Shymbulak

About

Affordable alpine vibes with stunning mountain views, just a short ride from the city.

Why go

• Breathtaking mountain views and fresh alpine air
• Peaceful atmosphere that makes it a year-round attraction
• Escape into this alpine paradise

Must try

• Take the cable car all the way up
• Skiing
• Snowboarding
• Hiking
• Bogdanovich glacier

Pro tips

• Take the cab to the cable car site, not the top
• Rent ski or snowboard gear near the passes counter
• Book the pass till station 3
• Take yandex go or bus to medeu cable car station
• Cable car closes at 5:30 pm, last boarding 30 mins prior

Good to know

• Bring a light jacket, comfortable shoes, and sunglasses
• Fully cover up as it's cold, especially at station 2
• Negotiate prices for horseback riding and bring cash

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Rating

4.8 / 5 (19381 reviews)

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