The Shar Mountain Shift is a Snowbusters cat-skiing and freeride touring week in the Shar Mountains of North Macedonia, based near Popova Šapka. Two full cat-ski days on the open high plateau deliver up to 3,000 m or more of vertical a day. Four cat-assisted touring days take you through pine forest, into natural couloirs and, conditions permitting, to the summit of Titov Vrv (2,747 m).

Every day is led by two guides, a Snowbusters guide (Jany Novotny or Adam Pernikar) and a local guide, with personalised coaching and video analysis. The full avalanche kit is provided: airbag backpack, transceiver, shovel and probe. DOWN Skis demos are available.

You stay in a 4★ hotel with spa, sauna and gym, on full board with hearty Balkan cooking. Shared transfers from Skopje airport are included.

What's included

2 full cat-ski days and 4 cat-assisted touring days; Two guides (Snowbusters guide plus local guide); Avalanche kit: airbag backpack, transceiver, shovel and probe; Personalised coaching and video analysis; 4★ hotel accommodation with full board; Shared transfers from Skopje airport; DOWN Skis demo

What's not included

Flights to and from Skopje; Personal ski or snowboard equipment and rentals; Travel and medical insurance (mountain rescue cover recommended); Alcoholic drinks; Personal expenses and gratuities