Top Ski Resorts in Uzbekistan
Information about the Best Ski Resorts in Uzbekistan and the Mega Ski Resort Project Amirsoy Expansion (Under Construction)
The Best Ski Resorts in Uzbekistan
Skiing in Uzbekistan offers an unexpected Alpine adventure. Nestled on the ancient Silk Road, the Uzbek mountains deliver breathtaking vistas and super-dry powder snow thanks to the country’s double-landlocked climate. International ski tourism only boomed after 2016, but the modern Amirsoy Mountain Resort – opened in 2019 – put Uzbekistan as a Central Asian country on the map for winter sports.
For intrepid skiers it’s a dream: ski lifts are new and modern, slopes are pristine, and you often ride chairlifts with local families or snow-enthusiasts who are discovering skiing for the first time. The experience is enriched by Uzbek culture – from friendly, welcoming staff to roadside chai (tea) stands along mountain roads – ensuring any visitor feels right at home.
Why Ski in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan is one of the most surprising ski destinations you can find. Most people think of deserts and old Silk Road cities, but the mountains here are high, cold, and full of clean white snow. This contrast makes the experience feel special and exciting. You are skiing where almost no one expects skiing to exist.
The main resort, Amirsoy, is modern and well built. It opened only a few years ago, so the lifts, gondola, and pistes feel new, smooth, and fast. The runs are wide and safe, which is great for beginners and families, but there is also room to explore more advanced slopes when the snow is good. Everything is designed to be clear and easy, so you spend more time enjoying the mountain and less time figuring out logistics.
The best part is how easy it is to get there. Amirsoy is close to Tashkent, which means you can land in the capital and be on the ski slopes the same day. No long transfers or stress.
Prices are lower than in Europe, food is delicious, and the people are friendly. You get comfort, good snow, and a calm atmosphere without high costs or crowds. Skiing in Uzbekistan feels fresh, simple, and full of joy.
How to Get to the Uzbek Ski Resorts?
To get to the ski resorts in Uzbekistan, you can fly into Tashkent International Airport. Its one of the best connected airports in the region with multiple flights from Europe, Russia, the Middle East, China, Japan, Korea and South-East Asia. If you come from North America, you will often need a transfer, but connections are simple and flights run often. Once you land, you can reach the city in about 20–25 minutes by taxi.
From Tashkent, you can get to Amirsoy, Chimgan and Beldersay in about 1–1.5 hours. The roads are good, and taxis or private drivers are easy to find, so you can plan a smooth day trip or a short ski break. If you want to explore more areas, you can head deeper into the mountains near the Charvak region. The drive takes longer, but you pass blue lakes, sharp peaks and small mountain villages, which makes the trip feel like part of the fun. In winter, more transport options open, and shared rides make it even easier. When you arrive, you get modern lifts, fresh snow and the warm welcome Uzbekistan is known for. Find the best flights to Tashkent below!👇
Where to Stay During Your Ski Trip in Uzbekistan?
When you plan your ski trip in Uzbekistan, you have three clear options for where to stay. Each one gives you a different kind of trip, so you can choose what fits your style. You can stay in Tashkent if you want city life, good food, malls, cafés and a wide choice of hotels. It’s the best option if you enjoy comfort and want to explore the capital too. Just keep in mind that the ski resorts are about 1–1.5 hours away, so it’s not the ideal choice if you want to go up and down every day.
Your second option is to stay right at the ski resort you choose. This gives you the real ski-holiday feel with ski-in/ski-out ease. You wake up, step outside and start your day on the slopes. No travel, no waiting — just a full day of snow and fresh air. Most resorts have good hotels, cozy lodges and modern chalets close to the lifts, so you can pick what suits you best.
If you want to ski at more than one place and also enjoy nature and culture without planning anything, you can book a tour. The tour team arranges your transfers and stay for you, so all you need to do is book your flight to Tashkent and enjoy the ride.
Stay in Tashkent
If you stay in Tashkent, you can enjoy the comfort of a big, modern city. You have gyms, malls, supermarkets, cafés and many great places to eat. There are about 234 hotels, 598 apartments and 13 guesthouses with a high rating (8+), so it’s easy to find a good place to stay. From the city, you can reach Amirsoy, Chimgan and Beldersay, each with long slopes and great mountain views.
Keep in mind the drive is about 1–1.5 hours, so it’s not the best pick for daily up-and-down trips. Still, Tashkent is perfect if you want a mix of city comfort and ski days. Click on the map below and find your best place to stay!
Stay at the Resort
If you stay right at the ski resort in Uzbekistan, you get the full ski-holiday feeling from the moment you open your eyes. You step outside, put on your skis and start your day — true ski-in/ski-out comfort. No taxis, no long rides, no stress. Your whole day becomes snow, fresh air and fun on the slopes.
Most Uzbek resorts — especially Amirsoy — offer modern hotels, small mountain lodges and cozy cabins close to the lifts, so you can pick the style that fits you best. If you want to stay on the mountain, your next step is simply choosing which resort suits your trip. Scroll down for the best ski resorts in Uzbekistan!
Book a Tour
If you book a tour, your ski trip in Uzbekistan becomes smooth and easy. The tour team takes care of your stay, your transfers and your time on the slopes, so you don’t have to plan a thing. You simply pick the tour you like, and everything else is handled for you. It’s the easiest way to enjoy Uzbekistan without worrying about details.
All you need to do is book your flight to Tashkent and arrive. If you want to ski at more than one resort and also enjoy nature, culture and local food along the way, a tour is the perfect choice. Some tours also visit other countries. Click on the tours below and find your trip!
Ski Resorts in Uzbekistan (Overview & Locations)
Map Ski Resorts Uzbekistan
The ski resorts near Tashkent are very close to each other. Zoom in to see the different resorts better. You can click on the resort to see more information
List Ski Resorts
- Amirsoy Expansion (Under Construction
- Amirsoy
- Chimgan
- Beldersay
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Winter Conditions and Uzbek Hospitality
Season & Snow
Uzbekistan’s ski season typically runs from December through March (with January–February as the peak months). Even before winter, some high-altitude areas can see snow, extending ski opportunities from late November in some years. Skiable terrain is still relatively modest: in total the country has about 19 km of alpine slopes served by around 15 lifts.
But what the resorts lack in size they make up for in powder quality and adventure. Powderhounds describes the snow as “super dry” – ideal for off-piste thrills – and praises expanding options like freeride and heli-skiing tours into the Tien Shan peaks.
Cost & Convenience
Wintersports in Uzbekistan is surprisingly affordable. For example, a full-day lift ticket at Amirsoy costs roughly 28.8 € (about the same as many Czech or Polish resorts). Accommodation and food are also good value, especially by international standards. The range of slopes means lift lines are short, and the all-inclusive vibe is welcoming – even on crowded weekends.
Food & Hospitality
After a day on the slopes, enjoy hearty Uzbek cuisine and warm hospitality. Local menus (especially at resorts) feature familiar comfort foods like plov (savory rice pilaf), kazan kabob (braised meat), shashlik (grilled skewers), steaming soups and fresh bread. National Tourist Board sources emphasize that cuisine is “fragrant” and colorful, delighting visitors with unforgettable tastes.
Beyond the resorts, Uzbek people are famously friendly: guides note that “everyone who comes to this blessed land is welcome here” and that visitors often leave wanting to return. This warmth and the unique cultural experience add an extra layer of enjoyment to skiing in Uzbekistan.
Amirsoy Expansion Project (Under Construction)
Uzbekistan has big plans to grow its ski industry. The visionary goal is to link the three main centers (Chimgan, Beldersay, and Amirsoy) into one massive ski area, rivaling the scale of France’s Trois Vallées or Canada’s Whistler. In fact, a government-supported project is underway to modernize the old Chimgan and Beldersay lifts and connect them with the new Amirsoy gondola network.
This “Central Asian Trois Vallées” plan would create 100+ km of interconnected runs across the Chatkal range. Beyond expanding existing sites, new destinations are coming. In late 2023, Uzbekistan approved a $300 million all-season resort in Gelon (Kashkadarya Region). Russian investors will build hotels, entertainment complexes and up to 8.6 km of gondola lifts in the Gelon mountains (near Shakhrisabz), aiming for partial opening by 2030.Gelon sits at much higher elevation (up to ~3,000 m), promising long seasons and even summer mountain tourism.
Other projects like the “Charvak Gates” development (around the famous Charvak Reservoir) and improved highway access are also in progress. In summary, skiing in Uzbekistan is at the exciting frontier – with modern resorts like Amirsoy already delivering comfort and steeps, and big expansions on the horizon. You will find dry Champagne powder, very low crowds, and an authentic cultural experience (friendly locals, delicious food, and Silk Road scenery).
The blend of affordable lift tickets, new infrastructure, and Central Asian adventure make Uzbekistan a rising star for winter sports enthusiasts. 👉Read more about the Amirsoy Expansion Project….
Amirsoy Mountain Resort (Tashkent Region)
Amirsoy is Uzbekistan’s newest and largest resort. Opened in late 2019 with ~€100 million investment, Amirsoy already boasts about 28 downhill runs totaling ~21 km (initially 11 slopes at 15 km plus additional runs added in 2020).
It offers a modern gondola and chairlift, 7 lifts in total, and well-groomed beginner/intermediate trails. The top station reaches about 2,275 m and the vertical drop is ~645 m. Resort facilities are upscale (chalet lodging, restaurants) and it’s 90km (≈90 min drive) from Tashkent’s airport. 👉Read more about skiing in Amirsoy….
Beldersay (Mt Kumbel)
Beldersay Resort is just 5 km from Chimgan. It sits on the slopes of Kumbel Mountain. It has 2 lifts (one chair, one surface lift) and only about 3.2 km of downhill runs.
The trails here are steeper and more challenging than Chimgan’s, making Beldersay popular for intermediate skiers. (Weekends can be busy with local visitors.)
Lift ticket prices are low, but facilities remain very basic – a Soviet-era chairlift and a simple hill lodge. 👉Read more about Beldersay Ski Resort……
Chimgan Ski Resort
Chimgan is the classic old resort about 95 km east of Tashkent. Chimgan offers a handful of ski lifts (including one quad chairlift) and several short beginner runs (the longest green/blue trails are around 1.5 km).
It’s picturesque, with views of Greater Chimgan peak (3,309 m) and the surrounding “Uzbek Switzerland” valley. Chimgan is great for families and novices but has limited terrain (about 0 advanced routes). It operates December–March. Note: riding in Chimgan’s old drag lifts or T-bar (locally nicknamed “shvabra”) adds to the Soviet-era adventure. 👉Read more about skiing in Chimgan….
Small Ski Resorts in Uzbekistan
Beside the major ski resort, there are some smaller ones too. They are suited for a nice day out or if you want something else after a few days on a bigger ski resort. You can find them below:
Zaamin (Zomin) Ski Area
Located in Zaamin National Park (Jizzakh Region), about 3 hours’ drive from Tashkent. This high-altitude free ski zone has one long rope tow/zipline accessed via a gondola.
It’s geared toward beginners and sightseeing – the single green trail starts at ~2,500 m and offers big valley views. The overall elevation range is 1,961–2,490 m, providing snow when lower resorts have none.
Pskem and Ugamskiy Ranges (Heli-Ski)
For expert skiers, Uzbekistan is becoming famous for heli-skiing. Operators run heli tours from border regions (Pskem-Ugam National Park) north of Tashkent, dropping guests into virgin slopes up to 4,200 m.
The Pskem region has a small lift area (2 lifts, ~3 km of prepared piste) suitable for intermediate runs, but its real draw is backcountry and heli-skiing. Uganda Sky tours highlight cheap day rates and exceptionally long descents on pristine powder. Each resort has its own vibe, but all share friendly local staff and very low lift-ticket prices.
For example, Amirsoy’s day pass (~28.8 €) is cheaper than most European resorts. With affordable equipment rental and on-site eateries serving plov and shashlik, even a long ski day in Uzbekistan can be very budget-friendly.
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