Join us in the Tian Shan of Kyrgyzstan this coming Winter to ski and snowboard first descents with ski guide Luke Smithwick

Kyrgyzstan has it all for all intermediate and higher levels of backcountry skiers and snowboarders. We choose the Winter season for quality snow conditions and ease of access to base camps with horses (and snowmobiles), and for snow stability and great variety of choice in ski objectives.

SETUP

We drive into the Tian Shan from Bishkek and then approach for a day to base camp(s). We ski tour from camp each day skiing a variety of terrain.

Our base camps in the Tian Shan will be fully stocked with a variety of meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with snacks. We will have hot showers in camp, two pit toilets, and each member will have their own roomy 2 person Mountain Hardwear tent. The purpose of a base camp is for you to have a place to recover, and relax, and have space from the mountain to collect your thoughts, gather your energy reserves, and move to skiing each day. Our goal as a guide service is to provide a ski experience that keeps you strong, physically healthy, and mentally prepared for as much skiing as possible.

Sunshine and powder skiing

OTHER NOTES ABOUT THE TRIP

Here is the gear list for the trip . Keep in mind that this gear list for all Himalayas ski trips, some of these items are not applicable to Tian Shan, definitely get in touch with Luke here to make sure you have the right kit. We can also provide ski and snowboard hire and equipment hire.

Fresh tracks in the Tian Shan