Winter Kazakhstan: Where to go skiing?

Kazakhstan is famous not only for its endless steppes, natural and historical sights, but also for interesting places for winter recreation with magnificent landscapes and pure sparkling air.

And if you are a fan of skiing, snowboarding during your trip to Kazakhstan, an ideal destination for winter activities.

A large selection of ski resorts in Kazakhstan will not leave anyone indifferent, where there are slopes for both professionals and beginners.

Skiing, snowboarding or freeriding – ski holidays in Kazakhstan are suitable for everyone and everyone will find something to their liking! Here is a list of ski resorts where you will get a charge of positive emotions, you can relax and have a great time with friends, family and childrens.

Ski Resort Shymbulakis considered one of the most famous resorts not only in Kazakhstan, but also in Central Asia. The ski base was built in 1954 and is located on the Zaaliysky Alatau ridge, near the Medeo high-mountain skating rink. Favorable natural conditions with accessible terrain make it possible to build ski slopes, thereby attracting tourists, skiers, snowboarders, and climbers.

Shymbulak Ski Base in Almaty | Travel Land

Ski Resort Ak Bulak this resort is located in the center of a picturesque gorge, thanks to which its slopes remain protected from strong winds. With this advantage, the resort quickly gained popularity and became one of the most important winter attractions in the Almaty region. In this place everyone will find a rest to their liking.

Ak Bulak Ski Resort | Travel Land

Ski Resort Tabaganlocated not far from Almaty in the Shybynsay gorge. Here reigns crystal clear air, winter fairy-tale environment. Landscape conditions of the area and favorable weather give admiration of winter sparkling covers, incredible slopes for skiing, that every skier or snowboarder will get a charge of vivacity, energy and good mood.

Tabagan Ski Resort | Travel Land

Ski Resort Altai Alps with the first snowflakes, the Altai Alps are transformed into one of the most popular ski resorts in Kazakhstan. Skiers and snowboarders come in search of real adrenaline and unforgettable emotions. Thanks to regular snowfalls, you can ride from November until mid-April.

Altay Apls Ski Resort | Travel Land

Ski Resort Nurtauthe youngest ski resort in Kazakhstan and it was opened in 1999. It is considered a picturesque corner of the eastern part of the country, where travelers come for amazing adventures, especially freeriders. Tourists are also offered horseback riding, snowmobiling, snow tubing and ice skating. This small resort is a low tide place to relax with family and children.

Nurtau Ski Resort | Travel Land

The above and other ski resorts will help make your winter incredibly interesting. Despite the widespread belief that Kazakhstan is good only in summer, it has something to surprise and offer in winter. A winter vacation in Kazakhstan is a great opportunity to experience a winter fairytale.