Operated byRyce TravelTravel Company

Checked by Powderscape · 2026-09-24

DestinationKarakol, KyrgyzstanSki resort "Karakol"
Next departureDec 27, 2026 – Jan 3, 20272026/27 · 3 departures
Duration8 days
Trip typeGuided Resort TourTour Package

In 8 days, we will explore the remarkable highlights of skiing in Kyrgyzstan.

Don’t expect autobahns, groovy after-ski pubs or raclette. Get yourself ready for horseback riding, nomadic culture, yurts and shashliks. Almost 90% of Kyrgyzstan lies above 3,000 meters, making it a true mountainous paradise. Vast, untouched landscapes stretch as far as the eye can see, from snow-covered peaks to alpine lakes and wide-open valleys.

From the trip description by Ryce Travel

  1. Independent: Not confirmed

    Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.

  2. Hosted: Not confirmed

    Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge. Professional guiding and instruction are not included.

  3. Guided: Not confirmed

    Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.

  4. Coached: Not confirmed

    Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.

The operator has not confirmed what is included on the mountain.

BeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
Suits Intermediate to Advanced riders
Karakol ski base
  • The resort ranges from 2,200 meters at the base to 3,100 meters at the top.
  • The terrain is varied and often challenging, making it especially well suited for freeriding and tree runs.
Horseback and cat skiing
  • This descent is easy and not overly challenging, making it accessible for most skill levels.
  • The runs cater to intermediate/slightly advanced skiers: intermediate skiers and boarders can stay on the gentler slopes, while experienced freeriders can tackle higher and steeper terrain.
  • We can enjoy around 6-10 runs a day, with lunch provided on the mountain.
Who it is for
  • Adventurers looking for something different than the Alps
  • Easily tackle a ‘red slope’ and preferably some deep snow experience
  • Lovers of other cultures and rituals
Who you ride with
Sport
Ski + Snowboard
Max group size
15 guests

From the trip description by Ryce Travel

Included

  • Lodging
  • Lift pass
  • Meals · partly
  • Transfers
  • beeper, shovel and probe for cat skiing
  • Horse rent with guide
  • Entrance fee hot springs
  • Transfer Bishkek – Karakol and vv
  • 5 nights in a local guesthouse in Karakol
  • 1 night in a hotel in Bishkek
  • 1 night in a traditional yurt
  • Half board (breakfast/dinner)
  • Short city tour Bishkek
  • English speaking guide
  • Local guides
  • 2 days cat skiing
  • beeper, shovel and probe for cat skiing
  • Horse rent with guide
  • Entrance fee hot springs
  • Visit to Fairy tale valley
  • Russian banya
  • Ski passes

Not included

  • Flights (€350-€550 from Europe)
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Last dinner in Bishkek
  • Tips & souvenirs
  • Ski or snowboard rental
  • Travel insurance

Not confirmed by the operator: Lesson.

* order of program can change

  1. Step 1: SaturdayDeparture - Bishkek
  2. Step 2: SundayBishkek - Cholpon Ata - KarakolAccommodation: guesthouse Karakol
  3. Step 3: MondaySkiresort Karakol day 1Accommodation: guesthouse Karakol
  4. Step 4: TuesdaySkiresort Karakol day 2Accommodation: guesthouse Karakol
  5. Step 5: WednesdayHorseback ridingAccommodation: guesthouse Karakol
  1. Step 6: ThursdayCat Ski day 1Accommodation: yurt camp
  2. Step 7: FridayCat Ski day 2Accommodation: guesthouse Karakol
  3. Step 8: SaturdayKarakol, Fairy Tale Canyon, BishkekAccommodation: hotel Bishkek
  4. Step 9: SundayBishkek - return flight

From the trip description by Ryce Travel

In Karakol, we will stay for 5 nights in a local guesthouse run by a welcoming family who will prepare most of our meals. The hotel is comfortable, featuring twin/triple rooms with ensuite bathrooms and reliable Wi-Fi.

Additionally, we will spend one night in a shared yurt at our yurt camp, providing you with a unique and authentic Kyrgyz experience.

Getting There

  • START TOUR: Sunday 09:30 am arrivals hall Bishkek International Airport. Pick-Up in city center also possible.
  • END OF TOUR: Sunday 09:00 am, departure hall Bishkek International Airport. Drop-Off in city center Bishkek possible too

From the trip description by Ryce Travel

Kyrgyzstan · Karakol

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  • Dec 27, 2026 – Jan 3, 20272026/27 · 8 days
    1,695 EUR€1,695 per person; half board, excl. flights; group 5–15; runs once 5 reservations are in (Ryce confirms at least 40 days before departure)
    Available
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  • Jan 31 – Feb 7, 20272026/27 · 8 days
    1,695 EUR€1,695 per person; half board, excl. flights; group 5–15; runs once 5 reservations are in (Ryce confirms at least 40 days before departure)
    Available
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  • Feb 28 – Mar 7, 20272026/27 · 8 days
    1,695 EUR€1,695 per person; half board, excl. flights; group 5–15; runs once 5 reservations are in (Ryce confirms at least 40 days before departure)
    Available
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Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 24, 2026.

Don’t book any flights yet! As soon as we have reached the minimum amount of reservations (5) we will send you an e-mail. If we don’t have enough participants we will contact you at least 40 days before departure.

If you want to travel as a group of at least 5 people, you can request a tailor-made trip. Other departure dates are usually possible in consultation.

From the trip description by Ryce Travel

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