Mt. Elbrus Ascent
A full ascent program to the West Summit of Mt.
About the programme
A full description: what to expect and how the programme unfolds.
A full ascent program to the West Summit of Mt. Elbrus (5642 m / 18,510 ft), the highest peak in Europe. We start in the Azau valley, gradually gain altitude with acclimatization hikes to the observatory and Pastukhov Rocks, then summit at night to catch sunrise on the roof of Europe. Technically straightforward, but it demands good fitness and time to acclimatize — which is why we plan a full 7 days.
The programme on the map
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Day-by-day programme
A detailed plan: what we do each day and where we sleep.
Arrival and transfer to Terskol
Fly into Mineralnye Vody, transfer to Terskol (2100 m). Intro, gear check, route briefing.
Acclimatization
Day hikes to the observatory (3050 m) and Terskol peak (3127 m). Learning pace and breathing at altitude.
Move up to the "Barrels"
Cable car to 3800 m. Settle in the Garabashi mountain hut, gear practice.
Training day
Climb to Pastukhov Rocks (4700 m), self-arrest and rope technique.
Summit day
Start at 2 AM. Ascent of the West Summit (5642 m), photos on the roof of Europe, descent to the hut.
Descent and departure
Descent to Azau, celebration dinner, transfer to the airport.
Included
- Guide and assistant fees
- Hotel and mountain hut
- All transfers
- Full meal plan
- Basic gear rental
- Accident insurance
Not included
- Flights
- Personal gear (boots, crampons)
- Alcohol and extra drinks
- Souvenirs
- Extra cable car rides
Photos
The atmosphere and views waiting for you on the programme.
Programme documents
Official documents and materials for the programme — the itinerary, gear list, agreement and briefings. Available to download.
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