Turkey
Turkey
Turkish Catskiing in Kackar Mountains
Welcome to Eastern Snow’s newest freeride destination! Experience exclusive catskiing in the pristine Kackar Mountains in northeastern Turkey. This is a unique opportunity to explore deep powder snow, steep mountainsides and an authentic off-piste experience far away from the big commercial ski areas.
Why choose catskiing in Turkey?
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100% off-piste & deep powder snow – Ideal snow conditions from December to March.
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No lift queues – just pure freeride – we use purpose-built snowcats to reach the best mountainsides.
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Unique mountain culture – Stay in an authentic mountain village and experience Turkish hospitality.
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Tailor-made for freeriders – Big open bowls, dense forests and technical lines.
The area – Kackar Mountains
The Kackar Mountains are known for their spectacular scenery and stable snow conditions. With altitudes up to 3,900 meters and snowfall often exceeding 10 meters during the season, this is a true paradise for freeriders. The varied terrain offers everything from open mountain faces to technical tree runs and natural pillows.
What can you expect?
Our experienced guides ensure safety and find the best lines every day. We ride up to 10,000 vertical meters in deep untouched snow. Whether you’re into long, smooth turns in big snowfields or fast, technical lines through the trees, Kackar has something for you.
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6 days of world-class catskiing.
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Experienced mountain guides to ensure the best experience.
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Authentic accommodation in a cozy mountain village.
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Great Turkish food and hot springs after a long day in the snow.
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Opportunities for extra activities and local experiences
Ideally, the tour is suitable for skiers and snowboarders who have experience with deep powder and off-piste skiing. You don’t need to have tried catskiing before, but a reasonable level of physical fitness is necessary if we are to move away from the snowcat. On our trips, this has rarely been necessary as the snowfall is stable and the terrain is easily accessible. There will also be plenty of challenges in the forest areas.
The focus of this trip is not the usual comfort conditions of a classic ski vacation. It’s an adventurous freeride experience in cozy company where flexibility is key as we chase the best snow conditions. Expect unforgettable lines in one of the world’s most overlooked powder destinations!
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ABOUT THE TRIP
Transportation
The most direct route to Turkey Snowcats is via domestic flights to Rize (RZV) from one of Turkey’s major international airports. Alternatively, Erzurum (ERZ) can be used, but with a slightly longer transfer to the destination. See all transportation and flight options below.
Flights from Europe to Turkey
The main international arrival airports in Turkey with good connections from all over Europe are:
- Istanbul Airport (IST)
- Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB)
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
There are daily direct flights to these airports from a wide range of European cities.
Domestic flights to Rize or Erzurum
A. Rize – the closest airport to Turkey Snowcats
Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) is close to the destination and is the most recommended airport. There are several daily domestic flights from here:
- Istanbul (IST): 1 h. 45 min
- Sabiha Gökçen (SAW): 1 h. 30 min
- Ankara (ESB): 1 h. 15 min
- Izmir (ADB): 1 h. 55 min
Travel time from Rize to Turkey Snowcats: approximately 3-4 hours by car / minibus.
B. Alternative: Erzurum Airport (ERZ)
An alternative to Rize is Erzurum, which also has daily domestic connections from Istanbul and Ankara, among others.
Travel time from Erzurum to Turkey Snowcats: approximately 5 hours by car.
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Safety & Guides
Safety is always in focus on our tours. Our local mountain guides are certified and have extensive experience in the area. They know the snow conditions and choose the best and safest routes every day. All participants must bring avalanche safety equipment, including beeper, shovel and probe.
Accommodation & Catering
We stay in the middle of the majestic Kaçkar Mountains at an authentic, family-owned guesthouse – either in Olgunlar or Yaylalar. Here we have cozy and simple accommodation with 15 comfortable double rooms, all en-suite and surrounded by magnificent nature.
After the day’s skiing, we gather in the warm common room for briefing, fun and freeride movies. WiFi and cellular coverage is available – weather permitting.
The food is a chapter in itself: homemade, fresh and local. The breakfast buffet is full of butter, cheeses and jams from nearby farms, and dinner consists of two hearty dishes that are filling and warming.
With top reviews and genuine hospitality, this is the perfect base for our ski adventure in the wild Caucasus.
Passport and visa
It is very important that the information in your passport matches what is on your ticket. No visa is required to enter the country.
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Prices and weeeks
From €2,380
Per. PERSON
- 2026
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2026
- WEEK 4
17. Jan. – Jan 24, 2026
- WEEK 9
Feb 21 – Feb 28, 2026
Included:
For further info contact Morten Due:
Mail: [email protected]
Mobile: 0045 27224002
Prices:
From €2,380 per person.
Varies according to choice of accommodation.
Flights are not included in the above price.
- Hotel & Spa
- Full pension
- Catskiing
- Transportation
- Local mountain guide
- ES-Guide on the whole trip
- Safety equipment rental options
