MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND SCIENCE OF THE KYRGYZ
REPUBLIC
KYRGYZ ECONOMIC UNIVERSITY
named after M.Ryskulbekov
DEPARTMENT OF «TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND
ENTREPRENEURSHIP»
INDIVIDUAL STUDENT WORK
By discipline: OTA (Organization of tourist activities)
On the topic: Organization of adventure tourism in the Kyrgyz Republic
Completed by:
A 2nd course student
TA-1-20 group
Akunova A. E.
Scientific Supervisor:
Beksultanova A. B.
Bishkek 2022
TABLE OF CONTENT:
1. INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................3
1.1. History of adventure tourism....................................................................................................3
1.2. Developing an adventure tour...................................................................................................4
1.3. Adventure tourism un Kyrgyzstan............................................................................................5
1.4. The main factors that hinder the development of adventure tourism in Kyrgyzstan................6
1.5. Types of adventure tours in Kyrgyzstan....................................................................................6
2. CONCLUSION..................................................................................................................7
3. SOURCES...........................................................................................................................7
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. HISTORY OF ADVENTURE TOURISM
Adventure tourism gained wide popularity after the Second World War. It was during this period
that tourists first began to use "for peaceful purposes" various items of military equipment: tents,
rafts, jeeps. Pretty quickly, this direction received all the signs of a real industry – specialized
travel companies, equipment manufacturers, as well as self-regulatory bodies (foundations,
associations, clubs, etc.) appeared.
Today, adventure tourism is still a fairly small market niche that is developing dynamically. Some
countries (New Zealand, India), thanks to the offer of adventure tours, provide themselves with up
to 40% of the incoming tourist flow. Latin America (Mexico, Brazil) and Africa (Kenya, Namibia)
are actively developing this direction. According to UNWTO experts, adventure tourism belongs
to the group of the most popular tourist destinations of recent years.
The most famous international organization that explores the adventure tourism market in the
world is the Adventure Trade Travel Association (ATTA). This organization defines adventure
tourism as a trip that includes "physical activity, connection with nature, interaction with culture."
Since adventure tourism has relatively recently become an independent direction of tourism, the
scientific community has not yet developed a unified approach to its understanding as a subject of
research. And, so adventure tourism has several basic definitions of adventure tourism.
Author
Definition
Source
Romanova I. V.
Adventure tourism is any domestic or Romanova, I. V. Adventure
international trips that include at least tourism: evolution and modern
two of the following three aspects: meaning of the term in foreign
physical activity, interaction with nature studies of the world tourism
and learning or cultural exchange, and industry / I. V. Romanova //
allow a tourist to make discoveries, seek Bulletin
of
VSU,
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– No. 4. – pp. 46-52.
unknown.
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Babkin A.V.
Adventure tourism is a type of tourism Babkin, A.V. Special types of
that combines all trips related to active tourism [Text]: textbook / A.V.
ways of movement and recreation in Babkin. – M.: Soviet sport, 2008.
nature, with the aim of getting new – 208 p.
sensations,
impressions,
improving
physical fitness by a tourist and
achieving sports results.
К. Холл
Adventure tourism is a wide range of Hall C. M. Special Interest
tourist activities, often of a commercial Tourism / Hall C. M. and
nature, involving interaction with the Wheeler B. (eds.) 1992, London:
natural environment away from the Belhaven Press. 214 p.
participants' home environment and
containing elements of risk
Adventure
Travel Adventure tourism is any domestic or Adventure
Travel
Guide
Trade Association international trip that includes at least Qualifications & Performance
(АТТА)
two of the following three aspects: Standard – III. Definitions
physical activity, cultural exchange,
interaction with nature.
H.
Sung,
Morrison,
O'Leary
A. Adventure tourism is a trip or journey Sung, H.H., Morrison, A.M., &
J. with
the
specific
purpose
of O’Leary,
participating in an activity to gain new adventure
experiences, often involving perceived framework
J.T.
Definition
of
travel:
Conceptual
for
empirical
risk or controlled danger, overcoming application from the provider’s
obstacles, in a natural environment or an perspective. Asia-Pacific Journal
exotic outdoor setting.
of Tourism Research, 1997. 1(2).
pp. 47-67.
1.2. DEVELOPING AN ADVENTURE TOUR
When developing an adventure tour, it is necessary to consider that in many ways this category of
tours is associated with risk. In principle, any trip is associated with risk. But it is also necessary
to know the behavioral intentions of tourists, especially if tourists from other countries are
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traveling. For example, Japanese tourists attach special importance to the emotional value and
newness of the tour. Tourists from Europe consider the practicality and benefits of the tour, getting
maximum impressions.
When developing tours, the following factors should be considered:

The purpose of the tour – is to get impressions.
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The content of the tour program – a sufficiently rich tour program is needed, regardless
of the chosen country and its organization.
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Travel conditions and accommodation – preference is given to the most comfortable
living conditions, considering the specifics of the trip.
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The duration of the program – adventure tourism, as a rule, is made up for a short time,
on average, the program lasts from 2 to 4 days. Weekend tours are often found, as well as
specialized holiday tours.
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Average age of travelers – adventure tourism is aimed at travelers aged 18 to 35 years.
People who are older and traveling with children are rarely interested in this direction of
tourism.
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Number of participants – as a rule, few groups participate in adventure tourism.
1.3. ADVENTURE TOURISM UN KYRGYZSTAN
Kyrgyzstan is one of the few places on the map where countless untouched, pristine places have
been preserved. This attracts active researchers and eco-tourism enthusiasts from all over the
world. More than three-quarters of the country is made up of mountains, which makes Kyrgyzstan
a Mecca for fans of mountain and active tourism. The highest point of the country – Victory Peak,
7439 meters above sea level, annually attracts thousands of mountaineering enthusiasts looking
for happiness in its conquest.
The development of this type of tourism was promoted by the initiative of travel companies that
offer various tours in this direction. It can be exotic travel, including using extreme sports. This
type of tourism is different from other types of active travel. The reasons for its popularity are in
the following aspects:
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
Popularization of a healthy lifestyle.
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The prestige of outdoor recreation.
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The desire of modern tourists for new experiences, getting new emotions.
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The possibility of self-realization during travel, as well as through travel.
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Improving the social status of a tourist, including through social networks.
Thus, adventure tourism is acquiring new forms, its popularity is growing, which ensures its
competitiveness, including in Kyrgyzstan.
In many countries, adventure tourism is developing due to a well-organized transport
infrastructure, as well as a high level of hygiene at the main tourist sites.
1.4. THE MAIN FACTORS THAT HINDER THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADVENTURE
TOURISM IN KYRGYZSTAN.
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The lack of a complex view of the geography of Russia.
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Low level of service in many territories.
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The underdevelopment of adventure tourism.
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Unpreparedness of personnel in this area
1.5. TYPES OF ADVENTURE TOURS IN KYRGYZSTAN
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Equestrian tour of Kyrgyzstan – Bishkek, Barskoon, Arabel Valley, Juuku, Saruu, Kyzyl
Suu, Jety-Oguz, Karakol
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Rafting tour of Kyrgyzstan – rafting on the river: Chu. One-day tour with departure to the
river Chu, where you will find an exciting rafting on rough rapids. Get 15 kilometers of
extreme fun!
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Khan Tengri and Victory Peaks is a bright and eventful tour of Kyrgyzstan – with
excursions, beach holidays and mountain hikes. However, the main highlight of the 10-day
tour will be a walk at the foot of the majestic Khan Tengri Mountain, 7000 m high.
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Lenin Peak Tour – is an exciting tour to Lenin Peak (7134 m), the peak that attracts hundreds
of climbers from all over the world every year. In addition to this, excursions in Bishkek and
Osh, and at the end of the tour program – a beach holiday on the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul.
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Bike tour to Kyrgyzstan – our unique bike tour, accompanied by a highly qualified guide,
will give you the opportunity to visit the beautiful mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, enjoy
delicious Kyrgyz cuisine, get to know with the charming culture of nomads, and discover the
history and monuments of this people in the most interesting and interactive way.
2. CONCLUSION
Kyrgyzstan can be attributed to places of worship among fans of rafting. The picturesque mountain
gorges of the Tien Shan, the virgin wildlife of the Ala-Archa Nature Reserve, the rushing rapid
Naryn and Karadarya rivers, rapids of different difficulty categories, both for beginners and
professionals – all this makes you come back here again and again for fresh impressions and a new
dose of adrenaline.
3. SOURCES:
1. https://studmir.com/priklyuchencheskij-turizm-ponyatie-i-osnovnye-osobennosti/
2. https://tourism.gov.kg/tour/активный-и-приключенческий-туризм/
3. https://scienceforum.ru/2018/article/2018003154
4. https://spravochnick.ru/turizm/razvitie_priklyuchencheskogo_turizma/
5. https://www.adventuretravel.biz/education/adventure-edu/guide-standards/adventuretravel-guide-qualifications-performance-standard-iii-definitions/
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