Season: April - May
Base camp elevation
3,163 m above the sea level
Tour duration: 3 days
Difficulty level: Intermediate
for confident skiers and snowboarders
Route
Almaty – Medeu – Shymbulak – Talgar Pass – Bogdanovich Glacier
About the tour
You will experience unforgettable views of majestic glaciers and rocky peaks. Accommodation in a traditional yurt creates an atmosphere rooted in the ancient cultural heritage of Kazakhstan. From Talgar Pass, you’ll enjoy mesmerizing sunsets and a breathtaking panorama over
the city of Almaty
Program schedule
Departure from Almaty at 7:00 a.m.
Transfer to the Medeu sports complex.
Ascent by cable car to Talgar Pass
at 3,163 meters above sea level
Accommodation in a traditional Kazakh yurt
Sleeping arrangements are on the heated floor of the yurt, with additional heaters inside. Electricity is available in the yurt.
Skiing
This day includes a ski tour towards Chkalov Peak (3,892 m) or Pioneer Pass (3,840 m).
Climbing: 700-750 vertical meters
Slope steepness: 20-30 degrees
Duration: 4–5 hours
Recreational program
Return to the yurt, rest, and free time. Dinner in a traditional Kazakh yurt. Overnight stay in the yurt.
Wake up at 6:00 a.m. / Breakfast at 6:30 a.m.
Equipment check and departure
Ski tour to the Til Glacier
at 3,900 meters above sea level
Duration: 4–5 hours
Climbing: 700-850 vertical meters
Slope steepness: 20-30 degrees
Evening program
Return to the yurt, rest, and free time. Dinner in the national yurt. Overnight stay in the yurt.
Wake up at 6:00 a.m. / Breakfast at 6:30 a.m.
Equipment check and departure for ski tour at 7:30 AM.
Ski tour to the Bogdanovich Glacier cirque
with an ascent to Komsomolsky Pass (4,000 m), offering views of the stunning snow-
covered Karltau Peak (4,100 m).Duration: 5–6 hours
Climbing: 900 vertical meters
Descent distance: 6km
Slope steepness: 20-30 degrees
Return to the yurt
rest, and free time
Return back
Descent via the Shymbulak–Medeu cable car. Transfer back to Almaty.
Terms and Pricing
Tour cost
1250 $ per person
By Visa/Mastercard card to card transfer
Payment terms
30% deposit required to secure the booking
The remaining balance must be paid no later than 3 days before the start of the program.
The number of days in the program can be adjusted upon request.
* If you cancel your trip less then5 days in advance, the prepayment will be withheld.
** Transfer fee charges in case of deposit refund are covered by the client.
*** Depending on weather, air temperature and show conditions, guides have the right to make changes in the program.
Included in the program cost:
Transfer Almaty – Medeu – Almaty
Cable car ascent from Medeu to Talgar Pass
Accommodation in a traditional yurt
in mountain huts and yurts
Full board meals
Guiding services
by two experienced guides with over 10 years of off-piste skiing experience.
Not included in the program cost:
Avalanche safety equipment
available for rent by request, must be arranged in advance
Personal expenses not specified in the program
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Alcohol drinks
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Snacks
(energy bars, protein bars, muesli, nuts, dried fruit, sports nutrition, etc.)
Recommended clothing and equipment
Personal equipment
- Sleeping bags are a must
- Thermal underwear
top and bottom, synthetic or wool
- Warm jacket with a zipper
(fleece or Polartec)
- Light down jacket or vest
(Primaloft or natural down)
- Wind- and waterproof jacket and pants
- Two pairs of thermal socks
- Thin and warm caps
- Light sneakers, Crocs
- Thin and thick gloves
- Neck band or buff
- High SPF sunscreen (SPF 30-50)
- Lip balm with UV protection
- Sunglasses and ski mask
- Energy snacks
(energy bars, protein bars, muesli, nuts, dried fruits, specialized sports nutrition, dried meat, etc.)
- Personal hygiene items
(wet wipes, toilet paper)
- Personal first aid kit
- Spare batteries for a flashlight and avalanche transceiver
- Water bottle
(minimum 1 liter)
- Thermos for hot tea
(0.5-1 liter)
- Lighter or matches in a waterproof container
- Compact folding knife
or swiss army knife
- Portable chargers and cables
(power bank or compact solar panel)
- Radios
(frequency channels)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
Ski touring equipment
- Touring skis or splitboard
- Ski or snowboard boots
- Telescopic poles
- Climbing skins
- Helmet
- Crampons for skis/splitboard
- Sunglasses and ski mask with a spare lens for fog
Safety equipment
- Avalanche safety equipment
beacon, probe and shovel is a must!
- Regular or avalanche backpack
(25-40 liters with an option to carry skis or snowboards).
- Helmet and ski mask are a must!