Reviews

Amazing experience with Maxim in the Almaty Region. Maxim ensured we had the best skiing conditions and safest experience out on the mountains every day. Thanks for a memorable trip, we will be back!

This climb to Amangeldy Peak was the highlight of my trip to Kazakhstan. This was my first alpine climb, and while I had some mountaineering experience, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But Max made everything feel approachable, safe, and incredibly rewarding. The climb itself was both fun and challenging, and I learned so much along the way.

Max is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, and responsible. Throughout the climb, he carefully assessed conditions, set a pace that was both challenging and manageable, and always made safety the top priority. At the same time, he was very encouraging and supportive, which really helped me push through the tougher sections with confidence. Highly recommend Max to anyone considering alpine climbing

Katya was an awesome guide! She was very knowledgeable and courteous. We really enjoyed our rock climbing day trip in Almaty. Definitely recommend!

Max is a fantastic guide, he stuck with us through a 6 day Backcountry ski trip to Jyrgalan, and there isn't a better guide out there. He not only kept us safe in the back country during active avalanche activity while taking us to amazing fresh powder in his favorite spots, he also knew great food spots, and was extremely knowledgeable across history, local events and current events. The whole group was thoroughly impressed by his professionalism, easy going personality, and we even got to see his giant smile when he's in the mountains. What an absolute treat.

We had a great time with Max. We did 4 days of ski touring in Jyrgalan and one in Almaty with him. Max has excellent knowledge of both areas and planned 5 great days of skiing for us as well as driving us to and from Almaty and Jyrgalan.

We always felt like Max’s plan for the day was challenging but totally within our capabilities. Every day he found us fresh tracks and fun lines to ski.

His preparation and communication always made us feel safe.

We will be recommending Max to other people!

Max the guide was extremly attentive and patient. He bring the groupe to fresh deep snow every day !! He is experimented and he have a very good knowlege af the terrain. Lodging in Jyrgalan's guest house was perfect and the staff working there are super frendly and welcoming.

Max made the entire trip so amazing!!! I had no idea what to expect. He was so responsive, patient and knowledgeable leading up to the trip, answering all our questions. The skiing was awesome. Max knew how to plan the perfect day of skiing and always ensured safety was a top priority.

Beyond that, he imparted so much history of the area making everything so interesting. He can do anything. Very enjoyable person to spend time with as well! Highly recommend!!

This was my second ski touring trip with Max and all expectations were truly exceeded! This year we did 5 days ski tour in Jyrgalan village. Max is an excellent guide - super knowledgeable of the local area, safety conscious, and top athlete - a real expert of his craft. Max’s guiding abilities were paired with a seamless organisation of our trip - a top end-to-end service. I couldn’t reccomend Max more highly for anyone looking to get out there and explore. Thanks Max, and see you next year!

My friend and I did a week ski touring with Max in Jyrgalan (Kyrgysztan). Max is an excellent guide and planned a great trip for us. His knowledge of the area was impressive and he found us some of the best backcountry skiing we’ve ever done. He was an all round great addition to our trip and surprisingly good at Monopoly Deal for his first time playing! Thanks Max.

Max went above and beyond throughout our trip to ensure that we were safe in the backcountry, had tons of fun, and experienced the local culture. He was extremely knowledgeable and flexible, adapting the trip’s plans to our needs. He has a deep understanding of the local terrain and avalanche conditions, so we knew we were safe in challenging situations. He has a knack for finding good snow too — it was over 2 weeks since the last storm but we still skied deep powder!