Tour Description
Turan Peak is located in the upper reaches of Big Almaty gorge. The peak height is 3970 meters. The summit is located in the area of Big Almaty Lake, between Karnizniy and Tourist peaks, not far from the Cosmostation.
Ski touring to Turan peak takes one day. This is one of the most easily accessible ski touring routes in the spring.
Best season:
May.
Price:
€100 per person for a group of 2
€80 per person for a group of 3
€65 per person for a group of 4
€55 per person for a group of 5
Required equipment:
Skis with ski-touring bindings or splitboard
Ski/snowboard boots(for skiers with system of switching to walking mode)
Skins
Poles
Avalanche equipment(shovel, probe and transceiver)
Backpack of volume at least 30+ liters with ski/snowboard fixation
Goggles
Helmet
Gloves
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Thermos with tea, water tank or camelback
Snacks(bars, muesli, special mount nutrition)
Tour Includes
- Accommodation
- Luggage transfer during the trip
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Professional guide
- Transport during the trip
Tour Program
Day 1
Start in the early morning from the Almaty to the Cosmostation area. Ski touring 4-5 hours to the Turan peak, descent back. Transfer back to the city.
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Tour Overview
- Pricefrom € 55
- TypeGuided
- LocationCosmostation
- Departure CityAlmaty
- Durations 8 hours
- LanguagesEnglish, Russian
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