Kyrgyzstan’s backcountry skiing hub and yurt lodge network. High-alpine touring up to 2,900m in Jyrgalan, wood-fired mountain saunas, certified mountain guides, and deep continental powder.
Cast-iron stove heating, wood-fired mountain saunas, hot local meals, and direct skin-track access across Jyrgalan Valley.
The freeride gateway to eastern Kyrgyzstan's deepest powder bowl
High-altitude wilderness camp at 2,750m – 2,900m in the upper Jyrgalan cirques
Secluded riverside backcountry camp at 2,300m in the wild Tyup River valley
Led by certified local mountain guides with full logistics, 4x4 transfers, hot food, and backcountry safety protocols.
The definitive high-alpine backcountry week at Aksuu Yurt Lodge (2,600m)
Endless powder bowls, tree runs, and yurt hospitality in Kyrgyzstan's snow capital
Archived: Historical assisted freeride service in Karakol and Jyrgalan
From the deep powder bowls of Jyrgalan and remote Tyup River drainages to the high traverses of Boz-Uchuk.
Practical, field-tested articles written by local operators to help you plan a safe and successful Tien Shan expedition.
How to travel from European and American hubs to Karakol, Kyrgyzstan: flight comparisons, winter border crossings, and private 4x4 transfers.
Everything you need to know about renting touring skis, splitboards, avalanche safety sets (beacon, shovel, probe), and ski crampons in Kyrgyzstan.
From sub-zero boot drying routines to down booties and power banks: what you actually need for a week in a Tien-Shan backcountry yurt.
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