Frequently Asked Questions
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General
How much does ski rental cost?
A ski set (skis, bindings and boots) starts at 750 TL a day and a snowboard set at 800 TL. A helmet is 150 TL, outerwear 400 TL, goggles and gloves 180 TL. From three days the daily cost drops noticeably, and a weekly package saves up to 35%.
Where do I collect the equipment?
At all four resorts we deliver free to your hotel. If you are not staying on the mountain, you can collect from our meeting point at the lift base. To return, simply leave the gear at your hotel reception.
Do I need to pay a deposit to book?
No. Once we receive your request we reserve the equipment in your name; payment is made at handover by cash, card or bank transfer.
Which sizes do you stock?
Skis from 100 to 185 cm, snowboards from 128 to 165 cm and boots from EU 26 to 47. Children's equipment is available from age four.
What happens if the equipment is damaged?
We do not charge for scratches and wear from normal use. For serious damage — a broken ski, a cracked helmet — repair or replacement is charged according to the schedule in the rental agreement.
How far in advance should I book?
A day ahead is usually enough. Over New Year, the school mid-term break and long weekends demand is very high, so book at least a week in advance.
Prices and payment
Do prices include VAT?
Yes — every price listed includes VAT, with no additional charges.
Is the lift pass included?
No. Lift passes are sold by the resort operator and are not part of the rental price. You can buy one at the resort ticket office or through your hotel.
Is there a group discount?
Yes, for five people or more. Just state the number of people on the request form.
Do you take a security deposit?
Not on standard rentals. An ID document and a signed rental agreement are all that is needed.
Ski Rental
How much is ski rental?
A complete ski set is 750 TL per day: 1,350 TL for two days, 1,850 TL for three, 2,750 TL for five and 3,400 TL for a week. Prices include VAT and no deposit is required.
Is a helmet included with ski rental?
For adult sets a helmet is 150 TL per day. With children's ski sets the helmet is included free.
How early should I reserve ski equipment?
A day ahead is normally enough. For New Year, the mid-term break and long weekends, book at least a week in advance — boots in EU 42 and above and longer skis sell out first on those dates.
Do I need a licence or documents to rent?
An ID document is all that is needed. Under-18s require a parent's consent, and a helmet is mandatory for them.
Can I change the skis if they do not suit me?
Yes. If the equipment does not suit you on the first day we swap it free of charge, re-checking length and flex and bringing a model that works for you.
Snowboard Rental
How much does snowboard rental cost?
A snowboard set (board, bindings and boots) is 800 TL per day: 1,450 TL for two days, 1,950 TL for three and 3,600 TL for a week. Wrist guards and a helmet can be added as a package.
I do not know if I am regular or goofy — is that a problem?
Not at all. We work it out with a simple balance test at handover and set the bindings accordingly. Changing them later takes a couple of minutes.
Is my snowboard boot size the same as my shoe size?
Usually the same or half a size down. What matters is that your heel does not lift inside the boot — we check that together at handover.
Do you rent snowboards for children?
Yes — children's boards from 128 cm with matching boots. Helmets are free with children's sets.
Equipment and sizing
How much is a ski set rental?
From 750 TL per day. A two-day package is 1,350 TL, three days 1,850 TL and a week 3,400 TL — which brings the daily cost down to 485 TL.
Are boots included in the ski set?
Yes — skis, bindings and boots are all included. If you have your own boots and want skis only, the rate is 550 TL per day.
How far ahead should I book?
A day ahead is usually enough. For New Year, the school mid-term break and long weekends, book at least a week in advance.
How much does snowboard rental cost?
A snowboard set is 800 TL per day, 1,450 TL for two days, 1,950 TL for three and 3,600 TL for a week. Helmet and goggles can be added as a package.
I am a total beginner — which board suits me?
We recommend a soft-flex twin-tip freestyle board, sized a centimetre or two short. That combination makes turning easier and cuts first-day fatigue.
Do you supply protection?
A helmet can be added as standard. We also rent wrist guards, impact shorts and knee pads — wrist guards in particular are strongly recommended for new snowboarders.
Should I wear thick socks in ski boots?
No. A single thin, seamless ski sock is best. Thick or doubled socks restrict circulation and actually make your feet colder.
Can I swap boots if they hurt?
Yes, at no charge. We ask you to try the boots on and walk in them for a few minutes at handover, and swap the size on the spot if anything feels wrong.
Are snowboard boots the same as ski boots?
No. Snowboard boots are soft, with a flexible sole designed to fit snowboard bindings. A ski boot will not fit a snowboard binding, and vice versa.
Is renting a helmet compulsory?
It is not a legal requirement in Turkey, but we do not hand over equipment to under-18s without one — and we strongly recommend it for adults too.
Is renting outerwear hygienic?
Yes. Every set is professionally laundered, dried and re-proofed after each rental, and handed to you in a sealed bag.
From what age can a child ski?
Most children can start learning at four. Three is possible, but lessons at that age need to be kept very short.
Does the kids' set include a helmet?
Yes — a child's helmet is included at no extra cost.
Can I use sunglasses instead of goggles?
They can just about do on a short, windless day, but they do not block side light or wind and can shatter in a fall. Goggles are clearly safer.
Do the goggles fit over prescription glasses?
Yes, we stock OTG (over-the-glasses) models — just note it on the request form.
Ski resorts
How much does ski hire cost at Erciyes?
A ski set (skis, bindings and boots) starts at 750 TL per day; a snowboard set is 800 TL, a helmet 150 TL and outerwear 400 TL. The daily rate drops noticeably from three days, and weekly packages save up to 35%.
Is Erciyes suitable for beginners?
Yes. The wide blue runs and learning areas in the Hisarcık sector are among the most forgiving slopes in Turkey for a first-timer, and the resort has a number of certified ski schools and private instructors.
When does the Erciyes season open?
The season usually opens in the first two weeks of December and continues to the end of April. Because of the snowmaking system, the opening date depends very little on natural snowfall.
Do you deliver equipment to my hotel?
Yes. We deliver free of charge to every hotel in the Erciyes area and to the meeting point at the lift base. Just fill in the request form or message us on WhatsApp.
How long is the drive from Istanbul to Kartalkaya?
In normal conditions the whole journey takes about 3.5 hours: 2.5 hours on the motorway to Bolu, then roughly an hour on the mountain road. In snowfall it can stretch to five hours.
Can I rent a snowboard at Kartalkaya?
Yes. We deliver snowboards, boots, helmets and protection to every hotel at Kartalkaya. Freestyle and all-mountain boards are available from 145 cm to 165 cm.
Is there night skiing at Kartalkaya?
Yes — the floodlit run in the Dorukkaya sector opens on selected evenings through the season. Confirm the hours with your hotel or the resort office.
Is Kartalkaya good for beginners?
Very. Soft snow, wide learning areas and hotels right at the base make it one of the easiest places in Turkey to learn.
What does ski rental cost at Uludağ?
A ski set starts at 750 TL per day and a snowboard set at 800 TL. Our weekend (2-day) package is 1,350 TL and the three-day package 1,850 TL. Helmets, goggles and outerwear can be added separately or as part of a package.
How do I get to Uludağ from Istanbul?
Drive via the Osmangazi Bridge to Bursa in about 2.5 hours, then take the cable car or the mountain road for another 45–60 minutes. The Yenikapı–Mudanya ferry is an alternative.
Can I carry equipment on the Uludağ cable car?
Yes, skis and snowboards can be carried in the cabins. It is far easier to collect your gear at the top, though — we deliver to your hotel in the hotel zone.
When does the Uludağ season end?
Usually in the last week of March, though a strong snow year can extend it into early April.
When does the Palandöken season open?
Usually in the last week of November, running to late April or early May — the longest ski season in Turkey.
Is Palandöken too hard for beginners?
Although 40% of the runs are advanced, the learning area and blue pistes in front of the hotels are perfectly adequate for a first-timer. That said, Kartalkaya or Erciyes make for a gentler start.
Can I rent a snowboard at Palandöken?
Yes. All-mountain and freeride boards — including wider shapes suited to dry powder — are available from November to May, with free delivery to your hotel.
How do I get from Erzurum Airport to Palandöken?
The airport is only 15 km away — under 20 minutes by taxi. Most hotels provide a free transfer.
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