Cat Skiing
Cat Skiing
Bottomless Powder Adventures in the Western Altai Mountains
Bottomless Powder Adventures in the Western Altai Mountains
Bottomless Powder Adventures in the Western Altai Mountains
from 2360€ / 6 days / 7 nights
exclusive of flights
Remote slopes. Big adventure.
Remote slopes. Big adventure.
Reason you'll love staying with us
Reason you'll love staying with us
Guaranteed Powder – Consistently deep powder from early December to mid-March.
Ski-In Lodge – Luxury lodge with direct snowcat access.
Ultimate Snow Quality – Top-tier snow—light, dry, and endless.
High-Speed Snowcats – Powerful, fast snowcats with heated, oversized cabins.
More Affordable – More affordable than Canada. Better snow than the Alps.
Gourmet Dining – Exquisite dishes by expert chefs.
Perfect Terrain – Exciting 20-35° slopes with perfectly spaced larch trees.
Safety First – Flawless safety record with expert guides and avalanche-trained staff.
Once-in-a-Lifetime – A totally unique ski experience—far from the usual resorts.
Redefine Your Skiing Experience In The Heart Of Altai
Redefine Your Skiing Experience In The Heart Of Altai
Redefine Your Skiing Experience In The Heart Of Altai
Leave ordinary behind and experience the untouched beauty of the Western Altai Mountains near Ridder, Kazakhstan – one of Eurasia’s snowiest and most scenic regions. Our exclusive cat skiing adventure offers a rare blend of exhilaration and elegance – far removed from the bustle of conventional resorts.
Renowned as one of Eurasia’s snowiest regions, the Altai receives over six meters of snowfall annually, creating a blanket of soft snowfields where seasoned free riders and powder connoisseurs alike will discover a diverse tapestry of slopes that challenge and inspire – all in a breathtaking, remote wilderness. It’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of the mountains.
Leave ordinary behind and experience the untouched beauty of the Western Altai Mountains near Ridder, Kazakhstan – one of Eurasia’s snowiest and most scenic regions. Our exclusive cat skiing adventure offers a rare blend of exhilaration and elegance – far removed from the bustle of conventional resorts.
Renowned as one of Eurasia’s snowiest regions, the Altai receives over six meters of snowfall annually, creating a blanket of soft snowfields where seasoned free riders and powder connoisseurs alike will discover a diverse tapestry of slopes that challenge and inspire – all in a breathtaking, remote wilderness. It’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of the mountains.
exclusive of flights
Remote slopes. Big adventure.
from 2360€ / 6 days
Reason you'll love staying with us
Remote slopes. Big adventure.
Guaranteed Powder – Consistently deep powder from early December to mid-March.
More Affordable – More affordable than Canada. Better snow than the Alps.
Ski-In Lodge – Luxury lodge with direct snowcat access.
Gourmet Dining – Exquisite dishes by expert chefs.
Ultimate Snow Quality – Top-tier snow—light, dry, and endless.
Perfect Terrain – Exciting 20-35° slopes with perfectly spaced larch trees.
High-Speed Snowcats – Powerful, fast snowcats with heated, oversized cabins.
Safety First – Flawless safety record with expert guides and avalanche-trained staff.
Once-in-a-Lifetime – A totally unique ski experience—far from the usual resorts.
✔ Customizable packages available – Single-day and multi-day trips.
✔ All-inclusive packages include lodging, meals, guiding, and avalanche gear.
✔ Group discounts available for private bookings.
Starting from €865 per day, including full-service lodging.
- The Place -
- The Place -
Why Choose Cat Skiing in the Western Altai?
Why Choose Cat Skiing in the Western Altai?
✔ Reliable Deep Snow – Consistent snowfall from November to April guarantees fresh powder.
✔ Diverse Terrain – Alpine bowls, gladed forests, rolling meadows, and steep technical lines.
✔ Zero Crowds – Ski endless untracked powder without lift lines or resort crowds.
✔ Custom-Tailored Runs – Ski multiple laps each day on terrain matched to your ability.
✔ Luxury Lodge Stay – Unwind after a long day in a modern, comfortable mountain lodge.
💡 The perfect blend of adventure, exclusivity, and comfort.
✔ Reliable Deep Snow – Consistent snowfall from November to April guarantees fresh powder.
✔ Diverse Terrain – Alpine bowls, gladed forests, rolling meadows, and steep technical lines.
✔ Zero Crowds – Ski endless untracked powder without lift lines or resort crowds.
✔ Custom-Tailored Runs – Ski multiple laps each day on terrain matched to your ability.
✔ Luxury Lodge Stay – Unwind after a long day in a modern, comfortable mountain lodge.
💡 The perfect blend of adventure, exclusivity, and comfort.
✔ Reliable Deep Snow – Consistent snowfall from November to April guarantees fresh powder.
✔ Diverse Terrain – Alpine bowls, gladed forests, rolling meadows, and steep technical lines.
✔ Zero Crowds – Ski endless untracked powder without lift lines or resort crowds.
✔ Custom-Tailored Runs – Ski multiple laps each day on terrain matched to your ability.
✔ Luxury Lodge Stay – Unwind after a long day in a modern, comfortable mountain lodge.
💡 The perfect blend of adventure, exclusivity, and comfort.
- The Place -
Why Choose Cat Skiing in the Western Altai?
✔ Reliable Deep Snow – Consistent snowfall from November to April guarantees fresh powder.
✔ Diverse Terrain – Alpine bowls, gladed forests, rolling meadows, and steep technical lines.
✔ Zero Crowds – Ski endless untracked powder without lift lines or resort crowds.
✔ Custom-Tailored Runs – Ski multiple laps each day on terrain matched to your ability.
✔ Luxury Lodge Stay – Unwind after a long day in a modern, comfortable mountain lodge.
💡 The perfect blend of adventure, exclusivity, and comfort.
✔ Reliable Deep Snow – Consistent snowfall from November to April guarantees fresh powder.
✔ Diverse Terrain – Alpine bowls, gladed forests, rolling meadows, and steep technical lines.
✔ Zero Crowds – Ski endless untracked powder without lift lines or resort crowds.
✔ Custom-Tailored Runs – Ski multiple laps each day on terrain matched to your ability.
✔ Luxury Lodge Stay – Unwind after a long day in a modern, comfortable mountain lodge.
💡 The perfect blend of adventure, exclusivity, and comfort.
- Daily Itinerary -
- Daily Itinerary -
A Day in the Backcountry
A Day in the Backcountry
✔ Morning: Hearty breakfast & safety briefing. Gear up and load into the snowcat.
✔ Midday: Ski multiple deep powder runs, with short breaks inside the warm cat.
✔ Afternoon: Enjoy a mountain picnic with warm drinks before continuing to untouched slopes.
✔ Evening: Return to the lodge for spa relaxation, après drinks, and a gourmet dinner.
💡 We cater the day’s runs to match your group’s skill level and preferences.
✔ Morning: Hearty breakfast & safety briefing. Gear up and load into the snowcat.
✔ Midday: Ski multiple deep powder runs, with short breaks inside the warm cat.
✔ Afternoon: Enjoy a mountain picnic with warm drinks before continuing to untouched slopes.
✔ Evening: Return to the lodge for spa relaxation, après drinks, and a gourmet dinner.
💡 We cater the day’s runs to match your group’s skill level and preferences.
- Daily Itinerary -
A Day in the Backcountry
✔ Morning: Hearty breakfast & safety briefing. Gear up and load into the snowcat.
✔ Midday: Ski multiple deep powder runs, with short breaks inside the warm cat.
✔ Afternoon: Enjoy a mountain picnic with warm drinks before continuing to untouched slopes.
✔ Evening: Return to the lodge for spa relaxation, après drinks, and a gourmet dinner.
💡 We cater the day’s runs to match your group’s skill level and preferences.
- Ski Terrain -
- Ski Terrain -
Endless Backcountry to Explore
Endless Backcountry to Explore
The Altai Mountains offer a dream landscape for cat skiing, with:
✔ Untouched terrain – Bigger than many ski resorts.
✔ Wide-open alpine bowls – Ideal for high-speed descents.
✔ Steep ridgelines & couloirs – Perfect for advanced riders.
✔ Sparse, well-spaced trees – Legendary freeride conditions.
✔ Rolling meadows & playful features – Great for soft landings & creative skiing.
💡 Our expert guides hand-pick the best terrain daily based on conditions.
The Altai Mountains offer a dream landscape for cat skiing, with:
✔ Untouched terrain – Bigger than many ski resorts.
✔ Wide-open alpine bowls – Ideal for high-speed descents.
✔ Steep ridgelines & couloirs – Perfect for advanced riders.
✔ Sparse, well-spaced trees – Legendary freeride conditions.
✔ Rolling meadows & playful features – Great for soft landings & creative skiing.
💡 Our expert guides hand-pick the best terrain daily based on conditions.
- Ski Terrain -
Endless Backcountry to Explore
The Altai Mountains offer a dream landscape for cat skiing, with:
✔ Untouched terrain – Bigger than many ski resorts.
✔ Wide-open alpine bowls – Ideal for high-speed descents.
✔ Steep ridgelines & couloirs – Perfect for advanced riders.
✔ Sparse, well-spaced trees – Legendary freeride conditions.
✔ Rolling meadows & playful features – Great for soft landings & creative skiing.
💡 Our expert guides hand-pick the best terrain daily based on conditions.
- The Lodge -
- The Lodge -
Stay at Luxury Ridder Lodge
Stay at Luxury Ridder Lodge
After an unforgettable day in the mountains, return to the comfort of Ridder Lodge, featuring:
✔ Spacious, modern rooms with mountain views.
✔ Gourmet restaurant serving Kazakh, Siberian, and European cuisine.
✔ 1,000+ m² spa complex with saunas, hammam, and massage therapy.
✔ Heated drying rooms to keep your gear ready for the next day.
💡 Luxury meets adventure – unwind in style.
After an unforgettable day in the mountains, return to the comfort of Ridder Lodge, featuring:
✔ Spacious, modern rooms with mountain views.
✔ Gourmet restaurant serving Kazakh, Siberian, and European cuisine.
✔ 1,000+ m² spa complex with saunas, hammam, and massage therapy.
✔ Heated drying rooms to keep your gear ready for the next day.
💡 Luxury meets adventure – unwind in style.
- The Lodge -
Stay at Luxury Ridder Lodge
After an unforgettable day in the mountains, return to the comfort of Ridder Lodge, featuring:
✔ Spacious, modern rooms with mountain views.
✔ Gourmet restaurant serving Kazakh, Siberian, and European cuisine.
✔ 1,000+ m² spa complex with saunas, hammam, and massage therapy.
✔ Heated drying rooms to keep your gear ready for the next day.
💡 Luxury meets adventure – unwind in style.
- Safety -
- Safety -
Be Safe With Expert Guides
Be Safe With Expert Guides
Your safety is our priority. Every cat skiing trip includes:
✔ Highly trained, English-speaking guides with local expertise.
✔ Full avalanche safety briefing and equipment check.
✔ GPS-equipped snowcats for real-time tracking.
✔ Satellite communication devices for emergency contact.
✔ Helicopter standby for emergency evacuation.
💡 Low avalanche risk, experienced guides, and top-tier safety protocols.
Your safety is our priority. Every cat skiing trip includes:
✔ Highly trained, English-speaking guides with local expertise.
✔ Full avalanche safety briefing and equipment check.
✔ GPS-equipped snowcats for real-time tracking.
✔ Satellite communication devices for emergency contact.
✔ Helicopter standby for emergency evacuation.
💡 Low avalanche risk, experienced guides, and top-tier safety protocols.
- Safety -
Be Safe With Expert Guides
Your safety is our priority. Every cat skiing trip includes:
✔ Highly trained, English-speaking guides with local expertise.
✔ Full avalanche safety briefing and equipment check.
✔ GPS-equipped snowcats for real-time tracking.
✔ Satellite communication devices for emergency contact.
✔ Helicopter standby for emergency evacuation.
💡 Low avalanche risk, experienced guides, and top-tier safety protocols.
- Rentals -
- Rentals -
Rent Premium Equipment On Location
Rent Premium Equipment On Location
✔ High-performance ski tour & snowboards available for rent.
✔ Full avalanche safety gear (beacon, shovel, probe) included.
✔ Helmets and avalanche airbag backpacks available.
💡 Everything you need for an epic freeride experience.
✔ High-performance ski tour & snowboards available for rent.
✔ Full avalanche safety gear (beacon, shovel, probe) included.
✔ Helmets and avalanche airbag backpacks available.
💡 Everything you need for an epic freeride experience.
- Rentals -
Rent Premium Equipment On Location
✔ High-performance ski tour & snowboards available for rent.
✔ Full avalanche safety gear (beacon, shovel, probe) included.
✔ Helmets and avalanche airbag backpacks available.
💡 Everything you need for an epic freeride experience.
✔ Customizable packages available – Single-day and multi-day trips.
✔ All-inclusive packages include lodging, meals, guiding, and avalanche gear.
✔ Group discounts available for private bookings.
✔ Customizable packages available – Single-day and multi-day trips.
✔ All-inclusive packages include lodging, meals, guiding, and avalanche gear.
✔ Group discounts available for private bookings.
✔ Customizable packages available – Single-day and multi-day trips.
✔ All-inclusive packages include lodging, meals, guiding, and avalanche gear.
✔ Group discounts available for private bookings.
We’ve got a package that’s perfect for you
We’ve got a package that’s perfect for you
We’ve got a package that’s perfect for you
Cat Skiing
Day Riding
from €440 / day
(exclusive of flights)
Travel solo
You join a snow cat group
Build your own package
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
Single accomodation
Abundant snowfall for powder enthusiasts
Varied terrain for all levels
Quiet slopes, no tourist crowds
Breathtaking views from each summit
On-site experts ready to guide
Get more info or book your stay
Full Week Trip
from €2360 / 6 days / 7 nights
(exclusive of flights)
Travel solo
You join a snow cat group
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
6 full days of riding
Pristine powder meets unmatched exhilaration
Expert guides ensure safe thrills
Explore hidden valleys off-trail
Scenic vistas at every turn
Unforgettable backcountry adrenaline rush
Single accomodation
Get more info or book your stay
Private Snow Cat
from €2290 / person / 6 days (12 people)
€2490 / person / 6 days (11 people)
€2580 / person / 6 days (10 people)
€2790 / person / 6 days (9 people)
€2950 / person / 6 days (8 people)
(exclusive of flights)
Private group of up to 14 people
Minimum 8 people
All yours. Just you and your group.
Fresh tracks guaranteed every run
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
Explore hidden valleys off-trail
Ultimate freeride dream realized
Stay safe with experienced pros
Get more info or book your stay
Cat Skiing
Day Riding
from €440 / day
(exclusive of flights)
Travel solo
You join a snow cat group
Build your own package
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
Single accomodation
Abundant snowfall for powder enthusiasts
Varied terrain for all levels
Quiet slopes, no tourist crowds
Breathtaking views from each summit
On-site experts ready to guide
Get more info or book your stay
Full Week Trip
from €2360 / 6 days / 7 nights
(exclusive of flights)
Travel solo
You join a snow cat group
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
6 full days of riding
Pristine powder meets unmatched exhilaration
Expert guides ensure safe thrills
Explore hidden valleys off-trail
Scenic vistas at every turn
Unforgettable backcountry adrenaline rush
Single accomodation
Get more info or book your stay
Private Snow Cat
from €2290 / person / 6 days (12 people)
€2490 / person / 6 days (11 people)
€2580 / person / 6 days (10 people)
€2790 / person / 6 days (9 people)
€2950 / person / 6 days (8 people)
(exclusive of flights)
Private group of up to 14 people
Minimum 8 people
All yours. Just you and your group.
Fresh tracks guaranteed every run
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
Explore hidden valleys off-trail
Ultimate freeride dream realized
Stay safe with experienced pros
Get more info or book your stay
Cat Skiing
Day Riding
from €440 / day
(exclusive of flights)
Travel solo
You join a snow cat group
Build your own package
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
Single accomodation
Abundant snowfall for powder enthusiasts
Varied terrain for all levels
Quiet slopes, no tourist crowds
Breathtaking views from each summit
On-site experts ready to guide
Get more info or book your stay
Full Week Trip
from €2360 / 6 days / 7 nights
(exclusive of flights)
Travel solo
You join a snow cat group
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
6 full days of riding
Pristine powder meets unmatched exhilaration
Expert guides ensure safe thrills
Explore hidden valleys off-trail
Scenic vistas at every turn
Unforgettable backcountry adrenaline rush
Single accomodation
Get more info or book your stay
Private Snow Cat
from €2290 / person / 6 days (12 people)
€2490 / person / 6 days (11 people)
€2580 / person / 6 days (10 people)
€2790 / person / 6 days (9 people)
€2950 / person / 6 days (8 people)
(exclusive of flights)
Private group of up to 14 people
Minimum 8 people
All yours. Just you and your group.
Fresh tracks guaranteed every run
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner & sauna)
Explore hidden valleys off-trail
Ultimate freeride dream realized
Stay safe with experienced pros
Get more info or book your stay
Frequently Asked Questions
What level of skiing experience do I need for Cat Skiing?
What level of skiing experience do I need for Cat Skiing?
What level of skiing experience do I need for Cat Skiing?
Will I see snowmobilers or have to share the slopes with them?
Will I see snowmobilers or have to share the slopes with them?
Will I see snowmobilers or have to share the slopes with them?
Is cat-skiing available throughout the entire winter season?
Is cat-skiing available throughout the entire winter season?
Is cat-skiing available throughout the entire winter season?
Is Kazakhstan safe to visit?
Is Kazakhstan safe to visit?
Is Kazakhstan safe to visit?
What’s the weather like? Is it really that cold?
What’s the weather like? Is it really that cold?
What’s the weather like? Is it really that cold?
How many runs will we get per day?
How many runs will we get per day?
How many runs will we get per day?
Can snowboarders join the cat skiing trips?
Can snowboarders join the cat skiing trips?
Can snowboarders join the cat skiing trips?
Is there Wi-Fi at the lodge?
Is there Wi-Fi at the lodge?
Is there Wi-Fi at the lodge?
At Altai Mountains Resort, indulge in world-class comfort while chasing thrilling winter adventures—where every moment feels like the trip of a lifetime.
At Altai Mountains Resort, indulge in world-class comfort while chasing thrilling winter adventures—where every moment feels like the trip of a lifetime.
At Altai Mountains Resort, indulge in world-class comfort while chasing thrilling winter adventures—where every moment feels like the trip of a lifetime.
Start your journey.
Start your journey.
We look forward to crafting your adventure
We look forward to crafting your adventure
We look forward to crafting your adventure
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