Kosmostation (Cosmo Freeride) Program – 2 Days | Alatau Yurt Backcountry

Two days at the Cosmostation skitouring program

Montain range: Trans-ili Alatau
Season: April - May
Base camp elevation
3,350 meters above sea level
Tour duration: 2 days
Difficulty level: Intermediate
for confident skiers and snowboarders

Route

Almaty – Big Almaty Gorge – Big Almaty Lake – Zhusaly-Kezhen Pass – Kosmostation

About the tour

This is an exciting journey to the legendary Kosmostation, located at Zhusaly-Kezhen Pass.
From Tourist Peak, you’ll experience breathtaking 360° views of snow-covered summits and glaciers, the city of Almaty, and the stunning Big Almaty Peak.
And of course – we’ll carve out the best lines in the spirit of true cosmic freeride.

Program schedule

Day One Day Two

Departure from Almaty at 5:00 a.m.
Transfer to the Cosmostation at an altitude of 3350 m.

Please make sure you have your passport or ID with you, as we will be passing through a border zone with Kyrgyzstan,
where you will need to show your documents.
Accommodation in a mountain hut
The hut has electricity, gas, dishes, and a warm stove
Skitour, skiing
to the western ridge area of Tourist Peak. We’ll ski on the north and northwest-facing slopes.

Climbing: 350-400 vertical meters
Slope steepness: 20-30 degrees
Number of descents: 1-3
Depending on the average skill level of the group
Recreational program
Lunch, rest, and free time. You can book a tour of the Cosmostation, it’s an astronomical research complex build in Soviet Era.

Dinner and overnight stay in the hut.

Wake up at 6:00 a.m. / Breakfast at 6:30 a.m.
Equipment check and departure no later than 7:30 a.m.
Ski tour to Tourist Peak (3954 m)
Panoramic views of peaks: Karnizny, Sovetov, Ozerny, and others. Return to hut for lunch.
Return to the hut, lunch

Climbing: 600 vertical meters
Slope steepness: 20-30 degrees
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.

* 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:

Transfers
Transfer Almaty – Cosmostation – Almaty
Guiding services
by two experienced guides with over 10 years of off-piste skiing experience.
Accommodation
in mountain huts and yurts
Meals

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!