Mount Kazbek Summit Tour (South Route)
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2 200₾
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Difficult
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Elevation Gain
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Elevation gain: 880 m, trek time: 3-4 hours.
We meet in Tbilisi and set off to Stepantsminda.
We arrive at the Gergeti Trinity Church and begin the ascent.
We ascend to the Altihut Shelter at an altitude of 3,015 m. We set up camp, have lunch, and rest.
Optionally, we can stop at a restaurant in the village of Pasanauri and make stops along the way to take photos of the landscapes along the Georgian Military Road.
We meet in Tbilisi and set off to Stepantsminda.
We arrive at the Gergeti Trinity Church and begin the ascent.
We ascend to the Altihut Shelter at an altitude of 3,015 m. We set up camp, have lunch, and rest.
Optionally, we can stop at a restaurant in the village of Pasanauri and make stops along the way to take photos of the landscapes along the Georgian Military Road.
Day 2
Elevation gain: 860 m, trek time: 4-5 hours.
Ascent from Alti Hut, crossing the glacier to the high-altitude camp Kresty at an altitude of 3,850 m.
Optionally, a light acclimatization hike can be arranged afterward.
Ascent from Alti Hut, crossing the glacier to the high-altitude camp Kresty at an altitude of 3,850 m.
Optionally, a light acclimatization hike can be arranged afterward.
Day 3
An acclimatization hike to an altitude of 4,100–4,200 m.
Technical training essential for the ascent: ascending and descending on fixed ropes, walking in crampons, etc).
In the evening, we return to the camp and prepare for the ascent the following day.
Technical training essential for the ascent: ascending and descending on fixed ropes, walking in crampons, etc).
In the evening, we return to the camp and prepare for the ascent the following day.
Day 4
Elevation Gain: 1200—1400 m, trek time: 10—14 hours.
Summit day.
We wake up at 2-3 a.m., have breakfast and set off for the summit. After reaching the summit, we return to camp.
Summit day.
We wake up at 2-3 a.m., have breakfast and set off for the summit. After reaching the summit, we return to camp.
Day 5
Descent: 1735 m, trek time: 4-5 hours.
Descent to the Gergeti Trinity Church (2,170 m) and transfer to Tbilisi or Russia.
Optionally, you can stay in Kazbegi at a spa hotel to relax and recover.
Descent to the Gergeti Trinity Church (2,170 m) and transfer to Tbilisi or Russia.
Optionally, you can stay in Kazbegi at a spa hotel to relax and recover.
Day 6-7
Reserve days
What to Bring
- Gear
- Summit backpack (20-35 l)
- Hiking backpack (70-90 l)
- Waterproof backpack cover
- Foam sleeping pad
- Sunglasses (UV protection rating of at least 3)
- Sit pad
- Headlamp (LED)
- Trekking poles
- Crampons (included in the price)
- Ice axe (included in the price)
- Harness (included in the price)
- Helmet (included in the price)
- Warm sleeping bag (comfort rating -8/-15°C)
- Clothing
- Sleepwear
- Underwear
- Thermal underwear
- Base layer pants (leggings, tights, thermal underwear)
- Outer layer pants (windproof and waterproof)
- Extra pair of warm pants
- Thermal socks, hiking socks
- Gaiters
- Fleece jacket
- Windproof and waterproof jacket
- Down jacket/winter jacket
- Gloves
- Warm wool hat/beanie cap
- Balaclava
- Headwear (sun hat, cap, or wide-brimmed hat)
- Rain jacket with hood
- High-altitude mountaineering boots (double or triple-layered)
- Trekking boots
- Sports sandals or water shoes
- Waterproof hiking over-gloves
- Personal Items
- Passport / ID
- Insurance
- Cash
- Power bank, chargers
- Thermos / insulated flask (1l)
- Camera
- Travel plastic plate, utensils and mug
- Water bottle
- Toilet paper, baby wipes
- Personal medical supplies
- Sunscreen and SPF lip balm
- Compact toiletry kit
Cost and Payment
To reserve a spot, a deposit of $200 (or the equivalent in GEL at the TBC exchange rate on the transfer day) is required. Payment can be made via bank transfer to TBC (from any bank).
The remaining balance must be paid no later than 30 days before the start or in cash to the guide upon meeting.
If you book less than 30 days before the start, full payment is required to confirm the reservation.
The remaining balance must be paid no later than 30 days before the start or in cash to the guide upon meeting.
If you book less than 30 days before the start, full payment is required to confirm the reservation.
What's Included
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Guide service (one guide for a group of up to 3 people)
Transfer from Tbilisi to Gergeti Church and back
Gas stoves and extra gas
General first aid kit
Meals for the duration of the summit tour
Transportation of food and general equipment by horses
Rental of group equipment (tents, special gear, cooking pots, etc.)
A certificate and badge upon successful summit
Medical insurance for extreme sports
Rental of personal equipment
Souvenirs, restaurants, etc.
Meals in Stepantsminda and along the way
Airfare
Вопросы о туре
Yes, if you are in good physical shape (we provide training recommendations to help you prepare for the summit) and if you are prepared for overnight camping in tents on the slopes of Mount Kazbek and for trekking with a backpack.
We can’t guarantee reaching the summit — and we’d be wary of anyone who does.
Whether you make it to the top depends on your fitness, mindset, the weather, and having the right gear.
Our team will do everything we can to give you the best chance of a successful and safe summit.
Whether you make it to the top depends on your fitness, mindset, the weather, and having the right gear.
Our team will do everything we can to give you the best chance of a successful and safe summit.
No, most of the gear will be delivered to base camp by horses — this service is included in the price.
Food is included in the tour package and served 2-3 times a day. Participants take turns preparing meals, with a daily rotation of responsibilities. Vegetarian options are available, but separate cooking utensils are not provided; vegetarian meals are prepared before meat is added to the dishes.
We recommend getting a Georgian SIM card. Cell service and electricity will be available in the village of Kazbegi.
The minimum age is 18 years. Minors can participate with prior approval. The upper age limit depends on health condition and fitness level.
- Transport to Vladikavkaz
- Mountain insurance (approx. 200 GEL)
- Equipment rental (from 10,000 RUB)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, cafes, etc.)
Chronic diseases of the respiratory, nervous, or cardiovascular systems require consultation with a doctor, preferably a sports physician. It is important to inform us in advance about any medical conditions and medications you are taking.
We strongly recommend purchasing mountain insurance that covers climbs above 5,000 meters and helicopter evacuation (approx. 200 GEL).
IMPORTANT: Without such insurance, any evacuation costs will be the participant’s responsibility.
IMPORTANT: Without such insurance, any evacuation costs will be the participant’s responsibility.
Any of the suggested months work. Since weather is hard to predict, the itinerary includes two extra days reserved for the summit attempt.