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Russia Elbrus Climbing

CLIMBING ELBRUS FROM THE NORTH #BR#VIA THE PIONEERS' ROUTE

14 km

Distance

12 days

Duration

2/3

Difficulty

1/4

Comfort

7 tours trips and available on request starting 03.08.2024, more 6 tours trips and available on request starting

CLIMBING ELBRUS FROM THE NORTH #BR#VIA THE PIONEERS' ROUTE

All inclusive Russia Climbing

days

2/3

difficulty

1/4

comfort

7 tours and on request — 03.08.2024, more 6 tours trips and available on request

€85079 500 ₽$923£718¥141 900$1 277$1,410₣816$1,568kr9,973kr10,163kr6,344HK$7,203$1,239R16,878¥6690R$ 5,220₹ 77,251$17,036₺30,394₴37,890Dh3,390₪3,3773,634 zł

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7 tours trips and available on request starting 03.08.2024, more 6 tours trips and available on request starting

7 tours and on request — 03.08.2024, more 6 tours trips and available on request

€85079 500 ₽$923£718¥141 900$1 277$1,410₣816$1,568kr9,973kr10,163kr6,344HK$7,203$1,239R16,878¥6690R$ 5,220₹ 77,251$17,036₺30,394₴37,890Dh3,390₪3,3773,634 zł

About the Program

This is the route of the pioneers who made the first ascent of Elbrus in 1829. Under the guidance of highly skilled guides, you will traverse through wild, untouched nature and visit astonishing natural landmarks of Northern Elbrus region. As part of acclimatization, you'll trek to the high-mountain lake Birdzhaly. This program is more challenging than the Comfortable Elbrus Tour from the South and The One-Day Elbrus Climb with oxygen, yet easier than The Route to Elbrus from the East.

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Start: Airport of Mineralnye Vody (MRV), Tbilisi (TBS) or Kutaisi (KUT)

End: Airport of Mineralnye Vody (MRV), Tbilisi (TBS) or Kutaisi (KUT)

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Backpack crossings with 30 kg load. Porter service available. No technical skills required. Oxygen rental possible.

ACCOMMODATIONS

3-star hotel (2 nights), expedition tents on the route. View Photo

FOOD

2 dinners and 2 breakfasts at the hotel are included in the price. On the trail, participants cook their meals from freeze-dried products (included).

Highlights

What Will You Do?

You'll visit the natural attractions of Northern Elbrus region: waterfalls, Stone Mushrooms, a natural stone bridge

You'll ascend to Lake Birdzhaly amidst a volcanic "moon landscape."

You'll bathe in a natural mineral spring pool.

You'll learn basic mountaineering skills.

You'll climb Mt Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe.

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Day 1

Meeting

We meet you at any time at Mineralnye Vody Airport or at Tbilisi or Kutaisi Airport (if arriving in Georgia, you should arrive one day earlier). Transfer to our office. Equipment distribution. Accommodation in a 3* hotel, 2 people per room. Dinner at the hotel.

Day 2

Transfer to Elbrus

After breakfast at the hotel, we gather in the office. Meet the guide. You can find the guide's name and qualifications in the departure list on this page. Group briefing - the instructor will talk about the upcoming route and answer questions. Afterward, we head to the starting point of the route - the base of Elbrus from its northern side. The transfer will take approximately 3 hours. A short hike to Emmanuel Glade - the Base Camp for those ascending Elbrus from the north. Setting up tents.

Day 3

Dzhily Su Area

Today, we'll take it easy to allow you to acclimatize to the altitude. Throughout the day, we'll explore the most interesting landmarks of the Dzhily Su area without heavy backpacks. We'll visit the Sultan waterfall, the Valley of Stone Castles, bathe in the narzan springs, cross a natural stone bridge in the canyon, and see the stone of Emmanuel, where the inscription made by the pioneers of Elbrus, led by General Emmanuel in 1829, is still preserved.

Day 4

Lake Birdzhaly

We'll have a day without backpacks. Practice mountain walking and breathing techniques. We'll trek amidst the "lunar" volcanic landscape to Lake Birdzhaly, offering a splendid view of the eastern slope of Elbrus and the Achkeryakolsky lava flow. However, in case of adverse weather or other circumstances, we may divert to Mikelchiran Glacier on this day. This route takes us away from the main path, avoiding repetition. The elevation gain is 900 meters.

Day 5

Stone Mushrooms

From this day on, you'll have 2 days of trekking to the Upper Camp with full backpacks. Before departure, the instructor will brief you on walking and breathing techniques for better endurance. From Emmanuel Glade, we'll follow the river towards the so-called "German aerodrome" and then ascend steeply. Our final destination is the fascinating Stone Mushrooms, where we'll set up camp.

Day 6

Upper Camp

We will hike to the first glaciers on the northern slope of Elbrus, reaching the camp at 3800 meters. Tents will be set up on rocks. In the second half of the day, the instructor will conduct a practical session to practice three essential mountaineering skills needed for the ascent: walking roped up, walking in crampons on snow and ice, and self-arrest technique using an ice axe on icy slopes.

Day 7

Acclimatization

Acclimatization ascent to Lenz Rocks (altitude 5000 m). We start early in the morning. We'll hike with light packs, carrying only snacks, a thermos with hot tea, and water. On this day, you'll feel the lack of oxygen, and it might be challenging, but it will provide you with valuable adaptation to the altitude, making the actual ascent easier for you.

Day 8

Rest Day

A day of rest before the ascent. We'll conduct practical training and review previously learned skills. We'll take a short stroll to keep our muscles and respiratory system in good condition. We'll prepare our backpacks for the ascent. An early bedtime (17:00) will ensure enough rest before the climb. If the weather forecast for the following days is unfavorable, we will not rest on this day and proceed with the ascent instead.

Day 9

Summit Day

We start our ascent at midnight, allowing one hour for preparations. Heading towards the summit of Elbrus, we move roped up, wearing crampons, carrying ice axes, helmets, and headlamps. We bring snacks, a thermos with hot tea, and water. We move very slowly to maintain our breathing and conserve energy. The ascent takes 8-12 hours, and the descent back to the camp takes around 3-4 hours. (If you wish to use oxygen during the ascent, it can be rented from us.)

Day 10

Descent

Descending to Emmanuel’s Glade takes half a day. Lunch followed by a group transfer to Pyatigorsk for hotel check-in. Time to relax and enjoy dinner. Certificates and medals for climbing Elbrus will be awarded.

Day 11

Reserve Day

This day serves as a backup, to be used for summiting if bad weather affected earlier scheduled attempts. If unused, the tour ends on this day, one day before your scheduled flight home. This may result in extra costs for accommodation and meals until your departure.

Day 12

Program Conclusion

Our driver will take you to the airport at any time during this day.

Day 1. Meeting

Day 2. Transfer to Elbrus

Day 3. Dzhily Su Area

Day 4. Lake Birdzhaly

Day 5. Stone Mushrooms

Day 6. Upper Camp

Day 7. Acclimatization

Day 8. Rest Day

Day 9. Summit Day

Day 10. Descent

Day 11. Reserve Day

Day 12. Program Conclusion

Our driver will take you to the airport at any time during this day.

Cost

Group Tour

Spot on one
of the planned tours

€85079 500 ₽$923£718¥141 900$1 277$1,410₣816$1,568kr9,973kr10,163kr6,344HK$7,203$1,239R16,878¥6690R$ 5,220₹ 77,251$17,036₺30,394₴37,890Dh3,390₪3,3773,634 zł

Price per person

Booking deposit €45042 100 ₽$489£380¥75 200$676$747₣432$830kr5,280kr5,381kr3,359HK$3,814$656R8,936¥3542R$ 2,764₹ 40,898$9,019₺16,091₴20,060Dh1,795₪1,7881,924 zł

Cancellation Policy

Private Tour

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

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€3 550331 900 ₽$3 854£2,996¥592 600$5 332$5,886₣3,406$6,545kr41,650kr42,443kr26,492HK$30,082$5,174R70,488¥27940R$ 21,799₹ 322,634$71,147₺126,939₴158,247Dh14,155₪14,10215,174 zł

Price for the first (or only) participant+€55051 500 ₽$598£465¥91 900$827$912₣528$1,014kr6,453kr6,576kr4,105HK$4,661$802R10,921¥4329R$ 3,378₹ 49,986$11,023₺19,667₴24,517Dh2,193₪2,1852,351 zł

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INCLUDED IN THE COST:

English-speaking support from a tour manager at all stages
Tourist invitation for obtaining a Russian visa (if needed) and assistance with flight selection
Professional mountaineering instructors services - maximum of 4 participants per guide
National Park entrance fee payment
Personal meet and greet at Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV) and return to the airport
All program transfers
Accommodation: 2 nights in a 3-star hotel (double occupancy), tents on the route (3-4 person tents).
Meals: 2 dinners & 2 breakfasts at the hotel, plus freeze-dried food for the route.
Group equipment (ropes, gas, kitchen, etc.)
All safety equipment: satellite phone, satellite navigator, first aid kit, registration with EMERCOM
Mountaineering oxygen equipment in case of altitude sickness
Certificate of successful climb of Mount Elbrus

PREMIUM PACK (+ ):

Porter services, carrying up to 25 kg of your gear to the upper camp and back
Mountaineering insurance with a coverage of $50,000, including helicopter evacuation
2 nights in a 4* hotel, single occupancy (instead of 3* double occupancy)
Single tent accommodation on the route
Medal for climbing Elbrus
30% discount on equipment rental

NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST:

Flight to Mineralnye Vody (MRV), Tbilisi (TBS), or Kutaisi (KUT)
Transfer to/from Tbilisi or Kutaisi (if arriving in Georgia)
Accommodation and meals in Pyatigorsk a day before departure if returning early from the route
Personal gear and clothing - all available for rent at our office
Mountaineering insurance for all tour days (mandatory)

PREMIUM PACK (+ )

Porter services, carrying up to 25 kg of your gear to the upper camp and back
Mountaineering insurance with a coverage of $50,000, including helicopter evacuation
2 nights in a 4* hotel, single occupancy (instead of 3* double occupancy)
Single tent accommodation on the route
Medal for climbing Elbrus
30% discount on equipment rental

INCLUDED IN THE COST

English-speaking support from a tour manager at all stages
Tourist invitation for obtaining a Russian visa (if needed) and assistance with flight selection
Professional mountaineering instructors services - maximum of 4 participants per guide
National Park entrance fee payment
Personal meet and greet at Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV) and return to the airport
All program transfers
Accommodation: 2 nights in a 3-star hotel (double occupancy), tents on the route (3-4 person tents).
Meals: 2 dinners & 2 breakfasts at the hotel, plus freeze-dried food for the route.
Group equipment (ropes, gas, kitchen, etc.)
All safety equipment: satellite phone, satellite navigator, first aid kit, registration with EMERCOM
Mountaineering oxygen equipment in case of altitude sickness
Certificate of successful climb of Mount Elbrus

NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST

Flight to Mineralnye Vody (MRV), Tbilisi (TBS), or Kutaisi (KUT)
Transfer to/from Tbilisi or Kutaisi (if arriving in Georgia)
Accommodation and meals in Pyatigorsk a day before departure if returning early from the route
Personal gear and clothing - all available for rent at our office
Mountaineering insurance for all tour days (mandatory)

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18.07.2024 -
29.07.2024

Pavel Baryshnikov

Mountaineering Instructor, speaks French

The group is now on the route

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03.08.2024 -
14.08.2024

Oksana Yakimenko

Master of Sport in Mountaineering, Mountaineering Instructor

8 spots

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16.08.2024 -
27.08.2024

Sergey Pugachev