Skiing in Almaty Region
Almaty Region is a ski destination in Kazakhstan, part of the Central Asia & Middle East region, with 3 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 1,558m to 2,609m, giving a vertical range of 1,051m. Across the area there are 13km of prepared pistes. There are 17 runs in total - 5 easy, 9 intermediate, 1 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 14 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 1 gondola and 5 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include AK Bulak, Oi-Qaragai and Tabagan. The ski season typically runs from December to March. A daily adult lift pass costs around €15 on average.
Ski Resorts in Almaty Region
3 ski resorts in Almaty Region
AK Bulak
Ak-Bulak ski resort is located east of Almaty. It is considered the second most popular resort in Kazakhstan, after Shymbulak and its slopes are located in the picturesque gorge of the Trans-Ili Alatau. They are open to the public throughout the year
Oi-Qaragai
Up-to-date news on the latest events at the resort, brief instructions and answers to frequently asked questions from our professional instructors
Tabagan
Tabagan ski resort near Almaty, Kazakhstan | closed since 2016 bankruptcy. Timeline, ownership status and the best nearby ski resorts
Almaty Region at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 3 resorts
Total Resorts
3
Total Piste km
52 km
Total Lifts
15
Elevation Range
1,558–2,609 m
Avg Day Pass
-
Total Runs
17
Season Calendar - Almaty Region
When each resort is open for skiing
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