Backcountry Skiing in Kazakhstan

Discover the stunning scenery and perfect powder of the Tian Shan on some skis!

From popular resorts right outside of Almaty to the remote wilderness at the foot of Khan Tegri, any backcountry skiing trip to Kazakhstan is sure to be an incredible adventure. Head out for hut-to-hut ski touring adventures or spend a day freeriding on nearby and steep slopes. There is no shortage of incredible adventures to be had! Compare and book a certified guide for your trip on Explore-Share.com: 1500+ guides, 70+ countries and more than 8000 different programs to choose from. Take a pick from our selection of Backcountry Skiing trips in Kazakhstan. The mountains are calling!

Top backcountry skiing trips | Kazakhstan:

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Kyrgyzstan & Kazakhstan skiing in 14 days

Join a KMGA-aspirant guide for this eclectic, scenic and fun ski touring and sightseeing adventure in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Over the course of 14 days, head to various ski resorts as well as out into the backcountry, taking advantage of high-quality powder and empty slopes. Visit various sites and cities along the way, exploring the culture and landscapes of these incredible places.

14 days

Intermediate

Any

FromUSD 1334

Almaty Skiing: 12 days ski touring in Kazakhstan

Join a KMGA-aspirant guide for this scenic, eclectic and exciting 12-day Almaty skiing experience. Head to the southeast of Kazakhstan for this unforgettable adventure, skiing and hiking in various spots throughout the Tian Shan mountains.

12 days

Intermediate

Any

FromUSD 1500

Kazakhstan skiing: 5 days ski touring in Ketmen Ridge, Almaty Region

Join a KMGA-aspirant guide for this scenic, exciting and fun 5-day ski touring adventure. From Almaty, head into the heart of the Kazakh backcountry at Ketmen Ridge, enjoying plenty of unspoiled views and pristine powder throughout the trip. Make several great runs reach day and spend each evening in the cozy mountain hut.

5 days

Intermediate

Any

FromUSD 597

9-day ski touring adventure in Kazakhstan

Join Konstantin Bartosh, a certified ski-guide on this incredible ski touring adventure in the unexplored Tian Shan Mountains in Kazakhstan to have an amazing time.

9 days

Intermediate

Any

FromEUR 985

Hut based ski touring in Kazakhstan, 5-day Itinerary on the Ketmen Ridge (Tian Shan)

Join certified guide Sergey Brodskiy on a thrilling 5-day program on the Ketmen Ridge in Kazakhstan and discover remote spots with pristine powder snow in the Tian Shan Range.

5 days

Advanced

Any

FromUSD 500

5-day Alatau ski tour in Kazakhstan, near the Shymbulak ski resort

Join certified guide Sergey Brodskiy on an unforgettable 5-day ski touring adventure in Alatau and discover the stunning untouched powder of the mountains in Kazakhstan!

5 days

Advanced

Any

FromUSD 300

Couloirs freeride skiing in Kazakhstan, 5-day tour near the Big Almaty Lake

Experience the exotic slopes of Kazakhstan on a 5-day freeride trip near the Big Almaty Lake with KMGA-certified mountain leader Sergey.

5 days

Intermediate

Any

FromUSD 350

Avalanche safety in Kazakhstan, 4-day hands-on course at the Shymbulak ski resort (near Almaty)

Learn the fundamentals of avalanche safety in Kazakhstan on a 4-day course at the ski resort of Shymbulak with KMGA-certified mountain leader Sergey.

4 days

Intermediate

Any

FromUSD 250

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Kazakhstan Freeride Skiing Tour

Be a part of this skiing adventure in the Ridder Mountains, Kazakhstan with an IFMGA mountain guide. Experience incredible powder skiing and stunning scenery in the Ridder Mountains. Get ready to freeride with a snowcat, backcountry ski, and explore the local culture.

8 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 2700

There are many reasons for choosing Backcountry Skiing in Kazakhstan

Boasting thick evergreen forests, pristine mountain lakes, enormous and rugged mountain peaks and even some snow-capped sand dunes, Kazakhstan has plenty to explore. Even though the mountains make up a small portion of the enormous country, their natural beauty is immense and a major region to come and explore them.

Good to know:

Country Code:

Currency:

Tenge (KZT)

Best time to visit:

January to April

Language:

Kazakh, Russian

How to get there:

Any outdoor adventure trip to Kazakhstan will begin with a flight into Almaty International Airport (ALA). Most guides will meet you here and arrange transport to the start of the trip

What’s the weather like?

Average daily temperatures in the mountainous region of Kazakhstan hover between 0 ºC and -5 ºC (32 ºF and 23 ºF). These decrease as you gain elevation. The beginning of the winter is also a drier time of year, with an average of 30 to 40 millimeters (1.2 to 1.6 inches) of snow falling each month

More info about Backcountry Skiing in Kazakhstan:

Kazakhstan is the largest country in Central Asia, but only a tiny sliver running of the country across its southern border has any mountains to ski – the Tian Shan. The Tian Shan are best reserved for intermediate and advanced backcountry skiers due to the steepness of the slopes and the relative isolation of the peaks. Among the most popular spots in the country is the Shymbulak ski resort, which boasts a number of off-piste options, including heading up to the summit of Shymbulak mountain (3,450 meters/11,319 feet), Talgar Pass and Bogdanovich Glacier. Ketmen Ridge, in the remote easternmost reaches of the country, is another popular destination. The area can only be reached on skis and horseback and provides plenty of great, isolated runs as well as scenic mountain vistas

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