What's included and not included in the tour price (South Route)

Standard Tariff

• Visa invitation letter: We will send this as soon as we receive your deposit and a copy of your passport.
• Local registration for foreigners in accordance with Russian law.
• Airport transfers for the group (Mineralnye Vody – Terskol and return).
• Accommodation in one of the hotels in the Cheget Glade: "Snezhny Bars," "Smile," or "Solnechnaya Glade" (2-3 bedded rooms).
• Accommodation in the mountain hotel "Cheeper-Azau" (5-8 bedded rooms with shower).
• Accommodation in the mountain hotel "Heart of Elbrus" (8-bedded rooms with shared facilities).
• Services of an experienced guide who will accompany you throughout the program, as well as assistant guides on the day of the ascent.
• Three meals a day made from natural products, including packed lunches for acclimatization outings and the ascent. Chef services are included throughout the tour.
• Group equipment: ropes, carabiners, ice drills, first aid kit.
• Safety equipment: GPS navigators, radios, registration with the Ministry of Emergency Situations, expedition medical kit, etc.
• Ski lift and cable car fees.
• Entrance Fee to Visit the Prielbrusie National Park
• Commemorative badge "For climbing Elbrus."
• Certificate of ascent or of reaching a certain altitude for each participant.

Additional Amenities in the "Comfort" Tariff

• Superior accommodation in a hotel on the Cheget Glade (single standard room or twin accommodation in superior rooms).
• Superior accommodation in the mountain hotel "Cheeper-Azau" (3-4 bedded rooms).
• Superior accommodation in the mountain hotel "Heart of Elbrus" (comfortable 4-bedded rooms with a bathroom on the floor).

Additional Amenities in the "VIP" Tariff

• Accommodation in the exclusive panoramic eco-hotel "Leaprus" (12-bedded rooms) instead Heart of Elbrus.
  

Please note: The number of Comfort and VIP tariff places is limited due to the availability of this type of accommodation. Early booking is recommended.

Not Included in the Tour Price

• Russian entry visa.
• Compulsory mountaineering insurance.
• Private transfer from/to MRV airport ($80–90).
• Single supplement in Terskol/Cheget hotels ($45 per person).
• Optional snowcat lift (approximately $200–250 per person).
• Personal clothing and equipment (much of which can be hired – see kit hire list).
• Personal expenses, such as gifts, alcohol/bottled drinks, laundry, etc.
• Snowcat descent fees (if you choose not to walk down).
• Expenses for an unscheduled descent for any reason.
• Additional climbing attempt ($450).
• Climbing two peaks with a private guide ($570).
• Permit for Climbing Mount Elbrus – $150 (if introduced in the 2025 season)
• Gratuity for guides (at your discretion).

Transportation

• Group Airport Transfers: Mineralnye Vody – Terskol – Mineralnye Vody.
  • On the first day, you must arrive in Mineralnye Vody no later than 14:15 to catch the group transfer. If you arrive later, we can arrange a private transfer for you.
  • On the last day, group transfers will ensure you arrive at the airport in time for flights departing after 11:30. If your flight departs earlier or much later, a private transfer can be arranged for $80–100. Please note: the journey from Terskol to the airport takes approximately 3 hours.

Additional Services

• Equipment Hire: Sleeping bag, boots, crampons, etc.

• Mountaineering Insurance: Highly recommended for climbing Mount Elbrus.

• Single Supplement in Terskol: $45 per day.

• Snowcat Lift: Approximately $200–250 per person.

  • Snowcat ascent: From the high camp to the Pastukhova Rocks (4800 m) or Kosaya Shelf (5100 m) and return. This option conserves energy and increases your chances of a successful ascent.

• Extra Night at Cheget Glade: $55 for a twin/triple room, $80 for a single room. Includes breakfast; other meals are not included.

• Private Airport Transfer: $80–100 if:

  • You arrive in Mineralnye Vody after 14:15 on the first day.
  • Your return flight departs earlier than 11:30 or much later on the last day.

• Extra Summit Attempt: $450 for 1–3 people, plus $100 per person for mountain lodging and meals for you and your guide. This may be needed if:

  • Weather conditions change unexpectedly, making the first attempt unsafe.
  • One or more participants feel unwell or decide to descend.