Ski Tour in Kackar, Turkey
Unleash your inner explorer with an unforgettable off-piste ski adventure in Turkey's untouched Kackar Mountains with professional, expert guides. Conquer diverse landscapes, from exhilarating wide-open slopes to powder-filled forests and thrilling gullies.
Group
Kackar Mountain Range
7 Days
Jan - Apr, Dec
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Descend from wide-open slopes with thrilling 35° inclines to powder-filled forests and exhilarating gullies
- Explore a different pristine valley each day via snowcat
- Wake up to stunning mountain views from your cozy hotel in the heart of the Kackars
Description
Ready to carve fresh tracks and conquer untouched terrain? This Kackar ski adventure is for seasoned off-piste enthusiasts seeking a truly authentic and thrilling adventure.
Glide through diverse landscapes and master wide-open slopes with thrilling inclines of up to 35 degrees. Navigate powder-filled forests and exhilarating gullies with slopes reaching 25 degrees.
Our home base for this trip will be the warm town of Olgunlar, situated in the Kackar mountains at an elevation of 2,000m and encompassed by hills exceeding 3,000m. During winter, the town remains uninhabited, with our guesthouse being the sole-occupied establishment.
Venture into a different valley each day throughout the week-long camp via snowcats. Some of these locations have never been explored by ski enthusiasts.
Each morning, a snowcat ride will take you to the most remote valleys, with accommodation provided at a hotel nestled in the heart of the Kackar mountains. You'll have the opportunity to embark on an ascent of the highest peak in the Pontic mountains, Kackar Dagi (3,937m), with the support of a ski guide from the Turkish Mountaineering Federation.
Prior experience in off-piste skiing is essential, as the Kackar mountains are not suitable for first-time off-piste skiers. Each group is categorized based on their skill level and preferences to ensure that everyone can engage in skiing activities that align with their comfort level.
Reach out to us today and book your ski touring adventure!
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
Price details
- * Expert Guidance: Ski the slopes with confidence, led by a certified Turkish Mountaineering Federation (TMF) ski guide.
- * 6 nights of double accommodation at a charming Kackar Pension, nestled amidst the mountain scenery.
- * 1night stay in a high-standard city center hotel.
- * 6 buffet breakfasts and 5 twocourse dinners at the Kackar Pension.
- * Indulge in a grand breakfast buffet with over 30 options and a special farewell meal in the heart of Erzurum.
- * Shred the slopes for 6 days of exhilarating skitouring/splitboarding trips in the Kackar Mountains.
- * Safety First: Get prepped with a 2hour presentation on terrain, opportunities, and potential hazards.
- * Seamless Transfers: Let us handle the logistics with airport transfers and transportation between Kackar Pension and Erzurum.
- * Spare snowcats will be ready to keep the adventure rolling, and a snowmobile with a sledge ensures swift medical assistance if needed.
- * Take home a piece of the journey with gifts from Turkey SnowCats.
Itinerary
Day 1: Pick-up from the airport
At 8:00 PM, you will be picked up from the airport (those arriving the day prior will be collected from the hotel) and transported to the Kackar Pension.
Day 2: Avalanche safety training
8:30 to 9:45 - Enjoy a buffet breakfast
9:45 to 16:00 - The day commences with avalanche safety training to familiarize participants with essential knowledge of avalanche rescue. Then, we will board the snowcat, heading north towards the summer camp known as Dupeduzu (2765m). From there, we will traverse to the mountain pass (3419m) located beneath the rocky peak of Geztepe. This leg of the trip involves a 550m ascent and a 2km trek, leading to a 7.5km downhill ski with a descent of 1,350m!
18:30 - Indulge in a two-course meal
20:00 - Debriefing and announcement of next day's itinerary
Day 3: Journey to the Kanucar Gecit Pass
7:00-8:00 - Breakfast
8:00 to 15:00 – Departing from our guesthouse and traveling south, we will board a snowcat for a 1000-meter ascent. The final 300 meters to the summit will be completed using climbing skins, reaching an elevation of 3050m. From there, a 500-meter descent will lead to the valley, guiding us to the town of Dargit Yaylasi, where we will be creating the first tracks. Afterward, we will apply climbing skins and make our way back towards Yaylalar. Our objective is to reach one of the peaks adjacent to the Kanucar Gecit Pass (3075m.a.s.l.) – either 3165m or 3216m. Subsequently, we will ski downhill to the guesthouse, covering a descent of 1200 meters.
18:30 - Two course dinner
20:00 - Debriefing and announcement of next day's itinerary
Day 4: Ascend Kackar Dagi
6:00-7:00 - Breakfast
7:00-15:00 - Our goal for the day is to conquer Kackar Dagi, the highest peak in the range at 3,937 meters above sea level. While the ascent is technically straightforward, the journey from the guesthouse involves a gain in altitude of over 1,800 meters and spans 11 kilometers, which may not allow sufficient time for a safe summit attempt on a shorter day. To address this, we will utilize a snowcat for the initial 6 kilometers and 600 meters of altitude, before the terrain becomes steeper. This strategy will leave us with a remaining 5 kilometers and 1,250 meters of altitude to cover, followed by a lengthy 11-kilometer descent spanning nearly two kilometers.
18:30 - Two course dinner
20:00- Debriefing and announcement of next day's itinerary
Day 5: Skiing in Yaylar
6:00-7:00 - Breakfast
8:00-15:00 - We will board the snowcat and travel north once again, this time ascending 3 kilometers to the pass that divides Yaylalar and Satelef Yayla. From there, we will go on a 700-meter ascent on steep terrain with an incline of approximately 35 degrees, arriving at the pass at 3050m above sea level. After that, we will descend through Satelef Yayla, Korahmet, Karamolla, all the way to Yaylar, covering a downhill ski spanning 8 kilometers and descending 1200 meters. An off-road vehicle will pick us up from Yaylalar and transport us back to the guesthouse on a 14-kilometer downhill loop.
18:30 - Two course dinner
20:00- Debriefing and announcement of next day's itinerary
Day 6: Hike to Modut Yayla
6:00-7:00 - Breakfast
8:00-15:00 - We will ride the snowcat in a southern direction, ascending another 1000 meters. Then, we will travel along the blue ridge towards the village of Modut Yayla, enjoying a blue ridge hike to reach this remote village. Accessible only by skiing due to the lack of road access, we will ski all the way down to the road, where a 4x4 off-road vehicle will be awaiting us, after descending 1500 meters in altitude over a 5-kilometer track.
18:30 - Two course dinner
20:00- Debriefing and announcement of next day's itinerary
Day 7: Explore the Yüncüler Pass
6:00-7:00 - Breakfast
8:00-15:00 - Ski excursion towards the Yüncüler Pass, leading to a downhill slope through a couloir enveloped by forests, directly to the village of Yaylalar.
18:30 - Two course dinner
20:00- Debriefing and announcement of next day's itinerary
Day 8: Departure day
8:00 - 9:00 - Following breakfast, guests will be transported to the airport. There will be two rounds of transportation, with the first scheduled for early morning and the second around noon.
Details
Accommodation
Accommodation for six nights in a double room at the Kackar Pension, offering 15 rooms with double or twin beds.
Meeting point
FAQs
What level of experience do I need for this Kackar skiing trip?
Prior experience in off-piste skiing is essential. This is not suitable for beginners.
How will accommodation be handled?
You will be provided with lodging for six nights in a double room at Kackar Pension, which features 15 rooms equipped with either double or twin beds.
When and where will we meet?
At 8:00 PM, you will be picked up from the airport (those arriving the day prior will be collected from the hotel) and transported to the Kackar Pension.
What's included in the price?
The price includes the following:
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation included
- Breakfast and dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
What is the best time of the year to ski in Kackar, Turkey?
The ideal time to take this skiing trip in Kackar is during the winter months of January through March.
How will we access the ski areas?
Daily snowcat rides will take you to remote valleys in the mountains.
What terrain will we be skiing on?
We'll be able to ski in siverse landscapes such as wide-open slopes (up to 35 degrees), powder-filled forests, and exhilarating gullies (up to 25 degrees).
About the guide
Skitour
Tour Operator
Skitour School - a ski touring school, organizing ski touring, freeride and avalanche courses in the Tatras, Bieszczady and Beskidy in Poland and camps abroad. Licensed staff of leading ski tour guides.
Languages
Polish | English
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