HELISKIING IN KAZAKHSTAN

Semi-private holiday in Ridder

Kazakhstan is a little-known region that still attracts few tourists.
Located at the crossroads of Mongolia, Russia and China, this country is nevertheless a giant: It is five times larger than France with some 2,717,300 sq. km.
The diversity of weather conditions and terrain makes it a paradise for heliskiers. From late November, the powder settles in and the beautiful, mostly north facing, slopes are ready to be explored.

Season

Mid-December to early March

Helicopters

Ecureuil AS-350 B3

MOUNTAIN RANGE

Altai Mountains

PACKAGE

Semi-private or private

THE EXTRAS OF THE TRIP

A unique experience in an unspoiled world
Fabulous descents, mainly on north-facing slopes
The spectacular scenery of the Altai mountains
The mystical atmosphere and history of the nomadic people
Discovering the steppes and their biodiversity

PROGRAM

Domestic flights from Astana or Amalty arrive at Ust-Kamenogorsk in the early afternoon.
Our team will meet you at Ust-Kamenogorsk airport.
This is the rendezvous point for your transfer to the hotel (about a 2 hour drive by private bus).
After you check-in, you can settle into your rooms.
In the afternoon, there will be a safety briefing (reminder of the rules to follow when skiing, avalanche safety, using Airbags, etc.).
You will be given your Airbag, which will be adjusted and tested with the help of the guides.
This will be followed by a presentation of the safety equipment, an explanation of how your avalanche transceiver works and possible interference from all electronic equipment.
Dinner is at the hotel.

Cat skiing day This first day of skiing will give you a chance to warm up before moving on to heliskiing.
You can enjoy vertical drops of between 300 and 600 meters on terrain that is mainly in the forest,
with up to 8 runs during this warm-up session.

The program is simple: heliskiing
Priority is always given to heliskiing.
Depending on the weather conditions forecast, the program may be modified.
For example, if good weather is forecast on the Monday, you will go heliskiing and enjoy the cat skiing on a day when the conditions are less favorable for heliskiing.

You leave the hotel at the end of the morning on Saturday to return to the airport.

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PRICE

From €10 100/person (semi-private)
Private package : price on demand

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ACCOMMODATION

You’ll be staying at the 4-star BearLog Hotel, ideally located not far from the small town of Ridder, in the heart of the mountains. This establishment combines comfort and luxury with modern, well-appointed rooms, and you’ll appreciate its restaurant offering an inventive blend of Western dishes and local game specialties.
After an active day of skiing and dropping off your skis, the spa area welcomes you for a well-deserved break! Relax in the saunas or the Russian steam bath.
For even more relaxation, massages and other treatments are available on request.
BearLog is the perfect place for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts looking for a revitalizing, gourmet experience.