Wide snow-covered ridges and forested valleys of the Šar Mountains

Our flagship · North Macedonia

Snowcat skiing in North Macedonia

Our snowcat. Our operation.

From
CHF 2,250 / person
Duration
7 nights · 6 ski days
Group size
≤ 12

7 nights. 6 ski days.

Our reference week — not a rule. Shorter or longer stays and custom dates are possible, depending on availability.

A guest waving from the door of the passenger cabin on the Organix snowcat

Our snowcat

Straight from the hotel door.

Our PistenBully PB300W belongs to OrganixEvents Sàrl. Its passenger cabin takes your group from the hotel to the first run — no lifts, no queues, no other groups.

Machine
PistenBully PB300W
Owner
OrganixEvents Sàrl
Use
Private for your group
The snowcat climbing through fresh powder below rocky summits

Level

Good skier? You're ready.

You ski confidently and autonomously on red and black runs. No off-piste experience needed — we adapt terrain, routes and pace to your group.

A rider celebrating on a sunny ridge with arms raised

The terrain

Wild mountains, still off the map.

The Šar Mountains rise above Popova Shapka in the west of North Macedonia: open faces, long ridges, trees and couloirs, far from mass tourism.

Massif
Šar Mountains
Base
Popova Shapka
Season, depending on snow
Late Dec → Early Apr
A rider standing above a snow cornice looking over endless white ridges
A cheerful group of riders inside the snowcat passenger cabin
A small group skinning across a snow plateau toward a sea of clouds in North Macedonia
Guests throwing fresh snow and laughing next to the snowcat
A snowboarder spraying powder between fir trees

A day on the mountain

What a day can look like.

An example, not a timetable — every day follows the weather, the snow and the group.

A group of skiers and snowboarders gathered on a summit plateau under dramatic clouds
  1. Morning

    Breakfast & briefing

    Conditions briefing and avalanche equipment check.

  2. Morning

    Snowcat up

    The snowcat leaves right from the hotel and takes you to the first line.

  3. Midday

    Lunch on the mountain

    Picnic outside, or a hut when the weather turns.

  4. Afternoon

    More laps

    Snowcat, skins or both — depending on the plan.

  5. Evening

    Back at the hotel

    Sauna, jacuzzi, dinner and tomorrow's plan.

The small family hotel with its wood-fired sauna in the snow

Hotel & food

Simple, warm, local.

A small family hotel with sauna and jacuzzi. Double rooms; single room with a supplement. Full board: breakfast, picnic or lunch, dinner and water — alcohol and soft drinks are extra.

A skier carrying skis along a snowy forest track

Equipment

Travel light. We have the gear.

Available to rent on site:

  • Freeride skis
  • Poles
  • Airbag
  • Avalanche transceiver
  • Shovel
  • Probe
  • Ski touring equipment

Rental is charged separately. Boots and helmets are not available for rent — bring your own.

A line of ski tourers climbing a wide snowy slope under a blue sky

Beyond the snowcat

The snowcat is just the beginning.

Depending on conditions and the group, the week can also include:

  • Free-rando
  • Ski touring
  • Cultural experiences
  • Custom programmes

Option: a one- or two-day heliski extension in Albania, subject to conditions, availability and separate pricing. Never included or guaranteed.

Price & inclusions

Reference week · 7 nights · 6 ski days

From CHF 2,250 / person
  • 7 nights in a small family hotel
  • 6 ski days with the private snowcat
  • Two guides: a local UIMLA guide and a guide from the Organix team
  • Full board: breakfast, picnic or lunch, dinner, water
  • Transfers from Skopje
  • The last night can be spent in Skopje, with the final group dinner — still within the 7 nights

Price per person, based on a group of 8.

Not included: flights · equipment rental · alcohol and soft drinks · single room supplement · travel insurance · heliski option

Need something different?

  • Shorter or longer stays
  • Other group sizes
  • Other airports, on conditions
  • Single room, with a supplement

Invoiced directly by OrganixEvents, in CHF or EUR.

Let's make it happen

Season Late December → Early April, depending on snow conditions

Groups

Small groups, the right mix.

Your group

Priced for 8, ideal around 10, 12 at the most. Friends, clubs, teams.

On your own, or two or three

You can join a compatible group, depending on dates, availability and levels.

Skiers and snowboarders

Both welcome. Not sure about your level? Tell us and we'll advise you honestly.

Team & local roots

Local knowledge matters.

OrganixEvents runs and sells the experience and owns the snowcat. Wild Tracks is our local base, built with partners on the ground who bring the hotel, the logistics and the local relationships.

  • OrganixEvents

    Your organiser and single point of contact, from the first message to the last day.

About
Three skiers on a ridge looking toward steep rocky peaks

FAQ

Good questions.

What level do I need?

You should ski confidently and autonomously on red and black runs. No previous off-piste experience is required: we adapt the terrain to the group.

Do I have to come for a full week?

No. 7 nights and 6 ski days is our reference format. Shorter or longer stays and custom dates are possible, depending on availability.

What does the CHF 2,250 price include?

Per person, for a group of 8: 7 nights, 6 ski days with the private snowcat, two guides, full board and transfers from Skopje.

Who guides us?

For a standard group, two guides: a local UIMLA guide and a guide from the Organix team.

I'm on my own, or we're two or three. Can we join?

Yes, you can join a compatible group, depending on dates, availability and levels.

Do I need my own freeride equipment?

No. Freeride skis, poles, airbags, transceivers, shovels, probes and touring gear can be rented on site. Boots and helmets are not available for rent.

Which airport do I fly to?

Transfers are organised from Skopje. Other airports are possible on conditions.

How do I book?

Send us an enquiry and we'll talk it through personally. We then send you the registration form. Once your place is confirmed, OrganixEvents invoices you directly, in CHF or EUR.

The snowcat with its passenger cabin on a high plateau

Your week. Your way.

Tell us your dates, your group and your level. We'll take care of the rest.