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Shymbulak Ski Resort Tagesausflug Tour

5.0(14 reviews)
1 dayLeichtEN · RU · KZ
Free cancellation
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Duration 17 hours
Same-day return
Live tour guide
EN · RU · KZ

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5.0/514 reviews
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Clara Whitmore
18. Februar 2026

February 2026 • Solo

This was exactly the kind of mountain day I hoped for in Almaty. The pickup was smooth, the cable car ride was beautiful from the very beginning, and the views only kept getting better as we went higher. Shymbulak felt spacious, fresh, and incredibly scenic. I liked that the tour gave enough time not just to look around, but to actually enjoy the place, walk a little, take photos, and simply be in the mountains. A very easy and memorable day trip.

5
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Ethan Navarro
17. Januar 2026

January 2026 • Couple

A really enjoyable experience and one of the highlights of our time in Kazakhstan. The ride up from Medeo to Shymbulak was fantastic, and the mountain scenery at the top was even more impressive than we expected. We appreciated that the schedule was relaxed enough to let us have lunch, take plenty of photos, and enjoy the atmosphere without rushing. Great option for travelers who want mountain views without needing a long or difficult hike.

5
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Marina Solberg
16. Dezember 2025

December 2025 • Friends

We had a wonderful day at Shymbulak. The combination of cable car views, snowy slopes, fresh air, and time to explore made this tour feel very complete. It was especially nice that the route included both the transfer and enough time at the resort to make the outing feel proper, not rushed. Even for those of us who were not skiing, it was absolutely worth going for the scenery alone.

5
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Julian Mercer
19. März 2026

March 2026 • Business

I joined this tour during a work trip and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I made in Almaty. Everything was well coordinated, and the resort itself was spectacular. The views from higher up were outstanding, and I liked that the day had some flexibility built in for coffee, walking, and optional activities. If you have limited time and want a clean, easy mountain experience close to the city, this is an excellent choice.

5
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Sofía Lindström
11. Februar 2026

February 2026 • Couple

This trip had a very nice rhythm from start to finish. The ride to Medeo-Shymbulak was smooth, the cable car experience was beautiful, and once we reached the top it felt like stepping into another world. The air was crisp, the scenery was dramatic, and the whole atmosphere was peaceful but still lively. We especially enjoyed the time for lunch with those mountain views all around us. Very memorable.

Detailed itinerary

09:30

Hotel-Abholung

09:30 – 10:00

Fahrt zur Seilbahnstation Medeo–Shymbulak

10:00 – 12:00

Seilbahnfahrt zum Skigebiet Shymbulak mit einer Auffahrt auf 3200 m über dem Meeresspiegel, Wandern, Fotografieren, die Aussicht genießen.

12:30 – 14:00

Kaffee/Tee/Mittagessen im Café (vor Ort bezahlt)

14:00 – 15:30

Freizeit oder optionale Aktivitäten (vor Ort zu bezahlen)

15:30 – 16:00

Abfahrt von Shymbulak mit der Seilbahn

16:45

Hotelabgabe

Highlights

    Full description

    • •Die Tour bietet Ihnen eine wunderbare Gelegenheit, die schönsten Berge des Zailiyskiy Alatau, die die Stadt Almaty umgeben, kennenzulernen.
    • •Der erste Halt erwartet Sie im Naturgebiet Medeo, wo Sie den Damm sehen, der die Stadt vor den verheerenden Muren schützt, die sich an den Gipfeln des Westlichen Tian Shan bilden.
    • •Wir nehmen die Seilbahn, um zum Skigebiet Shymbulak zu gelangen und dabei die atemberaubenden Berge zu genießen. Für die professionellen Skiliebhaber haben wir einen der höchsten Skipunkte der Welt! Für die Anfänger bieten wir eine private 2-stündige Unterrichtseinheit mit einem professionellen Skilehrer an.

    What's included

    TRANSPORT & ACTIVITIES
    • Transportation along the route
    • Guide service
    • Main itinerary stops
    • Basic trip coordination

    Before you book

    Not suitable for

    • Pregnant women
    • People with back problems
    • Wheelchair users

    Bring with you

    • Bring your passport or ID card
    • Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
    • Cash is useful for personal purchases outside the program

    Good to know

    • Mobile signal may be unstable in remote locations
    • Stop order may change due to weather or road conditions
    • Exact departure time is confirmed after booking

    Meeting point

    Meeting point is shared after booking confirmation

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