1. “Kazbek: climbing the highest peak in Georgia”
This article looks at one of the best-known mountains in Georgia — Kazbek. It covers the height of the peak, where it sits geographically and what it means to the region historically and culturally. Most of the attention goes to the climb itself: the routes, the difficulties and the sights you pass on the way up. It also offers advice on safety and on the preparation to do before you set off.
2. “Preparing to climb Kazbek: advice and recommendations”
This article sets out advice and recommendations for anyone planning to climb Kazbek. It describes the skills and the physical condition that make the ascent more comfortable and safer, and it goes through the choice of clothing, footwear and technical kit for a mountain climb. It also suggests how to plan the route and how to pick the best time to go up.
3. “Climbing Kazbek: one mountaineer’s account”
Here a mountaineer who has already climbed Kazbek tells the story. They describe their experience in detail, from the preparation and the route planning through to the ascent itself and the descent. The account covers what they felt on the way up and the difficulties they ran into on the way to the summit. The author also passes on useful advice drawn from their own experience.
4. “Equipment for climbing Kazbek: a review and recommendations”
A detailed review of the equipment you need to climb Kazbek. It covers the different categories of kit, from clothing and footwear through to the technical equipment a mountain climb calls for. The author gives advice on choosing kit that is well made and dependable, and on using and looking after it. The article also deals with safety and with the equipment needed for protection in extreme conditions.
5. “Climbing Kazbek solo: the advantages and the risks”
This article weighs up the advantages and the risks of climbing Kazbek alone. The author looks at what going solo gives you, such as the freedom to choose your own line and the flexibility to make your own decisions. But they also point to the dangers and the risks that come with having no support and no one else on the mountain with you. The article offers safety advice, and recommends taking an honest look at your own skills and experience before deciding to go alone.
Mount Kazbek, also known as Mtskheta-Mta, is one of the highest peaks in Georgia and draws mountaineers from all over the world. It stands 5,047 metres high and is part of the Caucasus range. You can read more about our guided Kazbek climbing programme here.