Kyrgyzstan ranks among the former Soviet Asian republics in the most "mountainous" place. It is here that the peaks are the highest, the views are the most bewitching, and therefore ski resorts in Kyrgyzstan were inevitably bound to appear. Today, fans of sports and amazing nature, fresh air and endless distances, opening from every mountain slope of the resorts of Kyrgyzstan, come here.
Equipment and tracks
The Kyrgyz resort of Norus is located less than 40 kilometers from the capital of the country. A cozy hotel with chalet houses at the foot of the slope and a picturesque town of yurts await its guests. But the most important thing is the Norus tracks, on which you can feel the whole transition of skiing. Ski school instructors will help both beginners and those who still consider themselves to be athletes with an average level of training to stay on the slope. By the way, the tracks of Norus may be suitable for all categories of winter sports enthusiasts: for skiers, and for boarders, and for freeriders. At an altitude of 3000 meters, Norus has a helipad for fans of heli-skiing, and cable cars are designed to lift both skiers and snowboarders.
The Karakol resort is located much further from Bishkek: they are separated by 400 kilometers. However, this is not a reason to give up rest in a modern and technically strong resort. In addition, the road to Karakol is very picturesque and runs along the famous Issyk-Kul Lake. You can stay in Karakol in a chalet or a hotel building. The resort offers excellent skiing opportunities for both freeride fans and those who prefer the groomed and comfort of the pistes. Most of the slopes run through coniferous forests, there are trails laid through vast virgin spaces. Five modern lifts lift athletes to the starting points.
At the Kyrgyz ski resort there is a special toboggan run, the equipment for which is provided by local rentals. Prices for accommodation, ski passes, instructor services and equipment rental at the ski resorts of Kyrgyzstan are much more profitable than in Europe. At the same time, even spoiled guests consider the quality of the services provided to be very high.
Entertainment and excursions
Traditional entertainment at ski resorts is also inherent in Kyrgyz ski resorts. Here you can have a great time in a cafe or restaurant, take a steam bath in any bathhouse of your choice, go horseback riding or play bowling. For the smallest athletes, playgrounds work, snow towns are equipped, and sledding is carried out.
