Located in the scenic Zailiyskiy Alatau mountains, just 25 km southeast of Almaty, Shymbulak is Central Asia’s premier ski destination, perched at elevations ranging from 2,260 m to a breathtaking 3,200 m above sea level.

🌟 Highlights of the Resort

• ⛷️ Extensive Ski Terrain: 12 km of groomed ski runs with a vertical drop of 920 m, featuring slopes for all levels—from green to black—stretching up to 3,163 m in length.

• 🌙 Night Skiing: Home to the world’s highest night ski slope, reaching 3,200 m, registered in the Guinness World Records.

🚌 Getting There

• 🏔️ Begin your journey at the iconic Medeu ice rink, then board a 4.5 km gondola ride—ascending 1,000 m in about 15–25 minutes to reach the base station of the resort.

• 🚐 Personal vehicles are restricted; visitors use eco-friendly buses or electric taxis from Medeu up to Shymbulak.

🏨 Amenities & Comfort

• 🛎️ Several hotels slope-side, plus the option to stay in traditional Kazakh yurts for an authentic touch.

• 🍽️ Seven dining venues offering Kazakh and international cuisine, including a cozy yurt-style café at high elevation.

• 🎿 Facilities include ski rentals (approx. 6000–10 000 KZT), a ski school with multilingual instructors, and a full-service sports shop & repair center.

❄️ All-Season Adventure

• 🌨️ Winter (Nov–Apr): Reliable snowfall (1.5–1.6 m), sunny mild days (~–7 °C), and impeccably groomed slopes.

• 🌞 Summer & Shoulder Seasons: Alpine park, zip-lining, mountain biking, paragliding, Chimba snowcat taxi rides, snow tubing, and guided hikes.

🗻 Suggested Tour Description – Shymbulak Adventure Tour (Winter or Summer)

Discover breathtaking high-altitude landscapes and mountain thrills just 30 minutes from Almaty. After pickup in Almaty, enjoy a scenic ride to Medeu, followed by a gondola ascent to the resort plateau. Once there:

• 🎿 Hit the slopes: Choose between intermediate/advanced runs or take your first turns on beginner-friendly slopes (optional lessons available).

• 🍲 Dine with a view: Sample Kazakh specialties in a yurt café or choose from multiple restaurants.

• 🪂 Optional activities: Alpine park, zipline, horseback riding, buggy tours, or paragliding (seasonal).

• 🏨 Overnight stay: Spend the night in a hotel at the resort or return to Almaty for evening entertainment.

This tour blends crisp mountain air, sunny slopes, local culture, and adrenaline into one unforgettable day (or two). Perfect for families, thrill-seekers, and scenery lovers alike.