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Medeu and Shymbulak ski resort private excursion

Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Almaty, Kazakhstan
  • 5 to 7 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the dramatic natural surroundings from the city of Almaty on this private tour. Visit the Medeo skating rink and the popular Shymbulak ski resort. Embark on a cable car ride through the gorge, taking in the stunning natural scenery. From mountains, lush forests, rivers and canyons, the area around Almaty boasts plenty of natural wonders.
  • A private tour means a personalized experience
  • Enjoy private transportation, with hotel pick up
  • All entrance fees and taxes included with your ticket
  • Fit more into your trip with this half day tour

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Skiing / Skating

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up from any hotel/apartment/hostel in the city area of Almaty

Itinerary

1

Medeu Skating Rink and Ski resort

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Shymbulak

4 hours Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Nurjehan_B
Thank you so much to Mr NurSultan our tour guide who are very professional, helpful n friendly. He is an excellent guide and always provide us all the guidance needed and explained all the details well when we asked . He took good care of us especially in the ski resort as it is very cold up there in the mountain but very nice view and great experience . We really appreciate all his assistance and professionalism. Thank you

Reviews

4.9
based on 30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Family tour to Shymbulak

Amarendra_M, Mar 2025
Very nice experience, a must visit place. Had really wonderful tour guide, explained everything clearly. It was very helpful

and overall, it was a...

KRIS, Dec 2024
and overall, it was a fantastic way to explore some of the most iconic landmarks in the area. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, giving us not only the history behind each place but also some local insights that we would have missed otherwise. The tour covered all the key spots—museums, historical buildings, and scenic viewpoints. One of the best parts of the tour was the personal touch. The guide made an effort to engage with everyone in the group and was very approachable for questions. We also had some free time to wander around on our own, which was a great balance between structured sightseeing and self-exploration.

Amazing !!

Praveen_G, Dec 2024
Get some solid clothing if it’s winter , try to book skiing lessons if Available. He helped us to book it .

Must visit place to Shimbulak

Navitha_K, Apr 2024
It was a wonderful trip to Shimbulak and the guide was so helpful in all the ways. My kids had never done skiing, there we have the opportunity to learn with proper instructors. Kids confidently did skiing within 10 minutes which is really appreciable.

Excellent guide, amazing views

457pro, Apr 2024
Our guide Nursultan was super nice and delivered the tour as advertised. We had a great time talking everything about Kazakhstan. View on Shymbulak is great.

Excellent Tour Guide

Nurjehan_B, Mar 2024
Thank you so much to Mr NurSultan our tour guide who are very professional, helpful n friendly. He is an excellent guide and always provide us all the guidance needed and explained all the details well when we asked . He took good care of us especially in the ski resort as it is very cold up there in the mountain but very nice view and great experience . We really appreciate all his assistance and professionalism. Thank you
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