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Shymbulak

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Resort Guide

Shymbulak is a ski resort located in the picturesque Trans-Ili Alatau mountains near Almaty, Kazakhstan, offering over 20 kilometers of ski runs at altitudes ranging from 2,260 to 3,200 meters. The resort features modern lift infrastructure, a variety of slopes for all skill levels, and panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Shymbulak is known for its long ski season, snow parks, night skiing, and amenities such as hotels, restaurants, and equipment rentals, making it a prominent winter sports destination in Central Asia.

Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

Regionother
CountryKazakhstan
Base Elevation2,260m
Summit Elevation3,200m
Vertical Drop940m
Skiable Acres99
Total Runs25
Total Lifts8
Annual Snowfall59 inches / 150 cm
Longest Run8 km / 5 mi
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Live Conditions

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Shymbulak

Weather Forecast · 2,260m – 3,200m

Data reported at Fri, Nov 13, 8:07 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
—
Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
10.3cm
Season Total
54.5cm
Status unconfirmed

SnowSure reports this resort is not operating (unknown). SnowSure™ scores below reflect weather and snowpack signals, not open terrain.

Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Nov 13, 8:07 AM UTC
Base
2,260m
Temp
-5°C
Wind
7km/h
Snow Depth
16cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
2,730m
Temp
-8°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
17cm
14-Day Forecast
—
Summit
3,200m
Temp
-8°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
17cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 8
10-Day Forecast
Summit (3,200m) · Updated Fri, Nov 13, 8:07 AM UTC
Today
13
-5°
-15°
Sat
14
-6°
-19°
Sun
15
-7°
-19°
2.4cm
Mon
16
-10°
-21°
0.7cm
Tue
17
-5°
-22°
Wed
18
-3°
-17°
Thu
19
0°
-12°
0.1cm
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Nov 13, 8:07 AM UTC
54.5cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+92%
vs 5-Year Avg
59cm avg by now
+56%
vs 30-Year Avg
97cm avg by now
59cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~54.3 cm. That's 8% below the 5-year average (59 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 44% below the 30-year average (97 cm).

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Last synced Fri, Nov 13, 8:07 AM UTC

Top Après Ski

Bar 3200 – Perched at the highest lift station, Bar 3200 is renowned for its panoramic mountain views, cozy alpine ambiance, and vibrant après-ski scene, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with drinks and music after a day on the slopes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Shymbulak — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Shymbulak, Kazakhstan.

The current snow depth at Shymbulak is 16cm. Over the past 7 days, Shymbulak has received 10.3cm of snowfall. The season total snowfall is 54.5cm.

Shymbulak has 25 runs. and 8 lifts. covering 99 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 2260m to 3200m. with a vertical drop of 940m. The resort averages 59 inches / 150 cm of snowfall annually..

The 14-day snow forecast for Shymbulak predicts approximately 3.2cm of snowfall. LUXSKI provides forecasts from multiple weather models including ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, and Météo-France, updated hourly.

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Shymbulak directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Shymbulak destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.