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Climb Elbrus from the South, 9 days

Height (m): 5642
Duration: 9 days
Difficulty: Low
Continent: Europe
Children: From 12 years old
Accomodation: Without tents

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Let's say right away: Beginners on Elbrus are often overly ambitious and forget that the main organ of a climber is the brain! Climbing Elbrus: all tours Why should you go to Elbrus with us? First of all, these are our and only our guides and we do not just write about it, but unlike many companies we are not afraid to show them to you. We do not have a limited number of climbing attempts, as in other companies (usually one). You can try to go on all the reserve days of the program without paying extra for additional ascents! Excellent food at the hotel and at the shelter with fresh meat, fruits and vegetables. Our hotel is a comfortable hotel with large rooms and a cozy dining room. A nice and cozy shelter with a huge kitchen, individual beds in residential cars, bed linen and a clean toilet, our own equipment rental (the newest and largest in the Elbrus region) will provide you with a high-class and safe stay. All expeditions indicated in the "dates and prices" section will be conducted by 2 participants in the group. We are also ready to organize a family vacation for your family so that no one gets bored while you are busy climbing. Important information:

Check-in and check-out time is regulated by the hotel: check-in from 15 o'clock, check-out from the hotel until 11-12 o'clock. You can leave your luggage at the hotel reception and walk around the area, or, if technically possible, pay extra for early check-in/late check-out.
Any exit from the shelter on the day of the ascent is an attempt.
For foreign citizens, if necessary, we make guest invitations to our tours.

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About the tour

Our longest 9-day schedule for Elbrus climb from the south greatly repeats the 7-day schedule of Elbrus climb from the south, being designed for those who climb mountains for sheer pleasure and not for overcoming oneself and challenges.

This schedule offers longer acclimatization on the valley and on the mountain (one extra day for each). You will summit the mountain on the seventh day of the schedule which guarantees a pretty good and unhasty acclimatization, making your chances of successful Elbrus summiting even stronger.

This schedule of a Mount Elbrus climb is the least challenging and a most rewarding for your body. It is a perfect option for those who are more after enjoying the nature and landscape than challenging oneself. This is arguably the most moderate schedule for climbing Elbrus. The comfort of hotel and refuge will make your trip twice as agreeable.

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9-day Schedule for an Elbrus Climb from the South.

Day 1. Welcome to Mineralnye Vody! Today your unforgettable adventure begins. After arrival at the airport, we will organize a transfer for everyone arriving on flights landing before 11:30, with departure between 12:00 and 12:30. For those landing before 14:45, we will depart at approximately 15:15–15:30.

We then set off on a scenic 200 km drive that will take about three hours. Along the way, you will enjoy panoramic views of the Caucasus Mountains, rising majestically on the horizon. Our destination is a hotel located at the foot of Elbrus, at the beginning of the magnificent hundred-kilometer Baksan River valley.

After arrival, you will have time to rest, followed by an evening meeting over dinner. Participants will get to know each other and meet the guide, who will conduct a short briefing and explain the upcoming ascent and route specifics. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2. The next day awaits us with an acclimatization hike to Mount Cheget up to an altitude of 3000 m. After breakfast, we head out for a walk filled with breathtaking views, fresh mountain air, and blooming alpine meadows. As you ascend, you will feel your body adapting to the altitude, with each step becoming easier. After gaining 1100 m and covering 11 km, we descend, where a hot lunch featuring Caucasian cuisine will be waiting for us. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3. After a delicious breakfast, we head toward the “Maiden’s Braids” waterfall, captivating with its purity and grandeur at an altitude of 2700 m. We will not stop there and will continue higher along gentle rocks and uneven trails to the observatory at 3100 m. Stunning panoramas open up from the top, leaving unforgettable impressions. Overnight at the hotel. Elevation gain – 1200 m, distance – 13 km.

Day 4. Today we ascend by cable car to the shelter at an altitude of 3888 m, where we will stay for the next stage of the ascent. After a light snack, we go on an acclimatization hike up to 4100 m. For many of you, this will be your first experience of how your body feels at such altitude, so carefully monitor your condition, while also enjoying the fantastic landscapes around you — a completely new world filled with the silence of high mountains, crystal-clear air, and beauty. Overnight in the shelter. Elevation gain – 212 m, distance – 2 km.

Day 5. Today we make an acclimatization hike to the Pastukhov Rocks at an altitude of 4700 m. We will learn how to walk in heavy mountaineering boots and crampons, how to breathe properly, and how not to fight hypoxia affecting the body. We spend the night in the shelter, enjoying the surrounding scenery and preparing for the next stage of our ascent. Elevation gain – 812 m, distance – 6 km.

Day 6. Rest day — an essential part of the ascent, allowing the body to recover. Today we stay in the shelter, restoring our strength and preparing for the Elbrus summit push. You will have enough time to prepare your equipment for the decisive day, rest, and walk around the surroundings. If weather conditions allow, the guide will conduct snow and ice training so that you feel confident on the slope. Overnight in the shelter.

Day 7. The long-awaited summit day of Elbrus at 5642 m has arrived. We start early, between 2:00 and 4:00 a.m., when the first rays of the sun illuminate the mountains. Depending on conditions, a snowcat may be used to ease the ascent. Remember that the guide-to-client ratio is always strictly 1:3, ensuring safety and comfort during the climb. After gaining 1754 m and covering a distance of 14 km, we return to a home-style delicious dinner carefully prepared by our chef. Overnight in the shelter.

Day 8. Today is a reserve day. If the ascent was successful, we can enjoy a relaxed descent back to the hotel, where you can unwind and rest after an intense week. Participants may visit the local market to buy souvenirs for family and friends, go to a banya, or explore local bars and cafés. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9. Early departure to the airport is scheduled for 7:00 a.m., so please plan your flights accordingly. You will have an opportunity to spend some time in Pyatigorsk — you can leave your luggage in a storage room and take an independent walk around this picturesque city. Pyatigorsk is famous for its historical sites and cultural heritage, including the well-known site of M.Yu. Lermontov’s duel, where the great Russian poet lost his life. The city also offers a variety of cafés and shops where you can try not only the legendary ice cream made according to old recipes, but also other local dishes. Departure home.

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Included in the cost of Elbrus climb:

Guides. A lead guide throughout the entire program and assistant guides on the summit day (strictly at a ratio of 1 guide per 3 clients; for example, if there are 4 clients in the group, there will be two guides). There is no limit on the number of summit attempts for the group. However, if part of the group reaches the summit and part does not, the ascent is considered completed; additional attempts are paid separately.
Chef services.
Hotel accommodation in twin rooms. Number of nights according to the program.
Accommodation in mountain shelters. Number of nights according to the program.
All transfers according to the program, including cable cars. From the airport (railway station) to the airport.
Three meals a day throughout the entire program. Dinner on the first day, breakfast on the last day.
Group equipment (ropes, ice screws, radios, satellite navigators, first aid kit).
Rental of a duffel bag for rental and personal equipment for the duration of the ascent.