Shymbulak 3-Day Backcountry Adventure and Traditional Kazakh Yurt Stay

Embark on a 3-day backcountry adventure in Shymbulak, Kazakhstan. Stay in a traditional Kazakh yurt and explore the stunning Tien mountains. Experience local culture, breathtaking views, and untouched slopes.

Duration: 3 days, 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Medeu Skating Rink and Ski resort - Medeo Gorge (1690 meters above sea level) well known due to the highest mountain skating rink in the world and the dam, protecting the city from the mudflows.
  • Shymbulak - Mountain resort “Shymbulak” is located in famous Small Almaty gorge of Trans-Ili Alatau mountains in Kok Ashyk valley at an altitude of…
What's Included
  • Drinking water provided
  • Private transportation included
  • Professional skiing guide services
  • Daily ski-pass for Shymbulak on Day 1
  • All fees and taxes covered
  • 2-night stay at Yurta Shymbulak Base Camp & Restaurant
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Insurance policy
  • Lunch
  • Rental of avalanche safety and ski-touring gear
Additional Information

Experience the ancestral aura of former Nomads as you situate yourself within a conventional Kazakh yurt, framed by immense, awe-inspiring glaciers that project a panoramic perspective of Almaty city, positioned at an elevation of 3163 MASL. You’ll be captivated by the pristine air and the austere allure of jagged mountain apexes. This presents an…

Location
Ritz Palace
Al-Farabi Avenue
Meeting point at the parking lot of "Ritz-Palace" shopping center near the main entrance. Address: Samal-3 micro-district, building 1. The guide will be standing with nameplate "Powder Nomads".
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jet473272
Mar 5, 2023
The trip you must do in Almaty - It was amazing experience. We go to exotic and cozy yurt in middle of mountain and enjoyed backcountry skiing. The snow at high portion of mountain was very soft and it's enough reward for uphill. Also, Alex has very good attitude and instruct skill of powder skiing for my husband.
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809caih
Jul 24, 2022
Almaty circuit trek with Alex - Got to know Alex through recommendation of a friend who had an epic hike in Almaty, before I arrive Alex already helping me with my invitation letter for visa and picked me up from airport to have the best experience from the very beginning, really appreciated the warm hospitality through out the whole journey. Our hike planed for 3 days 2 night camping, due to the weather and our good luck 😎we spent 4 days 3 nights in a luxurious emergency hut, the experience and beauty of the trip blow me away, the first day we started at 3200M, walking through gorges, rivers, tree line, descend 1000M was quite a good challenge for me, the place we stayed overnight was like a dreamland, stars in the night sky was beautiful...the 2nd day normally is the tough elevation day but it was raining heavily, and Alex made the wise decision to reach the second hut stay over, it was best for me I realized even more on the next day, while gaining elevation on different terrain. hike with the experienced professional mountaineer Alex, you are in a good hand,he always find great spot to stop for tea/snack with fantastic view, cooking is one of my favorite relaxing time, Alex is good chief, we shared stories and laughters, inspired by his passion and love towards mountain and Ski... 3rd day we reached 3945M, surround with Snow, Glacier, Moraine lake, gorge, high peaks... Was brethtaken and not sure if there is word can discribe the magic moment, I will try😂 freedom, calm, healing, leveraged spirit&energy, soul cleansing,fullfiled with joy and greatfulness... 4th day we decend to big almaty lake... Honestly the trip was beyond my expectation, thank you very much Alex for your professionalism, very well organized and detail-oriented, knowledge/story sharing, positive energy, it was really a VIP private tour 😂will definitely come back one day to try ski with you 😊
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Alexandervos
May 11, 2022
Nice and safe! - Very nice trip, good attitude to safety! Catering is excellent! Guides are professionals, I would recommend to go if you are in Almaty!
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