Backcountry Ski & Yurt Experience

This 11-day tour is a true adventure for lovers of mountains and nature. You will go on a trek through the beautiful Jyrgalan Valley, cross high mountain passes, visit crystal-clear lakes like Boz-Uchuk, Ailanysh, and Ala-Kul, and enjoy the hot springs in Altyn-Arashan.

Along the way, you will learn about Kyrgyz nomadic culture, see ancient landmarks like the Burana Tower, walk along glaciers and rivers, and spend nights in cozy guesthouses, tents, and yurts under the stars. You will experience amazing mountain views, green valleys, wild horses, and the clear waters of alpine lakes.

The tour starts in Bishkek and takes you through remote valleys, high passes, and charming mountain villages, letting you feel the true spirit of Kyrgyz nature and culture. KAGAN invites you on this unforgettable journey — create memories that will last a lifetime!

7 days and 5 days on ski.

Backcountry ski & yurt experience. 5 days of adventure skiing for lovers of wide open spaces and snow-capped mountains in winter.

The ride will take you to mountain peaks and unspoiled slopes mixed with majestic landscapes, hiking in untouched snow, breathing fresh mountain air, yurt camps and mountain top lunches.

Just 5 days to fall in love with the fabulous wilderness of Kyrgyzstan and enjoy a hospitable and friendly nation will make your memories unforgettable.

The “Ski touring & yurt experience” program is intended for people with a high level of physical preparation and is possible from February to mid-March. We always have interesting routes and a reliable team. Take up the challenge with KAGAN!

From880.00

Tour Features

  • Duration
    5 Days

  • Destination
    Bishkek – Suusamyr valley – Bishkek.

  • Highlights
    • Hiking
    • Yurt camping
    • H
    igh level of physical preparation

  • Best season
    February to mid-March

Here is the program by day

The Kyrgyz guide meets you at the airport. Rest, shower and breakfast at the Madison Hotel. Transfer to Suusamyr valley. We can ski on the ski resort of Too Ashuu. Overnight and dinner in the lodge at 3000m. Day 1 | Bishkek – Suusamyr valley Start of the skitouring. Lunch on the top of the mountains. Back to the ski resorts. Drive to the yurt camp at Otmok area. +700m. 100km. Day 2 | Backcountry skiing at Too-Ashuu In the morning, we start our skitouring, right from the yurt camp. We cross the river and attack the mountains of Kichi Suusamyr. Lunch in the mountains. Back to the same camp as before. +1000m. Day 3 | Backcountry skiing to Kichi Suusamyr mountains Drive to the 2start point of the skitouring around 20km. We cross the river on the bridge and skitouring up to the Aramza suu mountains. Lunch on the top of the day. Back to the same lodge as before. Briefing with guide. +900m.
Day 4 | Backcountry skiing in Aramza Suu
Drive to the start point of the skitouring, 70km. Skitouring up to the mountains. This day, we can do several times go up and ride down on the same slopes. Back to the same yurt camp as before. Briefing with guide. Total 140km. +700m.
Day 5 | Backcountry skiing in Otmok mountains
Last day backcountry skiing at Ala Bel pass. We drive there 1h. then start of the skitouring. Lunch in the mountains. Back to the yurt camp. Overnight and dinner in the yurt camp.
Day 6 | Backcountry skiing around Ala Bel pass
Drive to Bishkek. Arrival in the capital of Kyrgyzstan for the lunch. Walk and visit of Bishkek city. Dinner in the restaurant. Overnight in the hotel. 150km Day 7 | Transfer to Bishkek Transfer to the airport. End of service.
Day 8 | Flight to home
Notes:
  • The visa is not required for EU, Canadian, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and Japanese passport with at least 6 months valid for a period do not exceed 60 days. No mandatory vaccine.

  • Please take an adequate equipment for backcountry skiing and for 4000m. Ski, skins, helmets, dipper and shovel etc. No glacier climbing.
  • Every evening, briefing with a guide about the next day program.
  • The tour oriented for the adults, +23.

  • Provide your personal medicament the guide has only a basic pharmacy.
  • Please inform us if you have a preference to some foods; allergic or vegetarian.
  • There aren’t a shower in yurt camps. The team of yurt camp can provide you hot water.
  • For the confirmation of the trip, we ask 300€ prepayment as confirmation. In case of cancellation, we keep the prepayment. The rest of total amount, you have to pay in cash at your arrival in Bishkek.

Frequently Asked Questions

This tour is designed for adults with a high level of physical fitness and solid off-piste skiing experience. You should be comfortable skiing on ungroomed terrain and capable of long days in the mountains with elevation gains of 700–1,000m.

Ski rental is not included in the price and options in the region are limited. We strongly recommend bringing your own skis, skins, helmet, avalanche transceiver (bipper), and shovel for the best fit, safety, and performance.Ski rental is not included in the price and options in the region are limited. We strongly recommend bringing your own skis, skins, helmet, avalanche transceiver (bipper), and shovel for the best fit, safety, and performance.

There are no showers in the yurt camps in the Suusamyr area. The camp team can provide hot water on request. Shower facilities are available at other accommodations during the tour.There are no showers in the yurt camps in the Suusamyr area. The camp team can provide hot water on request. Shower facilities are available at other accommodations during the tour.

The guide is not included in the base price. A professional backcountry skiing guide costs €150 per day (€900 for the full tour). Alternatively, you are welcome to bring your own certified guide from your home country.The guide is not included in the base price. A professional backcountry skiing guide costs €150 per day (€900 for the full tour). Alternatively, you are welcome to bring your own certified guide from your home country.The guide is not included in the base price. A professional backcountry skiing guide costs €150 per day (€900 for the full tour). Alternatively, you are welcome to bring your own certified guide from your home country.

Citizens of the EU, Canada, Japan, Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia can enter Kyrgyzstan visa-free for up to 60 days with a passport valid for at least 6 months. We recommend checking the current requirements for your specific nationality before booking.

A deposit of €300 is required to confirm your booking. This deposit is non-refundable in the event of cancellation. The remaining balance is paid in cash upon arrival in Bishkek.

transport & guide

Private Car with Driver for Journey

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accommodation

Stay in a 4 Star Hotel incl. Breakfast

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other tour services

Enjoy Natural Scenery & Local Life

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    This expedition is perfect for riders seeking adventure, remote area, freedom, and exploration. Everyone finishes this tour with unforgettable memories.

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