Do you want a skiing adventure? Macedonia is a well kept secret amongst powder hunters. Renowned for its locally brewed beers and long history of wine making.
We will be based in the small resort of Popova Sapka based at 1750m, in the stunning Shar mountains national park, North Macedonia and just a short 1.5 hour transfer from Skopje airport. We will be skiing approximately 2500 vertical metres each day in both forest and high mountain terrains. No night clubs, noisy bars or skiers trashing your tracks. Just pure off piste skiing with access each day using a snowcat.
Expect to have between 10 – 14 pick ups each day, it is a vast area with a massive amount of skiing.
Skiing will be above and amongst the treeline, perfect if the weather changes. The routes here are not steep but the snow is very deep.
If you are an adventure skier this has to be one of the places at the top of your bucket list.
Minimum requirements for this course:
Check your ski level here.
Helmet. Off piste safety equipment (transceiver, shovel & probe). Avalanche air bag. (all safety equipment is provided in the price if you do not have your own).
Touring skis and skins are not mandatory but please bring them if you have your own. These can be rented in resort on a daily basis if required.
Part of the Balkan mountain range that covers a huge area of southern Europe, home to bears, wolves and lynx, North Macedonia is relatively undiscovered by British skiers. The local people are hospitable and welcoming and the local food is incredible.
Accommodation:
We will be based in the fantastic 4* hotel Scardus that boasts a wellness and spa including a swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and turkish bath. It has a bar, ski room, and free WiFi throughout the hotel. The restaurant serves both local and international dishes with cocktails beforehand on the terrace after a long day’s skiing.
All meals are included during our stay at hotel Scardus, including either packed or cooked lunches on the mountain.
Travel Suggestions:
Fly from the UK into Skopje airport. Please DO NOT book flights until advised by the office.
Depart from UK to Skopje. (Times to be advised)
6 days backcountry off piste skiing with snowcats. Depart for Skopje airport hotel after skiing on 6 February for overnight.
Transfer to Skopje airport and fly back to UK.
