KACKAR MOUNTAINS, TURKEY
Why Heli Ski Here?
- Travel is easy, quick and relatively cheap from Europe and you will not suffer from jet lag
- World class heli skiing terrain
- Small groups of only 4 heli skiers
- Professionalism and experience of the guides
- Excellent client service
- Cultural experience
Location
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The Kackar range of mountains is situated in the North East
of Turkey, on the Black Sea. The mountain range is around
100km long by 35km wide. The highest peak in the range is
3,900m.
Travel to the region is simple with major airlines flying regularly to the Turkish capital Istanbul. From there, an internal flight brings you to Trabzon airport from where we transfer you overland to the heliskiing base at Ayder.
The Heli Skiing and Heli Boarding
The heliskiing in Turkey is world class. Runs in the Kackar Range average a very respectable 1,000 vertical metres and the terrain is both exciting and varied. There is not an abundance of tree skiing but this is more than made up for by some breathtaking alpine terrain. Here the norm is deep powder but as with anywhere conditions of any kind should be expected. Groups of only four heliskiers per guide make for an intimate, high quality skiing experience.
Accommodation and Facilities
The three star hotel in Ayder has small rooms with en suite bathrooms / showers. They are no height of luxury but both clean and comfortable with reasonably good facilities. The hotel is equipped with telephone, satellite TV, mini bar, hair dryer and wireless internet access. A thermal spring spa with is located adjacent to the hotel and is the perfect way to end a long days heli skiing.
Helicopters and Safety
The helicopters used at Turkey Heliski are A-Star B2’s owned and operated by the highly reputable, Air Zermatt in Switzerland. Strict maintenance procedures are followed and both mechanics and pilots are Swiss. The guiding team at Turkey heliski is one of the most experienced and professional found at any heli ski operation. They are all UIAGM certified and have vast experience within the heliski industry. Each client is equipped with an ABS Airbag, avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe and instructed in their use.
Heli Skiing Prices and Packages – 2009
Rates per person in Euros.
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STANDARD
| Dates | Price |
| 10 Jan – 18 Jan | €6,500 |
| 17 Jan – 25 Jan | €6,500 |
| 24 Jan – 01 Feb | €6,500 |
| 31 Jan – 08 Feb | €6,800 |
| 07 Feb – 15 Feb | €6,800 |
| 14 Feb – 22 Feb | €6,800 |
| 21 Feb – 01 Mar | €6,800 |
| 28 Feb – 08 Mar | €6,500 |
| 07 Mar -15 Mar | €6,500 |
| 14 Mar – 22 Mar | €6,500 |
| 21 Mar - 29 Mar | €6,500 |
| 28 Mar - 05 Apr | €6,100 |
| 04 Apr - 12 Apr | €6,100 |
Single person supplement: €300
PRIVATE
| Group Size | Price (pp) |
| 8 Persons | €8,800 |
| 7 Persons | €9,400 |
| 6 Persons | €10,500 |
| 5 Persons | €12,500 |
| 4 Persons | €15,000 |
| 3 Persons | €17,500 |
‘PRIVATE’ prices are as above regardless of trip dates, and give your group exclusive and unlimited access to a helicopter. This is the ultimate in heliski freedom and flexibility.
Included
- Local transfers from Trabzon Airport to the hotel.
- 8 nights hotel accommodation (double occupancy).
- All meals
- 7 days heli skiing / heli boarding, 30’500 vertical metres (20’000 guaranteed).
- Service of European UIAGM certified guide.
- Use of safety equipment: Air Bag ABS, shovel, probe and avalanche transceiver (Ortovox).
- Use of “Fat boy” skis for powder skiing (Atomic Sugar Daddy, Big Daddy).
Not Included
- International flights and flights to and from Trabzon.
- Heli skiing over the included number of runs (extra runs charged at €95.00 / 1'000m)
- Visas
- Insurance (specifically for heliskiing)
- Drinks
Typical Itinerary
| Saturday | International flight to Istanbul. Internal flight from Istanbul to Trabzon, ground transfer to the hotel at Ayder. Safety and Helicopter briefing. |
| Sunday to Saturday | 7 days heli skiing. |
| Sunday | Depart for Trabzon and Fly Trabzon - Istanbul, followed by international flight on to your final destination. |
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