TRANSHUMANCE RIDER FORM

The Transhumance takes place in the rugged mountains and remote valleys of southern Kyrgyzstan. In addition to five days spent riding and helping drive livestock from winter pasture to high summer grazing, the itinerary includes a visit to the eagle hunters, a mounted archery lesson, and cultural stops and “masterclasses” along the way.

Due to the mountainous terrain and livestock, the ride consists of primarily slower riding with a few opportunities for faster riding sprinkled in. Riders should be comfortable spending up to nine hours riding per day, potentially in the dark or cold! There is the option to ride in a support vehicle for a half or whole day (depending on the route) if someone needs a break.

This trip is not a luxury trip! It is for people who want an intense, off-the-beaten-path experience. You will be immersed in the landscape and culture. Riding at high elevations, we may (and probably will) experience weather ranging from sun to snow and hail. Accommodation is shared and basic. With an expedition-mindset, this trip is incredibly fun and an unforgettable adventure start to finish!

This ride requires a minimum of five riders. Once we receive this form, we will reach out with the next steps for completing your booking. Check out the itinerary for trip details and what is included in the cost. Please take a minute to look over our Booking Terms and Conditions and note that travel insurance covering horseback riding and trip cancellation insurance is required.

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What is your riding experience? How many years have you been riding? The more detailed the better!

Are you comfortable spending up to 8 hours in the saddle over rough terrain?

If necessary, are you comfortable dismounting and hiking with your horse?

Do you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies? Please indicate severity. (Not all dietary restrictions can be accommodated in wilderness and remote settings and will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.)

All accommodation on the trip is shared occupancy (multiple people in a room, yurt or tent). Are you comfortable with this?

Have you had any spinal cord or head injuries?

Do you have asthma?

Do you have diabetes?

Do you suffer from hypertension or any other heart-related issues?

Do you have seizures or convulsions?

Do you have any sort of blood-related disease?

Are you pregnant?

For health-related purposes, do you have any restrictions on the types of activities you can do?

If you answered yes to any of the above medical conditions, please explain.

Do you have any other medical conditions not listed? Please explain

Have you had any medical procedures in the last 12 months that could affect you on the ride?

Are you on any medications?

Do you have any allergies? Including but not limited to: insect bites, bee stings, medications.

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Do you have any questions or concerns we can address?

Please list the name, phone number, email and relationship of your emergency contact.

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