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Russia Kazbek Climbing

CLIMB TWO PEAKS: #BR#KAZBEK FROM THE NORTH + ELBRUS

19 km

Distance

13 days

Duration

3/3

Difficulty

1/4

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7 tours trips and available on request starting 19.06.2025, more 6 tours trips and available on request starting

CLIMB TWO PEAKS: #BR#KAZBEK FROM THE NORTH + ELBRUS

All inclusive Russia Climbing

days

3/3

difficulty

1/4

comfort

7 tours and on request — 19.06.2025, more 6 tours trips and available on request

€1 090117 100₽$1 137£905¥8288₹ 96,573¥177 900$1 635$1,819₣1,016$2,011kr12,547kr12,872kr8,131HK$8,839$1,541R20,827R$ 6,919$22,833₺40,008₴47,583Dh4,176₪4,1544,648 zł

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7 tours trips and available on request starting 19.06.2025, more 6 tours trips and available on request starting

7 tours and on request — 19.06.2025, more 6 tours trips and available on request

€1 090117 100₽$1 137£905¥8288₹ 96,573¥177 900$1 635$1,819₣1,016$2,011kr12,547kr12,872kr8,131HK$8,839$1,541R20,827R$ 6,919$22,833₺40,008₴47,583Dh4,176₪4,1544,648 zł

About the Program

The Kazbek and Elbrus climbs are available as separate tours, but in this case, they are combined into one. We will first complete the Kazbek (5,054 m) climb from the north, on the Russian side. This provides excellent acclimatization for the Elbrus (5,642 m) climb. A similar two-peak tour is also available with the Kazbek climb from the south, from the Georgian side.

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Start: Airport of Mineralnye Vody (MRV)

End: Airport of Mineralnye Vody (MRV)

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Kazbek from the north is tougher than the south, with 30 kg backpacks (porter available), no technical challenges.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Accommodation is in tents.

FOOD

Participants prepare meals using freeze-dried products.

Highlights

What Will You Do?

You'll trek through stunning mountain landscapes

Bathe in hot mountain springs

Learn basic mountaineering skills

Summit Kazbek (5,033 m)

And reach the top of Elbrus (5,642 m)

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Day 1

Meeting at the Office

At the scheduled time, we’ll meet at our office in Pyatigorsk. We’ll check your gear and clothing, provide rental equipment, pack your backpack, and sign the paperwork. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2

Departure to the Starting Point

At the scheduled time, all participants meet at the office with packed backpacks, ready to depart. Before leaving, your guide will give a group briefing, explain the upcoming route, and answer any questions. After the briefing, we’ll head to the starting point in the Genaldon Gorge.

Day 3

Thermal Springs

We hike to the upper thermal springs at 2,300 meters. After setting up camp, we'll enjoy a soak in the mineral baths.

Day 4

Camp at 3000 m

We hike to the camp at 3,000 meters on the Maili Glacier. We'll set up camp on the glacier moraine. Training on crampon walking techniques and self-arrest on an ice slope using an ice axe will follow.

Day 5

Camp at 3500 m

Today, we ascend the northwestern buttress of Mount Ozhd to the camp at 3,500 meters. Part of the route will involve moving along fixed ropes. We’ll do an acclimatization hike to 3,900 meters, then return to camp for the night at 3,500 meters.

Day 6

High Camp at 4200 m

We move to the summit camp at 4,200 meters on the Kazbek Plateau, where you’ll have a clear view of Mount Kazbek. Training on rope travel in a team and self-arrest with an ice axe. Preparations for the night summit attempt, followed by an early rest.

Day 7

Summit Day

We ascend to the summit of Mount Kazbek, then return to camp.

Day 8

Descent

We descend to the thermal springs at 2,300 meters. Enjoy a soak in the hot baths and relax.

Day 9

Transfer to Elbrus

We hike to the village of Karmadon, followed by a transfer to the Elbrus region. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10

Elbrus Slope

We take the cable car up the snowy slope of Elbrus and settle into the mountain hut. Rest before the climb. We go to bed around 5 PM to get enough sleep before the midnight ascent.

Day 11

Summit Day

We wake up at midnight and take one hour to prepare. The ascent to the summit of Elbrus begins. From the summit camp, we climb roped together, wearing crampons, using ice axes, helmets, and headlamps. We carry snacks, a thermos of hot tea, and water. The pace is slow to maintain steady breathing and conserve energy. The ascent typically takes 8-10 hours, with the descent taking another 3-4 hours. (If you wish to use supplemental oxygen during the climb, it is available for rent.)

Day 12

Descent to the Valley

We take the funicular down to the valley and transfer to the hotel for lunch. The afternoon program will be arranged based on the group's preferences. Options include a walk through the forest to a mineral spring or a traditional Russian sauna with brooms and an ice plunge (not included in the tour price). In the evening, there will be a celebratory dinner with medals and certificates. If necessary, this day will serve as a reserve day for the Elbrus summit attempt.

Day 13

End of the Tour

After breakfast, group transfer to Pyatigorsk with a stop at Narzan Glade to drink mineral water straight from the ground. At the scheduled time, there will be an individual transfer to Mineralnye Vody Airport. You should book your return flight for this day, but no earlier than 2:00 PM.

Day 1. Meeting at the Office

Day 2. Departure to the Starting Point

Day 3. Thermal Springs

We hike to the upper thermal springs at 2,300 meters. After setting up camp, we'll enjoy a soak in the mineral baths.

Day 4. Camp at 3000 m

Day 5. Camp at 3500 m

Day 6. High Camp at 4200 m

Day 7. Summit Day

We ascend to the summit of Mount Kazbek, then return to camp.

Day 8. Descent

We descend to the thermal springs at 2,300 meters. Enjoy a soak in the hot baths and relax.

Day 9. Transfer to Elbrus

We hike to the village of Karmadon, followed by a transfer to the Elbrus region. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 10. Elbrus Slope

We take the cable car up the snowy slope of Elbrus and settle into the mountain hut. Rest before the climb. We go to bed around 5 PM to get enough sleep before the midnight ascent.

Day 11. Summit Day

Day 12. Descent to the Valley

Day 13. End of the Tour

Cost

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€1 090117 100₽$1 137£905¥8288₹ 96,573¥177 900$1 635$1,819₣1,016$2,011kr12,547kr12,872kr8,131HK$8,839$1,541R20,827R$ 6,919$22,833₺40,008₴47,583Dh4,176₪4,1544,648 zł

Price per person

Booking deposit €45048 400₽$470£374¥3422₹ 39,870¥73 500$675$751₣420$830kr5,180kr5,314kr3,357HK$3,650$637R8,599R$ 2,857$9,427₺16,518₴19,645Dh1,724₪1,7151,919 zł

Cancellation Policy

Private Tour

For a single participant or for a private
group on any agreed dates

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€4 200451 100₽$4 381£3,486¥31933₹ 372,113¥685 300$6 297$7,008₣3,914$7,747kr48,346kr49,596kr31,329HK$34,058$5,937R80,250R$ 26,660$87,980₺154,159₴183,347Dh16,090₪16,00617,907 zł

Price for the first (or only) participant+€65069 900₽$678£540¥4942₹ 57,589¥106 100$975$1,085₣606$1,199kr7,483kr7,676kr4,849HK$5,271$919R12,420R$ 4,126$13,616₺23,858₴28,376Dh2,490₪2,4772,772 zł

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INCLUDED IN THE COST:

Assistance from a travel manager at all stages, including flight and visa support
Tourist invitation for visa application (if needed) and border zone permit arrangement
Services of professional mountaineering guides – no more than 4 participants per guide
National Park entry fee included
Private airport pickup at Mineralnye Vody (MRV) and drop-off at the end of the program
All transfers as per the program
Cable car ascent and descent on Elbrus
5 nights accommodation: 3-4 nights in a hostel (6-person dorm) and 1-2 nights in a mountain hut
Accommodation on the Kazbek route: expedition tents (3-person)
Meals on the route: freeze-dried food for self-preparation
Group equipment (ropes, gas, cooking gear, etc.)
All safety measures: satellite phone, GPS, first aid kit, registration with emergency services
Mountaineering oxygen equipment for altitude sickness assistance (on Elbrus)
Two certificates for summiting Kazbek and Elbrus

NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST:

Flight to Mineralnye Vody
Personal gear and clothing (available for rent)
Mountaineering insurance for all tour days (required)
Meals in restaurants and hotels

INCLUDED IN THE COST

Assistance from a travel manager at all stages, including flight and visa support
Tourist invitation for visa application (if needed) and border zone permit arrangement
Services of professional mountaineering guides – no more than 4 participants per guide
National Park entry fee included
Private airport pickup at Mineralnye Vody (MRV) and drop-off at the end of the program
All transfers as per the program
Cable car ascent and descent on Elbrus
5 nights accommodation: 3-4 nights in a hostel (6-person dorm) and 1-2 nights in a mountain hut
Accommodation on the Kazbek route: expedition tents (3-person)
Meals on the route: freeze-dried food for self-preparation
Group equipment (ropes, gas, cooking gear, etc.)
All safety measures: satellite phone, GPS, first aid kit, registration with emergency services
Mountaineering oxygen equipment for altitude sickness assistance (on Elbrus)
Two certificates for summiting Kazbek and Elbrus

NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST

Flight to Mineralnye Vody
Personal gear and clothing (available for rent)
Mountaineering insurance for all tour days (required)
Meals in restaurants and hotels

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19.06.2025 -
01.07.2025