Kyrgyzstan Ski Touring Adventure:
February 5-15, 2027
Join Femme Mountain Collective for a ski touring/splitboarding trip to Kyrgyzstan
Itinerary:
February 5 – Arrival in Bishkek
– Airport transfer
– Welcome dinner & overnight in Bishkek
February 6 – Scenic Drive to Jyrgalan
– Transfer through stunning Kyrgyz mountain scenery along lake Issyk Kul
– Arrive to our guesthouse in Jyrgalan
February 7 – Ski Day at Jyrgalan’s new Ski Resort
– Full day skiing at the newly opening local ski resort in Jyrgalan to warm up the legs and get a taste of resort riding in Kyrgyzstan
February 8–10 – Backcountry Touring in Jyrgalan
– Daily ski tours from the guesthouse
– Relaxed evenings with hearty food & traditional sauna
February 11 – Snowmobile Transfer to a remote Yurt Lodge | Ski Tour
– Epic ski tour day as we relocate to a remote yurt lodge
– Ride deep into remote terrain by snowmobile
– Overnight in a winterized yurt
February 12 – Remote Yurt Lodge | Ski Tour
– Ski tour a new zone with a fresh perspective
– Overnight in a winterized yurt
February 13 – Ski Tour from remote Yurt Lodge
– Ski tour from our yurt
– Snowmobile transfer back to guesthouse
February 14 – Final Morning at the Guesthouse Return to Bishkek
– Journey back in minivan with possible lake/mountain photo stops
February 15 – Departures from Bishkek
– Included airport transfers to catch your flight
*Itinerary subject to change based on weather/conditions
INCLUDED:
• Round-trip airport transfer from Bishkek (Manas Airport)
• All ground transport (Bishkek ↔ Jyrgalan, snowmobile transfers, etc.)
• 11 nights accommodation (hotels, guesthouses, and yurts)
• All meals during ski touring portion (Breakfast, Box Lunch, Dinner)
• 6 full days of guided ski touring
• 1 lift-access ski day at Jyrgalan Ski Resort
• Welcome dinner in Bishkek
• Support from your host (Alli) throughout the trip
NOT INCLUDED:
• Travel Insurance (mandatory) – You’ll need comprehensive travel insurance that covers backcountry skiing/snowboarding, trip cancellation, and medical evacuation.
• International Flights – Guests are responsible for their own flights to and from Kyrgyzstan.
• Meals Not Listed in the Itinerary – While most meals are included during ski touring days, any meals during travel days or free time in town are not.
• Alcoholic Beverages – Any alcohol during the trip is at your own expense.
• Ski Touring Gear – Please bring your own ski touring or splitboarding equipment, including skins, poles, and boots.
• Avalanche Safety Equipment – A beacon, shovel, and probe are required.
• Gratuities for Ski Guides – They work hard for us, & appreciate a little gratuity for all their work
• Additional Activities – Any optional activities not listed in the itinerary
• Personal Expenses – Souvenirs, snacks, or anything personal you may wish to purchase along the way.
Price: $5055 CAD (~$3660 USD, €3150 )
All trips require you to sign an industry standard release of liability waiver to hold your spot. A sample of the waiver can be viewed here: Waiver
Ever dreamt of ski touring in a remote corner of the world, surrounded by mountains, culture, and a supportive group of women who just get it?
Join me in Kyrgyzstan for a truly unique women’s ski touring adventure led by local IFMGA guide’s.
This isn’t your average ski trip. We’ll venture into the Tian Shan Mountains, a place still untouched by mass tourism, where the snow is deep, the terrain is wild, and the experience is deeply immersive. Each day will be spent exploring new lines on skis, and each night we’ll return to cozy guesthouses & yurts, complete with wood-fired saunas, hearty home-cooked meals, and the kind of connection that only comes from sharing a mountain adventure with like-minded women.
This experience has been carefully curated so that all the logistics are taken care of, from your airport pickup in Bishkek to the overland transfers to Jyrgalan. You’ll even enjoy a snowmobile transfer to our backcountry yurt camp, adding to the sense of adventure. All you need to do is show up, bring your gear, and get ready to tour your heart out.
The yurts are fully catered with traditional Kyrgyz cuisine (think warming soups, fresh breads, and nourishing stews). While the local diet is predominantly meat-based, we can accommodate vegetarians, I’m vegetarian myself.
Whether you’re craving something off the beaten path, looking to grow your backcountry confidence in a supportive female environment, or just want to experience the magic of ski touring in Central Asia, this trip is for you.
Come ski wild terrain, soak in mountain culture, refresh in saunas after a day of touring, sleep in yurts under the stars, and connect with a group of women you’ll never forget.
Who This Adventure is Perfect For:
This adventure is designed for adventurous women who already have some backcountry ski touring experience and are looking to explore deeper, more remote terrain in a supportive and empowering all-female group.
If you’re someone who:
• Has prior ski touring or splitboarding experience (including avalanche safety knowledge)
• Feels comfortable climbing and descending variable terrain
• Strong mind to climb 800M - 1500M a day to elevations over 3000M
• Craves adventure in places most people haven’t even thought to go
• Is stoked on the idea of connecting with like-minded women in the mountains
• Values the chance to experience a rich new culture and way of life
• Wants to ride incredible untouched lines, then unwind in cozy guesthouses, yurts and sauna sessions
• Is ok with being disconnected from the world for a few days as there is no signal at the backcountry Yurt
…then this retreat was made for you.
Whether you’re looking to ride with other strong, passionate women, or to explore a place far off the beaten track (without having to worry about the logistics), this journey offers a unique opportunity to deepen your mountain experience and build new friendships through shared adventure.
Our Guides :
Andre & Alex, both highly qualified local IFMGA guides we were so lucky to be guided through the mountains by last year and I’m so excited to work with them again. Both very friendly and supportive guides, who always ensure our safety is the top priority in the mountains.
I’m also working to bring on a female aspirant IFMGA tail guide, one of my biggest dreams with Femme Mountain Collective is to work with more female guides but also to help increase the number of qualified female guides in an industry that is very male dominated. So I am very excited about the possibility of bringing on a female guide in her final year of training to tail guide us on this adventure, to provide an extra level of safety and to learn from while she also gains experience in these mountains.
10 Spots Total
5:1 Client to Guide Ratio
Kyrgyzstan Ski Touring Trip