Ski Adventure Kazakhstan
Your next adventure takes you to Kazakhstan, one of the most surprising and underrated winter destinations in the world. Over the course of a week in the Almaty region, you’ll experience a dynamic mix of modern ski infrastructure, untouched landscapes, and raw Central Asian culture.
Forget outdated resorts or predictable ski trips. Here, you’ll ride ultra-modern gondolas high into the mountains, carve through fresh powder, explore remote valleys, and even encounter camels along the way. Off the slopes, Almaty offers a vibrant nightlife and a welcoming atmosphere that adds a whole new dimension to your trip.
The Kapachagai reservoir
The Kapchagai Reservoir serves to regulate the flow of the river while also being used to irrigate surrounding fields and for fishing. The wide sandy beaches found in Kapchagai, combined with Kazakhstan’s long hot summers, allowed the city to grow into the popular resort town it is today. It is loved by tourists as well as locals. Given that the former capital Almaty is just 80 kilometers from Kapshagay, many Almaty residents come there to spend the weekend or a short stay.
Kapchagai: relax by the water or in the casino
Kapchagai is the ideal place to stay for a beach vacation with lots of water sports opportunities, including fishing. Consequently, many water resorts can be found. On the shores of Kapshagai, you have a choice of about 150 vacation complexes and hotels. Because they are all close together, you can quickly compare (prices) and choose the stay that best suits your preferences. There is also a wide range of private homes that you can rent through locals.
In addition to the beach resort, Kapchagai is also known for its casinos. The city has more than 40 of them, all in their own style. Byzantine design, national style, European influences or Oriental design, at Kapshagai you can have it all.
In Kapchagai’s vicinity, however, you will find more than just water and casinos. The area is also very suitable for hikers who venture into the mountains and valleys fully equipped. After a strenuous trek through nature, relaxing in the city is the icing on the cake.
