Our exclusive destination in the heart of the Caucasus, Armenia, offers the perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes, authentic culture, and unforgettable snowkite adventures. From mid-January to the end of February, conditions are ideal on the vast Karmravan Plateau, an exceptional playground for snowkiting. Its wide-open snowy terrain provides the perfect setting to enjoy long, uninterrupted rides in a spectacular alpine environment. You can discover the spot in the video below. As with all our trips, the experience is carefully designed to be just as enjoyable for non-snowkiting companions.

Last February, I took a group of passionate riders to this remote region in northern Armenia. The result? They were featured on Mir24, a Russian-language television channel broadcast across many former Soviet republics. They even had the chance to meet… Armenia’s Minister of Tourism in person. When you set off expecting nothing more than carving fresh powder and end up giving a TV interview with official honours, you realise snowkiting is far more than just a sport. 🎥 Interview available here!

For riders looking for an even greater challenge, Mount Aragats offers a completely different experience. With peaks rising above 4,000 metres, it holds excellent snow well into May, long after the European snowkite season has usually come to an end. I even had the opportunity to reach one of its summits entirely by snowkite. This spectacular mountain range provides a more technical playground, suitable only when conditions and rider ability allow, showcasing the incredible diversity of Armenia’s snowkite terrain.

Beyond the riding, Armenia captivates visitors with its stunning scenery, outstanding cuisine, rich history, and warm hospitality. To make the experience even more unique, your snowkite guide is none other than the former Governor of the Gyumri region. A true walking encyclopedia, he is always delighted to share fascinating stories and insights about his country.

Two Spots, Two Seasons

Karmravan  Situated at an impressive altitude of 2000m above sea level, Karmravan spans across an expansive 8 square kilometers of flat plateau nestled among the Northern Armenian mountain ranges. During the winter season, prevailing winds typically blow from the North to the North-West. This location boasts more than 300 sunny days annually! With no man-made structures like electrical lines or buildings, and a lack of trees, Karmravan becomes an idyllic haven for beginners. The M1 Magistral road to Georgia, crossing the middle of the plateau, provides the flexibility to start on both sides regardless of wind direction. Expect a substantial snow layer, often exceeding 60-70cm, making January, February, and March the prime snowkiting season here.

Aragats This colossal volcanic mountain, located in the central part of Armenia, proudly stands as the highest point in the Republic of Armenia at 4094m (the North peak). It features an expansive crater housing Armenia’s highest lake, the Stone Lake. Within the area, you’ll find various infrastructures, including a cosmic wave research scientific center, meteorological center, and Armenia’s highest restaurant. Access to the crater is restricted from December to May, but May and June open up opportunities for kiters seeking a late-season freeride session. This region holds immense potential for pro snowkiters, as it remains windy and kiteable when many well-known European spots have already become non-rideable.