KAZAKHSTAN

Ak-Bulak Resort
Off-piste Tour

Escape the crowds and explore freeride terrain at Ak-Bulak, a gem nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Ili Alatau range.

Geo-tech Overview

With its steep ridgelines, forested slopes, and panoramic views across valleys and peaks, this resort offers a perfect balance of adrenaline and alpine beauty. Designed for intermediate and expert skiers and snowboarders, this one-day guided freeride tour lets you ride off-piste lines, sidecountry zones, and discover snow-filled gullies that few others reach. You’ll get sweeping views of distant glaciers, rugged mountain horizons, and the vast Talgar skyline when the air is clear.

December – March
1 day
intermediate, advanced
Ile Alatau
1650 — 2700 m.a.s.l.
Almaty

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Trail Highlights

Ride through varied terrain: from tight tree runs to wide open bowls, steep couloirs, ridgelines, and secluded faces far from the resort lifts.
Spectacular high‑mountain vistas: alpine meadows, snow-draped spurs, rocky crags, and glacial remnants high above Ak-Bulak.
Quiet sidecountry terrain: less traffic, untouched powder, and more solitude.
Authentic Kazakh wilderness feel: wild ridges, crisp mountain air, and the sense of being deep in the high country.
Comfortable infrastructure: lift access, cozy mountain base lodge, warm shelters, friendly local staff.
Cultural flavor: regional hospitality, local snacks, possibilities for interacting with area wildlife or flora, and experiencing the raw beauty of Kazakhstan’s Tien Shan.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE:

Day 1

– 08:30 Depart from Almaty → Transfer to Ak‑Bulak Mountain Resort.

– Warm up on slopes with lifts: riding groomed and off-piste.

– Exploring off-piste zones, sidecountry ridges and faces. Depending on conditions, aim for steeper lines or mellow bowled slopes.

– Midday lunch at the mountain cafeteria or in a vantage-point shelter with views of the surrounding peaks and valleys.

– Afternoon riding continues: seeking out quiet powder stashes, forest trails, hidden gullies.

– Transfer back to Almaty arriving in the evening (~18:00‑19:00).

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PRICE LIST:

500 EUR for one person
350 EUR per person for a group of 2
300 EUR per person for a group of 3
250 EUR per person for a group of 4-6
200 EUR per person for a group of 7-12

NECESSARY GEAR AND CLOTHING:

Safety:

– avalanche equipment (air bag system and avalanche safety kit: shovel, probe, transciever)
– freeride backpack with ski/snowboard fixation (volume 25-40 liters)
– helmet
– goggles with a spare lens for foggy conditions (better to have 2 goggles)

Personal clothing and accessories:

– comfortable functional clothing for riding downhill and short hikes uphill (base layer: thermal underwear, membrane jacket and pants, fleece jacket, additional layers of clothing for insulation, downy sweater or vest)
– gloves or mittens
– warm hat, neck gaiter
– sunscreen
– sunglasses
– personal AID kit (adhesive plaster, emergency thermal blanket, individual medications)
– repair kit (spare parts and tools for adjustment and repair your bindings,duct tape, rubber straps)
– thermos
– water tank

Equipment:

– ski/snowboard boots
– proper freeride skis/snowboard
– ski poles

Food:

– individual snacks (muesli, protein, chocolate of other bars, dry fruits and nuts, special mount nutrition and etc.)
– soft drinks or alcohol

Services included in the package:

1. Professional English-speaking skiing guide.
2. Round-trip transfer between Almaty ↔ Ak-Bulak.
3. Daily ski-pass at the ski resort
4. Lunch at mountain lodge with snacks and hot drinks.
5. Bottled water (1 l)

Services does not included in the package:

1. Rental of ski/snowboard and avalanche equipment (rental is possible upon request)
2. Meals and beverages not indicated in the program
3. Accommodation in Almaty before or after the tour
4. Visa support and registration in the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan, if required
5. Insurance policy

ADDITIONAL INFO:

Best for intermediate, advanced or expert riders. Some terrain is steep, remote, off-piste.

Weather, snow conditions or avalanche risk may require adjustments to itinerary.

It is required to have proper travel insurance covering backcountry and off-piste.

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