Russia truly is a fascinating, mysterious and humongous country, stretching across 11 time zones and with a unique and quirky culture unlike anywhere else on earth. Snow blankets the country for much of the year, meaning there are a huge number of skiing spots for people to tackle. Backcountry skiing in Russia is glorious and liberating, with large tracts of land just waiting to be explored and skied on. Choose from our selection of backcountry skiing trips in Russia, and prepare to wowed!
What should I know about Backcountry Skiing Russia?
Some of the weather conditions in Russia can be extremely harsh and brutal, with freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall a common occurrence. Please take all necessary precautions to ensure you are not caught out by these conditions.
Why should I choose Russia for my Backcountry Skiing adventure?
The Conditions
What can I expect from the weather in Russia?
Cold for most of the year, with Summer temperatures averaging around 20 degrees celsius, while Winters are long and harsh, with extreme cold the norm in most of the country.
Which language is predominantly spoken in Russia?
Russian
What currency is accepted in Russia?
Russian Ruble
How can I get to Russia?
Flights to Moscow and St. Petersburg from major European and Asian hubs.
What’s the country code of Russia?
+7
What’s the high season for Backcountry Skiing in Russia?
February-May, when the snowfall is heaviest and the temperatures not as extreme.
Paola
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One of the best ski trips i have ever experienced! I can highly recommend this trip. Aleksandr is a great guide, he clearly knows what he does and he made sure that i have a blast.
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Bester Partner in Sachen alpinen Bergsport. Von mir gibt's volle 5 Sterne für euren erstklassigen Service weltweit. Ich freue mich auf die bevorstehenden hike and fly Unternehmungen mit euch
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