Heliski - Heli-skiing in Kazakhstan
If you want to experience the thrill of riding untouched powder without hiking for hours to reach it, ride more lines in a day than you thought possible, and discover the mountains in a whole new light, then heliskiing is for you!
Heliskiing makes use of helicopters to access hard-to-reach summits and lines, allowing you to descend thousands of metres of untouched powder in a day. Around Almaty and Ridder, you’ll often be riding lines that are almost unreachable through any other method of approach – maybe even lines that have never been ridden before.
Heliskiing in Almaty and Ridder, Kazakhstan
We can accommodate groups of between 4 and 14 people depending on helicopter type. Every group is accompanied by an experienced ski guide who is familiar with the area being ridden. Heliskiing is not for everyone, and best suits experienced riders who are confident in the backcountry and comfortable descending lines of varying relief and levels of exposure.
Heliskiing is an excellent way to test your skills, get out into the wild and experience thrill and emotions that will stay with you your whole life!
Heliskiing in Ridder
Unlimited possibilities for skiing powder in the woods of the Altai mountains!
Timing: December to March
Group size: 4-12 people
Altitudes: 800-2000 m
Number of descents: 8-10
Helicopter: Eurocopter AS350 B3
Cost: €1500 per person for a group of 4 or 8
Heliskiing in Almaty
Scenic high altitude heliskiing on glaciers and peaks of the Northern Tien Shan.
Timing: March to June
Group size: up to 14
Altitudes: 3200-4300 m
Number of descents: up to 6
Helicopter: Mi-8
Cost: from €1100 per person
Please note:
– The cost may vary according to the number of people in the group;
– The ski area will be chosen based on the weather, the snow conditions and the ability of the group.
You will need:
– Avalanche kit (Beeper / transceiver, probe, shovel);
– Avalanche backpack;
– Skis or a snowboard;
– Ski poles (for skiers);
– Helmet;
– Sun glasses and goggles (ideally with lenses for bright and flat light);
– Sunscreen;
– Individual snacks and water;
– Travel insurance covering backcountry skiing in the remote mountain area.
