Snowmobile supported backcountry skiing at Karakol and Jyrgalan
Backcountry Skiing at Jyrgalan or Karakol valley with the support of snowmobiles. Climb to the mountain with snowmobile - ski down - repeat all day long!
The Jyrgalan valley provides tons of powder during the whole winter season compared to Karakol gorge. Located within 60 km from Karakol city which will require a use of transfer services or self-driving. Overall most preferred place for skiing/snowboarding in backcountry compared to Karakol. Check Jyrgalan area maps, webcam and service pricing below.
Skiing at the altitude of 2500 m. and above. Numerous choice of skiing lines for experienced and for beginner backcountry skiers. We highly recommend to discuss all possible skiing lines before your first run and avoid avalanche-dangerous terrain.
Pricing for Jyrgalan back country skiing area
| Service name | Price/comment |
|---|---|
| Package #1 (3 lifts) * | 6000 KGS/person |
| Package #2 (unlimited lifts) * | 8000 KGS/person |
| Min. persons in a single group ** | 2 persons |
| Karakol - Jyrgalan transfer | on request |
| Guiding service | 8000 KGS/day |
** minimum group size to run the service is 2 persons
Jyrgalan valley snowmobile supported skiing area map
Eye-catching panoramas, half-frozen rivers, snowy trees and incredible skiing or snowboarding lines! Clients transfers with snowmobiles through prepared snowmobile tracks to the average skiing areas at the altitude of 2600-3100m. The skiing area can be easily expanded with skitouring!
We offer incredibly huge areas for small/average groups. The most amount of skiing lines run through the forests which makes your experience a way more epic. You can check map for this area below.
Pricing for Karakol back country skiing area
** minimum group size to run the service is 2 persons
Karakol valley skiing map
What you should know
You will have to manage your transportation from Karakol to the Jyrgalan village or Karakol pickup point and return by your own unless you request transfer service from us.
You should understand that snowmobile seat can carry a driver and a single passenger. Second rider will have to lift holding a rope. This is quite easy for skiers and a bit tricky for snowboarders which requires a good strength and some experience.
Riding backcountry means high risks in getting trauma. Some slopes are avalanche-dangerous. Riding such areas requires an avalanche beacon, shovel and a probe, plus you should never ride alone and have an experienced guide within your group.
You will be transferred from a pickup point (village or parking) to the skiing area with snowmobile towing or as a seat passenger. It requires some skills and strength to be towed with a snowmobile uphill. Transfer distance is approximately 5 km for Jyrgalan and 10 km for Karakol.
This service is pretty much expandable with guided or self-guided skitouring from the highest drop-off point.
Riding backcountry means high risks in getting trauma. Some slopes are avalanche-dangerous. Riding such areas requires an avalanche beacon, shovel and a probe, plus you should never ride alone and have an experienced guide within your group.