Climb Elbrus, mount Elbrus climbing

Climbing Elbrus is an excellent option for a first encounter with the mountains. This climb is quite easy and supported by comfortable conditions, and the lack of climbing experience will be compensated by the skills of a professional guide.

The Elbrus can be climbed from four different sides. However, the southern route is considered the easiest. There’s a good reason for this: you don’t have to carry a rucksack full of food and fuel to the summit camp – you can take it up by cable car. You can also take the option of a snowcat ride on the day of the summit instead of climbing 2000m.

And if you want to diversify and intensify your Elbrus climbing experience, you can opt for the Elbrus Cross – a south to north traverse that involves summiting both peaks and two sides of the mountain.

The only difference between these routes is the day of ascent, which requires different logistics for each route.

Climbing Elbrus from the north is not the best option for a first-time climber. According to the climbing rules, the summit camp should be set up on the rocks of Lents – something that not every first-time climber is really prepared for. On the other hand, experienced climbers will be able to cope with this north-south traverse, especially if their Elbrus ascent is training for more difficult climbs such as Lenin Peak, Khan-Tengri, Muztag-Ata, Mount Blanc and others.

Climbing Elbrus from the east is even more challenging: climbers have to carry several days’ worth of camp supplies themselves, as well as dealing with the numerous crevasses. This route implies total autonomy for about 10 days, without refuges and without additional mechanical or infrastructural support. This ascent can rarely be combined with a descent on another route due to the difficulty of moving the camp to and from the summit. Climbing Elbrus from the East is more like mountain tourism than climbing.

Climbing Elbrus from the west is only for those who have experience of climbing over 5000m and have at least basic rock climbing skills. This route offers a wide range of mountaineering challenges and is a good training spot for Denali, Matterhorn and Kenya climbs.

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Climb Elbrus: tours

Climbing Elbrus from the south in 9 days with Sergei Baranov a soft acclimatization schedule, comfortable accommodation at all stages of the program, no need to carry a heavy backpack and the ability to use a snowcat on the summit day are undoubted advantages for a beginner in the mountains. It is from the south of Elbrus that the main Caucasian ridge is located, so the views of the snow-capped peaks are guaranteed from the very first day of the program. The average climbing success is over 90%.

Climb Elbrus from the South, 9 days is the easiest way to climb Elbrus. Gentle way of acclimatisation, comfortable accommodation during the whole program, no need to carry heavy backpack and possibility to use snowcat on the day of ascent make this program very attractive for beginners. Mt. Elbrus is located south of the main Caucasus ridge, so you can enjoy the view of the snow-capped mountains from the very first days of the program. The average chance of a successful ascent is over 90%.

Through the Mountains to yourself. Elbrus – We offer you a completely new tracking format – “Who am I? Through the mountains to ourselves”, in which, in spite of the standard program, together we maintain the completed life, the most powerful reboot in our life. Every day we constantly monitor through the scale of various technologies and go deeper into understanding ourselves, our life. Look for delicious fruits, connect with yourself, your meanings and values in life.

Elbrus Climb from the South, 8-day Schedule

Climb Elbrus from the South, 7 days is a shorter version of the 9 day program for those who want to fit the dates into a working week. There is a possibility of some discomfort during acclimatisation as well as during the ascent. However, the success rate is the same as in the longer version of the program.

Climb two summits of Elbrus – Elbrus West (5642m) and East (5621m) – can be done in any program, but it is recommended to do it from the south side after a good acclimatisation.

Elbrus from the South with oxygen – An exclusive option to climb one of the Seven Summits – Mount Elbrus (5642m) in just 1 DAY without acclimatisation. A day off. Usually, the non-stop mode separates us from the fulfilment of our dreams: deadlines at work, worries at home, and just the eternal running somewhere. Stop and give yourself 24 hours to make your dream come true.

The Elbrus ascent from the north is made to the western peak of Elbrus via two routes – through the Lenz rocks and directly to the saddle. The reduced version of the Elbrus ascent from the north includes only an ascent to the eastern peak of Elbrus (lower and easier) through the Lenz rocks. Climbing Elbrus from the north is gaining popularity, so the route is no longer wild. The developed infrastructure allows to provide comfortable accommodation (except for the programs with overnight stay on the rocks of Lents). It is difficult for beginners, as it is necessary to climb 2000 metres in one day, while on all other Elbrus routes and mountains of the world this number is at least twice less. During the acclimatisation hikes you have to carry all your personal equipment.

Elbrus traverse from the South to the North is expanded version of “Elbrus in 9 days from the South” program, which allows you to see Elbrus from both sides. Before the summit date the program is identical to 9 days program, but on the summit day you will have to carry in your backpack a little bit more things because your descent will bring you to the Northern side of Elbrus, where you have to be roped. Also it’s good to have jogging shoes with you for lower part of the route and moving back to the South.

Elbrus Traverse from the North to the South is a more complicated version of the Elbrus Traverse from North program, which allows you not only to test yourself, but also to see both sides of Elbrus, as well as the Caucasus mountains during the descent, as the northern side of Elbrus offers a view of the Caucasus Mineralnye Vody plains. Accommodation conditions are quite comfortable throughout the program. The ascent day is very long

“Cross” of Elbrus means climbing on one slope, climbing both peaks of Elbrus and descent on the other slope of Elbrus – from north to south or from south to north. It is a modified version of the Elbrus traverse from north to south or from south to north. Usually the south to north is more popular. The longest ascent day of all the programs.

Kazbek+Elbrus – a great opportunity to climb two five-thousanders in one program and save time acclimatising on Elbrus!

Elbrus by Weekend is the fastest way to climb Elbrus, with no acclimatisation required. It is perfect for those who have already acclimatised in other regions or those who want to push their limits. However, there are plenty of examples of successful climbs by non-acclimatised people with previous climbing or sports experience. The program requires excessive physical exertion. It is not recommended for those with serious health problems or as a first experience of the mountains, however strong you may feel.

Climbing Elbrus from the east is a completely independent trek. Experience in the mountains is required, including the ability to carry a full rucksack with both personal and public equipment, to navigate the glacier routes and to have good self-sufficiency skills. Absence of mobile communication and any sign of civilisation throughout the program. The descent is usually along the same route as the ascent (not to carry the camp to the summit). It is almost impossible to climb the west summit of Elbrus.

Climbing Elbrus from the west is the most difficult route to the summit of Elbrus, a very difficult and completely autonomous technical climb without mobile communication and without any outside help. Previous mountain experience is essential. It is recommended as the second or third ascent of Elbrus.

Elbrus by helicopter – give yourself or your loved one a breathtaking experience? It is easy! Elbrus by Helicopter will leave you with memories of the majestic snow-capped Elbrus, its endless green valleys and blue lakes, gorges that impress with their massiveness and beauty, all from a bird’s eye view! This tour does not require any special permits or flying skills – it is our responsibility, and that of our pilot, to ensure your safety. During the flight you will be able to admire all the beauty without missing a single view and take photos and videos from the air to share with your loved ones.

Elbrus individually – If you don’t want the hassle of companies and new acquaintances, if you just want to spend time with your company, family and maybe just yourself, then the Elbrus Individually option is ideal for you. You can use our standard logistics, but without adding members to your team. But the main attraction of the Elbrus Individually program is the opportunity to choose everything yourself: lodges and hotels to your taste, or perhaps camping nights, dates, order of visits, complexity and pace. Our driver will meet only you and your team at the airport and you will not have to wait for the others, he will bring you back, concentrating only on your departure time. The guide’s attention will be entirely yours, and the chef will cook only according to the group’s wishes.

Rest in the Elbrus region, 9 days – the recreation program in the Elbrus region is designed for those who are not going to go mountaineering, climb Elbrus and want to spend the night only in a comfortable hotel during the entire period of their stay in the Elbrus region, as well as for those who are just looking at simple mountain climbing. This program is perfect for a family vacation in the Elbrus region with children, for families where one of the parents plans to climb Elbrus, and the rest of the family wants to be around. The recreation program in the Elbrus region is suitable for almost anyone, even for children from five years old.

Rest in the Elbrus region, 7 days – the recreation program in the Elbrus region is designed for those who are not going to go mountaineering, climb Elbrus and want to spend the night only in a comfortable hotel during the entire period of their stay in the Elbrus region, as well as for those who are just looking at simple mountain climbing. This program is perfect for a family vacation in the Elbrus region with children, for families where one of the parents plans to climb Elbrus, and the rest of the family wants to be around. The recreation program in the Elbrus region is suitable for almost anyone, even for children from five years old.