Catski Freeride Kyrgyzstan

Catski Freeride Kyrgyzstan is a freeride experience in the Eastern Tian Shan Mountains which, on the one hand, catapults you back to the Soviet Union and on the other hand will surprise with phenomenal snow and landscapes. Desolate, dilapidated and pristine, but oh so charming, welcoming and beautiful! This catski trip takes you to the Kyrgyz snow paradise: Jyrgalan. An old mining village located on 2300m altitude in the eastern part of the country. In the Jyrgalan valley, a abnormal amount of dry Central Asian snow. Indeed, the giant Issyk Kul lake provides a microclimate with considerably more snowfall than elsewhere in Central Asia.

In addition to 5 days of catskiing Are we also going to taste half a day "horse-ski". We go up the mountain on horseback with our ski and snowboard gear on our backs, then at the top of the mountain we put on our gear and snow down the mountain! Finally, we will also go on a half a day of lift-accessed freeriding at Karakol, we take a dip in the hot springs, we are introduced to the Eagle Hunters and also explore Fairytale Canyon!

Catski Freeride Kyrgyzstan is thus much more than an ordinary catski trip. It is a great freeride experience in a breathtaking scenery, where you will enjoy delicious meals, the local culture and way of life, and tremendous hospitality!

The Area

There is almost 10,000 acres of land available. This differs from mellow treeruns to flanks of more than 40 degrees. In the morning, we will decide with you where to go. Assume that on a day at least 6-8 runs can do well for such a 4000 to 6000 altimeters. This trip we focus mostly on the north slopes of Gora Tavlytor, a 3652m peak. With the snowcat ourselves we go up to a height of 3300 to 3400 meters. So snow will definitely be there!

On bad weather days, we usually stay below 2900 meters, the tree line. We have marked several treeruns and can even descend as far as the village of Jyrgalan.

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Comfort 70%: you sleep in cozy and quality guesthouses and hotels equipped with the necessary comforts.

Intensity 70%: You will participate in an active trip that requires basic fitness. This means that you will exercise about once a week and generally be active.

Adventure 80%: From a certain base of operations, explore pristine areas and use nature as your playground.

Catski Freeride Kyrgyzstan

• 27/02/2026 – 08/03/2026
• min. 8 persons - max 12 persons (*)
• € 2195 per person

INDIVIDUAL/PRIVATE

• PERIOD on request
• PRICE depending on number of persons

(*) will proceed only when 8 people are registered.

INCLUDING

• 8 nights
  • 5 in a local guesthouse
  • 3 in a hotel
• 3 meals/day
• English-speaking local guides
• 1 supervisor from The Wildlinger
• Safety equipment (avalanche pager, probe and shovel)
• Transportation in Kyrgyzstan
• 5 days catski
• Half-day horse-skiing
• Half-day elevator accessed freeride in Karakol
• Access to the Aksuu hot springs
• Visit Fairytale Canyon
• Visit Eagle Hunters

EXCLUSIVE

• Flights (though on request)
• Travel insurance with additional off-piste insurance (mandatory) (advice on request)
• Cancellation insurance (advice on request)
• Ski and snowboard equipment
  • Can be rented on site at € 150 per week
• Avalanche airbag
  • Can be rented on site at €125 per week
• Tipping
• Beverage
• Personal expenses

Catski Freeride Kyrgyzstan

Day 1 & 2: Flying to Kyrgyzstan

On the first day fly we from Belgium or the Netherlands to Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan, where we did not see the next morning will arrive. Once there, we are met by the driver who will give us then to Jyrgalan brings. We will stop for lunch along the way and take a few short breaks during this long ride of about 8h. So we will not arrive in Jyrgalan until late at night. Once we arrive, everyone will be given time to get install after which a full safety briefing follows and we get a clear view of the rest of the week.

Day 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7: Catski Jyrgalan

For the next 5 days we fully enjoy a well-filled catski program in the beautiful Tian Shan mountains. Retrieved from day 7 we leave after catskiing Our home base of Jyrgalan and we drive through to Karakol To explore our next piece of freeride paradise.

Day 8: Horse-skiing & hot springs

Today we will on horseback into the mountains. On a 2 to 3h trip, on horseback with our equipment on the back, we head for the mountain top. Once we arrive at the top of the mountain, we put on our ski equipment and snowen we go down. Then we go lunch and after lunch there will be time to elevator accessed to go freeriding. Finally, we conclude with a "refreshing" dip in the hot springs!

Those who are not up for horse-skiing can freeride from as early as morning elevator access or spend a morning resting.

Day 9: Fairytale Canyon & Eagle Hunters

Today we are driving back to Bishkek, but with some nice stops along the way. We will make a stop at Fairytale Canyon. A beautiful fairytale landscape where you will have time to walk around for a while. Then we drive on to the Eagle Hunters where we will have lunch and be immersed in centuries-old traditions and customs. A special meeting which will stay with you for a long time! Finally, we then drive on to Bishkek where we enjoy our last supper And looking back on a fantastic catski freeride trip in Kyrgyzstan!

Day 10: Home

After breakfast, we will be dropped off at the airport and fly we went home.

Catski Freeride Kyrgyzstan

During this trip we will stay 5 nights in a guesthouse at Jyrgalan, 2 nights in a hotel at Karakol and 1 night in a hotel at Bishkek. The trip is on the basis of double rooms. A single room is possible upon request and with a surcharge.

Catski Freeride Kyrgyzstan

Guides

Safety is our number one priority. Therefore, the guides we work with have the necessary experience as a mountain guide, have the necessary local and international certifications, participate on a regular basis in safety courses and its seasoned freeriders. Each catski group will be accompanied by 2 guides. One guide pulls the lead while the other stays at the back. In this way we maintain an overview of the entire group.

Safety Equipment

In addition, we also provide each participant with the necessary safety equipment such as a avalanche pager, shovel and probe and there is contact between guides and snowcat and have a good range that allows immediate assistance to be called in case of any accident. An avalanche airbag can be included on request.

Insurance

Finally, we require each participant to provide a Proof of purchase of travel insurance specifically for off-piste skiing and snowboarding for the entire period of the trip. An example is short-term travel insurance with winter sports/special winter sports coverage at Allianz or KBF. Call and email your insurer in advance, explain what you will be doing and make sure you have a good understanding of what all is covered and what the exceptions are! If desired, we will help you find the correct insurance.

Catski Freeride Kyrgyzstan

This trip is suitable for every off-piste skier or snowboarder, ranging from average to experienced freeriders. Also, skiers and snowboarders who have a very good on-piste level have with limited backcountry (but already off-piste) experience, but with a healthy dose of perseverance and boldness are welcome on this trip.

Important prerequisites to participate in this trip are:

• You have a good on-piste level and gets off red slopes smoothly. Black slopes you can descend minimally slow and controlled.
• You have already experience off-piste (next to and between the slopes)
• You have a limited backcountry experience (away from the slopes)
• You have a good condition
• In terms of steepness, the backcountry terrain for this trip equals red runs

Don't feel 100% confident in the mountains yet? Are you still experiencing difficulties on average red and black runs? You have never been off-piste before? Then we recommend that you first book one of our camps in Austria.