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Mount Elbrus- South Face

From June to September 2025

Duration: 11 Days
Max elevation: 5642m

Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe has 5,642 meters and it is part of the world-renowned Seven Summits.

This extinct volcano is a beautiful challenge and a good introduction to high altitude and mountaineering skills. The most achievable route is the South face, which is the one we will climb.

The landscapes, kind people, and nice food will make the experience unforgettable.

In just 8 days you will conquer the roof of Europe and immerse yourself in a completely unique experience that will stay in your memories for life.

Mount Elbrus- South Face

Highlights

01.

Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe has 5,642 meters

and it is part of the world-renowned Seven Summits.

03.

The landscapes, kind people, and nice food

Will make the experience unforgettable.

02.

Extinct volcano

A beautiful challenge and a good introduction to high altitude and mountaineering skills. The most achievable route is the South face, which is the one we will climb.

04.

Conquer the roof of Europe

In just 8 days and immerse yourself in a completely unique experience that will stay in your memories for life.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Mineralyne Vody

Land in Mineralnye Vody and transfer to the Hotel in Baksan Valley- Terksol (about three hour’s drive)

After a late-night arrival from the UAE, catch some sleep at the hotel to prepare yourself for the following day.

Day 2: Hike to Cheget Peak

After breakfast at the hotel, we will do an acclimatization trek to Cheget Peak (3460m), which will take 4-5 hours.

After some rest, we will have a briefing with the guide, a mountaineering gear check, and go to the rental place, if necessary, to collect your equipment.

You can then relax around Terskol town, a popular ski destination.

Day 3: Hike to Terskol Peak and Obervatory

Today we hike up to Terskol Peak and the astronomical Observatory (3090m) to adjust our bodies to high altitudes.

We will start in a pleasant forest before walking up to a beautiful waterfall where you can revive yourself. Bring your swimwear for a refreshing dip.

In the afternoon, we will prepare the bags to head up and leave the hotel the next day.

Day 4: Ascent to High Camp

We will take the cable car to the lift station to reach our huts at 3800 m. We will find some snow and the landscapes will become even more beautiful.

After lunch, we will put our crampons on and head to Priyut Eleven Hut for an acclimatization hike (4100m)

Day 5: Hike to the Pastukhova Rocks

An exciting day ahead with an acclimatization hike to the Pastukhova Rocks (4800), as well as snow & ice technics training and a self-arrest course for those who need it.

We will rest in the huts, prepare gear, and have an early night to prepare for the summit push

Day 6: Summit Day

After a very early breakfast at 2 am, the group will be picked up by a snowcat and be taken to start the summit attempt at 4800m.

Reaching the summit will take around 6 hours.  You can expect low temperatures, fixed ropes in steep areas, and an unforgettable sunrise.

We will descend to the huts to pack our bags and take the lift to Terskol where we can celebrate.

Day 7: Reserved

In case of bad weather, a day is reserved to ensure more chances to summit.

Day 8: Departure

Morning transfer to Mineralnye Vody. Option at extra cost to visit the Hot Springs.

Transfer to the airport and end of the trip.

Elbrus total cost from just AED 7.995,00- 1960 euros

Cost

INCLUDES

  • Transfers: MVD Airport- Hotel-MVD Airport transfers (pick up and drop off)
  • Hotel Accommodation in Terskol: 5 nights in a bed and breakfast in a double room. 2 nights in shared mountain huts (share with the group)
  • Permits: National Park fee, climbing permit, and rescue service check-in
  • Food & Lodging: 3 meals a day while in the huts. Breakfast and one meal for the rest of the days at the hotel in Terskol. Celebrating dinner after the summit.
  • Summit certificates
  • Cable car to go up and down the lodges and snow cat to go up to 4800 on summit day
  • Guide: Government-licensed guide on all tours (English speaker) and one guide per three-person or summit day (depending on group size) and international team leader
  • Medical kit
  • Complete guide and consultancy with gear list, recommendations, customized training & nutrition program (medical kits, insurance, internet, general info) what to do in Kathmandu. WhatsApp group.
Cost

EXCLUDES

  • Airfare: International flight from and to Mineralyne Vody
  • Russia Entry visa fee
  • Meals in Terksol except the specified area included
  • Rescue evacuation: Medical and emergency rescue evacuation costs if required (rescue, evacuation, helicopter, mediation, tests, hospitalization costs)
  • Extra: Any other services or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary or any other item not listed in the “cost included” section
  • Tips for the staff
  • Personal equipment or rental: Clothing, sleeping bag, climbing gear
  • Personal expenses: Telephone, internet service during the trek, hot shower, toiletries, battery recharge, laundry, alcoholic beverages
  • Extra nights in case of early arrival or late departure, (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Hot springs in Mineralyne Vody

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