Karakol Ski Base
Горнолыжная база Каракол
Kyrgyzstan's largest ski resort, with runs through spruce forests and distant views of Issyk-Kul, and affordable prices during the snow season.
The Karakol Ski Base lies in a canyon about 12 km southeast of Karakol, at an altitude of roughly 2,300 to 3,040 metres. With several chairlifts and runs, it is the largest and best-equipped ski resort in Kyrgyzstan. Its slopes wind through Tian Shan spruce forests, and from the summit you can look out over Issyk-Kul. The powder snow is excellent, and there are also backcountry and heli-skiing options. Ski equipment can be rented on site at prices well below those in Europe. In summer, some of the chairlifts run, and you can ride up to hike and enjoy the views. It is about 30 minutes by taxi from Karakol.
Opening hours
Snow season approx. 9:00 am–4:00 pm
Nearby sights
- Karakol Gorge (Karakol National Park)
- Karakol Russian Colonial Quarter
- Holy Trinity Cathedral, Karakol
- Ak-Suu (Teploklyuchenka) Hot Springs
- Dungan Family Dinner & Ashlyan-fu
- Karakol Regional Museum
- Ala-Kul Lake
- Karakol Dungan Mosque