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3, Podolskoe shosse,
Moscow, 115093
phone: +7 (905) 454 6935
e-mail: info@elbrustours.ru
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Ski tours in Mt. Elbrus area
Ski Touring and Climbing Expedition on Elbrus (South Side, 9 Days)
This unique 9-day program offers a combination of thrilling ski tours in the Adyr-Su Valley and an unforgettable ascent of Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak. Designed for experienced skiers, the tour provides breathtaking descents on untouched powder, acclimatization hikes, and mountaineering challenges. The itinerary ensures proper acclimatization and offers a safe, exhilarating experience under the guidance of professional mountain guides.
Standard - $ 1490, Comfort - $ 1850
| April - May
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| 05.04 - 13.04
19.04 - 27.04 |
Special offer!
Book your tour to Mount Elbrus by April 01, 2025, and get exclusive discounts:
- 15% off for groups of two or more people
- 10% off for single bookings
Day 2: Avalanche safety training and ski tour to Mestia Pass in Adyr-Su valley. Overnight at Ullu-Tau.
Day 3: Ski tour to Koyavganaush Pass in Adyr-Su valley . Overnight at Ullu-Tau.
Day 4: Ski tour to Gumachi Pass in Adyr-Su valley. Return to Baksan Gorge and transfer to “Snezhny Bars” Hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Transfer to lift station Azau. Ride the cable car to “Cheeper-Azau” Hotel (3000m). Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Ascent to “Heart of Elbrus” mountain hotel (3820m). Acclimatization hike to Pastukhov Rocks (4800m). Return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Summit Day (5642m). Ski descent to the “Heart of Elbrus” mountain hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Reserve day. Descent to Azau and transfer to “Snezhny Bars” Hotel. Celebratory dinner and certificate presentation. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Breakfast and transfer to Mineralnye Vody Airport.
Included in the Standard Package:
- Visa support (invitation letter).
- Group transfers (airport, Ullu-Tau, Cheget, and back).
- Accommodation:
- 3 nights at Ullu-Tau Alpine Camp.
- 2 nights at “Snezhny Bars” Hotel.
- 1 night at “Cheeper-Azau” Hotel.
- 2 nights at “Heart of Elbrus” mountain hotel.
- 3 meals a day throughout the tour (including packed lunches).
- Professional guides: 1 guide per 5 participants for ski touring, 1 guide per 3 participants for summit day.
- Group equipment and safety gear (GPS, radios, registration with emergency services).
- National Park fees.
- Commemorative badge and certificate of achievement.
Additional Comfort Package
(Superior accommodation. Early booking recommended due to limited availability)
- Single or twin rooms at “Snezhny Bars.”
- 3-4 bedded rooms at “Cheeper-Azau.”
- 4-bed rooms at “Heart of Elbrus” with shared facilities.
Not Included:
- Russian entry visa.
- Mountaineering insurance.
- Snowcat lift for ascent (optional, $200-250 per person).
- Equipment rental (pre-reservation required).
- Personal expenses (gifts, laundry, etc.).
- Additional climbing attempt ($450).
- Permit for Climbing Mount Elbrus – $150-200 (if introduced in the 2025 season)
- Gratuities for guides (optional).
Important Notes:
- Adyr-Su Valley requires a border zone permit, which takes up to 45 days to process.
- The itinerary may be adjusted based on weather, group conditions, or guide decisions.
- Only one ascent attempt is included in the cost. Additional attempts or unscheduled descents will incur extra costs.
Ski Touring and Climbing Expedition on Elbrus (North Side, 10 Days)
Skitouring on the North Side of Elbrus is becoming more popular thanks to the new Kislovodsk-Dzhily-Su road, which makes the area easier to reach. No border permits are needed, and skiing is possible until June. Our programs include proper acclimatization and an exciting ascent to the highest point in Europe. This tour combines the fun of skiing on powder snow with the challenge of climbing the massive slopes of Mt. Elbrus. You will also explore remote and rarely visited passes in the Caucasus Mountains
Standard - $ 1450, Comfort - $ 1780
| April - May |
| 30.05 - 08.06
|
Special offer!
Book your tour to Mount Elbrus by March 01, 2025, and get exclusive discounts:
- 15% off for groups of two or more people
- 10% off for single bookings
Day 1: Arrival at Mineralnye Vody Airport. Group transfer to Kislovodsk (at 14:30 or 19:30). If your flight is landing after that time you can take a taxi in the airport which costs about €15 by daytime and €30 by night. The ride will take 1 hour. Equipment check and overnight in a hotel.
Day 2: Transfer to Base Camp (2500 m). If road conditions prevent direct access, the group will hike the final 13 km. Overnight at Base Camp.
Day 3: Short avalanche safety training. Ski tour to Mount Tashlysyrt (3465 m). Overnight at Base Camp.
Day 4: Ski tour to High Camp (3800 m). Overnight in a heated hut.
Day 5: Acclimatization hike to Lenz Rocks (4800 m). Depending on snow conditions, skis may be left behind, and crampons may be required. Overnight at High Camp.
Day 6: Rest day or optional short hikes and ski runs. Overnight at High Camp.
Day 7: Summit Day. Early morning ascent to Mount Elbrus (5642 m). Depending on conditions, crampons and safety ropes may be used. Ski descent to High Camp. Overnight in the hut.
Day 8: Reserve day for the summit attempt (in case of bad weather). Overnight at Base Camp or High Camp.
Day 9: Reserve day. Return to Kislovodsk. Celebratory dinner and certificate ceremony. Overnight in a hotel.
Day 10: Breakfast and group transfer to Mineralnye Vody Airport.
- Visa Support: Invitation letter upon deposit payment.
- Transfers: Group transfers per itinerary.
- Accommodation:
- 2 nights in Kislovodsk hotel (twin rooms, breakfast included).
- 3 nights at Base Camp (wooden huts with basic facilities).
- 4 nights at High Camp (heated huts, dining facilities).
- Meals: Full board, including packed lunches and cooking services.
- Guides: Professional mountaineering guides (1:5 for ski touring, 1:3 for summit day).
- Group Equipment: Ropes, radios, GPS, avalanche safety gear.
- Park Fees: Permit to enter the Prielbrusie National Park.
- Commemorative badge and certificate.
- Flights to/from Mineralnye Vody.
- Mountaineering insurance (required).
- Personal equipment rental (skis, crampons, ice axe, etc.).
- Porter services for personal belongings (400 RUB per kg).
- Additional ascent attempt ($450).
- Permit for Climbing Mount Elbrus – $150-200 (if introduced in the 2025 season)
- Alcohol, souvenirs, or personal expenses.
Important information
The best time for ski touring in the Elbrus region is in April (on the North Side - April and May), when temperatures are milder and there is plenty of fresh snow. Ski ascents of Mt. Elbrus are possible in May and even in June, but by then, the lower sections of the route may no longer have snow.
Equipment
For ski touring, you will need your regular skiing gear along with specialized equipment, including ski touring boots, skis, a helmet, crampons, ski crampons, an avalanche transceiver, a snow probe, and a snow shovel. All required equipment can be rented locally, but please inform us in advance.
Who are the guides?
Our guides have extensive experience leading ski touring groups in this region. They are highly knowledgeable about avalanche risks, how to mitigate them, and how to respond in case of an emergency. All guides are fluent in English and carry radios and satellite phones. The guide-to-client ratio is 1:5 for ski touring and 1:3 on the summit day for Mt. Elbrus.
Climbing Mt. Elbrus
After several days of ski touring, you will be well-acclimatized and physically prepared for the ascent of Mt. Elbrus. However, success depends largely on the weather. In spring, the snow above the Lenz Rocks (4600m) may be blown off, exposing bare ice. In such conditions, skis will be left behind, and crampons will be used. Guides may also install belay ropes if necessary. In May and June, snow conditions on Elbrus usually allow for a full ski ascent.
Experience and skills
Previous ski touring experience is crucial for this trip. Participants must be familiar with specialized ascent techniques and possess excellent skiing skills. This ensures the group can move efficiently without delays, as participants are not required to wait for each other during ascents or descents.
Our expeditions to Mount Elbrus
