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Shymbulak

Almaty, Kazakhstan

7.0/ 10Family Score: average of Beginner Friendliness, Walkability, and Village Vibe.
Good

Families with preschoolers and up who prefer walkable access on a budget (full-day programs let parents ski together)

Independent$
15Trails
420Acres
3,117'Vertical
6Lifts
$40Day Pass
7,218' base → 10,499' summit
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Family Scores

Beginner Terrain7.0Good
Walkability7.0Good
Village Vibe7.0Good
Cost$Budget

Ski School

Age 4+·full-day programs·Learn more →

Snowfall History

Season87"84% avg
Avg Season103"10yr avg

Live conditions available for North American resorts.

Season Snowfall

2024-2587" (84% of avg)Good
Avg Season103"

Data: Open-Meteo Historical Weather API

Terrain

20%
45%
30%
Beginner 20%
Intermediate 45%
Advanced 30%
Expert 5%

Village & Amenities

Basic dining·Grocery 10 min walk·Spa·Pool
Also:Ice skating, Sledding

Getting There

45 min from ALA · moderate drive, chains sometimes required · 5 min walk from parking

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Countries

Kazakhstan

Nearby Airports

Near ALA

Season Passes

Independent

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Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide

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