Oi-Qaragai Mountain Resort
Explore Oi-Qaragai near Almaty: 26 runs, 28km of terrain, mountain accommodation, suitability, and its active Kazakhstan Ski Adventure.
Active SnowCrew trip
Kazakhstan Ski Adventure 2027 combines Oi-Qaragai and Shymbulak. Dates, price, accommodation, and availability are loaded from the live trip record.
Overview
Oi-Qaragai is a forested mountain resort in the Ile-Alatau National Park, about 40 minutes from central Almaty and the airport. Its 26 runs cover 28km of ski terrain.
Snow Conditions
The forest setting can keep some slopes more sheltered; grooming, lifts and open terrain vary by day.
Best Time to Go
January–March. Late February balances winter atmosphere, skiing, and time to enjoy the resort beyond the slopes.
SnowCrew Coaching
SnowCrew coaches support Thai-first and mixed-ability groups with gear setup, terrain choice, confidence, and the rhythm of a mountain day. Coaching format is planned with the team. Explore SnowCrew lessons · Ask about coaching
Why Oi-Qaragai Mountain Resort
Use current resort announcements for lift, slope, weather, and night-skiing operations. Choose terrain suited to your ability and the day’s conditions.
Plan Next
Official Oi-Qaragai website · Shymbulak Mountain Resort guide · Kazakhstan trip details
Terrain Overview
26 runs · 28km of slopes · 7 main lifts · 2,140m top elevation · Night skiing daily except Tuesday · 4% beginner · 35% intermediate · 38% advanced · 23% expert
Facts & Recognition
- Tree Village — Top 10 Eco-Hotel
- World’s Largest Yurt
- Best Resort for Learning to Ski in the CIS
- Best All-Season Resort
Trail Map
Accommodation
The Kazakhstan Ski Adventure stays at both Oi-Qaragai Mountain Resort and Shymbulak Mountain Resort, keeping each mountain close to the corresponding ski days.