
Providing professional, reliable, and timely service is always our goal, so it’s wonderful to know that your experience met your expectations.
Thank you for choosing Marco Polo Travel. We truly appreciate your trust and hope to welcome you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Marco Polo Travel Team
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Abu8raash1406
May 26, 2026
The journey of a lifetime
It was a very wonderful experience in all respects commitment to the right time and price and credibility and I thank the driver he was nice to me and the tour is unforgettable for my trip
Operator response
Thank you very much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience and that our service met your expectations in terms of timing, pricing, and reliability.
We are especially pleased to know that you enjoyed the company of your driver and felt well taken care of throughout the tour. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to him.
Thank you for choosing Marco Polo Travel. It means a lot to us that your tour became an unforgettable part of your trip, and we hope to welcome you back to Tajikistan again in the future!
Warm regards,
Marco Polo Travel Team
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elmayoral152
October 9, 2025
100% recommended.
A spectacular experience.
We've been given a Service 10 the better said 20.
They have been fast and efficient.
The super friendly drivers.
And the beautiful excursion. It was worth it.
The Marco Polo agency, it's been efficient.
Thank you very much.
Operator response
Estimados huéspedes,
¡Muchísimas gracias por sus amables palabras! Me alegra enormemente saber que disfrutaron de la excursión y que nuestro equipo les ofreció un servicio eficiente, rápido y amable. Nos llena de orgullo saber que su experiencia con Marco Polo fue tan positiva y que todo valió la pena.
Ha sido un verdadero placer atenderles, y siempre serán bienvenidos nuevamente en Tayikistán.
Con mis mejores deseos,
Said
Propietario, Marco Polo Travel
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452hananh
April 30, 2025
Respectable professional company
Very professional company. Provided all sorts of advice even when they didn’t have to. They even helped with our visa. Very clean hospitable homestay with delicious home made food. Tours were very well organized and with reasonable prices
Operator response
Dear Valued Guests,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re delighted that you found our team professional and that our advice—even beyond what was expected—helped make your journey smoother . Assisting with visa arrangements is one of the ways we strive to go the extra mile for our guests .
We take great pride in keeping our homestay clean and welcoming, and it’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed our homemade meals—home cooking is at the heart of our hospitality . It’s also fantastic to know that our tours met your expectations for organization and value. We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon!
Regards, Marco Polo team!
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Blondeandgs
June 17, 2024
Don't look further! This tour is all what you need.
Absolutely stunning tour. The driver was on time, speaks perfect English, was knowledgeable and was generally a really nice and funny guy to talk to. We have seen both lakes and beautiful waterfall. Car was very comfortable.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you a ton for taking time and writing a nice review about us. We really appreciate it and waiting for you impatiently back to show you more of our Paradise.
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764deveshg
June 16, 2024
Amazing trip to Iskanderkul lake with Guide Ali by Marcopolo
We had an amazing trip to Iskanderkul lake from Dushanbe with one of the best guides, Ali. He spoke English just like native Englishman. He explained and showed all the main points around. We also went to waterfall with 20-30mins hike and it was super worth it. Lake was soooo beautiful and you can have lunch there while watching beautiful mountains all around you!
Our guide Ali was very helpful, kind, Respectful and very funny. He made sure our trip was very smooth and gave us good enough time at every place. We enjoyed his company a lot.
The booking process was also very easy and I got all details on WhatsApp a day before from Marco Polo and I think its one of the great companies in Tajikistan for all tours. Recommended
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you very much dear Devesh, for such a nice and inspiring review about us. We are super excited you like it. And waiting for you again back in our country for further exploration of our beauties.
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Meander21850740596
May 17, 2024
Great Iskanderkul Tour from Dushanbe
I had a great tour of Iskanderkul and highly recommend this company. My guide, Safarali, was fantastic and treated me very well. The tour was well organized and Iskanderkul lake was amazing.
Operator response
Thank you very much for finding time and writing such nice and helpful review about us. We really appreciate it. We will be glad to see you again in our sunny Tajikistan 🇹🇯
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