ELBRUS SOUTH CLIMB #BR#WITH CAMPING ACCOMMODATION
34
km
Distance
9
days
Duration
5 tours trips and available on request starting
23.06.2025, more 4 tours trips and available on request starting
ELBRUS SOUTH CLIMB #BR#WITH CAMPING ACCOMMODATION
9
days
34
km
1/3
difficulty
1/4
comfort
5 tours and on request —
23.06.2025, more 4 tours trips and available on request
5 tours and on request —
23.06.2025, more 4 tours trips and available on request
5 tours and on request —
23.06.2025, more 4 tours trips and available on request
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About the Program
This is the most budget-friendly and and easiest option for climbing Elbrus. The program involves no trekking with heavy backpacks and uses a funicular. It's similar to our Comfortable Climb Mt Elbrus tour, but in this case, we stay in tents rather than hotels and huts. Participants prepare their own meals. This tour is only available during the warm summer months. If you are interested in climbing during other times of the year, consider our Off-Season Option or Winter Climb Mt Elbrus.
Start:
Airport of Mineralnye Vody (MRV), Tbilisi (TBS) or Kutaisi (KUT)
End:
Airport of Mineralnye Vody (MRV), Tbilisi (TBS) or Kutaisi (KUT)
Язык: русский, ангийский
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
This is the easiest option for climbing Elbrus. No backpacking involved and no technical skills required.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodation is in expedition tents throughout the tour. View Photo
FOOD
On the route, participants will prepare meals using freeze-dried food.
Description by Day
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Day 1
Arrival
We'll meet you at Mineralnye Vody Airport (no later than 12:00) or at Tbilisi Airport (in this case, you should arrive the day before). Transfer to our office for equipment distribution and meeting the guide. Group briefing about the route and Q&A session. Transfer to the Elbrus Region. Accommodation in a camping site, in tents.
Day 2
Mount Cheget
Hiking light with small daypacks to Mount Cheget. The guide will teach you how to walk and breathe properly at high altitude to minimize fatigue. The ascent takes about 4 hours. From the top, enjoy a stunning panoramic view of Elbrus and the Baksan Gorge. We descend by cable car to save energy and protect our legs.
Day 3
Waterfall Devichi Kosy.
Another acclimatization day. We’ll take small daypacks with a thermos and snacks. We’ll hike up to the Devichi Kosy Waterfall, where we’ll have lunch and take a dip. Afterward, we’ll continue up to the Observatory. We’ll return to the campsite by evening.
Day 4
Mountain Hut.
Transfer to the cable car and ascent to the snowy slopes of Elbrus. Set up the tents. Short hike up the snowy slope. The instructor will conduct training in two basic mountaineering skills: rope techniques and walking in crampons on snowy and icy terrain.
Day 5
Height 5000 m.
We set out early in the morning. We go light, bringing only a snack, a thermos with hot tea, and water. You will need to gain around 1200 meters to reach an altitude of 5000 meters. On this day, you will experience a lack of oxygen and it will be tough, but this will help you acclimatize, making the actual ascent easier.
Day 6
Rest Day Before the Summit.
A rest day before the climb. We will practice self-arrest techniques on the ice slope using an ice axe and review other previously learned skills. We’ll take a short walk to keep our muscles and respiratory system in good shape. We’ll prepare our backpacks for the ascent. Early bedtime (5:00 PM) to ensure a good rest before the climb. If the weather forecast for the following days is poor, we may skip the rest day and proceed with the ascent.
Day 7
Summit Day
We start at midnight with 1 hour for preparations. We head towards the summit of Elbrus. From the assault camp, we will move in ropes, wearing crampons, with ice axes, helmets, and headlamps. Bring snacks, a thermos with hot tea, and water. We will proceed very slowly to avoid breathlessness and conserve energy. The ascent typically takes 8-10 hours, and the descent another 3-4 hours. (If you wish to use supplemental oxygen during the climb, it can be rented from us.)
Day 8
Descent to the Valley
We descend to the valley via the cable car. Transfer to Essentuki. Our tour concludes here. If needed, this day will be used as a reserve day for the summit climb.
Day 9
Last Day of the Tour
On this day, the group will return to Essentuki if the previous day was used for the summit climb. You should book your return flight for any time after 14:00. If needed, you can take a shower at our office.
INCLUDED IN THE COST:
- Assistance from a tour manager at every stage
- Tourist invitation for visa (if needed) and help with flight arrangements
- Individual transfer to and from Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV) at any time
- Professional mountaineering guides - no more than 6 participants per guide
- All transfers according to the itinerary
- Camping fees and accommodation in tents throughout the tour (3-4 people per tent)
- Food package for meal preparation
- National park entry fees
- All lifts and descents on the cable cars at Elbrus and Cheget
- Group equipment (ropes, gas, kitchen gear, etc.)
- Safety equipment: satellite phone, GPS, first aid kit, registration with the emergency services
- Oxygen equipment for altitude sickness (enough for 10 hours of use)
- Certificate of successful climbing Elbrus
NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST:
- Flights to Mineralnye Vody (MRV), Tbilisi (TBS), or Kutaisi (KUT)
- Personal gear and clothing – all available for rent at our office
- Accommodation/meals before and after the tour, staying in a hotel, restaurant meals
- Transfers to/from Tbilisi or Kutaisi (if arriving in Georgia)
- Mountaineering insurance for all days of the tour (mandatory)
Tour Date
Guide
Spots Left
Cost
23.06.2025 -01.07.2025
Nikolai Sviridov
Candidate Master of Sports, mountaineering instructor, Belarus Champion.
12 spots
Information
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FLIGHT TICKETS
You need to arrive at airport of Mineralnye Vody (MRV) or Tbilisi (TBS) or Kutaisi (KUT). Transfer from Tbilisi (Georgia) or Kutaisi (KUT) takes over 8 hours and is an additional charge. Mineralnye Vody is the nearest airport to Elbrus. Direct flights to Mineralnye Vody are available from Tbilisi, Istanbul, Aktau, Almaty, Antalya, Baku, Dubai, Yerevan, Tel Aviv, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Moscow, and many Russian cities. Our manager will help you find the best flight option.
RULES OF ENTERING THE COUNTRY
Russia welcomes citizens from 64 countries without a visa, while citizens of 55 countries can access an electronic visa without visiting the consulate. For others, obtaining a visa at the Russian Consulate in your country is necessary, taking up to 3 weeks; applications can be made 3 months prior to entry. A tourist invitation from us is required.
INSURANCE
You need to secure mountaineering insurance valid in Russia, which can be arranged through us. The coverage amount is 50,000 USD. This insurance covers potential costs for emergency medical assistance, including hospital stays, search and rescue operations in the mountains (including helicopter services), medical transportation, and repatriation to your permanent residence.
REQUIRED CLOTHING
Available for rent:
Mountaineering boots
Gaiters
Overboots
Down jacket rated for -15°C alpine conditions
Down mittens
Hardshell jacket
Softshell pants
Not available for rent (but available for purchase):
Polartec 200 jacket
Polartec thin gloves
Thin underwear (top and bottom)
Thick underwear (top and bottom)
Fleece hat
Hiking socks
Wool socks
Balaclava
Lightweight boots
Light pants
Cap
Mountaineering boots
Gaiters
Overboots
Down jacket rated for -15°C alpine conditions
Down mittens
Hardshell jacket
Softshell pants
Not available for rent (but available for purchase):
Polartec 200 jacket
Polartec thin gloves
Thin underwear (top and bottom)
Thick underwear (top and bottom)
Fleece hat
Hiking socks
Wool socks
Balaclava
Lightweight boots
Light pants
Cap
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Available for Rent:
- Crampons
- Ice axe
- 100L backpack or duffel
- Climbing helmet
- Harness
- Headlamp + 6 batteries
- Sleeping bag (comfort temperature -10°C)
- Trekking poles
- Mountaineering sunglasses
- Ski goggles
- Gaiters
- Overboots
- Thermos (at least 1 liter)
Not Available for Rent:
- Personal hygiene items
- Personal utensils: mug, spoon, bowl
- Sunscreen (SPF 50)
- Waterproof document holder
- Personal first aid kit
- Swimsuit
- Crampons
- Ice axe
- 100L backpack or duffel
- Climbing helmet
- Harness
- Headlamp + 6 batteries
- Sleeping bag (comfort temperature -10°C)
- Trekking poles
- Mountaineering sunglasses
- Ski goggles
- Gaiters
- Overboots
- Thermos (at least 1 liter)
Not Available for Rent:
- Personal hygiene items
- Personal utensils: mug, spoon, bowl
- Sunscreen (SPF 50)
- Waterproof document holder
- Personal first aid kit
- Swimsuit
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Equipment and Clothing Rental
Full equipment and clothing rental - everything is included except for very personal items that aren't available for rent (see lists).
Oxygen Equipment
Rental of an oxygen equipment set for use during the summit ascent (optional)
Transfer from Tbilisi
Private transfer from Tbilisi Airport (Georgia) to Pyatigorsk (Russia) and return at your specified time (price stated is for the entire car, accommodating up to 3 people)
Mountaineering Insurance
Mountaineering insurance with coverage of $50,000 USD, including helicopter evacuation, for the entire duration of the tour.
Snowcat
Ascent and descent by snowcat on the day of the climb
How Do I Take Part?
You can reserve this tour on your own right now. It takes just 5 minutes. If you have questions, contact us in any way convenient for you.
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