Kosovo

Kosovo - Catskiing in the Balkan wilderness

Imagine skiing in Europe’s last true wilderness. Here in the heart of the Balkans awaits a cat skiing adventure that combines desolate mountains, deep powder and the feeling of being far away from it all. Kosovo is raw, authentic and still completely unknown to most skiers, making it the perfect destination for those looking for something out of the ordinary.

In a remote mountain valley, where the journey begins on regular roads to Junik, then continues with a 4×4 vehicle, and finally up the mountain via a snowcat, we find an isolated lodge. This is where the adventure begins: every day, we take the Cat up into the mountains, where miles of runs through forests, alpine bowls, and open mountain slopes await. It’s a trip where nature and skiing take center stage—and where the feeling of being “alone in the mountains” is complete.

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Danish Eastern Snow guides are on board for the entire trip, along with experienced local mountain guides to give you peace of mind and the best skiing the area has to offer.

Why Kosovo?

  • Skiing in one of Europe’s most unknown ski destinations

  • Danish guide throughout the tour + local experts

  • An exclusive experience with limited seats

  • True wilderness and untouched terrain – no mass tourism

  • An experience that combines skiing, culture and adventure

Accommodation

We stay at a remote lodge in the middle of the mountains. It’s simple but cozy, with full catering, heating, sauna and space to relax after a long day of skiing. It’s not luxury in the classic sense – but you get peace, authentic atmosphere and closeness to nature that you rarely find in Europe.
As an extra, safety equipment is included in the price of this tour.

Kosovo Catskiing
    • Untouched Balkan wilderness – skiing in mountains few others have visited

    • Catskiing in isolated terrain – no lifts, no queues

    • Danish Eastern Snow guide + local experts

    • Slow days in the mountains – skiing, sauna and fun at the lodge

    • Runs of up to 1,000 vertical meters

    • Exclusive tour – only one open week and limited seats

    • Included – Free loan of safety equipment

The tour is for experienced skiers and snowboarders who are used to off-piste and deep snow. You don’t need to have touring experience, but you should be able to handle varied terrain and be in good physical shape.

The Catskies give us access to plenty of terrain with no ascents, but some short hikes may occur. The focus is on getting as much skiing as possible – and enjoying the mountains in their raw and untouched form.

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ABOUT THE TRIP

Transportation

The most direct route to Catskiing in Kosovo is via Pristina airport, which is in Kosovo.
Otherwise, it’s also possible to fly to North Macedonia or Albania and find a transfer from there.

Unfold “Routes to Accursed Mountains” in the box to the right for full directions.

Flights from Europe to Kosovo

Flights from Copenhagen to Pristina (PRN)
From Pristina Airport, it’s approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes’ drive to Junik.

You can also fly to Skopje Airport, which is about a 3-hour transfer to Junik.
In addition, it is also possible to fly to Tirana Airport with a transfer of approximately 4 hours.

Unfold for directions.

Safety & Guides

Safety is always in focus on our tours. Our local mountain guides are certified and have extensive experience in the area. They know the snow conditions and choose the best and safest routes every day. All participants must bring avalanche safety equipment, including beeper, shovel and probe.

Passport and visa

It is very important that the information in your passport matches what is on your ticket. No visa is required to enter the country.

Extra info

If you're from Europe and the Nordics, they use the same 220v plugs in Kazakhstan, so there's no need for an adapter.

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Prices and weeeks

From 3.000 EUR

Per. PERSON

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2026/2027

16. Fan. – 23. Jan. 2027

Included:

For further info contact Morten Due:
Mail: morten@easternsnow.com
Mobile: 0045 27224002

Prices:

3,000 EUR per person incl. catskiing.

Safety handlebars are included in the price and do not need to be purchased.

Flights are not included in the above price. 

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Expectations of the trip

When booking the trip, one of our travel team members will contact you. Here we will match your expectations for the trip, to secure that you have all the information about the planned trip.

Payment of the trip

After payment for the trip has been received, we will send you an order confirmation, a packing list, and a program for the tour

INFORMATION

We will keep you updated about the trip.

GETTING THERE

TRANSFER

Safety brief

When we have reached our destination, you’ll receive a security briefing. We want to make sure that you have the best prerequisites to not get hurt when riding off-piste.

Daily experiences

Apart from skiing and snowboarding, we also arrange social events like going to the sauna, dinners and beers in the evening. These events are however decided by what kind of weather we’re exposed to.

Return

We will assist you all the way. Our travel guide will bring you to one of the Airports and make sure you get safely back on your flight home.

We wish you a fantastic trip!

Contact us if you have additional questions!

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Kosovo tour flow

Expectations of the trip

When booking the trip, one of our travel team members will contact you. Here we will match your expectations for the trip, to secure that you have all the information about the planned trip.

Payment of the trip

After payment for the trip has been received, we will send you an order confirmation, a packing list, and a program for the tour

INFORMATION

We will keep you updated about the trip.

GETTING THERE

TRANSFER

Safety brief

When we have reached our destination, you’ll receive a security briefing. We want to make sure that you have the best prerequisites to not get hurt when riding off-piste.

Daily experiences

Apart from skiing and snowboarding, we also arrange social events like going to the sauna, dinners and beers in the evening. These events are however decided by what kind of weather we’re exposed to.

Return

We will assist you all the way. Our travel guide will bring you to one of the Airports and make sure you get safely back on your flight home.

We wish you a fantastic trip!

Contact us if you have additional questions!

Get new powder

SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER

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