5 Days Shymbulak Backcountry Skiing and Snowboarding

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 120 hours

The freeride spots above Shymbulak are easy to access but nonetheless rarely explored and contain unique lines, including some unridden first descents. Join us on this 5-day trip to discover Shymbulak from a new perspective and look down on the ski resort from a great height.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • The services of a ski guide
  • Breakfast
  • Accomodation in a yurt on the Talgar Pass (3,150m),
  • Cable car transfer from Medeu to Talgar pass

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Lunch is not included but is available in the many bars and restaurants at Shymbulak
    • Dinner is not included but is available in the many bars and restaurants at Shymbulak

    Languages spoken by guide

    Russian
    English

    Additional information

    Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Location

    Departure point

    Medeo Rink, Medeo Rink, Gornaya St 465, Medeu District, Almaty, 050020
    You can get to Medeo cable car station along Dostyk Avenue, if you follow it towards the mountains. You can take a taxi or the bus route number 12. It leaves from the bus stop opposite the Kazakhstan Hotel and drives straight to Medeo.

    End point

    Medeo Rink, Medeo Rink, Gornaya St 465, Medeu District, Almaty, 050020

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