SKI IRAQ

SKI IRAQ

SKI IRAQ

EXPERIENCE THE DEEP OF WINTER AND THE POW-POW OF THE ZAGROS

SKIING THE IRAQI KURDISTAN ZAGROS MOUNTAINS

The Zagros Mountain Range provides an unforgettable ski experience in one of the most fascinating regions of the country known as Al-Iraq.


Ski touring in the Zagros Mountains of Iraqi Kurdistan is one of the most intriquing adventures one can experience in Northern Iraq. There are several peaks above 3,000 meters within the political map of Iraq. The Zagros Mountain Range extends from Northern Iraq and into Iran, the highest peak being Cheeka Dar at 3,611 meters. The pistes with the highest altitudes in Iraq include Cheeka Dar, Haji Ebrahim, and Halgurd.

EXPERIENCE THE DEEP OF WINTER AND THE POW-POW OF THE ZAGROS

SKIING THE IRAQI KURDISTAN ZAGROS MOUNTAINS

The Zagros Mountain Range provides an unforgettable ski experience in one of the most fascinating regions of the country known as Al-Iraq.


Ski touring in the Zagros Mountains of Iraqi Kurdistan is one of the most intriquing adventures one can experience in Northern Iraq. There are several peaks above 3,000 meters within the political map of Iraq. The Zagros Mountain Range extends from Northern Iraq and into Iran, the highest peak being Cheeka Dar at 3,611 meters. The pistes with the highest altitudes in Iraq include Cheeka Dar, Haji Ebrahim, and Halgurd.

Kurdistan, with it's wonderful history, name, and location is not a very well known travel destination. Most people believe it to be a hot and dry desert that does not welcome foreigners, let alone skiers. On the contrary, the Kurdish people are gracious and welcoming hosts.

KURDISTAN

Kurdistan, with it's wonderful history, name, and location is not a very well known travel destination. Most people believe it to be a hot and dry desert that does not welcome foreigners, let alone skiers. On the contrary, the Kurdish people are gracious and welcoming hosts.

KURDISTAN

KURDISTAN

ZAGROS

MOUNTAIN

EXPERIENCE

The Zagros Mountains run from southeastern Turkey through northern Iraq, into Iran to the Strait of Hormuz. The piste know as Cheekha Dar is the highest point in Iraq with an elevation of 3611 meters tall and Mount Halgurd a close second at an altitude of 3607 meters. Both of these summits are high enough for it to snow throughout the entire winter and snow can typically remain on both mountain pistes throughout the year.

There are lots of ski resorts all around the world with equipment and luxury accommodations but if you are adventurous enough and looking for unique natural sceneries and high-quality Kurdish snow, you won't be disappointed skiing Iraqi Kurdistan!


However, the quality of snow isn’t the only reason to make Zagros one of the best areas to ski. Let's visit Kurdistan!

ZAGROS

ZAGROS

MOUNTAIN

MOUNTAIN

EXPERIENCE

The Zagros Mountains run from southeastern Turkey through northern Iraq, into Iran to the Strait of Hormuz. The piste know as Cheekha Dar is the highest point in Iraq with an elevation of 3611 meters tall and Mount Halgurd a close second at an altitude of 3607 meters. Both of these summits are high enough for it to snow throughout the entire winter and snow can typically remain on both mountain pistes throughout the year.

There are lots of ski resorts all around the world with equipment and luxury accommodations but if you are adventurous enough and looking for unique natural sceneries and high-quality Kurdish snow, you won't be disappointed skiing Iraqi Kurdistan!


However, the quality of snow isn’t the only reason to make Zagros one of the best areas to ski.

WHY SHOULD YOU GO SKIING NI THE ZAGROS MOUNTAIN RANGE?

Beautiful Kurdish Snow

The quality of snow is one of the most important factors in skiing; so, skiers are always looking for the best quality snow in the world. Moisture and density are two factors influencing the quality of snow. Due to the geographical location of some parts of the Zagros, the region is covered with snow for more than half of the year, that’s why a large portion of the Zagros Range is called the “Alps of Iran”. The levels of humidity in this area has also helped to create a quality snow for skiing and there is snow available for almost half the year!

Wonderful Mountain Scenery

In the Zagros mountain region, you can find yourself alone in nature and enjoy ski mountaineering without any overcrowding. That doesn’t mean that a ski resort is not available or equipped however. There are lots of great ski lines in Iraqi Kurdistan and you can find one ski resort in Northern Iraq, Korek Mountain Resort


with it's own teleferic gondola. Since the Zagros mountains are located in one of the most amazing and remote regions of Iraq, skiers who want to enjoy their schuss while also admiring beautiful, natural scenery can definitely enjoy visiting this region of Iraq to ski and tour.

WHY SHOULD YOU GO SKIING NI THE ZAGROS MOUNTAIN RANGE?

Beautiful Kurdish Snow

The quality of snow is one of the most important factors in skiing; so, skiers are always looking for the best quality snow in the world. Moisture and density are two factors influencing the quality of snow. Due to the geographical location of some parts of the Zagros, the region is covered with snow for more than half of the year, that’s why a large portion of the Zagros Range is called the “Alps of Iran”. The levels of humidity in this area has also helped to create a quality snow for skiing and there is snow available for almost half the year!

Wonderful Mountain Scenery

In the Zagros mountain region, you can find yourself alone in nature and enjoy ski mountaineering without any overcrowding. That doesn’t mean that a ski resort is not available or equipped however. There are lots of great ski lines in Iraqi Kurdistan and you can find one ski resort in Northern Iraq, Korek Mountain Resort


with it's own teleferic gondola. Since the Zagros mountains are located in one of the most amazing and remote regions of Iraq, skiers who want to enjoy their schuss while also admiring beautiful, natural scenery can definitely enjoy visiting this region of Iraq to ski and tour.

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