The best thing about Symbulak is its proximity to the city of Almaty. The best time for skiing there is February and March. Earlier in season (Nov-Jan) there may be not so much snow as one would expect, and you can find numerous scratches from the rocks on your skies regardless of the snow depth. The resort personnel is trying... More

They refurbished the area for Asian Winter Olympics but c'mon guys this is still not a worldwide ski center, you are way far from being so, and I'm afraid it will cost you much years and money. I can understan the desire to take the money spent for the latest constructions out of poor visitors, but we are not that... More

the infrastructure needs some investment to get it up to standard but I enjoyed some of the runs More

Do you like skiing? I do! Shymbulak is a great ski resort in Almaty. It was so beatiful and exciting! Lot of snow and very good slope! This the best time for you and your close people! Be sport and healthy! Good luck! More

after the revamping for Asian winter games this is a great place to ski, very modern lifts, good slopes, great view and good restos More

Guys, this is really place to visit just couple of things. 1. The cableway: why not to wash it... windows are dusty, and it's really cold inside - no heating for ~20 minutes trip up or down. 2. Time of the slops are open (and the cableway also) - not very convenient. Normally closed at 6p. Thursday and Satturday -... More